Nothing Buds 2
QXQ S26
What Buyers Say
Nothing Buds 2
The CMF Buds 2 are widely praised for delivering excellent sound quality, effective noise cancellation, and a comfortable fit at an affordable price. Users highlight the rich bass, clear vocals, and solid ANC performance that rivals more expensive models. While some note the bass can be slightly overpowering and the touch controls have limited customization, the overall value is considered outstanding. The long battery life, USB-C charging, and premium build further cement these as a top budget choice.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality with rich bass
- Effective noise cancellation for the price
- Comfortable and secure fit
- Long battery life with USB-C charging
- Premium build and design
Cons
- Bass can be slightly overpowering
- Limited touch control customization
- Case lacks functional dial
- Case is somewhat bulky
- No Google Fast Pair support
QXQ S26
Overall, users are very satisfied with these earbuds, praising their excellent value for money, comfortable fit, and clear sound quality. Many highlight the long battery life and easy Bluetooth connectivity, though a few note that the advertised battery life is exaggerated and the microphone could be better. The product is frequently recommended for its affordability and performance.
Pros
- Excellent value for money
- Comfortable fit
- Clear sound quality
- Long battery life
- Easy Bluetooth connectivity
Cons
- Exaggerated battery life claims
- Microphone quality could be better
- Slippery case makes removal difficult
- Earbuds may slip out occasionally
Scores
Specifications
| Nothing Buds 2 | QXQ S26 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | — | S, M, L |
| Weight | 0.04 kg★ | 0.04 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 11 mm | 13.399999618530273 mm★ |
| Drivers | 2★ | — |
| Freq Max | 5 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | — |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | QXQ 2026 New Wireless Earbuds, Bluetooth 5.4 Headphones HiFi Stereo with 4 ENC Mic, 40H Mini Ear Buds in-Ear Noise Cancelling Earbuds, Ultra Light Sport Earphones for TV Smart Phone Laptop Computer |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | hybrid | ENC |
| Transparency | ✓★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4 | 5.4 |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 13.5 hrs★ | 7 hrs |
| Charge Time | 0.16599999368190765 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 10 min for 7.5 hours playback | 15 mins for 2 hours |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 55 hrs★ | 33 hrs |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✗ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6★ | 4 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | ChatGPT | Siri |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Nothing X | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | — |
| Water Resistance | IP55 | IPX7 |
Pros & Cons
Nothing Buds 2
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong battery (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong anc (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
QXQ S26
- Strong social proof (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong mic (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong anc (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong user sentiment (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Verdict
Scores 89 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 9 of 32 specs.