Nothing Headphone (1) B170
Nothing
78 Overall Score
vs
Beyerdynamic AVENTHO 300 1000971
Beyerdynamic
77 Overall Score
Scores
Gaming
Music
Budget
Studio
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Commute
Calls
Specifications
| Nothing Headphone (1) B170 | Beyerdynamic AVENTHO 300 1000971 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | — | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.33 kg | 0.32 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | memory foam | memory foam |
| Headband | — | memory foam |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 45 mm★ |
| Drivers | — | 1★ |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz | 5 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | 22 kHz |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | AAC, SBC, LDAC | aptX Lossless, aptX Adaptive |
| Surround | Spatial Audio | Dolby Atmos |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | Real Time Adaptive ANC | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.4★ |
| Profiles | HFP v1.8, AVRCP v1.6, A2DP v1.4 | AVDTP, AVDTP, GAVDP, SPP, A2DP, AVRCP, HFP |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Range | — | 15 m★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 80 hrs★ | 50 hrs |
| Charge Time | 2 hrs | 2 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 5 min charge for 5 hours playback | 10 Minutes for 5 Hours |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6 | 6 |
| NC Mic | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Dolby Head Tracking Technology |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | ✗ |
| App | Nothing X | Beyerdynamic |
| Volume Limiting | — | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IP52 | — |
Pros & Cons
Nothing Headphone (1) B170
- Strong connectivity (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong sound (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong battery (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Below average comfort (32nd percentile)
Beyerdynamic AVENTHO 300 1000971
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong sound (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong battery (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (21st percentile)
Pricing
Nothing Headphone (1) B1700.012score per dollar
vs
Beyerdynamic AVENTHO 300 10009710.008score per dollar
Nothing Headphone (1) B170 offers 1.5x better value for money
Nothing Headphone (1) B170
Beyerdynamic AVENTHO 300 1000971
Verdict
Tie
Both products are closely matched - Nothing Headphone (1) B170 wins 5 specs while Beyerdynamic AVENTHO 300 1000971 wins 7.
