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Updated April 11, 2024·
If you prefer an open-back design for a more natural soundstage, which can create an immersive experience for music and TV, the AKG K712 Pro headphones would be a suitable choice, though they are not ideal for noisy environments due to poor noise isolation. Consider the Moondrop Blessing 3 earbuds if you prioritize portability and a closed design, which offers better noise isolation and the versatility of detachable cables. Both have excellent build and sound quality, but neither is well-suited for exercise, and they don't support wireless connectivity. Neither is optimized for gaming or calls due to their poor mic quality. If battery life is a concern, it's irrelevant here as both require wired use. The AKG K712 Pro is recommended if you have a dedicated amplifier for optimal sound quality. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the AKG K712 Pro
- Good for gaming
Advantages of the Moondrop Blessing 3
- The Moondrop Blessing 3 has no clear advantages over the AKG K712 Pro.
Key differences
Gaming
7.0
6.3
The AKG K712 Pro is good for gaming, while the Moondrop Blessing 3 is only fair.
Noise Reduction
2.5
6.5
The Moondrop Blessing 3 is only fair for noise reduction, while the AKG K712 Pro is poor.
Cost
$659
$320
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$400
The AKG K712 Pro has a price of $659 and the Moondrop Blessing 3 costs $320.
Build Quality
8.5
9.0
The Moondrop Blessing 3 has excellent build quality, while the AKG K712 Pro has very good build quality.
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Key similarities
Music
7.7
7.6
The AKG K712 Pro and Moondrop Blessing 3 are both good for music.
Phone Calls
4.9
5.0
The Moondrop Blessing 3 and AKG K712 Pro are both poor for phone calls.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
7.8
7.8
The AKG K712 Pro and Moondrop Blessing 3 are both good for podcasts and audiobooks.
TV and Video
8.4
8.0
The AKG K712 Pro and Moondrop Blessing 3 are both very good for TV and video.
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How the AKG K712 Pro and the Moondrop Blessing 3 compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| AKG K712 Pro | Moondrop Blessing 3 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$659 | $320 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | AKG | Moondrop | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | July 1, 2013 | April 1, 2023 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wired | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 7.8/10 | 7.7/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 4.9/10 | 5/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 7/10 | 6.4/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 8.5/10 | 8.1/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 4.4/10 | 4.5/10 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 2.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | No | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | N/A | 2.5/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.5/10 | 9/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 8.4/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | N/A | Large | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 235 Grams | 18.1 Grams | |
Waterproof Rating | |||
Waterproof Rating | 0 | 0 | |
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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."
Moondrop Blessing 3
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Meldrick | June 2023
"The Moondrop Blessing 3 has excellent imaging performance, especially for the price. Pair that with its neutral tonality with slight elevations towards both ends of the frequency response, and the Blessing 3 technically proficient set of IEMs that are also enjoyable to listen to every day."
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About Moondrop
Moondrop is a Chinese brand of smart audio equipment, portable audio players, earbuds and headphones started in 2015. During the last few years they have become one of the major players in what is lovingly referred to as the Chi-fi market, the bulk of Chinese companies that have managed to actually compete with the western manufacturers in both prices and superior quality. Products such as the Blessing II, Chu and Kato are among the most popular offerings of the brand, more popular among those users that wish for good quality audio that won't break the bank. Besides audio, the brand also works in what they call the ACGN field (Animation, Comics, Games and Short Novels).
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