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General

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Series

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Space8Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0GR4GR5QHRead 15 October 2026Model Series: Soundcore Space Series, Generation 2nd Generation.

Model numbersiMaker identifiers for this exact model and its listed variants. Excludes sibling models and other generations.

B1862Spec databaseifixit.com/Device/Nothing_Headphone_(a)Read 15 October 2026Specifications: Model number B186. The Amazon listing also prints Model Number B186. Retailer codes such as A11300038 at LDLC are not stored.

D1402, D1402Z11, D1402Z21, D1402Z614Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d1402-space-2-comfortable-noise-cancelling-headphonesRead 15 October 2026Store variant SKUs from the product data: D1402Z61 Seafoam Green, D1402Z21 Linen White, D1402Z11 Jet Black. D1402 is the base model on the user guide and the Amazon listing.8Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0GR4GR5QHRead 15 October 2026Model Number D1402, Jet Black listing.

GTIN / EAN

6974434227446, 6974434227453, 6974434227439, 69744342275696Maker product pagede.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Store variant data on the Nothing EU store: SKU and barcode 6974434227446 White, 6974434227453 Black, 6974434227439 Pink, 6974434227569 Yellow.

194644321956, 194644321963, 1946443219704Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d1402-space-2-comfortable-noise-cancelling-headphonesRead 15 October 2026Store variant barcodes: 194644321970 Seafoam Green, 194644321963 Linen White, 194644321956 Jet Black. The Amazon UPC for the Jet Black listing is 194644321956.8Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0GR4GR5QHRead 15 October 2026UPC 194644321956 on the Jet Black listing.

AnnouncediThe maker's first announcement of this model. This is separate from first retail availability.

5 March 20264Reviewtechradar.com/audio/wireless-headphones/the-nothing-headphone-a-are-here-and-they-rock-here-are-5-things-you-need-to-know-about-themRead 15 October 2026Article published 5 March 2026 on the launch. Pre-orders opened on 5 March 2026 and sales started on 13 March 2026 for white, black and pink. The yellow edition followed from 6 April 2026 (Hardware Busters). iFixit says the newsroom announcement was on 26 February, which is a teaser date.5Press articlehwbusters.com/news/nothing-launches-affordable-headphoneRead 15 October 2026Available starting March 13 for black, white and pink and April 6 for the limited-edition yellow. Pre-orders open at launch. The article gives EUR 189 for Greece, a country price that is not stored.

1 March 20269Press articleubergizmo.com/2026/03/soundcore-space-2Read 15 October 2026Article dated 03/01/2026: unveiled at MWC 2026 in Barcelona. Cult of Mac says announced in early March.

Status

Available1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026The page sells the headphones at $199 with Add to bag.

Available4Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d1402-space-2-comfortable-noise-cancelling-headphonesRead 15 October 2026The maker US store lists the product and retailers sell it. The US store itself showed sold out when read, which is stock and not a discontinuation.

PredecessoriThe model this one directly replaced, in the same line, tier and size, as the maker or a trusted review names it.

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soundcore Space One17Reviewtomsguide.com/audio/headphones/ive-been-trying-soundcores-space-2-headphones-at-mwc-2026-and-i-dont-want-to-take-them-offRead 23 October 2026Tom's Guide calls the Space 2 the follow-up to the Space One and compares it with its predecessor's battery life.18Press articlethe-gadgeteer.com/2026/03/09/when-your-budget-headphones-outlive-your-vacationRead 23 October 2026The Gadgeteer says the Space 2 replaces the Space One in Anker's lineup.

SuccessoriThe model that directly replaced this one, in the same line, tier and size. A revision such as a Slim or OLED model does not count when a next generation exists.

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Launch price (US)iThe maker's US launch MSRP for the stated configuration, excluding tax. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

$1991Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026$199 on the Nothing US store with an Add to bag button.3Reviewtechradar.com/audio/wireless-headphones/nothing-headphone-a-reviewRead 15 October 2026Official price $199 / GBP 149 / AU$329.

$129.994Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d1402-space-2-comfortable-noise-cancelling-headphonesRead 15 October 2026Regular price $129.99 USD.9Press articleubergizmo.com/2026/03/soundcore-space-2Read 15 October 2026$129.99 in the US.

Launch price (EU)iThe maker's euro launch price for the stated configuration, including VAT as published. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

€1596Maker product pagede.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026German Nothing store lists EUR 159. Trusted Reviews and GSMArena give the same EUR 159 MSRP at launch. Tax treatment is not stated.13Reviewtrustedreviews.com/reviews/nothing-headphone-aRead 15 October 2026MSRP of GBP 149 in the UK ($199 / EUR 159).14Press articlegsmarena.com/nothing_headphone_a_unboxing-news-72043.phpRead 15 October 2026At GBP 149 / $199 / EUR 159 you're getting a lot for not a lot.

€129.999Press articleubergizmo.com/2026/03/soundcore-space-2Read 15 October 2026Retail price $129.99 in the US, GBP 129.99 in the UK and EUR 129.99 in Germany and the EU. Tax treatment is not stated.

MarketsiISO country or region codes where this exact model or variant is sold. A source page's language does not establish availability.

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ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

White, Black, Pink, Yellow1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Colour picker: White, Black, Pink, Yellow.

Jet Black, Linen White, Seafoam Green4Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d1402-space-2-comfortable-noise-cancelling-headphonesRead 15 October 2026Colour picker: Seafoam Green, Linen White, Jet Black. The store showed every colour as sold out or unavailable when read, while Amazon US and other retailers sell it.

Segment

Music1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Listed under Audio. Marketed for music listening with ANC, a tuned EQ and Hi-Res Audio. Stored as music.

Music4Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d1402-space-2-comfortable-noise-cancelling-headphonesRead 15 October 2026Maker text: noise cancelling headphones for all-day wear and travel, with Hi-Res Audio and LDAC. Stored as music.

Design

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Form factor

Over-ear2Spec databaseifixit.com/Device/Nothing_Headphone_(a)Read 15 October 2026Specifications: Type Over-ear.

Over-ear8Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0GR4GR5QHRead 15 October 2026Headphones Ear Placement: Over Ear. HeadphoneCheck lists ear coupling over-ear.

Ear cup enclosureiClosed, open or semi-open acoustic enclosure. This does not describe how the headset folds.

Closed2Spec databaseifixit.com/Device/Nothing_Headphone_(a)Read 15 October 2026Specifications: Enclosure Closed.

Closed12Reviewheadphonecheck.com/test/soundcore-space-2Read 15 October 2026Technical specifications: Type closed-back, ear coupling over-ear.14Reviewtomsguide.com/audio/headphones/soundcore-space-2-reviewRead 15 October 2026Spec table: headphone style closed back.

Wearing style

Headband8Reviewsoundguys.com/nothing-headphone-a-review-154232Read 15 October 2026Headband with a plastic friction band.

Headband10Measurementsoundguys.com/anker-soundcore-space-2-review-all-day-comfort-all-week-battery-156308Read 15 October 2026Over-ear headband with plush memory foam padding on the headband and ear cups.

FoldingiFlat means the ear cups rotate flat. Inward means the ear cups fold toward the headband.

None9Measurementsoundguys.com/product/nothing-headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Spec list: Foldable No. Which? also lists Headphones fold: No.10Reviewwhich.co.uk/reviews/headphones/nothing-headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Public spec list: Headphones fold No. The rest of the review is paywalled and was not used.

Flat and inward10Measurementsoundguys.com/anker-soundcore-space-2-review-all-day-comfort-all-week-battery-156308Read 15 October 2026The headphones swivel flat and fold up compactly.12Reviewheadphonecheck.com/test/soundcore-space-2Read 15 October 2026The foldable Space 2 can be folded flat.13Reviewthumbculture.co.uk/soundcore-space-2-headset-reviewRead 15 October 2026The ear cups rotate completely flat and fold inward.

Swivelling ear cupsiEar cups can rotate relative to the headband. Tilting alone does not count.

Yes16Reviewheadphonecheck.com/test/nothing-headphone-aRead 15 October 2026The rectangular earcups can both tilt and swivel.

Yes10Measurementsoundguys.com/anker-soundcore-space-2-review-all-day-comfort-all-week-battery-156308Read 15 October 2026The headphones swivel flat.13Reviewthumbculture.co.uk/soundcore-space-2-headset-reviewRead 15 October 2026The ear cups rotate completely flat.

RGB lighting

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Lighting zonesiNumber of independently controllable lighting areas across both ear cups.

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Drivers and sound

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Driver type

Dynamic1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Page text: a 40 mm titanium-coated diaphragm with a next-gen magnet and voice-coil system. HeadphoneCheck calls them 40 mm dynamic drivers.16Reviewheadphonecheck.com/test/nothing-headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Custom-developed 40 mm dynamic drivers. Technical specifications: transducer principle dynamic.

Dynamic8Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0GR4GR5QHRead 15 October 2026Audio Driver Type: Dynamic Driver. HeadphoneCheck and SoundGuys also list a dynamic driver.12Reviewheadphonecheck.com/test/soundcore-space-2Read 15 October 2026Technical specifications: Transducer principle dynamic.

Driver sizeiDiameter of the largest sound driver. Do not use the microphone capsule diameter.

40mm1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Spec table, Sound: Drivers 40 mm.

40mm4Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d1402-space-2-comfortable-noise-cancelling-headphonesRead 15 October 2026Page text: 40mm double-layer diaphragm drivers.5Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000034457/en_US/000034457.pdfRead 15 October 2026SPECS: Driver Size 40 mm.

Drivers per sideiNumber of sound-producing transducers in one side, excluding microphones.

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111Measurementsoundguys.com/product/soundcore-space-2Read 15 October 2026Specification list: Driver Count 1.

Diaphragm material

PEN+PU dome, titanium-coated1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Spec table, Diaphragm: Dome material PEN+PU, Coating titanium-coated.

Double-layer silk and metal-ceramic diaphragm4Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d1402-space-2-comfortable-noise-cancelling-headphonesRead 15 October 2026Page text: double-layer diaphragm. Cult of Mac, SoundGuys and Ubergizmo name it a silk diaphragm with metal-ceramic material.15Reviewcultofmac.comRead 15 October 2026Double-layer diaphragm drivers combining a silk diaphragm with metal ceramic material.

Magnet

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Frequency response (wired or passive)iPublished acoustic range for wired listening, or the maker’s single range when no mode is distinguished. Power state and test standard belong in the source note.

Min20 HzMax40 kHz1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Spec table, Sound: RF 20 Hz - 40,000 Hz. The row label is RF and no power state or test standard is given. Expert Reviews and iFixit repeat 20 Hz to 40 kHz.

Min20 HzMax40 kHz5Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000034457/en_US/000034457.pdfRead 15 October 2026SPECS: Frequency Response 20 Hz - 40 kHz. No power state or test standard is given. The 40 kHz end applies to LDAC at best, and no source separates wired from wireless.

Wireless audio transmission bandiFrequency range of audio transmitted over the wireless connection, not the acoustic response of the driver. Codec, sampling rate and bitrate conditions belong in the source note. When the maker gives a range per codec, the widest range is stored and its codec goes in the source note.

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Impedance (passive when specified)iUse the headset-off value for a passive analog connection when the maker publishes both powered and passive values. Note the power state and test frequency.

16Ω17Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0G6L57FHVRead 15 October 2026Listing attribute: Impedance 16 ohm. The maker table has no impedance row. The listing also prints Model Number B186 and a 1 year manufacturer warranty. The power state is not stated. The listing title says 5 HD mics, which the maker does not support.

16Ω5Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000034457/en_US/000034457.pdfRead 15 October 2026SPECS: Impedance 16 ohm +/- 15%. No power state is given.

Sensitivity (passive when specified)iUse the headset-off figure when both powered and passive values exist. The power or voltage reference, test distance and frequency belong in the source note.

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Sensitivity referenceiPublished power or voltage reference for sensitivity. Do not assume 1 mW when the source gives only a dB value.

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THD (claimed)iPublished distortion figure or numerical upper bound. The source note states any less-than sign and test level.

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Max input power

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Max digital audio sample rateiHighest supported digital audio sample rate over a USB cable or wireless dongle. This is not the microphone rate or acoustic frequency response.

96kHz16Reviewheadphonecheck.com/test/nothing-headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Over USB-C under macOS the headphones are recognised automatically and support up to 24-bit/96 kHz. This is the reviewer's observation and the maker prints 24-bit/96 kHz only for LDAC.

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Max digital audio bit depthiHighest published digital playback bit depth over a USB cable or wireless dongle.

24bits16Reviewheadphonecheck.com/test/nothing-headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Over USB-C under macOS the headphones support up to 24-bit/96 kHz.

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DAC

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Personalised soundiA manufacturer-supported hearing test or ear scan creates a device sound profile tailored to the listener. Generic equalizer adjustments do not count.

No16Reviewheadphonecheck.com/test/nothing-headphone-aRead 15 October 2026A personalised sound profile feature is missing compared to the Headphone (1).

Yes10Measurementsoundguys.com/anker-soundcore-space-2-review-all-day-comfort-all-week-battery-156308Read 15 October 2026HearID Sound builds a personalised EQ from a hearing test and a preference test.14Reviewtomsguide.com/audio/headphones/soundcore-space-2-reviewRead 15 October 2026HearID personalised EQ is a gamified hearing test that builds an EQ.15Reviewcultofmac.comRead 15 October 2026HearID 3.0 hearing test builds a personalized EQ.

Onboard EQiCustom playback EQ profiles stored in the headset and applied without the host app running. Note supported active connections. Receiver-only or software-only EQ does not count.

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Custom EQ bandsiNumber of bands in the custom playback equalizer. Microphone EQ bands are excluded.

81Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Nothing X: advanced 8-band equaliser.

810Measurementsoundguys.com/anker-soundcore-space-2-review-all-day-comfort-all-week-battery-156308Read 15 October 2026A custom 8-band EQ.12Reviewheadphonecheck.com/test/soundcore-space-2Read 15 October 2026An eight-band EQ that can be saved as presets.16Reviewwhathifi.com/headphones/soundcore-space-2Read 15 October 2026Eight-band equaliser in the Soundcore app.

EQ presets

Balanced, More Bass, More Treble, Voice13Reviewtrustedreviews.com/reviews/nothing-headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Four default EQ settings. The names come from the Nothing support article on equalisers for the Headphone (a): Balanced, More Bass, More Treble and Voice, plus Custom and Advanced modes.15Maker product pagesupport.nothing.tech/hc/en-us/articles/44186010442001-How-many-equalisers-does-Nothing-Headphone-a-offerRead 15 October 2026Four preset EQ modes, Balanced, More Bass, More Treble and Voice, with Custom and Advanced modes. The page is behind a bot check, so the wording was read through search result text.

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Volume limit

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Spatial audio

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Spatial audio supportiNamed headset or host spatial-audio systems that the maker or reviewer explicitly supports. A platform feature may require compatible hardware, software or a separate licence.

Static Spatial Audio: Cinema mode, Static Spatial Audio: Concert mode1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Nothing X: Static Spatial Audio modes inspired by live concerts and cinematic moments. SoundGuys and TechRadar name the two modes Cinema and Concert.3Reviewtechradar.com/audio/wireless-headphones/nothing-headphone-a-reviewRead 15 October 2026Spatial audio with Concert and Cinema modes, processed by Nothing, with no head tracking or Dolby Atmos.

3D Audio3Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/soundcore-Space-2-Setup-and-Basic-Operations-GuideRead 15 October 2026Features: 3D Audio enhances stereo and spatial effects, and cannot be used together with LDAC. SoundGuys and HeadphoneCheck call it 3D Sound.10Measurementsoundguys.com/anker-soundcore-space-2-review-all-day-comfort-all-week-battery-156308Read 15 October 2026A 3D Sound toggle for spatial audio.

Spatial audio licence includediA paid spatial-audio licence is bundled or embedded. Compatibility with a separately purchased app does not count.

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Head tracking

No1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026TechRadar says there is no head tracking or Dolby Atmos. The maker page lists none.3Reviewtechradar.com/audio/wireless-headphones/nothing-headphone-a-reviewRead 15 October 2026You do not get head tracking or Dolby Atmos here.

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Noise cancelling

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Active noise cancelling

Yes1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Spec table, Noise Cancellation: Type ADAPTIVE ANC.

Yes4Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d1402-space-2-comfortable-noise-cancelling-headphonesRead 15 October 2026Page text: 4-stage low-frequency noise cancelling system.

ANC typeiFeedforward uses outside microphones. Feedback uses inside microphones. Hybrid uses both. Voice-call noise filtering is separate.

Hybrid1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Spec table: 2mic Hybrid ANC (single side). Page text: dual feedforward and feedback microphones.16Reviewheadphonecheck.com/test/nothing-headphone-aRead 15 October 2026The hybrid noise cancelling is effective in the low-frequency range.

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ANC microphonesiTotal microphones used for active playback noise cancellation across both sides. Do not substitute the total physical or voice microphone count.

41Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Spec table: Total 4 mics and 2mic Hybrid ANC (single side). Read as two ANC microphones on each earcup, as on the Headphone (1) Pro table where 5 per side makes 10 in total. Expert Reviews reads it as ANC on one side only.

48Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0GR4GR5QHRead 15 October 2026Product description: 2 noise-detecting microphones on each side.

Adaptive ANCiNoise cancellation automatically changes with the environment or fit. Manually choosing a level does not count.

Yes1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Spec table: Type ADAPTIVE ANC.

Yes9Press articleubergizmo.com/2026/03/soundcore-space-2Read 15 October 2026The 4-stage noise cancelling is designed to adjust automatically to environments such as jet engines, buses and offices. SoundGuys calls it adaptive four-stage ANC and HeadphoneCheck says the adaptive ANC activates automatically.

ANC levelsiNumber of adjustable cancellation strength steps. Off and transparency modes are excluded.

31Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Page text: three levels of Active Noise Cancellation. Expert Reviews names Low, Mid and High plus an Adaptive setting.12Reviewexpertreviews.co.uk/technology/headphones-audio/nothing-headphone-a-reviewRead 15 October 2026Three levels, Low, Mid and High, plus an Adaptive setting.16Reviewheadphonecheck.com/test/nothing-headphone-aRead 15 October 2026The app has a three-level ANC mode (Low, Medium, High) and an adaptive option.

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ANC attenuation (claimed)

40dB1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Spec table: Depth up to 40 dB at 2000 Hz. Footnote 1: the 40 dB is a theoretical maximum from the Nothing laboratory and actual cancellation varies.

37dB6Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/soundcore-Space-2-Specs-Features-and-CompatibilityRead 15 October 2026Specification: noise cancellation depth -37 dB (tested in Anker laboratory). The frequency is not stated. Stored as 37 dB of attenuation.

Transparency mode

Yes1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Spec table, Features: Transparency mode.

Yes5Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000034457/en_US/000034457.pdfRead 15 October 2026Transparency page: switch to transparency mode with the NC button.

Adjustable transparency

No16Reviewheadphonecheck.com/test/nothing-headphone-aRead 15 October 2026The transparency mode offers no adjustable settings.

No12Reviewheadphonecheck.com/test/soundcore-space-2Read 15 October 2026The review wishes for a transparency mode with two or three adjustable intensity levels, so none exists.

Conversation detectioniAudio pauses or lowers automatically when the wearer speaks. Voice assistant activation does not count.

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No12Reviewheadphonecheck.com/test/soundcore-space-2Read 15 October 2026The Easy Chat function is exclusive to the Space One.

Wind noise reduction

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Measured

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Frequency response notesiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

Against the SoundGuys house curve the response sits about 4 to 5 dB above it in the sub-bass, dips to about 7.5 dB below it near 250 Hz and rises to about 7 dB above it near 3 kHz. The treble stays above the curve to 10 kHz and rolls off above 12.5 kHz.9Measurementsoundguys.com/product/nothing-headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Lab chart, SoundGuys Headphone Preference Curve: about +3.7 to +5.1 dB from 20 Hz to 100 Hz, +2.5 dB at 125 Hz, -7.5 dB at 250 Hz, -0.1 dB at 1 kHz, +6.8 dB at 3.15 kHz, +4.0 to +4.9 dB at 5 to 6.3 kHz, +1.5 dB at 10 kHz, -6.4 dB at 16 kHz and -20.9 dB at 20 kHz. The SoundGuys target is its own house curve and the test rig is not named. iFixit describes a bass-forward signature with a dip near 200 Hz.

Against the SoundGuys house curve the response is about 3 to 4 dB above it in the sub-bass below 50 Hz, dips to about 6 dB below it near 125 Hz, peaks at about 6.5 dB near 1.6 kHz and about 8 dB near 8 kHz, and rolls off above 10 kHz. SoundGuys calls the default tuning boxy and says it changes with ANC off.11Measurementsoundguys.com/product/soundcore-space-2Read 15 October 2026Lab chart against the SoundGuys Headphone Preference Curve: +3.9 dB at 20 Hz, +2.6 dB at 50 Hz, -6.3 dB at 125 Hz, 0.1 dB at 1 kHz, +6.5 dB at 1.6 kHz, +5.4 dB at 3.15 kHz, +5.9 dB at 5 kHz, +7.9 dB at 8 kHz, -3.5 dB at 10 kHz and -16.3 dB at 16 kHz. The SoundGuys target is its own house curve and the test rig is not named.

Bass amountiReviewer’s bass deviation from its stated target. Positive is more bass. Target and test method belong in the source note.

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Treble amountiReviewer’s treble deviation from its stated target. Positive is more treble. Target and test method belong in the source note.

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Deviation from targetiReviewer’s full-range error from its target curve. Do not substitute a regional bass or treble error.

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Consistency between fittingsiReviewer’s standard deviation across repeated fittings. Test rig and fitting procedure belong in the source note.

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Harmonic distortioniIndependently measured harmonic distortion, with test level and method in the source note.

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Sound leakageiIndependently measured leakage at 30 cm. Playback level and method belong in the source note.

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Measured noise isolationiIndependently measured attenuation. Positive values mean more noise reduction. ANC state, rig and frequency bands belong in the source note.

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Noise isolation (measured, best)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Passive isolation (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Mic quality notesiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

On a phone call the voice was audible and intelligible but a little muffled, and traffic noise was fully silenced.11Reviewtomsguide.com/audio/headphones/nothing-headphone-a-reviewRead 15 October 2026Call quality section: the callee found the voice audible and intelligible but a little muffled, and traffic noise around the caller was completely silent. This is a phone-call listening test and not a lab measurement.

In ideal conditions the voice sounds clear and natural. Noise rejection is very good in office and street conditions. In wind the voice is a little muffled but understandable.10Measurementsoundguys.com/anker-soundcore-space-2-review-all-day-comfort-all-week-battery-156308Read 15 October 2026Microphone demos in ideal, office, street, windy and reverberant conditions. The review says the three-mic array works well and wind is the weak spot.

Mic low-frequency extensioniMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Mic high-frequency extensioniMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Mic speech-to-noise ratioiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Measured latencyiEnd-to-end latency measured by a reviewer for a specific connection, platform and codec. Firmware, method and operating mode belong in the source note.

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Bluetooth latency (measured, worst)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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2.4 GHz latency (measured, worst)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Measured battery lifeiReviewer’s continuous playback test. State the connection, ANC and lighting where known. Unknown settings stay omitted and are described in the source note.

ANothing Headphone (a)

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Bsoundcore Space 2

Connection	ANC	Hours (h)
Bluetooth	Yes	53.35

Source10Measurementsoundguys.com/anker-soundcore-space-2-review-all-day-comfort-all-week-battery-156308Read 15 October 2026In the SoundGuys standardized battery test the headphones lasted 53 hours 21 minutes with ANC on, stored as 53.35 hours. Codec, volume and test signal are not stated in the review. The review header says battery is not measured, which contradicts the body text.

Battery life (measured, max)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Clamping forceiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Weight (measured)iIndependently weighed headset. A review that repeats the maker’s number does not qualify. Cable and microphone inclusion belong in the source note.

311g(11 oz)16Reviewheadphonecheck.com/test/nothing-headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Technical specifications: Weight without cable 311 g and with cable 328 g. Which? also lists 311 g. The maker states 310 g. The cable inclusion matches the maker basis because the headphones have a detachable cable.

263g(9.3 oz)12Reviewheadphonecheck.com/test/soundcore-space-2Read 15 October 2026Technical specifications: Weight without cable 263 g and with cable 271 g. The maker figures are 264 g and 261 g.

Microphone

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MicrophoneiMain microphone used for speech. Secondary internal microphones may be described in the source note.

Built-in1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Built-in microphones for calls. No boom microphone appears in the box list or spec table.

Built-in10Measurementsoundguys.com/anker-soundcore-space-2-review-all-day-comfort-all-week-battery-156308Read 15 October 2026The three microphones are built into the ear cups. The review and the box list no boom microphone.

Microphone element

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Microphone pickup patterniUse the maker’s exact named pattern. Unidirectional does not establish whether the capsule is cardioid, supercardioid or hypercardioid.

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Voice microphonesiTotal microphones used for voice pickup or beamforming across both sides. ANC-only microphones are excluded.

31Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Spec table: 3 MIC ALGORITHM FOR CALLS. Page text: three microphones for Clear Voice Technology.

310Measurementsoundguys.com/anker-soundcore-space-2-review-all-day-comfort-all-week-battery-156308Read 15 October 2026Three-mic array with an AI noise-reduction algorithm for calls.13Reviewthumbculture.co.uk/soundcore-space-2-headset-reviewRead 15 October 2026A 3-microphone array.

Total microphonesiEvery physical microphone across the headset, including call, ANC and calibration microphones. Shared microphones count once. Excludes microphones in charging cases or receivers, and vibration sensors. Use an explicitly published physical total, never a sum of overlapping role counts.

41Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Spec table: Total 4 mics. The Amazon listing title says 5 HD mics, which the maker table does not support.

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Mic frequency responseiAcoustic microphone response, not its digital sampling rate. Connection-specific ranges belong in the source note.

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Mic sensitivityiPublished microphone sensitivity. Reference such as dBV/Pa or dBFS, frequency and distance belong in the source note.

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Mic signal-to-noiseiPublished microphone signal-to-noise ratio. Minimum or typical conditions belong in the source note.

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Mic sample rateiExplicitly published digital microphone capture or speech sampling rate. State the audio route in the source note, or say it is unpublished. Internal capture does not prove the effective rate on every connection. Acoustic bandwidth, playback rate and generic microphone-chip capability do not qualify.

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Mic noise reductioniProcessing that removes noise from transmitted speech. Playback ANC and a directional microphone alone do not count.

AI1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026AI-powered Clear Voice Technology trained on over 28 million real-world scenarios for calls.

AI9Press articleubergizmo.com/2026/03/soundcore-space-2Read 15 October 2026A three-microphone array paired with AI noise reduction.

Flip to mute

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Mute button

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Mute indicatoriPublished indication of microphone mute. mechanical_marker is a visible physical marker showing the microphone's mute-switch position. LED options require an electronic light. The in-line controller option is for a mute light on a cable remote.

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Sidetone

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Adjustable sidetone

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Foam microphone windscreeniA foam cover for the voice microphone. An internal metal mesh pop filter does not count.

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Connectivity

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Audio connectionsiConnections that carry playback audio. Charging or firmware USB alone does not count as USB audio.

Bluetooth, Analog, USB1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Page text: LDAC over Bluetooth, and a USB-C or 3.5 mm connection. The box has a USB-C cable for charging and USB audio and a 3.5 mm cable.

Bluetooth, Analog5Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000034457/en_US/000034457.pdfRead 15 October 2026Wired listening: 3.5 mm AUX cable. Bluetooth turns off in wired mode. The USB-C port is for charging.

Analog source plugsiAnalog plug(s) supplied for the source device, including adapters. The headset-side jack is listed separately.

3.5 mm TRS2Spec databaseifixit.com/Device/Nothing_Headphone_(a)Read 15 October 2026Specifications, Interface: Line-in 3.5 mm stereo.

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Cable connector on headsetiConnection used by the playback cable at the headset. A fixed cable is not replaceable through a headset jack.

3.5 mm1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Page text: connect with a USB-C or 3.5 mm jack. TechRadar and Expert Reviews describe a 3.5 mm jack on the right earcup.

3.5 mm5Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000034457/en_US/000034457.pdfRead 15 October 2026Overview item 5: 3.5 mm Audio Input on the headphones. Amazon lists the cable as detachable.

Longest included cableiLength of the longest supplied cable, including charging and dongle cables. Individual cable lengths are listed in Cables included.

1.2m1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026In the box: 3.5 mm audio cable 1.2 m and USB-C cable 1.2 m.

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Headset USB plug or portiUSB plug or port on the headset or its included wired audio adapter. A charging-only USB port can appear here.

USB-C1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026In the box: USB-C cable (1.2M) for charging and USB audio.

USB-C5Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000034457/en_US/000034457.pdfRead 15 October 2026Overview item 4: USB-C Charging Port. It is charging only.

Audio over USB-C cableiPlayback through a USB-C cable or included wired USB-C audio adapter. A charging-only USB-C port does not count.

Yes1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026In the box: USB-C cable (1.2M) (charging & USB Audio). TechRadar listened over USB-C in Hi-Res Audio.

No10Measurementsoundguys.com/anker-soundcore-space-2-review-all-day-comfort-all-week-battery-156308Read 15 October 2026The Space 2 does not support USB-C audio. The USB-C port is for charging only.16Reviewwhathifi.com/headphones/soundcore-space-2Read 15 October 2026No direct support for USB-C audio. The review lists Bluetooth 6.0, which the maker manual contradicts.

Passive wired listeningiAnalog playback works with the headset powered off or its battery empty. An active analog converter that needs headset power does not count.

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Yes1Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/How-do-I-connect-my-soundcore-Space-2-using-the-AUX-cableRead 15 October 2026The maker AUX article says to keep the headphones off while connecting the cable, then hold the power button for 2 seconds so the default EQ applies. The headphones power off when the cable is removed. It does not say whether sound plays with a flat battery. HeadphoneCheck and Cult of Mac say it does, so passive listening is stored as true.10Measurementsoundguys.com/anker-soundcore-space-2-review-all-day-comfort-all-week-battery-156308Read 15 October 2026Not stated in this review. The value comes from HeadphoneCheck and Cult of Mac.12Reviewheadphonecheck.com/test/soundcore-space-2Read 15 October 2026The 3.5 mm input works both passively with a depleted battery and actively with noise cancellation and transparency available.15Reviewcultofmac.comRead 15 October 2026The wired option makes the headphones practical when the battery is completely flat.

Wireless receiveriDedicated wireless audio receiver or dongle. A wired USB sound card does not count.

None1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Bluetooth only. The box lists no receiver or dongle.

None5Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000034457/en_US/000034457.pdfRead 15 October 2026Bluetooth only. The box has no receiver.

Wireless receiver connectoriPhysical USB connector on the receiver. Supplied extension cables and adapters are explained in the source note. Both means two native connector types.

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Wireless range (claimed)iMaker’s advertised wireless range. Connection and indoor or outdoor conditions belong in the source note. Measured distance is not stored here.

10m1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Spec table, Connectivity: Connection range 10 M.

15m5Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000034457/en_US/000034457.pdfRead 15 October 2026SPECS: Bluetooth Range 49 ft (15 m).

Bluetooth

5.41Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Spec table: Bluetooth version 5.4.

6.15Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000034457/en_US/000034457.pdfRead 15 October 2026SPECS: Bluetooth Version 6.1. What Hi-Fi prints 6.0, which does not match the maker.

Bluetooth codecsiNamed Bluetooth audio codecs supported by this exact model. Host, firmware and operating-mode restrictions belong in the source note.

AAC, SBC, LDAC1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Spec table: Codecs AAC, SBC, LDAC.

SBC, AAC, LDAC4Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d1402-space-2-comfortable-noise-cancelling-headphonesRead 15 October 2026Page text: LDAC in wireless mode. SBC and AAC come from the support article.5Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000034457/en_US/000034457.pdfRead 15 October 2026LDAC page: LDAC needs Android 8.0 or later and is enabled in the soundcore app. SBC and AAC come from the support article.6Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/soundcore-Space-2-Specs-Features-and-CompatibilityRead 15 October 2026What audio codecs are supported? SBC, AAC and LDAC.

LE AudioiLE Audio playback support. Bluetooth Low Energy for app control alone does not count.

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AuracastiAuracast broadcast audio support. Required phone, firmware and app conditions belong in the source note.

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No10Measurementsoundguys.com/anker-soundcore-space-2-review-all-day-comfort-all-week-battery-156308Read 15 October 2026They do not support Auracast.15Reviewcultofmac.comRead 15 October 2026Space 2 does not support Auracast.

Bluetooth multipointiCan remain connected to multiple Bluetooth source devices at once. Mixing Bluetooth with a proprietary dongle is a separate field. A maker's dual connection to two Bluetooth devices at once counts.

Yes1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Spec table: Dual connection YES. SoundGuys says it is not true multipoint but two devices stay connected and swap streams. Dual connection is off by default and is switched on in Nothing X.8Reviewsoundguys.com/nothing-headphone-a-review-154232Read 15 October 2026Dual connection: two devices on the connections list swap audio streams at the same time, no true multipoint.

Yes3Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/soundcore-Space-2-Setup-and-Basic-Operations-GuideRead 15 October 2026Dual device connection is enabled by default and can be switched off in the soundcore app. Audio switches between devices manually or automatically.5Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000034457/en_US/000034457.pdfRead 15 October 2026Dual connections: enabled by default, and LDAC remains available with two devices connected.14Reviewtomsguide.com/audio/headphones/soundcore-space-2-reviewRead 15 October 2026Multipoint connectivity works with the phone and laptop and switches automatically.

Multipoint devicesiNumber of Bluetooth source devices connected at once, not the number remembered for later pairing.

21Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Dual connection: two devices.

25Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000034457/en_US/000034457.pdfRead 15 October 2026Dual Connections: two devices at once.

Paired devices remembered

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Mixes 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth audioiPlays both wireless audio streams at the same time. Automatic switching or Bluetooth standby does not count.

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Fast pairing

Google Fast Pair, Microsoft Swift Pair1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Spec table, Tech Integrations: Google Fast Pair and Microsoft Swift Pair.

Google Fast Pair5Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000034457/en_US/000034457.pdfRead 15 October 2026Powering on and pairing: Google Fast Pairing for Android 6.0 and above, which may be unavailable in some regions.

Base station

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Latency

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Low latency modeiA selectable mode intended to reduce audio delay. A low-latency connection without a distinct mode does not count.

Yes1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Spec table: Low lag mode. TechRadar finds a low-lag mode for gaming in the app.3Reviewtechradar.com/audio/wireless-headphones/nothing-headphone-a-reviewRead 15 October 2026The app has a low-lag mode for gaming.

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Claimed latencyiMaker’s claimed delay for the stated connection and mode. Minimum claims and host restrictions belong in the source note.

ANothing Headphone (a)

Connection	Mode	Latency (ms)
Bluetooth	Game Mode on Nothing phones	120

Source1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Footnote 3: latency can be as low as 120 ms when paired with Nothing phones with Game Mode on. This is a minimum claim for Nothing phones only.

Bsoundcore Space 2

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Compatibility

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Compatible platformsiPlatforms with a documented audio path. This does not imply every connection or microphone function works. Platform editions must be checked individually.

Android, iOS, Windows1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Page text: dual-device connections on Android, Windows and iOS. Spec table: Android 5.1 and above, iOS 13 and above.

Android, iOS10Measurementsoundguys.com/anker-soundcore-space-2-review-all-day-comfort-all-week-battery-156308Read 15 October 2026Soundcore app on iOS and Android. Google Fast Pair on Android 6.0 and above. LDAC needs Android. Other hosts work over Bluetooth or the 3.5 mm cable but are not documented.

Connection per platformiOnly explicitly documented playback paths for the exact model. Microphone support is separate. Leave unknown microphone support omitted. An Xbox and a PlayStation edition of one headset can connect differently, so it is per variant.

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Official licence

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Battery and charging

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Battery capacityiRated capacity of one headset battery. Do not use case, receiver or total multi-battery capacity.

1,060mAh1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Spec table, Battery: 1060 mAh rechargeable lithium-ion.

750mAh5Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000034457/en_US/000034457.pdfRead 15 October 2026SPECS: Battery Capacity 750 mAh x 1. Input 5V 0.75A.

Swappable batteryiBattery can be exchanged by the user as part of normal operation. Service or recycling disassembly does not count.

No2Spec databaseifixit.com/Device/Nothing_Headphone_(a)Read 15 October 2026Specifications, Battery: User-replaceable No.

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Batteries includediNumber of headset batteries supplied, including the one already installed.

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Claimed battery lifeiMaker’s maximum playback time per stated connection, codec, ANC, spatial audio and lighting settings. Name the spatial processing mode and other conditions in the source note. Unknown settings stay omitted.

ANothing Headphone (a)

Connection	ANC	Codec	Hours (h)
Bluetooth	No	AAC	135
Bluetooth	Yes	AAC	75
Bluetooth	No	LDAC	90
Bluetooth	Yes	LDAC	62

Source1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Spec table, Playback: AAC ANC off up to 135 h, ANC on up to 75 h, LDAC ANC off up to 90 h, ANC on up to 62 h. Footnote 2: the 135 h figure is at 50% volume, AAC, default settings and 25 C from the Nothing laboratory. Expert Reviews prints 60 h for LDAC with ANC and iFixit prints 62 h, so the maker table is followed. The table also gives talk time of 72 h ANC off and 50 h ANC on, which has no field.

Bsoundcore Space 2

Connection	ANC	Codec	Hours (h)
Bluetooth	Yes	Not available	50
Bluetooth	No	Not available	70
Bluetooth	Yes	LDAC	40
Bluetooth	No	LDAC	45

Source4Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d1402-space-2-comfortable-noise-cancelling-headphonesRead 15 October 2026Page text: up to 50 hours with ANC on or 70 hours with ANC off.5Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000034457/en_US/000034457.pdfRead 15 October 2026SPECS Playtime: ANC On 50 hours, ANC Off 70 hours, LDAC + ANC On 40 hours, LDAC + ANC Off 45 hours. The support article says the figures are tested on an iPhone at 50% volume with wearing detection off, and that 3D audio effects and EQ switching reduce playtime.6Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/soundcore-Space-2-Specs-Features-and-CompatibilityRead 15 October 2026Battery FAQ: ANC mode 50H, ANC mode + LDAC 40H, Normal mode 70H, tested on an iPhone at 50% volume with wearing detection off. With wearing detection on the figures are 5 hours lower. The manual's LDAC with ANC off figure (45 h) is not in the FAQ.

Battery life (claimed, max)

135h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

70h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

Battery life with ANC (claimed)

75h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

50h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

Battery life without ANC (claimed)

135h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

70h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

Charging port

USB-C1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Spec table: Type-C wired charging.

USB-C5Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000034457/en_US/000034457.pdfRead 15 October 2026Charging: use the included USB-C charging cable.

Full charge timeiPublished time to fully charge a depleted headset. In-use charging can take longer.

120min1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Spec table, Charging: Type-C wired charging to full 2 hours.

120min5Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000034457/en_US/000034457.pdfRead 15 October 2026SPECS: Charging Time approx. 2 hr. Charging page: a full charge takes about 2 hours. HeadphoneCheck measured 95 minutes.

Quick charge timeiCharge duration in the maker’s quick-charge claim. Read together with Quick charge playback.

5min1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Spec table, Fast charging: 5 min charge.

5min4Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d1402-space-2-comfortable-noise-cancelling-headphonesRead 15 October 2026Page text: 4 hours of listening from a 5-minute charge.5Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000034457/en_US/000034457.pdfRead 15 October 2026Charging: a 5-minute quick charge provides up to 4 hours of wireless playtime.

Quick charge playbackiPlayback gained from Quick charge time. Charger power, codec, volume and ANC conditions belong in the source note.

8h1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Spec table: 5 min charge gives 8 hours with ANC off and 5 hours with ANC on. Footnote 2: ANC off, 50% volume, AAC, default settings, 25 C. The ANC-off figure is stored.

4h4Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d1402-space-2-comfortable-noise-cancelling-headphonesRead 15 October 2026Page text: 4 hours from a 5-minute charge. The support article says this is wireless playtime.5Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000034457/en_US/000034457.pdfRead 15 October 2026Charging: 5 min = 4 hr playback.

Use while charging

Yes13Reviewtrustedreviews.com/reviews/nothing-headphone-aRead 15 October 2026A full charge from flat takes 2 hours, but you can charge them while you're listening.

No5Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000034457/en_US/000034457.pdfRead 15 October 2026Charging: do not use the headphones while charging.

Charging dock or stand

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Controls

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Controls

Volume wheel, Buttons, Slider1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Spec table, Controls: Roller for volume and play, Paddle for tracks, Button, and an On/Off switch. The Paddle and Button are stored as buttons, the Roller as a volume wheel and the switch as a slider.

Buttons5Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000034457/en_US/000034457.pdfRead 15 October 2026Button controls: NC button, power button, volume up and down, multi-function button. All physical buttons.

Volume control

Wheel1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Roller: roll right or left for volume up or down.

Buttons5Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000034457/en_US/000034457.pdfRead 15 October 2026Button controls: volume up and volume down press once.

Game and chat mixiBalances separate game and chat audio streams. Mixing Bluetooth and dongle source volume alone does not count. Supported platforms belong in the source note.

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Remappable controlsiOn-device button, touch or dial functions can be reassigned. Changing EQ alone does not count.

Yes1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Footnote 5: Nothing Headphone (a) allows customisable controls. The Button functions are set in Nothing X.

Yes3Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/soundcore-Space-2-Setup-and-Basic-Operations-GuideRead 15 October 2026The multi-function button long press can be set to the phone voice assistant, Anka, AI Translation or Nap Mode. Only one function at a time.5Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000034457/en_US/000034457.pdfRead 15 October 2026The multi-function button long press can be set to Voice Assistant, Anka, AI Translation or Nap Mode in the app.

Wear detection

No3Reviewtechradar.com/audio/wireless-headphones/nothing-headphone-a-reviewRead 15 October 2026No auto-pause feature (wearer detection).12Reviewexpertreviews.co.uk/technology/headphones-audio/nothing-headphone-a-reviewRead 15 October 2026The (1) have wear detection and the (a) do not.

Yes5Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000034457/en_US/000034457.pdfRead 15 October 2026Wearing detection page: music pauses when the headphones come off and resumes when worn. It is off by default and works only over Bluetooth.10Measurementsoundguys.com/anker-soundcore-space-2-review-all-day-comfort-all-week-battery-156308Read 15 October 2026A wearing detection sensor sits in the left ear cup. It is off by default.14Reviewtomsguide.com/audio/headphones/soundcore-space-2-reviewRead 15 October 2026Wear detection needs calibration in the app.

Voice assistant

ChatGPT1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Spec table: the Button can start ChatGPT. Footnote 7 says the default on iOS and Android is an AI smart assistant.

Voice Assistant, Anka3Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/soundcore-Space-2-Setup-and-Basic-Operations-GuideRead 15 October 2026The long-press function can start the phone's native voice assistant or the Anka voice assistant.5Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000034457/en_US/000034457.pdfRead 15 October 2026Button controls: Activate Voice Assistant / Anka / AI Translation / Nap Mode.

Comfort and build

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Headband type

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Padded14Reviewtomsguide.com/audio/headphones/soundcore-space-2-reviewRead 15 October 2026Padded headband that did not feel heavy.

Headband material

Liquid silicone1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Page text: form-fitting headband made of liquid silicone.

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Frame material

Flexible steel arms with metal injection molded hinges and a glass-fibre reinforced nylon slider1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Page text: flexible steel arms, Metal Injection Molding hinges and a sliding component of 55% glass fibre reinforced nylon. Trusted Reviews says the housings are plastic with steel hinges.

Plastic with a metal headband frame10Measurementsoundguys.com/anker-soundcore-space-2-review-all-day-comfort-all-week-battery-156308Read 15 October 2026The build is primarily plastic with a metal frame underneath.

Ear cup material

Plastic13Reviewtrustedreviews.com/reviews/nothing-headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Housings are all plastic apart from steel hinges. SoundGuys also calls the chassis mainly plastic.

ABS and polycarbonate8Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0GR4GR5QHRead 15 October 2026Additional details: Enclosure Material ABS and polycarbonate.

Ear pad material

Memory foam with leatherette1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Page text: memory foam ear cups. Trusted Reviews says the cushions are covered with leatherette over memory foam.13Reviewtrustedreviews.com/reviews/nothing-headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Ear cushions covered with a leatherette material with soft memory foam underneath.

Protein leather over slow-rebound memory foam4Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d1402-space-2-comfortable-noise-cancelling-headphonesRead 15 October 2026Page text: upgraded protein leather ear cushions with slow-rebound memory foam.

Replaceable ear pads

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Yes2Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/How-to-Replace-and-install-the-Ear-Cushions-on-soundcore-Space-2Read 15 October 2026Maker support article: the ear cushions are designed to be removable and replaced at home with no tools. They are not left or right specific. Soundcore sells Space 2 ear cushions on its store.

Ear pad attachmentiHow a replacement ear pad attaches to the ear cup, not how the decorative outer cover attaches. A press-fit or snap-on pad counts as clip.

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Clip2Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/How-to-Replace-and-install-the-Ear-Cushions-on-soundcore-Space-2Read 15 October 2026Remove by pushing the cushion inward and pulling it outward. Install by aligning each locating pin with its hole and pressing until it snaps in flush. The care article says mounting tabs and slots. Stored as clip.

Ear pad openingiUsable opening inside an ear pad, excluding the outer cushion. Depth is the internal space between pad surface and driver cover.

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Ear tips included

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Dust and water rating

IP521Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Spec table and page text: IP52 dust and water resistance. Footnote 9 says the tests are Nothing laboratory results.

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User-replaceable parts

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Ear cushions2Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/How-to-Replace-and-install-the-Ear-Cushions-on-soundcore-Space-2Read 15 October 2026Ear cushions only. No source says the battery can be replaced by the user.

Software

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Companion app

Nothing X1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Footnote 6: Nothing X app.

soundcore5Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000034457/en_US/000034457.pdfRead 15 October 2026The manual refers to the soundcore app.

App platforms

Android, iOS1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Footnote 6: Nothing X is on Google Play and the iOS App Store.

Android, iOS10Measurementsoundguys.com/anker-soundcore-space-2-review-all-day-comfort-all-week-battery-156308Read 15 October 2026The Soundcore app is supported on iOS and Android.

User firmware updates

Yes16Reviewheadphonecheck.com/test/nothing-headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Firmware updates can be installed directly through the Nothing X app.

Yes5Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000034457/en_US/000034457.pdfRead 15 October 2026Firmware update page: the app shows new firmware when it is found.

Dimensions and weight

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Headset weightiPublished headset mass without detachable cable or microphone when stated. A fixed cable remains included. Any unqualified maker weight is identified in the source note.

310g(10.9 oz)1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Spec table: Headphones weight 310 G.

264g(9.3 oz)8Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0GR4GR5QHRead 15 October 2026Item Weight 264 g, Mfr Part Number D1402, manufacturer Anker. What Hi-Fi and TechRadar also say 264 g and Tom's Guide 9.3 oz. SoundGuys, Thumb Culture and the launch coverage say 261 g, and Anker Japan says about 260 g. HeadphoneCheck lists 263 g without cable and 271 g with cable.

Headset dimensionsiBody size with headband upright and ear cups in their normal wearing position. Width is across the head, height is top to bottom, and depth is front to back. Folded or flat-swivel dimensions are not substituted.

Width177Height190.4Depth78mm(7 × 7.5 × 3.1 in)1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Spec table labels: Height 177.0 mm, Width 78.0 mm, Depth 190.4 mm. Those labels do not fit a wearing orientation. A 78 mm width cannot be across the head. Tom's Guide lists 7 x 3.1 x 7.6 in. The values are stored as across the head 177.0, top to bottom 190.4 and front to back 78.0. The maker does not state the headband or cup position.

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Certifications

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Hi-Res Audio

Hi-Res Audio, Hi-Res Audio Wireless1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Page text: Hi-Res Audio certified for wired and wireless listening.

Hi-Res Audio, Hi-Res Audio Wireless4Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d1402-space-2-comfortable-noise-cancelling-headphonesRead 15 October 2026Page text: supports Hi-Res Audio in wired mode and LDAC in wireless mode. The Amazon title says LDAC Hi-Res Wireless Audio. No certification list was checked.

Communication certifications

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FCC ID

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Other certifications

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In the box

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In the box

Headphone (a), Carry pouch, 3.5 mm audio cable (1.2 m), USB-C cable (1.2 m) for charging and USB audio, Quick start guide1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026In the box: Headphone x1, Carry pouch x1, 3.5 mm audio cable (1.2M) x1, USB-C cable (1.2M) x1 (charging and USB Audio), QSG x1.

Space 2 headphones, USB-C charging cable, 3.5 mm AUX cable, Travel pouch8Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0GR4GR5QHRead 15 October 2026Built-in media: AUX cable x1, cable, Space 2 headphones x1, travel pouch x1. HeadphoneCheck lists the USB-C charging cable, mini-jack cable and carry pouch.12Reviewheadphonecheck.com/test/soundcore-space-2Read 15 October 2026Delivery scope: USB-C charging cable, mini-jack cable, carry pouch.

Cables includediSupplied playback, charging, dongle and adapter cables. A permanently attached headset cable is included and named as fixed.

ANothing Headphone (a)

Type	Length (m)	Count
3.5 mm audio cable	1.2	1
USB-C cable for charging and USB audio	1.2	1

Source1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026In the box list. Lengths 1.2 m each.

Bsoundcore Space 2

Type	Count
USB-C charging cable	1
3.5 mm AUX cable	1

Source8Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0GR4GR5QHRead 15 October 2026Built-in media lists one AUX cable and one cable. HeadphoneCheck names a USB-C charging cable and a mini-jack cable. Lengths are not published, and HeadphoneCheck calls the USB-C cable short.

Carrying caseiSupplied carrying case or pouch. A retail carton does not count as a carrying case.

Soft1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Carry pouch 270 x 230 x 15 mm, 30 g. Expert Reviews and Trusted Reviews describe a drawstring fabric pouch.

Soft10Measurementsoundguys.com/anker-soundcore-space-2-review-all-day-comfort-all-week-battery-156308Read 15 October 2026Soundcore includes only a cloth pouch, no hardshell case.

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Product page

us.nothing.tech/products/headphone-a1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026

us.soundcore.com/products/d1402-space-2-comfortable-noise-cancelling-headphones4Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d1402-space-2-comfortable-noise-cancelling-headphonesRead 15 October 2026

Spec sheet

us.nothing.tech/products/headphone-a1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026

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Manual

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salesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000034457/en_US/000034457.pdf5Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000034457/en_US/000034457.pdfRead 15 October 2026soundcore Space 2 User Guide (D1402), English.

EPREL registration numberiId in the EU energy label database. Each size or model of a series has its own id, so it is per variant.

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Warranty

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Manufacturer warranty (source market)iThe maker's warranty period for the exact SKU or configuration and market named in the source note. It applies only to that stated market, not every regional variant. Statutory consumer rights are excluded. The base term is stored. An extension that needs registration goes in the source note.

1year7Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/pages/terms-of-salesRead 15 October 2026US store terms, section 6.8: Headphones and other electronic devices have a limited warranty of twelve (12) months. This is the US store and other regions can differ. The Amazon listing also says 1 year manufacturer.

1.5years7Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/pages/warrantyRead 15 October 2026US warranty page: headphones 18 months from the purchase date. A statutory warranty in other markets can be longer. The Amazon listing also says 18.

Both are also in the API. Back to all headsets and headphones.