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Updated April 11, 2024·
If you prioritize gaming and watching TV, the Creative Labs Aurvana Ace 2 with AptX Adaptive and low latency would be better, but the "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) is more suitable for calls and meetings due to its higher mic quality. The Aurvana Ace 2 supports AptX Lossless for high-fidelity audio, which is a major plus for audiophiles, however, for those who exercise or spend time outdoors, the "Nothing" Ear (2) is sweatproof and dustproof. For frequent travelers, the "Nothing" Ear (2) offers better noise isolation and portability, along with a longer battery life. The choice depends on whether you need features like AptX for gaming and high-fidelity sound, or better mic quality, sweat and dust resistance for an active lifestyle. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Creative Labs Aurvana Ace 2
- Very good for music
Advantages of the "Nothing" Brand Ear (2)
- Good for phone calls
- Very good for TV and video
- Excellent for podcasts and audiobooks
Key differences
Music
8.4
7.0
The Creative Labs Aurvana Ace 2 is very good for music, while the "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) is good.
Phone Calls
4.9
7.9
The "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) is good for phone calls, while the Creative Labs Aurvana Ace 2 is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
5.6
9.1
The "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) is excellent for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Creative Labs Aurvana Ace 2 is poor.
Noise Reduction
7.0
8.0
The "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) is very good for noise reduction, while the Creative Labs Aurvana Ace 2 is good.
Battery
5.0 Hours
6.7 Hours
The Creative Labs Aurvana Ace 2 has 5 hours of battery life. The "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) has 6.7 hours of battery life.
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Key similarities
Gaming
8.6
8.5
The Creative Labs Aurvana Ace 2 and "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) are both very good for gaming.
TV and Video
7.7
8.0
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) to be very good for TV and video, while the Creative Labs Aurvana Ace 2 is good.
Cost
$150
$149
$0
$50
$100
$150
$200
The Creative Labs Aurvana Ace 2 has a price of $150 and the "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) costs $149.
Build Quality
9.0
9.0
The Creative Labs Aurvana Ace 2 and "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) both have excellent build quality.
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How the Creative Labs Aurvana Ace 2 and the "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Creative Labs Aurvana Ace 2 | "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$150 | $149 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Creative Labs | "Nothing" Brand | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | December 1, 2023 | March 1, 2023 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wireless | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 8.4/10 | 7.1/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 4.9/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.6/10 | 8.6/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.7/10 | 8/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 7.9/10 | 7.9/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 5 Hours | 6.7 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | Yes | Yes | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 1 Hours | 1 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5.3 | 5.3. | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | 18 | 30 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 7/10 | 8/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | Yes | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | Yes | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | Yes | Yes | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 6/10 | 7/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 9/10 | 9/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 8.4/10 | 8/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Medium | Small | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 4.7 Grams | 4.4 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Integrated | |
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Creative Labs Aurvana Ace 2
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Tim Gideon | December 2023
"The Creative Aurvana Ace 2 earphones deliver robust, crisp audio thanks to their combination of xMEMS and dynamic drivers. We're fans of their extensive, high-quality codec options and highly customizable EQ."
"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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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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