FiiO JT3
Nothing Headphone Pro B175
What Buyers Say
FiiO JT3
The Fiio JT1 open-back headphones are widely praised for their exceptional value, comfort, and solid build quality. Users highlight the non-fatiguing sound with great bass, making them ideal for gaming and metalcore music. Some note minor issues like a short cable, a slipping headband, and slight muddiness in the low mids, but overall they are considered a bargain that punches above its price point.
Pros
- Excellent value for money
- Very comfortable for long sessions
- Solid build quality
- Non-fatiguing sound
- Great bass for gaming and metal
Cons
- Short cable length
- Slipping headband adjustment
- Slight muddiness in low mids
- Suspension strap design not for everyone
- Microphonics from cable
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
| FiiO JT3 | Nothing Headphone Pro B175 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | open | closed |
| Foldable | — | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.75 kg | 0.28 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | velvet with memory foam | memory foam |
| Headband | aluminum-magnesium alloy | cap-friendly |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 50 mm★ | 40 mm |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Impedance | 80 Ω | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | Open-Back Acoustic Design, Angled Driver Placement | 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 | 1 | 3★ |
| NC Mic | — | ✓★ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Google Fast Pair & Microsoft Swift Pair |
| App | — | Nothing X |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | — |
| Water Resistance | Water-Resistant | — |
Pros & Cons
FiiO JT3
- Strong build (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong sound (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (72nd percentile)
- Below average comfort (10th percentile)10th %ile
- 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 2.1x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 79 overall, wins 6 of 7 usage categories and 10 of 33 specs.
