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Nothing Ear (3) vs Nothing Headphone (1) Pro
Nothing Ear (3) ($149) vs Nothing Headphone (1) Pro ($399) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right true wireless.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Nothing Ear (3) | Nothing Headphone (1) Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $149 | $399 |
| Weight | 5g | 327g |
| ANC | 45dB reduction | — |
| Battery | 8.5h / 40.5h case | — |
| Drivers | 11.6mm dynamic | — |
| Codec | AAC + LHDC 5.0 | — |
| Chat | ChatGPT built-in | — |
| Fit | Silicone ear tips | — |
| Material | — | Metal and plastic |
| Weight | — | 327g (Nothing published) |
| Type | — | Over-ear |
| Connectivity | — | Bluetooth |
| Case | — | Hardshell, 383.5 g |
Pros & Cons
Nothing Ear (3)
- Iconic transparent design
- ChatGPT voice assistant
- LHDC 5.0 high-res codec
- 8.5h battery industry-leading
- $149 aggressive pricing
- Android optimization
- LHDC only on select phones
- New to premium audio tier
Nothing Headphone (1) Pro
- Distinct design
- Hardshell case included
- 327 g
- $399 is flagship money
- The case weighs more than the headphones
Nothing Ear (3) is the better value at $149. Both are part of our curated true wireless index — tap through to check current pricing.
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