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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Beats Powerbeats Pro are great for exercise with their ear hooks ensuring a secure fit and sweatproof certification, but they may not be the best for gaming or watching TV due to lower scores in those areas. On the other hand, the "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) offers features like active noise cancelling and a low latency mode, making them versatile for various uses including calls and gaming. They also have slightly better microphone quality and overall are more travel-friendly due to their smaller size and longer battery life. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Beats Powerbeats Pro
- The Beats Powerbeats Pro has no clear advantages over the "Nothing" Brand Ear (2).
Advantages of the "Nothing" Brand Ear (2)
- Good for music
- Very good for gaming
- Very good for TV and video
- Good for exercise
- Very good for air travel
Key differences
Music
6.5
7.0
The "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) is good for music, while the Beats Powerbeats Pro is only fair.
Gaming
5.5
8.5
The "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) is very good for gaming, while the Beats Powerbeats Pro is poor.
Phone Calls
7.0
7.9
The "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) and Beats Powerbeats Pro are both good for phone calls, though the "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) is somewhat better.
TV and Video
5.7
8.0
The "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) is very good for TV and video, while the Beats Powerbeats Pro is poor.
Noise Reduction
4.6
8.0
The "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) is very good for noise reduction, while the Beats Powerbeats Pro is poor.
Battery
10.0 Hours
6.7 Hours
The Beats Powerbeats Pro has 10 hours of battery life. The "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) has 6.7 hours of battery life.
Cost
$124
$149
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$100
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The Beats Powerbeats Pro has a price of $124 and the "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) costs $149.
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Key similarities
Podcasts and Audiobooks
9.2
9.1
The Beats Powerbeats Pro and "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) are both excellent for podcasts and audiobooks.
Build Quality
8.8
9.0
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) to have excellent build quality, while the Beats Powerbeats Pro has very good build quality.
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How the Beats Powerbeats Pro and the "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
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| Beats Powerbeats Pro | "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$124 | $149 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Beats | "Nothing" Brand | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2019 | March 1, 2023 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wireless | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 6.5/10 | 7.1/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 7/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.5/10 | 8.6/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 5.8/10 | 8/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 6.6/10 | 7.9/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 10 Hours | 6.7 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | No | Yes | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 1.5 Hours | 1 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5 | 5.3. | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | 24 | 30 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 4.6/10 | 8/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | Yes | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | No | Yes | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 6/10 | 7/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.8/10 | 9/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 8/10 | 8/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Large | Small | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 11 Grams | 4.4 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Integrated | |
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Sound Guys
Christian Thomas | November 2022
"Sweat resistance, actual noise isolation, and a secure fit in your ears make these the true wireless earphones you want in Apple-land. Android users may find other options they like better, as these only support AAC."
"Nothing" Brand Ear (2)
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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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About Beats
Beats is an American, consumer-focused, audio products manufacturer. Founded originally by American rapper and producer Dr Dre, the company is now a subsidiary of Apple. Beats sells a wide range of audio products, including several models of headphones, earbuds and speakers as well as full car audio systems.
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