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AKG N700NC M2 vs Earfun Wave Pro X: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the Earfun Wave Pro X comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 85. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: Earfun Wave Pro X - Outstanding overall at around $130.

Score breakdown

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

Earfun Wave Pro X leads on 7 of 7 measures.

  • AKG N700NC M2
  • Earfun Wave Pro X
HearWiki score
56
85
Sound
8.0
8.3
Noise cancelling
6.3
7.8
Battery
5.7
9.5
Calls
4.8
7.7
Value
-
9.6
Price (USD)
$140
$130

Generation & platform

The scores rank quality. This is the other question: is the newer one actually newer technology, or the same platform in a new shell?

Mixed generations

Earfun Wave Pro X (2026) against AKG N700NC M2 (2020). Neither is straightforwardly newer: the AKG N700NC M2 brings ANC type Adaptive against Hybrid, while the Earfun Wave Pro X answers with Bluetooth 6.0 against 4.2, Top codec aptX Lossless against AAC and LE Audio (LC3).

  • N700NC M22020
  • Wave Pro X20266 yr newer
What differsN700NC M2Wave Pro X

Platform

Bluetooth
4.2
6.0
Top codec
AAC
aptX Lossless
LE Audio (LC3)
No
Yes
ANC type
Adaptive
Hybrid

Level on: Multipoint pairing, USB-C, Transparency mode, Custom EQ, Companion app.

Specifications

N700NC M2Wave Pro X
Type
Over-Ear
Over-Ear
Price (USD)
$140
$130
HearWiki score
56
85
Released
2020
2026
Availability
Discontinued
Sold new
Driver
40 mm dynamic
40 mm dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
40 mm
40 mm
Drivers per side
1
1
Frequency response
10 Hz - 20 kHz
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance
16 Ω
-
Sensitivity
110 dB/mW
-
Bluetooth
4.2
6.0
Codecs
SBC, AAC, Samsung Scalable
SBC, aptX, LC3, aptX Adaptive, aptX Lossless, LDAC
Multipoint pairing
Yes
Yes
Battery life
23 h
90 h
Battery life (ANC on)
-
50 h
Full charge time
180 min
120 min
Wireless charging
No
-
Active noise cancelling
Yes
Yes
ANC type
adaptive
hybrid
Transparency mode
Yes
Yes
Companion app
Yes
Yes
Custom EQ
Yes
Yes
Wear detection
No
No
Controls
both
buttons
Voice assistant
Yes
-
Weight
277 g
259 g
Water resistance
none
-
Foldable
Yes
-
Detachable cable
Yes
-
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Microphones
1
8
Call noise reduction
-
Yes
Call NR technology
-
noise-cancelling mic

What reviewers said

AKG N700NC M2

The AKG N700NC M2 are comfortable over-ear wireless headphones with a bass-forward sound signature that can be tailored via a companion EQ. Their adaptive noise cancellation and multipoint connectivity make them solid travel companions, though Bluetooth latency and ANC strength keep them from top-tier status.

  • Pro:Rich, detailed sound with adjustable EQ
  • Pro:Comfortable fit for long listening sessions
  • Pro:Adaptive noise cancellation and transparency mode
  • Con:Noise cancellation not class-leading
  • Con:Bluetooth latency may hinder gaming
  • Con:Lacks aptX support

Earfun Wave Pro X

The Earfun Wave Pro X is a budget-friendly over-ear wireless headphone that pairs hybrid active noise cancellation with an impressively long battery life. It supports a wide range of high-quality Bluetooth codecs, including LDAC and aptX Lossless, and offers multipoint connectivity for seamless device switching. With its 40mm dynamic drivers and customizable EQ, it aims to deliver a versatile and immersive listening experience at a competitive price point.

  • Pro:Hybrid ANC effectively reduces ambient noise
  • Pro:Exceptional battery life, especially with ANC off
  • Pro:Supports high-resolution codecs like LDAC and aptX Lossless
  • Con:Plastic build may not feel as premium as pricier rivals
  • Con:Controls are limited to physical buttons
  • Con:Frequency response is somewhat narrow for an over-ear model

Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.

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