Nothing Headphone (1) B170
Beats Studio Pro
What Buyers Say
Nothing Headphone (1) B170
Users are overwhelmingly positive about the Nothing Ear (stick) headphones, praising their unique retro cassette design, comfortable fit, and excellent physical button controls. Sound quality is generally rated highly, with some noting adjustable bass via the app, though a few found the out-of-box sound a bit bright. The carrying case's felt material collects lint and a Turkish user felt the price was too high for the sound quality.
Pros
- Unique retro cassette design
- Comfortable fit with adjustable band
- Intuitive physical button controls
- Excellent sound quality
- Good noise cancellation
Cons
- Sound can be bass-heavy or bright out of box
- Case material attracts lint and hair
- Heavy metal housing
- Price considered high by some
- EQ bug reduces volume when adjusting
Beats Studio Pro
The Beats Studio Pro headphones receive generally positive feedback for their sound quality, noise cancellation, and battery life, with many users praising their comfort and style. However, a significant number of reviews report issues with ear pressure, static or crackling in one ear, and occasional build quality concerns. Some users also note that the ANC is not as strong as expected and that the headphones can be uncomfortable during extended wear.
Pros
- Great sound quality
- Effective noise cancellation
- Long battery life
- Comfortable fit
- Stylish design
Cons
- Ear pressure discomfort
- Static or crackling in one ear
- Build quality issues
- Weak ANC compared to expectations
- Uncomfortable for long wear
Scores
Specifications
| Nothing Headphone (1) B170 | Beats Studio Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.08 kg★ | 0.26 kg |
| Ear Cushion | memory-foam PU | UltraPlush engineered leather |
| Headband | aluminum-reinforced frame | Metal |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Drivers | 6★ | 1 |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz | 20 Hz |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | 20 kHz |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 95 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Codecs | LDAC | SBC, AAC |
| Surround | Spatial Audio | Spatial Audio |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | hybrid | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| Profiles | HFP v1.8, AVRCP v1.6, A2DP v1.4 | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | 1.2000000476837158 m |
| Range | — | 30.5 m★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 80 hrs★ | 40 hrs |
| Charge Time | 2 hrs | 2 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 5 min for 5 hours playback | 10 Minutes for 4 Hours |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6★ | 2 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Spotify | Siri |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Nothing X | Android Only |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IPX2 | Water-Resistant |
Pros & Cons
Nothing Headphone (1) B170
- Strong sound (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong battery (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong build (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Below average affordability (14th percentile)14th %ile
Beats Studio Pro
- Strong anc (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong build (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong connectivity (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Below average affordability (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (22nd percentile)
Pricing
Nothing Headphone (1) B170
Beats Studio Pro
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 91 overall, wins 4 of 7 usage categories and 7 of 41 specs.
