Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen
Bose
87 Overall Score
vs
Nothing Headphone Headphone (1)
Nothing
73 Overall Score
Scores
Work
Budget
Commute
Gaming
Calls
Music
Studio
Specifications
| Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen | Nothing Headphone Headphone (1) | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | — |
| Foldable | ✓★ | — |
| Weight | 0.23 kg★ | 0.33 kg |
| Ear Cushion | plush cushions | memory foam |
| Headband | metal | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | Dynamic | Hybrid |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | BREAKTHROUGH SPATIALIZED AUDIO: Super immersive sound spatializes everything, taking the music out of your head and placing it in front of you to push the boundaries of listening. | LDAC |
| Surround | Spatial Audio | Spatial Audio |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | hybrid | Hybrid |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | — |
| Profiles | A2DP, HFP, AVRCP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓★ | — |
| Cable Length | 0.5099999904632568 m | — |
| Range | 9.100000381469727 m★ | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 30 hrs | 80 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 3 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 15 min for 2.5 hours playback | 5 min for 5 hours playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 2 | 6★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | — |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant | — |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Bose app | Nothing X |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | — |
| Water Resistance | Waterproof | — |
Pros & Cons
Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong build (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong anc (92th percentile)92th %ile
- Strong social proof (83th percentile)83th %ile
Nothing Headphone Headphone (1)
- Strong battery (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong anc (92th percentile)92th %ile
- Strong mic (91th percentile)91th %ile
- Strong connectivity (81th percentile)81th %ile
- Below average comfort (29th percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Pricing
Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen
Nothing Headphone Headphone (1)
No current pricing available
Verdict
Winner: Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen
Scores 87 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 7 of 38 specs.
