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Nothing CMF Headphone Pro vs Razer Kaira HyperSpeed: 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.

Score breakdown

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

Nothing CMF Headphone Pro
Sound8.0
Noise cancelling8.5
Battery9.5
Calls7.5
Value9.0
Razer Kaira HyperSpeed
Sound6.5
Battery6.0
Calls5.5
Value7.0

Specifications

Specification comparison of Nothing CMF Headphone Pro vs Razer Kaira HyperSpeed
SpecNothing CMF Headphone ProRazer Kaira HyperSpeed
TypeOver-EarOver-Ear
Price (USD)$140$99
HearWiki score84 / 100 · Great68 / 100 · Good
Released20252023
Audio
Driver40mm custom nickel-plated dynamic driversRazer TriForce
Driver size40 mm50 mm
Drivers per side22
Frequency response20Hz-20kHz20Hz-20kHz
Impedance16 Ω32 Ω
Sensitivity-98 dB/mW
Wireless
Bluetooth5.45.x
Bluetooth version5.45.3
CodecsAAC, SBC, LDACSBC, AAC
Multipoint pairingYesYes
Latency120 ms-
Wireless range10 m10 m
Battery
Battery life100 h30 h
Battery life (ANC on)50 h-
Full charge time120 min-
Quick charge5 min = 8 h-
Wireless chargingNoNo
Features
Active noise cancellingYesNo
ANC typehybridnone
Transparency modeYesNo
Companion appYesNo
Custom EQYesNo
Wear detectionYesNo
Controlsbothbuttons
Voice assistant-none
Design
Weight283 g302 g
Water resistanceIPX2none
FoldableNo-
Detachable cableYes-
USB-CYesYes
Calls
Microphones51
Call noise reduction3-mic ENC architecturenone

What reviewers said

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

Razer Kaira HyperSpeed

The Razer Kaira HyperSpeed is a wireless gaming headset designed primarily for PlayStation, offering low-latency 2.4GHz connectivity and dual-device support. While it delivers decent audio quality and a comfortable fit, its sound reproduction is somewhat uneven, and the built-in microphone leaves room for improvement. Battery life is respectable only when power-hungry features like haptics and RGB are disabled, making it a serviceable but not exceptional option in its price range.

  • Pro:Low-latency wireless performance
  • Pro:Dual-device connectivity via Bluetooth
  • Pro:Solid bass response from 50mm drivers
  • Con:Inconsistent sound quality
  • Con:Mediocre microphone performance
  • Con:Battery life drops significantly with extra features

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

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