Nothing Ear (a)

Nothing Ear (a)

Launched Apr 2024 · Earbuds (TWS)

71
GoodGifng score
Good for callsGood for noise-cancellingGood for bassGood for android

Best price today₹4,999on Amazon

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Usual price ₹5,499 · launch price ₹7,999

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Score breakdown

Sound
73
Noise cancelling
61
Battery
76
Features
75
Calls
69
Comfort & fit
71

Each part is measured the same way for every model (from specs and lab test measurements where they exist) and moves up or down with what reviewers praise or criticise.

Pros

  • Noise cancelling beat rivals with higher dB claims
  • Secure, comfortable seal
  • Callers had no complaints even outdoors
  • About 5 h per charge and 35 h with the case (ANC off)
  • LDAC and good range
  • Deep bass with clear stage
  • Adaptive ANC works in noisy places

Cons

  • Bass dominates and can be tiring
  • Only simple EQ options
  • About 120 ms lag hurts gaming
  • Creaky plastic case that scuffs and is hard to open one-handed
  • LDAC is off by default and needs a supported phone
  • ChatGPT tricks need a Nothing phone
  • Bass-rich tuning won't suit everyone
  • BeebomApr 2024

    Strong ANC, fit, mics and battery, but heavy bass, basic EQ and noticeable lag make it overpriced at launch; better around ₹6,000.

  • Business StandardMay 2024

    A feature-packed mid-range pair with deep-bass sound, good adaptive ANC and clear mics that holds up against pricier buds.

  • FoneArenaApr 2024

    A decent ANC pair with good sound, calls and battery, though still pricey for missing wireless charging and LHDC.

  • TechRadarApr 2024

    A sure hit at the price: lively, spacious sound, much better ANC and clear calls; only wireless charging and premium sound features are missing. Tested the global model.

  • SoundGuysApr 2025

    A solid all-rounder with long measured battery and a good mic, but no standout strength; ANC tested below average. Tested the global model.

Full specs

Sound
Drivers11 mm dynamic
CodecsSBC, AAC, LDAC
Hi-Res audioYes
Spatial audioNo
EqualiserPresets
Noise cancelling
ANCAdaptive, up to 45 dB (maker's figure)
Transparency / ambient modeYes
Battery
Earbuds alone9.5 h, 5.5 h with ANC
With the case42.5 h, 24.5 h with ANC
Measured in a test8.82 h (8 h 49 min; ANC state not stated)
Fast charging10 min = 10 h
Wireless chargingNo
Calls
Microphones6
Call noise reduction3 mics per bud, Clear Voice Technology 3.0
Connection
Bluetooth5.3
Multipoint (two devices at once)Yes
Quick pairingYes
Latency / game mode120 ms (maker's figure), game mode
AppYes
Build & fit
Weight (one earbud)4.8 g
Case weight39.6 g
Water resistanceIP54
Controlssqueeze
In-ear detectionYes
Other
Warranty1 year
ColoursYellow

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