Weight
- Bose QuietComfort 45
- About 240 g
- Nothing Headphone Pro
- 327 g
Headphones comparison
Bose QuietComfort 45 vs Nothing Headphone Pro
Compare sound, battery life, fit, controls and connections.
01Selected  Bose QuietComfort 45
KSh 45,000Out of Stock | 02  Nothing Headphone (1) Pro
KSh 52,000Out of Stock |
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Our quick verdict
The Nothing Headphone Pro is the stronger choice: it lasts longer between charges (up to 68 hours) and has virtual surround sound, while the Bose QuietComfort 45 is lighter on the head.
Connections
- Bose QuietComfort 45
- Bluetooth 5.1 connection
- Nothing Headphone Pro
- Bluetooth 6.1 connection
Fit
- Bose QuietComfort 45
- Cushioned over-ear earcups
- Nothing Headphone Pro
- Removable dual-layer ear cushions
Noise cancellation
- Bose QuietComfort 45
- Noise cancellation
- Nothing Headphone Pro
- Active noise cancellation
Audio
- Bose QuietComfort 45
- Adjustable EQ
- Nothing Headphone Pro
- Metropolis Studios tuning
Key differences
The main differences to help you choose.
Bose QuietComfort 45
- Lighter: about 240 g (vs 327 g).
Nothing Headphone Pro
- Longer rated battery life: up to 68 hours (vs 22 hours).
- Newer Bluetooth 6.1 (vs 5.1).
- Virtual surround sound.
- Supports spatial audio.
- LDAC hi-res Bluetooth codec support.
What matters most to you?
6 priorities selected.
| Priority | Bose QuietComfort 45 | Nothing Headphone Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Fit | Cushioned over-ear earcups | Removable dual-layer ear cushions |
| Weight | About 240 g | 327 g |
| Battery life | Up to 22 hours per charge | AAC: up to 68 hours ANC off / 30 hours ANC on |
| Two devices | Stays connected to two devices | Stays connected to two devices |
| Controls | Physical buttons for playback, calls, volume and listening modes | Roller, paddle, smart-assistant button, Flat EQ switch and Bluetooth pairing button |
| Noise cancellation | Noise cancellation for listening | Active noise cancellation |
| Connections | Bluetooth 5.1 | Bluetooth 6.1 |
| Audio | Adjustable EQ | Metropolis Studios tuning |
| Charging | 15 minutes provides up to 3 hours | 5 minutes provides up to 4 hours ANC off or 2 hours ANC on |
| Software | Works with the Bose Music app | Nothing X |
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Detailed comparison
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These products have the same published specifications.
Similarities
- Both have active noise cancellation.
- Both have an ambient mode to hear your surroundings.
- Both charge over USB-C.
- Both have built-in microphones for calls.
- Both connect over Bluetooth.
- Both have a range of up to 10 m.
In summary
For most buyers the Nothing Headphone Pro is the better buy; the Bose QuietComfort 45 makes sense if you want a lighter fit.
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