Over-Ear
Audio-Technica M30x
66Good
$79
Full review dataAudio-Technica M30x vs Nothing CMF Headphone Pro: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Nothing CMF Headphone Pro comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 84. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: Nothing CMF Headphone Pro - Great overall at around $140.
Over-Ear
Nothing CMF Headphone Pro
84Great
$140
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Audio-Technica M30x
Sound7.0
Value7.0
Nothing CMF Headphone Pro
Sound8.0
Noise cancelling8.5
Battery9.5
Calls7.5
Value9.0
Specifications
| Spec | Audio-Technica M30x | Nothing CMF Headphone Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Over-Ear | Over-Ear |
| Price (USD) | $79 | $140 |
| HearWiki score | 66 / 100 · Good | 84 / 100 · Great |
| Released | - | 2025 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | dynamic | 40mm custom nickel-plated dynamic drivers |
| Driver size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Drivers per side | 2 | 2 |
| Frequency response | 15Hz-22kHz | 20Hz-20kHz |
| Impedance | 47 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 96 dB/mW | - |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | - | 5.4 |
| Bluetooth version | - | 5.4 |
| Codecs | - | AAC, SBC, LDAC |
| Multipoint pairing | No | Yes |
| Latency | - | 120 ms |
| Wireless range | - | 10 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | - | 100 h |
| Battery life (ANC on) | - | 50 h |
| Full charge time | - | 120 min |
| Quick charge | - | 5 min = 8 h |
| Wireless charging | - | No |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | No | Yes |
| ANC type | - | hybrid |
| Transparency mode | - | Yes |
| Companion app | - | Yes |
| Custom EQ | - | Yes |
| Wear detection | - | Yes |
| Controls | - | both |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 190 g | 283 g |
| Water resistance | - | IPX2 |
| Foldable | Yes | No |
| Detachable cable | No | Yes |
| USB-C | No | Yes |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | - | 5 |
| Call noise reduction | - | 3-mic ENC architecture |
What reviewers said
Audio-Technica M30x
The Audio-Technica ATH-M30x is a wired, budget-friendly over-ear headphone aimed at studio use, delivering a fairly accurate and balanced sound profile that punches above its price point. Its lightweight, foldable build offers decent comfort and durability for the cost, though it lacks modern conveniences like an inline remote, detachable cable, or any form of noise isolation, making it best suited for quiet, stationary listening rather than travel or exercise.
- Pro:Accurate, neutral sound for the price
- Pro:Lightweight and foldable for portability
- Pro:Sturdy build quality for budget class
- Con:No detachable cable or inline controls
- Con:Weak passive isolation for noisy settings
- Con:Average comfort and stability for long sessions
Nothing CMF Headphone Pro
The CMF Headphone Pro from Nothing is a budget-friendly over-ear wireless headphone that punches well above its price point, offering a robust feature set including hybrid ANC, LDAC support, multipoint Bluetooth, and an impressive 100-hour battery life with ANC off. Its sound is lively and well-tuned for the price, while the build and controls feel solid for the cost, though some compromises exist in water resistance and EQ customization. Overall, it's a standout value pick for anyone seeking long battery life and capable noise cancellation without spending a fortune.
- Pro:Exceptional battery life of up to 100 hours
- Pro:Effective hybrid ANC for the price
- Pro:Supports high-quality LDAC codec
- Con:Basic IPX2 water resistance only
- Con:EQ customization is limited
- Con:Not foldable for easy portability
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