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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize sound quality and a wide soundstage, the AKG K712 Pro headphones offer superior auditory experiences suitable for critical listening, but they are not geared towards calls and meetings or portable use due to their bulkiness and requirement to be wired. Conversely, the "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) earbuds, while less expensive, offer good sound quality and are versatile with features like active noise cancelling, water and dust resistance, and a portable design conducive to exercise and travel. They also support low latency listening, making them better suited for gaming or watching videos, and they provide integrated microphone capabilities for calls. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the AKG K712 Pro
- The AKG K712 Pro has no clear advantages over the "Nothing" Brand Ear (2).
Advantages of the "Nothing" Brand Ear (2)
- Good for phone calls
- Very good for gaming
- Good for exercise
- Very good for air travel
- Excellent for podcasts and audiobooks
Key differences
Music
7.7
7.0
The AKG K712 Pro and "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) are both good for music, though the AKG K712 Pro is somewhat better.
Gaming
7.0
8.5
The "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) is very good for gaming, while the AKG K712 Pro is good.
Phone Calls
4.9
7.9
The "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) is good for phone calls, while the AKG K712 Pro is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
7.8
9.1
The "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) is excellent for podcasts and audiobooks, while the AKG K712 Pro is good.
Noise Reduction
2.5
8.0
The "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) is very good for noise reduction, while the AKG K712 Pro is poor.
Battery
N/A
6.7 Hours
The AKG K712 Pro does not have a battery. The "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) has 6.7 hours of battery life.
Cost
$659
$149
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$100
$150
$200
$250
$300
$350
$400
The AKG K712 Pro has a price of $659 and the "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) costs $149.
Build Quality
8.5
9.0
The "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) has excellent build quality, while the AKG K712 Pro has very good build quality.
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Key similarities
TV and Video
8.4
8.0
The AKG K712 Pro and "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) are both very good for TV and video.
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How the AKG K712 Pro and the "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| AKG K712 Pro | "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$659 | $149 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | AKG | "Nothing" Brand | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | July 1, 2013 | March 1, 2023 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 7.8/10 | 7.1/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 4.9/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 7/10 | 8.6/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 8.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 4.4/10 | 7.9/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | N/A | 6.7 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | N/A | Yes | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | N/A | 1 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | N/A | 5.3. | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | N/A | 30 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 2.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | N/A | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | N/A | Yes | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | N/A | 7/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.5/10 | 9/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 8.4/10 | 8/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | N/A | Small | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 235 Grams | 4.4 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | N/A | Integrated | |
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AKG K712 Pro
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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."
"Nothing" Brand Ear (2)
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Sound Guys
Jasper Lastoria | March 2023
"For the price the Nothing Ear (2) is pretty good. It fits well, and the IP54 rating (and IP55 with case) is durable enough for daily life. Most of its unique features are found in the Nothing X app, such as personalized frequency responses, and personalized, adjustable ANC."
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