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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize sound quality and want earbuds for gaming with a low latency mode, the "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) would better suit your needs; they also score higher for use during calls and meetings and have a smaller, more portable design. However, if you're looking for headphones with active noise cancelling, a longer battery life, and the option for wired use, which can be important for air travel, the Soundcore Space Q45 could be the better choice, but be aware that they are less suited for gaming due to higher latency and are heavier to carry around. Both have good build quality and customization options through their apps. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the "Nothing" Brand Ear (2)
- Good for phone calls
- Very good for gaming
- Very good for TV and video
- Good for exercise
- Excellent for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the Soundcore Space Q45
- Excellent for air travel
Key differences
Gaming
8.5
5.4
The "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) is very good for gaming, while the Soundcore Space Q45 is poor.
Phone Calls
7.9
4.9
The "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) is good for phone calls, while the Soundcore Space Q45 is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
9.1
5.9
The "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) is excellent for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Soundcore Space Q45 is poor.
TV and Video
8.0
5.6
The "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) is very good for TV and video, while the Soundcore Space Q45 is poor.
Noise Reduction
8.0
8.7
The Soundcore Space Q45 and "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) are both very good for noise reduction, though the Soundcore Space Q45 is somewhat better.
Battery
6.7 Hours
41.0 Hours
The "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) has 6.7 hours of battery life. The Soundcore Space Q45 has 41 hours of battery life.
Cost
$149
$130
$0
$50
$100
$150
$200
The "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) has a price of $149 and the Soundcore Space Q45 costs $130.
Build Quality
9.0
8.5
The "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) has excellent build quality, while the Soundcore Space Q45 has very good build quality.
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Key similarities
Music
7.0
7.1
The Soundcore Space Q45 and "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) are both good for music.
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How the "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) and the Soundcore Space Q45 compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
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| "Nothing" Brand Ear (2) | Soundcore Space Q45 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$149 | $130 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | "Nothing" Brand | Soundcore | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2023 | August 1, 2022 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wireless | Wired + Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 7.1/10 | 7.1/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 7.9/10 | 5/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.6/10 | 5.4/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 8/10 | 5.7/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 7.9/10 | 6.2/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 6.7 Hours | 41 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | Yes | No | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 1 Hours | 1.8 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5.3. | 5.3 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | 30 | N/A | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 8/10 | 8.8/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | Yes | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | Yes | Yes | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 7/10 | 6/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 9/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 8/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Small | N/A | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 4.4 Grams | 294.8 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Integrated | |
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"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."
Soundcore Space Q45
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Riley Ballantyne | June 2023
"The Anker Soundcore Space Q45 is a great pair of active noise canceling (ANC) headphones, and the $150 USD price tag only sweetens the deal. Unlike many mid-tier wireless headphones, the Q45 microphone system rejects quite a bit of background noise, making this a great work headset too."
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About Soundcore
Soundcore is a sub-brand belonging to Anker Innovations. Starting in 2014, initially marketing wireless, Bluetooth, speakers, Anker now offers an array of, budget-friendly, wireless earbuds and headphones that directly compete, especially in the Active Noise Canceling field, with other brands several times as expensive.
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