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midrange options with distinct features. If wireless convenience is important, the Aurvana Ace 2 earbuds offer Bluetooth connectivity, aptX Lossless for high-fidelity audio, and a decent battery life combined with a charging case, making them suitable for exercise, travel, and those with an active lifestyle. They also have integrated mics for calls, though call quality is only fair. In contrast, the Rode NTH-100 headphones provide a wired connection, which can offer more reliable audio without latency, making them better for TV or gaming. They might not be as portable or convenient for exercise due to their larger size and lack of wireless functionality, but they do have a detachable cable. Both have good sound quality, but the Aurvana Ace 2 might edge out with adaptive aptX for dynamic sound adjustments. If active noise cancelling and portability are priorities, go for the Aurvana Ace 2, but if you prefer the reliability and potential soundstage of over-ear headphones and don't need Bluetooth, the Rode NTH-100 could be the better choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Creative Labs Aurvana Ace 2
- Very good for gaming
- Good for exercise
- Very good for air travel
Advantages of the Rode NTH-100
- Good for podcasts and audiobooks
Key differences
Gaming
8.6
6.5
The Creative Labs Aurvana Ace 2 is very good for gaming, while the Rode NTH-100 is only fair.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
5.6
7.6
The Rode NTH-100 is good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Creative Labs Aurvana Ace 2 is poor.
Noise Reduction
7.0
5.3
The Creative Labs Aurvana Ace 2 is good for noise reduction, while the Rode NTH-100 is poor.
Battery
5.0 Hours
N/A
The Creative Labs Aurvana Ace 2 has 5 hours of battery life. The Rode NTH-100 does not have a battery.
Build Quality
9.0
8.5
The Creative Labs Aurvana Ace 2 has excellent build quality, while the Rode NTH-100 has very good build quality.
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Key similarities
Music
8.4
8.2
The Creative Labs Aurvana Ace 2 and Rode NTH-100 are both very good for music.
Phone Calls
4.9
4.8
The Creative Labs Aurvana Ace 2 and Rode NTH-100 are both poor for phone calls.
TV and Video
7.7
7.7
The Rode NTH-100 and Creative Labs Aurvana Ace 2 are both good for TV and video.
Cost
$150
$149
$0
$50
$100
$150
$200
The Creative Labs Aurvana Ace 2 has a price of $150 and the Rode NTH-100 costs $149.
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How the Creative Labs Aurvana Ace 2 and the Rode NTH-100 compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Creative Labs Aurvana Ace 2 | Rode NTH-100 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$150 | $149 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Creative Labs | Rode | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | December 1, 2023 | March 1, 2022 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wireless | Wired | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 8.4/10 | 8.2/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 4.9/10 | 4.8/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.6/10 | 6.6/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.7/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 7.9/10 | 4.2/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 5 Hours | N/A | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | Yes | N/A | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 1 Hours | N/A | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5.3 | N/A | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | 18 | N/A | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 7/10 | 5.3/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | Yes | N/A | |
Android App | |||
Android App | Yes | N/A | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | Yes | N/A | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 6/10 | N/A | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 9/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 8.4/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Medium | N/A | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 4.7 Grams | 349.2 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | N/A | |
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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."
Rode NTH-100
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Kizito Katawonga | March 2023
"The NTH-100M is a closed-back headset aimed at professional audiophiles—streamers, podcasters and content creators included—looking for masterful audio and a detachable 'broadcast-grade' microphone."
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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.
About Rode
Rode is an Australian audio equipment manufacturer. Rode was founded in 1967 as Freedman Electronics, transitioning into its modern brand in 1990, and it’s mainly known for their high-end microphones and audio production equipment. In 2022 they entered into the headphone market with their NTH-100 closed back headphone which was received with very good reviews from the community.
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