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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Rode NTH-100 is a solid choice for general listening with good comfort and build quality. However, it does not feature a microphone, which can be crucial for calls or online gaming. On the other hand, the Rode NTH-100M is similar in build and sound quality, but includes a high-quality microphone, making it suitable for clear communication during calls, online meetings, and gaming sessions. The microphone also makes the NTH-100M a superior choice for tasks that require vocal clarity. Therefore, if a built-in microphone is important for your use, the NTH-100M would be the better choice. Otherwise, either option offers a similar listening experience. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Rode NTH-100
- The Rode NTH-100 has no clear advantages over the Rode NTH-100M.
Advantages of the Rode NTH-100M
- Best in class for phone calls
- Very good for gaming
Key differences
Gaming
6.5
8.9
The Rode NTH-100M is very good for gaming, while the Rode NTH-100 is only fair.
Phone Calls
4.8
9.5
The Rode NTH-100M is best in class for phone calls, while the Rode NTH-100 is poor.
Cost
$149
$189
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The Rode NTH-100 has a price of $149 and the Rode NTH-100M costs $189.
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Key similarities
Music
8.2
8.2
The Rode NTH-100 and Rode NTH-100M are both very good for music.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
7.6
7.6
The Rode NTH-100 and Rode NTH-100M are both good for podcasts and audiobooks.
TV and Video
7.7
7.7
The Rode NTH-100 and Rode NTH-100M are both good for TV and video.
Noise Reduction
5.3
5.3
The Rode NTH-100 and Rode NTH-100M are both poor for noise reduction.
Build Quality
8.5
8.5
The Rode NTH-100 and Rode NTH-100M both have very good build quality.
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How the Rode NTH-100 and the Rode NTH-100M compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
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| Rode NTH-100 | Rode NTH-100M |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$149 | $189 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Rode | Rode | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2022 | January 1, 2023 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wired | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 8.2/10 | 8.2/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 4.8/10 | 9.5/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 6.6/10 | 9/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.8/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 4.2/10 | 4.2/10 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 5.3/10 | 5.3/10 | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | N/A | 10/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7.6/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 349.2 Grams | 349.2 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | N/A | Boom | |
Waterproof Rating | |||
Waterproof Rating | 0 | 0 | |
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PC Gamer
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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PC Gamer
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 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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