Apple Buds CMF Buds 2a Wireless Earbuds Active Noise Cancelling 42dB Hybrid ANC
JVC Gumy HAFX7VN
Scores
Specifications
| Apple Buds CMF Buds 2a Wireless Earbuds Active Noise Cancelling 42dB Hybrid ANC | JVC Gumy HAFX7VN | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | ear-tip |
| Ear Tips | multiple in ear headphone tips | S, M, L |
| Weight | 0.09 kg | 0.03 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 12.399999618530273 mm★ | 9 mm |
| Drivers | 2★ | — |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Codecs | CMF Buds 2a Wireless Earbuds Active Noise Cancelling 42dB Hybrid ANC Bluetooth Headphones, 12.4mm Dynamic Driver for Big Bass, 4 Mic Clear Calls, Sport Ear Buds for iPhone, Android, Dark Grey | JVC Gumy in Ear Earbud Headphones with Paper Package, Powerful Sound, Comfortable and Secure Fit, Silicone Ear Pieces S/M/L - HAFX7VN (Violet) |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | ✗ |
| ANC Type | hybrid | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓★ | — |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 8 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 5mins charge [max 2hrs of playtime] | — |
| Charging | — | proprietary |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 35.5 hrs★ | — |
| Case Charging | — | proprietary |
| Wireless Charging | — | ✗ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Mic Count | 4★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | ChatGPT | — |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | ✗ |
| App | Nothing X | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Bone Conduction | — | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IP54 | — |
Pros & Cons
Apple Buds CMF Buds 2a Wireless Earbuds Active Noise Cancelling 42dB Hybrid ANC
- Strong connectivity (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong anc (92th percentile)92th %ile
- Strong mic (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong social proof (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Below average build (34th percentile)
JVC Gumy HAFX7VN
- Strong social proof (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong comfort (71th percentile)
- Below average sound (8th percentile)8th %ile
- Below average connectivity (9th percentile)9th %ile
- Below average mic (9th percentile)9th %ile
- Below average anc (29th percentile)
Pricing
JVC Gumy HAFX7VN offers 1.2x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 79 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 14 of 30 specs.