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Updated January 10, 2024·
When considering the AKG K712 Pro and Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds, the AKG K712 Pro offers a larger soundstage and very high comfort, suited for critical listening in a quiet environment due to their open, over-ear design, but lack a microphone and built-in controls, so they're not optimal for calls. They're wired, which could limit mobility compared to wireless options. On the other hand, the Bose earbuds provide excellent noise isolation and active noise cancelling, making them better for travel and noisy environments, and include features like a microphone, app controls, and sweatproof certification, making them versatile for calls, exercise, and everyday use. They support a low-latency codec for smoother gaming and TV watching too. The Bose is more portable and more suitable for those needing versatility and mobile use, while the AKG caters to those valuing sound quality and an immersive experience in quieter settings. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the AKG K712 Pro
- Good for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds
- Very good for music
- Very good for gaming
- Very good for exercise
- Very good for air travel
Key differences
Music
7.7
8.6
The Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds is very good for music, while the AKG K712 Pro is good.
Gaming
7.0
8.8
The Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds is very good for gaming, while the AKG K712 Pro is good.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
7.8
6.0
The AKG K712 Pro is good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds is only fair.
Noise Reduction
2.5
8.9
The Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds is very good for noise reduction, while the AKG K712 Pro is poor.
Battery
N/A
6.5 Hours
The AKG K712 Pro does not have a battery. The Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds has 6.5 hours of battery life.
Cost
$659
$249
$100
$150
$200
$250
$300
$350
$400
The AKG K712 Pro has a price of $659 and the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds costs $249.
Build Quality
8.5
9.0
The Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds has excellent build quality, while the AKG K712 Pro has very good build quality.
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Key similarities
Phone Calls
4.9
5.1
The Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds and AKG K712 Pro are both poor for phone calls.
TV and Video
8.4
8.1
The AKG K712 Pro and Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds are both very good for TV and video.
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How the AKG K712 Pro and the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| AKG K712 Pro | Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$659 | $249 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | AKG | Bose | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | July 1, 2013 | September 1, 2023 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 7.8/10 | 8.7/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 4.9/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 7/10 | 8.8/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 8.5/10 | 8.2/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 4.4/10 | 8.4/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | N/A | 6.5 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | N/A | No | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | N/A | 2 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | N/A | 5.3 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | N/A | 21 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 2.5/10 | 8.9/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | Yes | |
Android App | |||
Android App | N/A | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | N/A | Yes | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | N/A | 6.2/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.5/10 | 9/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 8.4/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | N/A | Medium | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 235 Grams | 7.7 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | N/A | Integrated | |
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AKG K712 Pro
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Headfonics
Michael | October 2013
"AKG has created a mini-masterpiece in my opinion. I enjoy this headphone a great deal and it will become my go-to reference headphone for the time being. She is slick, sexy, well-balanced, and crazy comfortable."
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds
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Christian Thomas | October 2023
"Bose put the time in to fix the major issues with the previous earbuds, and the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds are very befitting of its price point. While you might be tempted to save a few bucks and go with the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II on sale, fight the urge. There are enough upgrades here to justify the newer model."
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About Bose
Bose is an American audio equipment manufacturer based out of Framingham, Massachusetts. Founded in 1964 by Amar Bose with the goal of creating a speaker system that could accurately recreate the sound of a concert hall, Bose has become one of the most prominent players in the modern consumer audio market due to the premium feel of their products and their wide brand recognition.
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