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Updated January 10, 2024·
Choosing between the Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) and "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick depends on your preferences and needs. The Beyerdynamic is an over-ear closed-back headphone that offers excellent sound quality and comfort but is not suited for exercise, since it's bulky and doesn't have a detachable cable. In contrast, the "Nothing" Ear Stick is a more affordable and portable earbud option with an open design, good for calls and meetings due to its microphone quality, and has a low latency mode that's beneficial for gaming. However, it offers less noise isolation and sound quality than the Beyerdynamic. If portability and use during physical activity are important to you, consider the "Nothing" Ear Stick. If sound quality and comfort are paramount and you mostly listen in a stationary environment, the Beyerdynamic may be the better choice. 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 "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick
Very good for phone calls
Very good for gaming
Very good for podcasts and audiobooks
Key differences
Music
8.6/10
6.1/10
The Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) is very good for music, while the "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick is only fair.
Gaming
6.5/10
8.1/10
The "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick is very good for gaming, while the Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) is only fair.
Phone Calls
3.8/10
8.6/10
The "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick is very good for phone calls, while the Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
5.9/10
8.4/10
The "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick is very good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) is poor.
TV and Video
8.2/10
7.5/10
The Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) is very good for TV and video, while the "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick is good.
Noise Reduction
6.0/10
2.5/10
The Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) is only fair for noise reduction, while the "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick is poor.
Battery
N/A
5.0 Hours
The Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) does not have a battery. The "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick has 5 hours of battery life.
Cost
$150
$99
$0
$50
$100
$150
$200
The Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) has a price of $150 and the "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick costs $99.
Build Quality
8.0/10
9.0/10
The "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick has excellent build quality, while the Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) has very good build quality.
"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."
"If the Ear (stick) fits your ears, its light weight means you can easily wear it until the unimpressive battery life totally drains. The IP54 rating of the buds lends some confidence that it’ll survive some light abuse too. Finally, for the person who only wears earbuds at their desk, the Nothing Ear (stick) with its decent microphone could offer a reasonable Zoom meeting solution."
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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.
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