Audio-Technica M-Series ATH-M70x
Nothing Headphone Pro B175
What Buyers Say
Audio-Technica M-Series ATH-M70x
The Audio-Technica ATH-M70x headphones receive mixed reviews. Many users praise their detailed, neutral sound and clarity, making them excellent for mixing and mastering. However, a significant number of reviewers report severe build quality issues, particularly with the plastic swivel joints breaking easily, even from minor drops. While the sound is often described as top-tier, the fragility and lack of replacement parts are major drawbacks.
Pros
- Detailed and neutral sound
- Excellent clarity for mixing
- Reveals audio details
- Comfortable for long sessions
- Great with quality DAC
Cons
- Fragile plastic swivel joints
- Breaks easily from minor drops
- Poor build quality for price
- No replacement parts available
- Uncomfortable ear pads for long use
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
| Audio-Technica M-Series ATH-M70x | Nothing Headphone Pro B175 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.28 kg★ | 0.28 kg |
| Ear Cushion | — | memory foam |
| Headband | — | cap-friendly |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 45 mm★ | 40 mm |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Freq Min | 5 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 35 Ω | — |
| Sensitivity | 97 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Codecs | — | LDAC |
| Surround | — | Spatial Audio |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✗ | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | Adaptive |
| Transparency | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.4★ |
| Multipoint | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓★ | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 50 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 5 mins for up to 4 hrs of playtime |
| Charging | — | USB-C★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | — | 3★ |
| NC Mic | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Google Fast Pair & Microsoft Swift Pair |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | — |
| App | — | Nothing X |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | — |
Pros & Cons
Audio-Technica M-Series ATH-M70x
- Strong sound (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong build (76th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (2nd percentile)2nd %ile
- Below average social proof (24th percentile)
- Below average anc (32nd percentile)
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
Nothing Headphone Pro B175 offers 5.4x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 84 overall, wins 6 of 7 usage categories and 10 of 36 specs.
