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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize superior sound quality and a wide soundstage for critical listening, the AKG K712 Pro with its open-back design is better suited for you, though it doesn't have a built-in microphone and can't be used wirelessly. However, if you require versatility with decent sound, active noise cancelling, a built-in microphone, and wireless functionality for a more portable and practical experience on the go or during air travel, then the Skullcandy Hesh ANC would be the preferable option, especially given its significantly lower cost. Keep in mind that the open-back design of the AKG K712 Pro is not suitable for noisy environments as it provides minimal noise isolation, while the closed-back design of the Skullcandy Hesh ANC offers better noise isolation. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the AKG K712 Pro
- Good for music
- Good for gaming
- Very good for TV and video
- Good for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the Skullcandy Hesh ANC
- Excellent for air travel
Key differences
Music
7.7
6.7
The AKG K712 Pro is good for music, while the Skullcandy Hesh ANC is only fair.
Gaming
7.0
5.6
The AKG K712 Pro is good for gaming, while the Skullcandy Hesh ANC is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
7.8
6.0
The AKG K712 Pro is good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Skullcandy Hesh ANC is only fair.
TV and Video
8.4
5.8
The AKG K712 Pro is very good for TV and video, while the Skullcandy Hesh ANC is poor.
Noise Reduction
2.5
8.7
The Skullcandy Hesh ANC is very good for noise reduction, while the AKG K712 Pro is poor.
Battery
N/A
23.0 Hours
The AKG K712 Pro does not have a battery. The Skullcandy Hesh ANC has 23 hours of battery life.
Cost
$529
$135
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$100
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$200
$250
$300
$350
$400
The AKG K712 Pro has a price of $529 and the Skullcandy Hesh ANC costs $135.
Build Quality
8.5
7.0
The AKG K712 Pro has very good build quality, while the Skullcandy Hesh ANC has good build quality.
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Key similarities
Phone Calls
4.9
5.3
The Skullcandy Hesh ANC and AKG K712 Pro are both poor for phone calls.
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How the AKG K712 Pro and the Skullcandy Hesh ANC compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| AKG K712 Pro | Skullcandy Hesh ANC |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$529 | $135 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | AKG | Skullcandy | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | July 1, 2013 | December 1, 2020 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wired + Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 7.8/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 4.9/10 | 5.3/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 7/10 | 5.6/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 8.5/10 | 5.8/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 4.4/10 | 6.2/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | N/A | 23 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | N/A | No | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | N/A | 1.6 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | N/A | 5 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 2.5/10 | 8.8/10 | |
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 | 7.4/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.5/10 | 7/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 8.4/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 235 Grams | 226.7 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | N/A | Integrated | |
Waterproof Rating | |||
Waterproof Rating | 0 | 0 | |
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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."
Skullcandy Hesh ANC
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Maike Paeßens | 2021
"Skullcandy’s Hesh ANC are compact, wireless over-ears for everyday use that are tuned for bass and designed to suppress or amplify ambient noise as required. In addition to Bluetooth 5.0, optional tracking via the Tile app is supported so that these headphones can be found if they get lost."
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About Skullcandy
Skullcandy is an American, consumer-oriented, earbuds and headphones manufacturer with 20 years of market experience. They sell a wide variety of, budget-friendly and unique, wired and wireless products that are sure to please the vast majority of users. Among their most popular offerings, the Crusher headphones, includes a pair of actual subwoofers inside the cups which makes the bass extra prominent for a unique and extra fun sound.
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