Wireless Earbuds
Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4
8.5/10SoundGuys scoreRead our review ›
0 of 1 would buy again
1 owner
Comfort beat their expectations
$299.95at Amazon
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Nothing
Nothing Ear (Open)
Sound
3.6/ 5
SoundMDAQS Overall3.6
1.05.0
A 3.6 puts its audio quality in the bottom quarter of wireless earbuds we've measured.
Measured on 65 of the 261 we've cataloged.
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Key specs
Battery Life Earbuds
8 hAbove average8 h
2 h15 h
above average for wireless earbuds — based on 245 of 261 we've cataloged.
Battery Life With Case
30 hBelow average30 h
7 h60 h
below average for wireless earbuds — based on 243 of 261 we've cataloged.
IP Rating
IP54IPX436%IP5517%IP5416%IPX510%
IP54 appears on 16% of the 241 wireless earbuds we've cataloged (of 261).
Battery
- Battery Life Earbuds
- 8 h
- Battery Life With Case
- 30 h
- Charging Method
- USB-C
- Fast Charging
- Yes
Build
- IP Rating
- IP54
- Sweat Resistance
- Yes
- Water Resistance
- Yes
Connectivity
- Bluetooth Version
- 5.3
- Bluetooth Codec
- SBC, AAC
- Connection Type
- Bluetooth
- Multipoint Devices
- 2 devices
Design
- Earbud Form Factor
- Open-ear
- Case Dimensions
- 19×125×44 mm
- Wearing Style
- Ear hook
- Weight Per Earbud
- 8.1 g
- Weight With Case
- 62.4 g
Features
- Certified For
- Google Fast Pair, Microsoft Swift Pair
- Companion App
- IOS + Android
- Control Type
- Physical buttons
- Eq Customization
- Full parametric EQ
- Gaming Mode
- Standard
- Mono Mode
- Yes
- Voice Assistant Support
- ChatGPT
Microphone
- Count
- 2
- Noise Reduction Type
- Active
- Type
- Dual microphone
Sound
- Driver Type
- Dynamic
- Impedance
- 32 Ω
Lab data
How we test ›Objective measurements from the SoundGuys test lab — overlay other models to see how this one compares.
Nothing Ear (Open)SoundGuys Headphone Preference Curve
Measured frequency response (dB relative) against the SoundGuys Headphone Preference Curve. When the measurement goes above the dashed line, that frequency is louder than our preference curve, and when it goes below: it's quieter. Use the curve for comparison purposes only, as your taste may vary.
| Frequency (Hz) | Response (dB) |
|---|---|
| 20 | -27.7 |
| 25 | -25.4 |
| 32 | -21.8 |
| 40 | -13.5 |
| 50 | -5.9 |
| 63 | 1.1 |
| 80 | 5.7 |
| 100 | 7.0 |
| 125 | 5.4 |
| 160 | 1.3 |
| 200 | -1.3 |
| 250 | -2.3 |
| 315 | -2.2 |
| 400 | -1.6 |
| 500 | -1.2 |
| 630 | -0.7 |
| 800 | -0.3 |
| 1000 | 0.0 |
| 1250 | 0.3 |
| 1600 | 1.8 |
| 2000 | 5.8 |
| 2500 | 11.6 |
| 3150 | 10.6 |
| 4000 | 12.9 |
| 5000 | 13.8 |
| 6300 | 11.5 |
| 8000 | 14.6 |
| 10000 | 8.2 |
| 12500 | -1.7 |
| 16000 | -12.6 |
| 20000 | -29.3 |
Nothing Ear (Open)
3.9
3.1
3.4
3.6
Multi-Dimensional Audio Quality Scores (1–5), modeled from the measured response. Higher is better across timbre, distortion, and immersiveness — add other models to see where this one lands.
SoundGuys review
Comfort & fit8.0
Connectivity6.5
Design6.0
Portability9.0
Features9.0
Value8.0
The verdict
It's no secret that the open-ear earbuds have their drawbacks regarding sound quality. However, there is hope, largely thanks to Nothing's more ergonomic design and one of its other key features. Combined with an eye-catching design in a durable package, the Nothing Ear (Open) earbuds are ideal for those who like to stay aware while staying in shape.
✓Liked: IP54, Allow you to maintain awareness naturally, Excellent EQ options, Multipoint
✕Could be better: Slight rattle from earbuds when stored in charging case, No wireless charging
Owners
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Questions from readers
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Features & Opinions
More from the team ›Commentary and deep dives from the SoundGuys editorial team.
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Christian ThomasEditor-at-largeHow long should your earbuds last? Our battery tests have the answerEarbuds don't last long, but how much is enough?Christian ThomasEditor-at-large
Lil KatzContributor3 headphones I would buy instead of the AirPods Max 2These premium headphones deliver class-leading ANC, longer battery life, and more flexibility for less money.Dave CarrVideo Producer/WriterPersonal Sound is my favorite feature on the Nothing Headphone (1)Tailor your listening with this easy-to-miss Nothing Headphone (1) feature.Tom TriggsContributorPhone-specific features suck. Here's whyHeadphone manufacturers are marching to the same somber beat.Tom TriggsContributorThe best Nothing Headphone (1) alternativesIs the hype for nothing?Tom TriggsContributorI uncovered a major issue with the Nothing Headphone (1)Nothing's worse than headphones that don't fit.Tom TriggsContributorWhat do all the Nothing Headphone (1)'s EQ presets sound like?Let's explore what's in store for you.Christian ThomasEditor-at-largeHow long should your earbuds last? Our battery tests have the answerEarbuds don't last long, but how much is enough?Christian ThomasEditor-at-largeMore Wireless Earbuds
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