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Updated April 11, 2024·
If you're looking for robust build quality and very good sound for music, especially in quiet environments, the Beyerdynamic 770 Pro over-ears might be your preference, though they lack portability and have a cable. The Creative Labs Zen Air earbuds are budget-friendly, offer good sound and mic quality with added convenience of wireless connectivity and sweatproof certification for exercise, but they may not match the overall sound quality and comfort of the Beyerdynamics. The Zen Air also features active noise cancelling and a portable design, making them suitable for travel and on-the-go use. Choose Beyerdynamic for critical listening at home or studio, and Zen Air for casual use and convenience. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm)
- Very good for music
- Very good for TV and video
Advantages of the Creative Labs Zen Air
- Very good for air travel
Key differences
Music
8.6
6.8
The Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) is very good for music, while the Creative Labs Zen Air is only fair.
Gaming
6.5
5.1
The Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) is only fair for gaming, while the Creative Labs Zen Air is poor.
Phone Calls
3.8
5.1
The Creative Labs Zen Air and Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) are both poor for phone calls, though the Creative Labs Zen Air is somewhat better.
TV and Video
8.2
5.6
The Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) is very good for TV and video, while the Creative Labs Zen Air is poor.
Noise Reduction
6.0
7.0
The Creative Labs Zen Air is good for noise reduction, while the Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) is only fair.
Battery
N/A
5.0 Hours
The Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) does not have a battery. The Creative Labs Zen Air has 5 hours of battery life.
Cost
$170
$30
$0
$50
$100
$150
$200
$250
The Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) has a price of $170 and the Creative Labs Zen Air costs $30.
Build Quality
8.0
9.0
The Creative Labs Zen Air has excellent build quality, while the Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) has very good build quality.
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Key similarities
Podcasts and Audiobooks
5.9
5.4
The Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) and Creative Labs Zen Air are both poor for podcasts and audiobooks.
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How the Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) and the Creative Labs Zen Air compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
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| Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) | Creative Labs Zen Air |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$170 | $30 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Beyerdynamic | Creative Labs | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 1985 | December 1, 2022 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 8.7/10 | 6.9/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 3.9/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 6.6/10 | 5.1/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 8.2/10 | 5.7/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 4.5/10 | 6.9/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | N/A | 5 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | N/A | Yes | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | N/A | 2 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | N/A | 5 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | N/A | 12 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 6/10 | 7/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | N/A | Yes | |
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 | 8/10 | 9/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 8.4/10 | 7/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | N/A | Medium | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 272.1 Grams | 5 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | N/A | Integrated | |
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Sebastian Taboada | September 2022
"Altogether, when you consider its accessible price tag, the performance, the build, and its outstanding comfort, I think that the DT770 Pro is fantastic option for anyone looking for a closed-back headphone in the sub-$1,000 range, and I can confidently give it a strong recommendation."
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Maike Paeßens | February 2023
"The Creative Zen Air’s weak points are its low battery life and rather short Bluetooth range. On the other hand, the strengths of these weatherproof True Wireless in-Ears are the sound and the wide attenuation of the Active Noise Cancellation. Considering the price range, the speech intelligibility during calls is also exceptionally good."
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About Beyerdynamic
Beyerdynamic is a German, family-owned, century-old, audio system manufacturer. They produce a wide array of professional-quality products such as microphones, aviation headsets, conference systems and headphones. The company has served as the main provider of audio equipment for German entertainment events like tours by the Beatles and Elton John and even government entities like the German Parliament.
About Creative Labs
Creative Labs is a Singaporean technology company specialized in the manufacture of multimedia products. They created the world-famous Soundblaster soundcard back in 1989 which was a staple of the gaming community for a long time. Nowadays, besides still marketing their discrete audio systems, they offer a wide array of headphones, gaming headsets and speakers that still preserve that same heritage.
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