A breakdown of the review per specifications

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX IP57

Nothing Ear 1 IPX4

IP ratings is the rank of protection given by an enclosure, against dust and water. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value represents protection against solids such as dust, followed by the one that refers to protection against liquids (sweat).

Having a value of IP57, the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX's rating is read as, the first value of 5 denotes 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 the second value of 7 means that they are protected against temporary immersion in water under set conditions, say 1 metre for 30 minutes.

Compared to the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX, Nothing Ear 1 have a rating of IPX4 meaning that no data available to specify a protection rating and that of liquids is that, Nothing Ear 1 has a lower liquid rating than Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX

Weight

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX 12g

Nothing Ear 1 9.4g

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have a weight of 12g . We take in account a lower weight better for the reason that lighter devices are easier to move with.

Nothing Ear 1, at 9.4g are lighter than the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX by -2.6g

Has No Wires Or Cables

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

Nothing Ear 1 ✓

True wireless devices have no wires connecting any part of the device together, Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX are true wireless for this matter since they have no cables. This is an important distinction since wireless earbuds have wires connecting the two earbuds .

Nothing Ear 1 also is true wireless because it has no cables connecting the pair of earbuds .

Sweat Resistance

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

Nothing Ear 1 ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have sweat resistance

Nothing Ear 1's resistance to sweat makes both devices good for use during long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc

Has Stereo Speakers

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

Nothing Ear 1 ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have stereo speakers, what this means is that Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX's speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience.

The Nothing Ear 1 also have stereo speakers

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Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

Nothing Ear 1 ✓

Active noise cancellation makes use of advanced technology to reduce ambient sounds. How it works, it studies the sound pattern of incoming noise and generates a mirror signal to cancel it out. In simple terms, it's like having +1 (sound from your surrounding) and adding -1 (inverted noise) giving zero therefore "diluting" the noise.

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have ANC allowing you to listen at lower levels of volume, good for your ears as you don't have to crank up the earbuds volume to outcompete background noise.

Nothing Ear 1 too have Active Noise Cancellation which makes either of the earbuds ideal for plane rides and morning travels. The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX and Nothing Ear 1 operate with different noise cancellation settings, pick the noise cancellation type that suits your travel or that suites your relaxation time.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

Nothing Ear 1 ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX stay well in place, creating a sound covering that reduces your environment sounds while preventing the device voice audio from leaking out .

Both of these devices have passive noise reduction this means that both tone down ambient noise instead of actively using ANC to cancel it out.

Driver Unit Size

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX 9.2mm

Nothing Ear 1 11.6mm

The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX driver unit is 9.2mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, therefor producing better bass. The driver unit is the component that makes sound in the earbuds, its size corellates with the sound made by the device.

Nothing Ear 1 driver unit is 11.6mm in diameter, making them have a larger driver unit than that of Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX by 2.4mm , a common assumption that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.

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

Lowest Frequency

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX 20Hz

Nothing Ear 1 20Hz

The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio component generates low frequencies that can be heard, and if it alters the signal on its way through.

Nothing Ear 1's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that both devices make sound with equal bass

Highest Frequency

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX 20000Hz

Nothing Ear 1 20000Hz

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX's highest frequency is at 20000Hz, high-frequency response indicates how well a particular audio device generates high human frequencies and if it changes to the signal on its way through.

Nothing Ear 1's highest frequency is at 20000Hz, this means that both devices can generate equal treble

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Battery Life

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX 8hours

Nothing Ear 1 5hours

The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX's battery life is 8 hours, these last longer than 5 hours of listening which is considered average for a single charge. A device's battery life is usually given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings.

Nothing Ear 1's battery life is less than that of Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX by 3 hours . Each time you recharge your device, they get a little less listening time. The effect is not noticeable at first, but over a few years, your wireless earbuds will no longer play for long like they used to.

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX 20hours

Nothing Ear 1 29hours

This is given by the manufacturer, and Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX's case has a charge of 20 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go multiple times before having to recharge the case itself.

Nothing Ear 1's charging case has a battery life of 29 hours, more than that of Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX by 9 hours

Charge Time

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX 1.5hours

Nothing Ear 1 1.5hours

It takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX's battery. It is highly adivsable to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds when they have been in storage for long periods.

Nothing Ear 1 takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the battery, equal to that of the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX

Battery Power

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX 70mAh

Nothing Ear 1 ✗

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX's battery power is 70mAh, battery capacity, shows the amount of electrical energy that a battery can keep.

Has Wireless Charging

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

Nothing Ear 1 ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you just put down on a compatible charging pad.

Nothing Ear 1 also support wireless charging, take note of the charging standard of a device.

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

Nothing Ear 1 ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the earbuds has a low battery. Its lights show the charging state of your device and charging case.

Nothing Ear 1 too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators enable you to tell the charging state of your earbuds, whether fully charged, or having a low battery.

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Has Usb Type-C

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

Nothing Ear 1 ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable.

Nothing Ear 1 too have USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current electronics.

Bluetooth Version

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX v5.2

Nothing Ear 1 v5.2

The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have Bluetooth version of 5.2, 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 1 has a Bluetooth version of 5.2, equal to that of the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX 10meters

Nothing Ear 1 10meters

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth.

Nothing Ear 1 have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX

Has Aac

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

Nothing Ear 1 ✗

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX support AAC, a codec used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Because it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it can provide better results than other codecs at a similar bit rate.

Since its the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX will work well with your iPhone. If you intend on using these with Android you need to pay even closer attention to codec support for if they only have AAC they won't provide the best audio quality possible, ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well.

Has Aptx Adaptive

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

Nothing Ear 1 ✗

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX support APTX Adaptive, an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that are developed by Qualcomm. It has a variable bit rate (between 279kbps and 420kbps).

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Number Of Microphones

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX 6only

Nothing Ear 1 6only

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have 6 microphones.

The Nothing Ear 1 microphones are 6, equal to that of the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX . More microphones result in better sound quality and help the device to filter out background sounds.

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

Nothing Ear 1 ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are designed to reduce noise from the desired sound.

The Nothing Ear 1 too use a noise-canceling type of microphone. This is useful in noisy areas.

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Has Ambient Sound Mode

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

Nothing Ear 1 ✓

The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient sound so that they can still be heard even while wearing the earbuds

The Nothing Ear 1 support ambient sound mode as well, it’s useful when you want to listen to music but also be aware of what’s happening around you, say you’re having a jog but still want to hear traffic.

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✗

Nothing Ear 1 ✓

The Nothing Ear 1 support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when removed from your ears so that the music is paused.

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✗

Nothing Ear 1 ✓

If lost in a room, or can't be found in your bag, Nothing Ear 1 support the find earbuds feature.

Supports Fast Charging

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

Nothing Ear 1 ✓

The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX support fast charging. Usually, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to fully charge a device.

Nothing Ear 1 too support fast charging. This kind is similar to regular charging, just that the battery is filling up much faster. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in just thirty minutes.

Multipoint Count

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX 2only

Nothing Ear 1 ✗

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX support multipoint of 2 connections, the multipoint feature allows you to link to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. Say, you can switch calls from one device to another without manually disconnect and reconnect.

Has A Mute Function

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

Nothing Ear 1 ✗

The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have a mute function, they have the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

Nothing Ear 1 ✓

With the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the earbuds.

Nothing Ear 1 too have a control panel on them.

Warranty Period

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX 3Years

Nothing Ear 1 1Years

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have a warranty period of 3 Years, the period of time that warrant free repair and adjustment services in case of a malfunction occurring under normal use following instruction manuals.

When covered under the manufacturer’s warranty it is possible to get a replacement a malfunction occurs. Nothing Ear 1 have a warranty period of 1Years, less than that of Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX by 2 Years .

Has Voice Prompts

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

Nothing Ear 1 ✓

The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX support voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, say if there is an issue with the connection.

Nothing Ear 1 too support voice prompts .i.e the earbuds notifies you when the battery is running low, and you need to recharge the earbuds.

Travel Bag Is Included

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

Nothing Ear 1 ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX come with a special pouch. Carrying earphones openly, or placing them in your pockets without a cover can easily damage them.

Nothing Ear 1 too have a case included, which is useful for safe transportation.

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Category	Features	Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX	Nothing Ear 1
DESIGN	ingress protection (ip) rating	IP57	IPX4
	weight	12g	9.4g
	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	9.2mm	11.6mm
	lowest frequency	20Hz	20Hz
	highest frequency	20000Hz	20000Hz
POWER	battery life	8hours	5hours
	battery life of charging case	20hours	29hours
	charge time	1.5hours	1.5hours
	battery power	70mAh	✗
	has wireless charging	✓	✓
	has a battery level indicator	✓	✓
CONNECTIVITY	has usb type-c	✓	✓
	bluetooth version	v5.2	v5.2
	maximum bluetooth range	10meters	10meters
	has aac	✓	✗
	has aptx adaptive	✓	✗
MICROPHONE	number of microphones	6only	6only
MICROPHONE	has a noise-canceling microphone	✓	✓
EXTRAS	has ambient sound mode	✓	✓
	has in/on-ear detection	✗	✓
	has find earbuds feature	✗	✓
	supports fast charging	✓	✓
	multipoint count	2only	✗
	has a mute function	✓	✗
	control panel placed on a device	✓	✓
	warranty period	3Years	1Years
	has voice prompts	✓	✓
	travel bag is included	✓	✓
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A summary of the review by feature comparison

A breakdown of the review per specifications

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

Battery Power

Has Wireless Charging

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Connectivity

Has Usb Type-C

Bluetooth Version

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Has Aac

Has Aptx Adaptive

Microphone

Number Of Microphones

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

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

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