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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize sound quality and dedicated use for music, the Rode NTH-100 may be preferable; however, it lacks a microphone for calls and isn't wireless. On the other hand, if you need versatility with decent sound and the convenience of wireless connectivity, plus active noise cancelling and a longer battery life for extended use like air travel or commuting, the Soundcore Space Q45 would be a better fit. Note that the NTH-100 is designed for wired connections, which might limit portability, whereas the Q45 offers both wired and wireless options, and they're also lighter and foldable for easier transport. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Rode NTH-100
- Very good for music
- Good for TV and video
- Good for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the Soundcore Space Q45
- Excellent for air travel
Key differences
Music
8.2
7.1
The Rode NTH-100 is very good for music, while the Soundcore Space Q45 is good.
Gaming
6.5
5.4
The Rode NTH-100 is only fair for gaming, while the Soundcore Space Q45 is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
7.6
5.9
The Rode NTH-100 is good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Soundcore Space Q45 is poor.
TV and Video
7.7
5.6
The Rode NTH-100 is good for TV and video, while the Soundcore Space Q45 is poor.
Noise Reduction
5.3
8.7
The Soundcore Space Q45 is very good for noise reduction, while the Rode NTH-100 is poor.
Battery
N/A
41.0 Hours
The Rode NTH-100 does not have a battery. The Soundcore Space Q45 has 41 hours of battery life.
Cost
$149
$130
$0
$50
$100
$150
$200
The Rode NTH-100 has a price of $149 and the Soundcore Space Q45 costs $130.
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Key similarities
Phone Calls
4.8
4.9
The Soundcore Space Q45 and Rode NTH-100 are both poor for phone calls.
Build Quality
8.5
8.5
The Rode NTH-100 and Soundcore Space Q45 both have very good build quality.
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How the Rode NTH-100 and the Soundcore Space Q45 compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Rode NTH-100 | Soundcore Space Q45 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$149 | $130 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Rode | Soundcore | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2022 | August 1, 2022 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wired + Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 8.2/10 | 7.1/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 4.8/10 | 5/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 6.6/10 | 5.4/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.8/10 | 5.7/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 4.2/10 | 6.2/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | N/A | 41 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | N/A | No | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | N/A | 1.8 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | N/A | 5.3 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 5.3/10 | 8.8/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | N/A | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | N/A | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | N/A | Yes | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | N/A | 6/10 | |
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 | 294.8 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | N/A | Integrated | |
Waterproof Rating | |||
Waterproof Rating | 0 | 0 | |
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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."
Soundcore Space Q45
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Sound Guys
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 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.
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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