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Updated January 10, 2024·
If sound quality and a broad soundstage for an immersive music experience are priorities, the AKG K712 Pro headphones would be a better choice, but they're bulkier and not suited for exercise or travel. They’re open-backed, providing a more natural sound and larger soundstage but also leak sound and offer minimal noise isolation. The "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick earbuds offer convenience with wireless operation and are more portable, suitable for calls, meetings, and use during exercise. They have a built-in microphone, and despite lower overall sound quality compared to the K712 Pro, they're better for casual listening and come at a lower price. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the AKG K712 Pro
- Good for music
- Very good for TV and video
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
7.7
6.1
The AKG K712 Pro is good for music, while the "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick is only fair.
Gaming
7.0
8.1
The "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick is very good for gaming, while the AKG K712 Pro is good.
Phone Calls
4.9
8.6
The "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick is very good for phone calls, while the AKG K712 Pro is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
7.8
8.4
The "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick is very good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the AKG K712 Pro is good.
TV and Video
8.4
7.5
The AKG K712 Pro is very good for TV and video, while the "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick is good.
Battery
N/A
5.0 Hours
The AKG K712 Pro does not have a battery. The "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick has 5 hours of battery life.
Cost
$270
$65
$50
$100
$150
$200
$250
$300
$350
$400
The AKG K712 Pro has a price of $270 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 AKG K712 Pro has very good build quality.
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Key similarities
Noise Reduction
2.5
2.5
The AKG K712 Pro and "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick are both poor for noise reduction.
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How the AKG K712 Pro and the "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| AKG K712 Pro | "Nothing" Brand Ear Stick |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$270 | $65 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | AKG | "Nothing" Brand | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | July 1, 2013 | November 1, 2022 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 7.8/10 | 6.2/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 4.9/10 | 8.7/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 7/10 | 8.2/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 8.5/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 4.4/10 | 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 | 2.5/10 | 2.5/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | 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 | 8.4/10 | 7/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | N/A | Small | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 235 Grams | 4.4 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | N/A | Integrated | |
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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."
"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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