Belkin SoundForm G3H0003fqWH
Nothing Ear (3)
What Buyers Say
Belkin SoundForm G3H0003fqWH
Belkin's wired USB-C ANC earbuds fill a niche for those wanting active noise cancellation without Bluetooth or charging. Sound quality is praised by many, and the ANC is considered acceptable for the price by most, though a few find it weak or even defective. The main complaints are cable noise and eartips that detach too easily, with some experiencing poor customer support. Overall, they are seen as a practical, budget-friendly alternative to premium wireless buds.
Pros
- No need to charge
- Decent sound quality for price
- ANC works for most users
- Comfortable fit
- Good build quality
Cons
- Cable noise when moving
- Eartips fall off easily
- Weak ANC for some users
- Poor customer support
- Loud noise when ANC activated (defective units)
Nothing Ear (3)
The Nothing Ear (3) earbuds receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their impressive sound quality, effective 45dB active noise cancellation, and stylish transparent design. Users highlight the comfortable fit, solid battery life, and convenient features like dual connect and pinch controls. However, a few concerns include microphone failure after a few months for one user, and another notes that while good, the earbuds don't quite live up to the hype from YouTube reviews, with mid-level noise cancellation. Overall, they are seen as excellent value, especially when purchased at a discount.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality with deep bass
- Effective 45dB active noise cancellation
- Stylish transparent design
- Comfortable and secure fit
- Solid battery life
Cons
- Microphone failure after a few months
- Noise cancellation is only mid-level
- Battery life with ANC around 5.5 hours
- Does not fully live up to YouTube hype
- Case larger than AirPods Pro
Scores
Specifications
| Belkin SoundForm G3H0003fqWH | Nothing Ear (3) | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | wired | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | S, M, L | Small, Medium, Large |
| Weight | — | 0.01 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | — | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 12 mm | 12 mm |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Min | — | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | — | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 108 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | Belkin SoundForm Active Noise Cancelling Earbuds Wired with USB C Connector, IPX5-Rated, in-Ear Earphones w/Microphone for iPhone 17/16/15, iPad mini, Galaxy S25, Google Pixel 10, & More - Black | LDAC |
| Surround | — | Simulated Surround, Stereo |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | — | hybrid |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.4★ |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | USB-C | Bluetooth |
| Range | — | 10.100000381469727 m★ |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 10 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 1.5 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 5 |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | — | 19 hrs★ |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | — | ✓★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | — | 6★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Amazon Alexa, Google Home, Apple Home, SmartThings |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | ✓★ |
| App | — | Nothing X |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✓★ |
| Bone Conduction | — | ✓★ |
| Water Resistance | IPX5 | Water-Resistant |
Pros & Cons
Belkin SoundForm G3H0003fqWH
- Strong build (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong anc (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong sound (78th percentile)
- Strong mic (68th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (19th percentile)19th %ile
- Below average comfort (29th percentile)
- Below average connectivity (34th percentile)
Nothing Ear (3)
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong mic (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong comfort (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong sound (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
Pricing
Belkin SoundForm G3H0003fqWH
Nothing Ear (3)
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 88 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 16 of 38 specs.
