Apple Airpods (3Rd Gen) Vs. Nothing Ear 2 Review In Detail

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Nothing Ear 2 IP54

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) IPX4

Ingress protection ratings refer to the rank of protection offered by a casing, against solids and water. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value of the IP rating refers to protection against solids such as dust, while the second refers to protection against liquids (water).

Having a value of IPX4, the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s rating for solids indicates that no data available to specify a protection rating, and the second number of 4 means that they can withstand low pressure spray similar to that of a shower head when tilted at 180° for 10 minutes.

Compared to the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen), Nothing Ear 2 have a rating of IP54 meaning that ingress of dust is not totally prevented but dust does not enter in harmful quantities to interfere with the correct operation or impair safety and that of liquids is that, they both have the same rating against liquids

Weight

Nothing Ear 2 9g

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 8.56g

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a weight of 8.56g . We prefer a lower weight better for the reason that lighter devices are more comfortable to carry.

The Nothing Ear 2, at 9g weigh more than the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) with a difference of 0.44g

Has No Wires Or Cables

Nothing Ear 2 ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

True wireless devices have no cables linking any part of the device together, Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) are true wireless for this case since they don't have cables. This is an important difference since wireless earbuds have wires linking the two earbuds .

Nothing Ear 2 also is true wireless because it doesn't have cables linking the 2 earbuds .

Sweat Resistance

Nothing Ear 2 ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) are resistant to sweat

Nothing Ear 2's resistance to sweat makes both devices good for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc

Has Stereo Speakers

Nothing Ear 2 ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have stereo speakers, what this means is that Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience.

The Nothing Ear 2 also have stereo speakers

Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Nothing Ear 2 ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

Active noise cancellation makes use of advanced kind of tech to actively counter noise. ANC works when, it studies the sound pattern of incoming noise and after inverts the soundwaves to cancel it out. Simply put, it's like taking +1 (noise) then producing -1 (counter sound by the device) to make 0 resulting in a reduced level of noise.

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have ANC enabling you to listen at lower volume levels, good for your ears since you don't have to crank up the device volume to overcome background noise.

Nothing Ear 2 too have Active Noise Cancellation which makes both earbuds ideal for flights and morning commutes. Each operate with different noise cancellation modes, pick the noise cancellation type that suits your commute or that enhances your relaxation time.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Nothing Ear 2 ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) stay well in place, this creates an acoustic covering that reduces background noise and also prevents the device sound from leaking out at the same.

Both Nothing Ear 2, and Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have passive noise reduction this implies that they reduce ambient noise instead of actively using technology to cancel it out.

Driver Unit Size

Nothing Ear 2 11.6mm

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 11mm

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) driver unit is 11mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, and can produce better bass. The driver unit is the component that makes sound in the earbuds, its size dictates the sound made by the device.

Nothing Ear 2 driver unit is 11.6mm in diameter, making them have a larger driver unit than that of Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) by 0.6mm , as many tend to believe that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.

However, large drivers usually have difficulty producing high frequencies so yeah, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not indicate that they deliver better quality sound.

Lowest Frequency

Nothing Ear 2 20Hz

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 10Hz

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s lowest frequency is at 10Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well a particular audio component generates low audible frequencies and if it alters the signal while at it.

Nothing Ear 2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) can make sound with a juicier bass than the Nothing Ear 2

Highest Frequency

Nothing Ear 2 20,000Hz

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 20,000Hz

The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response tells how well a particular audio component generates high human frequencies and if it changes to the signal while at it.

Nothing Ear 2's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that both devices can produce equal treble

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Battery Life

Nothing Ear 2 6hours

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 6hours

The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s battery life is 6 hours, these last longer than 5 hours of listening which is considered average before recharge. A device's battery life is usually given by the manufacturer, and with more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings.

Nothing Ear 2's battery life is equal to that of the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) . Each time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less playing time. The effect is barely noticeable at first, but over a few years, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time.

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Nothing Ear 2 30hours

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 30hours

The battery life of the charging case is given by the manufacturer, and the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s case is said to have a full charge of 30 hours. A charging case with more battery hours allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go multiple times before recharging the case itself.

Nothing Ear 2's charging case has a battery life of 30 hours, equal to that of the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)

Charge Time

Nothing Ear 2 1hours

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 0.3hours

It requires 0.3 hours to fully charge the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s battery. It is recommended to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds for the first time.

Nothing Ear 2 takes 1 hours to fully charge the battery, more than that of Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) by 0.7 hours

Has Wireless Charging

Nothing Ear 2 ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen), the device supports wireless charging. To charge the device, you simply put down on a compatible charging pad.

Nothing Ear 2 also support wireless charging, take note of the charging standard of a device.

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Nothing Ear 2 ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the earbuds has a low battery. Its lights display the charging status of your device and charging case.

Nothing Ear 2 too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators enable you tell the charging state of your device, whether fully charged, or the battery is running low.

Has Usb Type-C

Nothing Ear 2 ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✗

The Nothing Ear 2 have USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable.

Bluetooth Version

Nothing Ear 2 v5.3

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) v5

The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have Bluetooth version of 5, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.

Nothing Ear 2 has a Bluetooth version of 5.3, newer than that of Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Nothing Ear 2 10meters

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 10meters

The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth.

Nothing Ear 2 have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)

Has Aac

Nothing Ear 2 ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) support AAC, a codec that is used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Because it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it provides better results than other codecs at the same bit rate.

Since its the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) will work well with your iPhone. If you intend on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well.

The Nothing Ear 2 support AAC as well. Designed to be the successor of the MP3 format, AAC generally achieves higher sound quality than MP3 encoders at the same bit rate.

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Number Of Microphones

Nothing Ear 2 6only

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 6only

The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have 6 microphones.

Nothing Ear 2 microphones are 6, equal to that of the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) . More microphones record better sound quality and enable the earbuds to filter out noise.

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Nothing Ear 2 ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are made to reduce noise from the earbuds' sound.

The Nothing Ear 2 too use a noise-canceling type of microphone. This is useful in noisy environments.

Mic Sensitivity

Nothing Ear 2 -40dBV/Pa

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✗

The Nothing Ear 2 microphone sensitivity is measured at -40dBV/Pa. The magnitude of the analog or digital output signal from the microphone with its input stimulus is a calculation of its sensitivity. It's the 'loudness' of the voice that the earbud microphone can pick up.

Has Ambient Sound Mode

Nothing Ear 2 ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✗

Nothing Ear 2 support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient sound to still be heard even while wearing them

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Nothing Ear 2 ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when removed from your ears so that the music is paused.

Nothing Ear 2 too support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears saving battery life.

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Nothing Ear 2 ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

If lost in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) support the find earbuds feature.

The Nothing Ear 2 also have the find earbuds feature. Use the earbuds app on your phone to play an alarm from your device to find them.

Supports Fast Charging

Nothing Ear 2 ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) support fast charging. Most often, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to reduce the amount of time it takes to charge a device.

Also the Nothing Ear 2 support fast charging. It's very similar to regular charging, just that the battery is filling up much faster. Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in just 30 minutes.

Multipoint Count

Nothing Ear 2 2only

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 2only

The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a multipoint of 2 connections, this feature allows you to link to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. Say, you can seemlessly switch calls from one device to another without having to manually disconnect and reconnect.

The Nothing Ear 2 support multipoint count of 2, equal to that of the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) . Bluetooth multipoint is useful because you can be on one call and not miss notifications from another connected device.

Has A Mute Function

Nothing Ear 2 ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a mute function, they have the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.

The Nothing Ear 2 too support the mute function. It means that you are in position turn off the device's microphone, but you can still hear the other party talk.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Nothing Ear 2 ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen), so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the device.

The Nothing Ear 2 too have a control panel on them.

Warranty Period

Nothing Ear 2 ✗

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 1Years

The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a warranty period of 1 Years, the period of time that warrant free repair and adjustment services in case of a malfunction occurring under normal use following instruction manuals.

Has Voice Prompts

Nothing Ear 2 ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information via audio messages, like if there is a problem with the connection.

The Nothing Ear 2 too support voice prompts .i.e the earbuds notifies you if the battery is low, and you need to recharge them.

Travel Bag Is Included

Nothing Ear 2 ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) come with their own special pouch. Carrying earbuds openly, or putting them inside your bag without a casing can easily put them at risk of getting damaged.

Nothing Ear 2 also have a case included, which offers safe transportation.

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Category	Features	Nothing Ear 2	Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)
DESIGN	ingress protection (ip) rating	IP54	IPX4
	weight	9g	8.56g
	has no wires or cables	✓	✓
	sweat resistance	✓	✓
	has stereo speakers	✓	✓
SOUND QUALITY	has active noise cancellation (noise control)	✓	✓
	has passive noise reduction	✓	✓
	driver unit size	11.6mm	11mm
	lowest frequency	20Hz	10Hz
	highest frequency	20,000Hz	20,000Hz
POWER	battery life	6hours	6hours
	battery life of charging case	30hours	30hours
	charge time	1hours	0.3hours
	has wireless charging	✓	✓
	has a battery level indicator	✓	✓
CONNECTIVITY	has usb type-c	✓	✗
	bluetooth version	v5.3	v5
	maximum bluetooth range	10meters	10meters
	has aac	✓	✓
MICROPHONE	number of microphones	6only	6only
	has a noise-canceling microphone	✓	✓
	mic sensitivity	-40dBV/Pa	✗
EXTRAS	has ambient sound mode	✓	✗
	has in/on-ear detection	✓	✓
	has find earbuds feature	✓	✓
	supports fast charging	✓	✓
	multipoint count	2only	2only
	has a mute function	✓	✓
	control panel placed on a device	✓	✓
	warranty period	✗	1Years
	has voice prompts	✓	✓
	travel bag is included	✓	✓
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Apple Airpods (3Rd Gen) Vs. Nothing Ear 2 Review In Detail

Design

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Weight

Has No Wires Or Cables

Sweat Resistance

Has Stereo Speakers

Sound Quality

Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Driver Unit Size

Lowest Frequency

Highest Frequency

Power

Battery Life

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Charge Time

Has Wireless Charging

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Connectivity

Has Usb Type-C

Bluetooth Version

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Has Aac

Microphone

Number Of Microphones

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Mic Sensitivity

Extras

Has Ambient Sound Mode

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Supports Fast Charging

Multipoint Count

Has A Mute Function

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Warranty Period

Has Voice Prompts

Travel Bag Is Included