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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize sound quality for music listening, the HifiMan Sundara is the better choice due to its slightly higher music score. However, the AKG K712 Pro offers a better experience for TV and video. Neither has a built-in microphone for calls, which may be a drawback if you need that feature. Both are similarly comfortable and neither is suitable for exercise due to their open-back design and lack of sweat resistance. The Sundara is heavier and less portable, and neither offers active noise cancelling or wireless connectivity, thus they're not ideal for noisy environments like air travel. If you're seeking durability and a longer cable, the K712 Pro has the edge. Both have detachable cables, but keep in mind neither supports low latency, making them less suitable for gaming. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the AKG K712 Pro
- The AKG K712 Pro has no clear advantages over the HifiMan Sundara.
Advantages of the HifiMan Sundara
- Excellent for music
Key differences
Music
7.7
9.3
The HifiMan Sundara is excellent for music, while the AKG K712 Pro is good.
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Gaming
7.0
7.2
The HifiMan Sundara and AKG K712 Pro are both good for gaming.
Phone Calls
4.9
4.9
The HifiMan Sundara and AKG K712 Pro are both poor for phone calls.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
7.8
7.8
The HifiMan Sundara and AKG K712 Pro are both good for podcasts and audiobooks.
TV and Video
8.4
8.8
The HifiMan Sundara and AKG K712 Pro are both very good for TV and video.
Noise Reduction
2.5
2.5
The AKG K712 Pro and HifiMan Sundara are both poor for noise reduction.
Cost
$270
$279
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$200
$250
$300
$350
$400
The AKG K712 Pro has a price of $270 and the HifiMan Sundara costs $279.
Build Quality
8.5
8.2
The AKG K712 Pro and HifiMan Sundara both have very good build quality.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| AKG K712 Pro | HifiMan Sundara |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$270 | $279 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | AKG | HifiMan | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | July 1, 2013 | May 1, 2020 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wired | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 7.8/10 | 9.3/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 4.9/10 | 5/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 7/10 | 7.2/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 8.5/10 | 8.8/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 4.4/10 | 4.5/10 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 2.5/10 | 2.5/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | N/A | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.5/10 | 8.2/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 8.4/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 235 Grams | 394.6 Grams | |
Waterproof Rating | |||
Waterproof Rating | 0 | 0 | |
Dustproof Rating | |||
Dustproof Rating | 0 | 0 | |
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Headfonics
Michael | October 2013
"AKG has created a mini-masterpiece in my opinion. I enjoy this headphone a great deal and it will become my go-to reference headphone for the time being. She is slick, sexy, well-balanced, and crazy comfortable."
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Christian Thomas | July 2023
"The HiFiMan Sundara is the set of headphones to get if you want high-end audio, but don't want to shell out a king's ransom for it. These planar magnetic headphones are comfortable, straightforward, and excellent performers."
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About HifiMan
HiFiMAN is a Chinese, high-end, audio product manufacturer, with 20 years of experience, that specializes in amplifiers, digital audio players and planar magnetic headphones, some of which have become a staple in the audiophile community such as the entry-level Sundara, the midrange Edition X, and the very well-regarded, high-end, Arya.
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