JVC Over-the-Ear Headphones HAS75NB
Nothing Headphone Pro B175
What Buyers Say
JVC Over-the-Ear Headphones HAS75NB
The JVC HA-S75NB wireless noise-cancelling headphones are praised for their extremely lightweight design and long battery life of up to 50 hours. Users appreciate the comfortable fit, good sound quality for the price, and the useful companion app that allows customization without requiring an account. However, some reviewers note that the bass and active noise cancellation could be improved, and there are minor concerns about ambient sound behavior during calls.
Pros
- Extremely lightweight design
- Long battery life (up to 50 hours)
- Comfortable for extended wear
- Good sound quality for the price
- Useful companion app with customization
Cons
- Bass could be deeper
- Noise cancellation could be improved
- Ambient sound behavior during calls
- Mostly plastic build
- Bass mode feels similar to flat
Nothing Headphone Pro B175
The CMF by Nothing headphones are widely praised for their exceptional value at around $80, offering premium build quality, comfortable fit, and impressive sound with deep bass and clear mids/highs. Active noise cancellation is effective for the price, though not top-tier, and battery life is excellent. Minor drawbacks include a soft carrying pouch instead of a hard case, a slightly bulky design, and a volume scroll wheel that adjusts in 6% increments. Overall, users strongly recommend them as a budget-friendly alternative to high-end models like Sony XM4/XM5.
Pros
- Exceptional value for money
- Premium build quality and design
- Comfortable for long wear
- Deep, punchy bass with clear mids/highs
- Effective ANC for the price
Cons
- Soft carrying pouch instead of hard case
- Slightly bulky design
- Volume wheel adjusts in 6% increments
- ANC not top-tier
- Cushioning may lose shape over time
Scores
Specifications
| JVC Over-the-Ear Headphones HAS75NB | Nothing Headphone Pro B175 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | — | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.18 kg★ | 0.28 kg |
| Ear Cushion | Ergonomic soft pads | memory foam |
| Headband | — | cap-friendly |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | — | dynamic |
| Driver Size | — | 40 mm★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Codecs | — | LDAC |
| Surround | — | Spatial Audio |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | active | Adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.4★ |
| Multipoint | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | — | 3.5mm |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 35 hrs | 50 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 5 mins for up to 4 hrs of playtime |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | — | 3★ |
| NC Mic | — | ✓★ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Voice assistant | Google Fast Pair & Microsoft Swift Pair |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | — |
| App | JVC Headphones | Nothing X |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | — |
| Water Resistance | Water-Resistant | — |
Pros & Cons
JVC Over-the-Ear Headphones HAS75NB
- Strong anc (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong build (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong social proof (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Strong connectivity (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Below average sound (20th percentile)20th %ile
Nothing Headphone Pro B175
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong sound (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Pricing
JVC Over-the-Ear Headphones HAS75NB
Nothing Headphone Pro B175
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 84 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 7 of 31 specs.
