ICESOMNUS X12 Pro
Nothing Buds 2
What Buyers Say
ICESOMNUS X12 Pro
These earbuds are praised for their secure fit, especially for users who cannot wear in-ear canal designs, and for their automatic connection and decent sound quality at the price point. However, some users report a cheap plastic feel, discomfort for larger ears, and occasional connectivity issues. The ear wings are considered too soft to be effective, and the glossy case is prone to scratches.
Pros
- Secure fit for non-in-ear users
- Automatic connection
- Decent sound quality for price
- Long battery life
- Comfortable for extended wear
Cons
- Cheap plastic feel
- Uncomfortable for large ears
- Occasional connectivity issues
- Soft ear wings ineffective
- Glossy case prone to scratches
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
Scores
Specifications
| ICESOMNUS X12 Pro | Nothing Buds 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | half-in-ear | true wireless |
| Weight | — | 0.04 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 14.199999809265137 mm★ | 11 mm |
| Drivers | — | 2★ |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz★ | 5 kHz |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 101 dB★ | — |
| Codecs | Sabbat X12 Pro 2025 New Bluetooth 5.4 Wireless Earbuds–ENC Noise Reduction,Hi-Fi Sound,Low Latency,30H Long Battery Life,In-Ear Headphones for Sports&Work,Compatible with iPhone,iOS,Android(Pink) | SBC, AAC |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | — | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | hybrid |
| Transparency | — | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4 | 5.4 |
| Profiles | HSP, HFP, A2DP, AVRCP | — |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 6 hrs | 13.5 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 1 hrs | 0.16599999368190765 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 10 min for 7.5 hours playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 30 hrs | 55 hrs★ |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | — | ✗ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | — | 6★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri, Android Voice Assistant | ChatGPT |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | — | Nothing X |
| Gaming Mode | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | — | IP55 |
Pros & Cons
ICESOMNUS X12 Pro
- Strong connectivity (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Strong sound (69th percentile)
- Strong mic (67th percentile)
- Strong social proof (67th percentile)
- Below average battery (20th percentile)20th %ile
- Below average comfort (29th percentile)
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (33rd percentile)
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
Pricing
ICESOMNUS X12 Pro
No current pricing available
Nothing Buds 2
Verdict
Scores 89 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 9 of 34 specs.
