Nothing Ear (3)
Denon PerL PERLWHT
What Buyers Say
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
Denon PerL PERLWHT
The Denon PerL earbuds deliver impressive sound quality, especially after using the personalized hearing mapping feature in the app. Many users praise the rich, warm audio and effective noise cancellation, though some find the fit problematic, with earbuds falling out during movement. Battery life is a common concern, with some users expecting longer playtime. Overall, these are a strong choice for audiophiles on a budget, but potential buyers should be aware of fit and battery limitations.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Personalized hearing mapping
- Effective noise cancellation
- Comfortable fit for many
- Good value for money
Cons
- Fit issues for some users
- Short battery life
- Earbuds fall out during movement
- Touch controls activate accidentally
- Noise cancellation not top-tier
Scores
Specifications
| Nothing Ear (3) | Denon PerL PERLWHT | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | Small, Medium, Large | Extra small, Small, Medium, Large |
| Weight | 0.01 kg★ | 0.07 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 12 mm★ | 10 mm |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | — |
| Sensitivity | 108 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | LDAC | Denon PerL True Wireless Earbuds - Adaptive Active Headphones Wireless Noise Canceling, Masimo Adaptive Acoustic Technology, Spatial Audio, 24Hr Battery Life, Wirefree Charging, White |
| Surround | Simulated Surround, Stereo | Spatial Audio |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | hybrid | advanced |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | 5.0 |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Wired Connector | Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5 |
| Range | 10.100000381469727 m★ | — |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 10 hrs★ | 6 hrs |
| Charge Time | 1.5 hrs★ | 6 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 5 | Fast charging case |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 19 hrs | 24 hrs★ |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✓ | ✓ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6 | 8★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Amazon Alexa, Google Home, Apple Home, SmartThings | Siri, Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Nothing X | Denon Perl app |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Bone Conduction | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | Water-Resistant | IPX4 |
Pros & Cons
Nothing Ear (3)
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong comfort (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong sound (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
Denon PerL PERLWHT
- Strong mic (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong anc (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong connectivity (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong sound (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (32nd percentile)
Pricing
Nothing Ear (3)
No current pricing available
Denon PerL PERLWHT
Verdict
Scores 88 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 13 of 38 specs.
