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Updated April 11, 2024·
Considering your options, the AKG K712 Pro headphones provide a very good overall sound quality and excellent comfort, suitable for music enthusiasts who enjoy an open soundstage and don't mind the open-back design that leaks sound and offers little noise isolation. They're best in quiet environments, where you can appreciate their sound fidelity and don't require mobility since they're larger and need an amplifier for optimal performance. In contrast, the JLab Go Air Pop earbuds are budget-friendly, portable, and come with a sweatproof certification, making them a good choice for exercise or travel. They offer good noise isolation despite their fair sound quality, and their compact size with a wireless design adds to their convenience for on-the-go use. Choose the AKG if your priority is high-fidelity audio at home or in a studio; opt for the JLab if you prioritize cost, portability, and versatility for everyday casual use. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the AKG K712 Pro
- Good for gaming
- Very good for TV and video
- Good for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the JLab Go Air Pop
- Good for exercise
- Very good for air travel
Key differences
Music
7.7
7.1
The AKG K712 Pro and JLab Go Air Pop are both good for music, though the AKG K712 Pro is somewhat better.
Gaming
7.0
5.5
The AKG K712 Pro is good for gaming, while the JLab Go Air Pop is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
7.8
5.7
The AKG K712 Pro is good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the JLab Go Air Pop is poor.
TV and Video
8.4
6.1
The AKG K712 Pro is very good for TV and video, while the JLab Go Air Pop is only fair.
Noise Reduction
2.5
6.5
The JLab Go Air Pop is only fair for noise reduction, while the AKG K712 Pro is poor.
Battery
N/A
9.0 Hours
The AKG K712 Pro does not have a battery. The JLab Go Air Pop has 9 hours of battery life.
Cost
$659
$25
$0
$100
$200
$300
$400
The AKG K712 Pro has a price of $659 and the JLab Go Air Pop costs $25.
Build Quality
8.5
9.0
The JLab Go Air Pop has excellent build quality, while the AKG K712 Pro has very good build quality.
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Key similarities
Phone Calls
4.9
5.0
The JLab Go Air Pop and AKG K712 Pro are both poor for phone calls.
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How the AKG K712 Pro and the JLab Go Air Pop compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| AKG K712 Pro | JLab Go Air Pop |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$659 | $25 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | AKG | JLab | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | July 1, 2013 | September 1, 2021 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 7.8/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 4.9/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 7/10 | 5.5/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 8.5/10 | 6.1/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 4.4/10 | 7.6/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | N/A | 9 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | N/A | No | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | N/A | 2 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | N/A | 5.1 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | N/A | 27 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 2.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | N/A | No | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | N/A | No | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | N/A | 6.5/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.5/10 | 9/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 8.4/10 | 7/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | N/A | Small | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 235 Grams | 3.9 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | N/A | Integrated | |
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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."
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Sam Smart | August 2023
"The JLab GO Air POP is a great option for anyone on a tight budget. This pair of true wireless earbuds checks all the boxes for earbud essentials, and performs pretty well in most areas. The microphone isn't great, but that's to be expected for something this inexpensive."
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