Nothing Headphone (a) B186 vs Audeze LCD-3
Nothing Headphone (a) B186
Audeze LCD-3
What Buyers Say
Nothing Headphone (a) B186
Users are overwhelmingly positive about these Nothing headphones, praising the exceptional battery life, comfortable fit, and intuitive controls like the scroll wheel. The sound quality is generally considered great for the price, though one audiophile friend rated it 5/10 and some note the noise cancellation isn't the strongest. The app's customization options and sleek design are also highlights, with minor complaints about glossy plastic showing smudges and snugness over long periods.
Pros
- Exceptional battery life
- Comfortable fit
- Intuitive controls
- Great sound for price
- Customizable app
Cons
- Glossy plastic shows smudges
- Noise cancellation not strongest
- Slightly snug over long periods
- Transparency mode could improve
Audeze LCD-3
The Audeze LCD-3 headphones are highly praised for their open, detailed sound with excellent bass and non-fatiguing highs. Users appreciate the build quality and the value of the bundle deals from Adorama, though some note the weight and soundstage limitations. Overall, it's considered a top-tier audiophile choice.
Pros
- Open and detailed sound
- Excellent bass response
- Non-fatiguing highs
- High build quality
- Great bundle value
Cons
- Heavy weight
- Soundstage could be better
- Imaging not always precise
- May lack extreme detail
Scores
Specifications
| Nothing Headphone (a) B186 | Audeze LCD-3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | open |
| Foldable | — | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.31 kg★ | 0.64 kg |
| Ear Cushion | memory foam | Leather |
| Headband | Liquid Silicone Padding | ventilated suspension headband |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | planar magnetic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 106 mm★ |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz | 10 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz | 50 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 110 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 110 dB★ | 101 dB |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | LDAC | AUDEZE LCD-3 Open-Back Over-Ear Planar Magnetic Headphones, Zebrano Rings, Leather, Black |
| Surround | Virtual Surround | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | ✗ |
| ANC Type | adaptive hybrid | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 6.35mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | 1.8899999856948853 m |
| Range | 10.100000381469727 m★ | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 135 hrs★ | — |
| Charge Time | 2 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 5 | — |
| Charging | USB-C★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Mic Count | 5★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Amazon Alexa, Google Home, Apple Home, SmartThings | — |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | ✗ |
| App | Nothing X | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | Water-Resistant | — |
Pros & Cons
Nothing Headphone (a) B186
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong battery (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong anc (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Below average affordability (25th percentile)
- Below average comfort (30th percentile)
Audeze LCD-3
- Strong sound (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong build (74th percentile)
- Below average affordability (2nd percentile)2nd %ile
- Below average comfort (7th percentile)7th %ile
- Below average mic (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average anc (33rd percentile)
Pricing
Nothing Headphone (a) B186
Audeze LCD-3
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 87 overall, wins 6 of 7 usage categories and 16 of 39 specs.
