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AKG N60NC Wireless vs Apple Beats Solo2 Wireless: which should you buy?

Specs, scores and condensed review verdicts for the AKG N60NC Wireless vs Apple Beats Solo2 Wireless, side by side. Where a product has no HearWiki score yet, not enough reviews have been aggregated to rate it.

Score breakdown

Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.

AKG N60NC Wireless
Sound7.5
Noise cancelling7.0
Battery6.5
Value7.0
Apple Beats Solo2 Wireless

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Specifications

Specification comparison of AKG N60NC Wireless vs Apple Beats Solo2 Wireless
SpecAKG N60NC WirelessApple Beats Solo2 Wireless
TypeOn-EarOn-Ear
Price (USD)$300$300
HearWiki score76 / 100 · GreatNot scored
Released20182015
Audio
Driverdynamicdynamic
Driver size40 mm-
Drivers per side12
Frequency response10Hz-22kHz20Hz-20kHz
Impedance32 Ω45 Ω
Sensitivity111 dB/mW115 dB/mW
Wireless
Bluetooth4.0Bluetooth
Bluetooth version4.0-
CodecsSBC, AAC, aptXunknown
Multipoint pairingNoNo
Wireless range10 m9 m
Battery
Battery life15 h12 h
Battery life (ANC on)30 h-
Wireless chargingNoNo
Features
Active noise cancellingYes-
ANC typefeedbacknone
Transparency modeNoNo
Companion appNoNo
Custom EQNoNo
Wear detectionNoNo
Controlsbuttonsbuttons
Design
Weight199.4 g215 g
Water resistancenonenone
Foldable-Yes
Detachable cableYesYes
USB-CNoNo
Calls
Microphones11

What reviewers said

AKG N60NC Wireless

The AKG N60NC Wireless is a compact, travel-focused pair of on-ear headphones with effective hybrid noise cancellation and a lively, balanced sound signature. They're comfortable and portable, making them a solid choice for commuters, though their wireless performance isn't quite as polished as the wired mode and battery life falls short of top competitors.

  • Pro:Compact and lightweight design ideal for travel
  • Pro:Effective noise cancellation for its size
  • Pro:Entertaining, well-balanced audio quality
  • Con:Wireless sound quality is slightly inferior to wired mode
  • Con:Noise cancellation can weaken with jaw movement
  • Con:Battery life is decent but not class-leading

Apple Beats Solo2 Wireless

These on-ear Bluetooth headphones offer a portable, foldable build and up to 12 hours of playback per charge. They rely on passive noise isolation rather than active cancellation, with a simple wired remote and mic for basic control. The sound signature is typically energetic, but the lack of modern features like app support or multipoint connectivity may limit their appeal.

  • Pro:Foldable design for easy portability
  • Pro:Long 12-hour battery life for wireless use
  • Pro:Built-in mic and remote for calls and track control
  • Con:No active noise cancellation or transparency mode
  • Con:No app support or custom EQ for tuning
  • Con:Uses older micro-USB charging, not USB-C

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