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Updated January 10, 2024·
The 7hz Timeless earbuds, being more expensive, offer a high-quality music experience, superior build quality, and are wired, which means no battery concerns but less mobility. They don't feature a microphone, so they aren't suited for calls. The "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick is less expensive, designed for convenience with wireless connectivity, and optimized for use with both Android and Apple devices. They include features like a microphone with high ratings for calls, low latency mode for gaming, and are rated better for use during exercise given their sweatproof and dustproof design. Consider the 7hz Timeless if sound quality in music is your priority, or the Ear Stick if you need versatility and use your earbuds for calls and physical activities. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the 7hz Timeless
- Very good for music
Advantages of the "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick
- Very good for phone calls
- Very good for gaming
- Very good for podcasts and audiobooks
Key differences
Music
8.6
6.1
The 7hz Timeless is very good for music, while the "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick is only fair.
Gaming
6.6
8.1
The "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick is very good for gaming, while the 7hz Timeless is only fair.
Phone Calls
4.3
8.6
The "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick is very good for phone calls, while the 7hz Timeless is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
6.8
8.4
The "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick is very good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the 7hz Timeless is only fair.
Noise Reduction
5.3
2.5
The 7hz Timeless and "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick are both poor for noise reduction, though the 7hz Timeless is somewhat better.
Battery
N/A
5.0 Hours
The 7hz Timeless does not have a battery. The "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick has 5 hours of battery life.
Cost
$185
$65
$50
$100
$150
$200
$250
$300
The 7hz Timeless has a price of $185 and the "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick costs $65.
Build Quality
8.5
9.0
The "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick has excellent build quality, while the 7hz Timeless has very good build quality.
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Key similarities
TV and Video
7.8
7.5
The 7hz Timeless and "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick are both good for TV and video.
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How the 7hz Timeless and the "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| 7hz Timeless | "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$185 | $65 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | 7hz | "Nothing" Brand | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 1, 2021 | November 1, 2022 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 8.6/10 | 6.2/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 4.3/10 | 8.7/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 6.7/10 | 8.2/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.8/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 4.3/10 | 7/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | N/A | 5 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | N/A | No | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | N/A | 1.2 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | N/A | 5.2 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | N/A | 22 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 5.3/10 | 2.5/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | N/A | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | N/A | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | N/A | Yes | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | N/A | 8.5/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.5/10 | 9/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7/10 | 7/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Large | Small | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 5.5 Grams | 4.4 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | N/A | Integrated | |
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7hz Timeless
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Headphonesty
Kazi Mahbub Mutakabbir | May 2023
"7Hz picked a bold name for the Timeless and frankly, got very close to justifying their word choice. Most importantly, the Timeless are good to go in stock form, so you don’t have to worry about source-matching and such. I can recommend the 7Hz Timeless to those who do not mind a dash of brightness up top, want a taste of planar in IEM form, and want one of the most resolving pair of earphones in the $150 - $300 price range."
"Nothing" Brand Ear Stick
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Sound Guys
Jasper Lastoria | December 2022
"If the Ear (stick) fits your ears, its light weight means you can easily wear it until the unimpressive battery life totally drains. The IP54 rating of the buds lends some confidence that it’ll survive some light abuse too. Finally, for the person who only wears earbuds at their desk, the Nothing Ear (stick) with its decent microphone could offer a reasonable Zoom meeting solution."
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