The AKG N700NC M2 Wireless are the next generation of the AKG N700NC Wireless. They have an adaptive active noise cancelling (ANC) system that automatically adjusts its level to better match your environment. They also have a longer continuous battery life of over 20 hours, support multi-device pairing, and come with an analog cable with an in-line mic. Their slightly bass-heavy sound profile can be adjusted to your liking using their companion app's parametric EQ too. On the downside, some users have reported that their unit's hinges broke with continuous use.
Our Verdict
The AKG N700NC M2 are great for neutral sound. They have a slightly bass-heavy sound profile that delivers a touch of extra thump, rumble, and boom to mixes. That said, if you're looking for a more neutral sound profile, you can adjust their sound to your liking using their companion app's parametric EQ and save your favorite presets. Unfortunately, their passive soundstage seems closed-off and unnatural.
- Comfortable and well-built.
- Parametric EQ available.
- Disappointing passive soundstage.
The AKG N700NC M2 are very good for commute and travel. These over-ears have a comfortable, well-built design and have an ANC system that can adapt to your environment to block out background noise more efficiently. Thanks to this system, they can block out the low rumble of bus and plane engines. Their over 20-hour battery life will also last through long commutes or trips without too much of a problem.
- Adaptive ANC has excellent noise isolation performance.
- Comfortable and well-built.
- Over 20 hours of continuous playback time.
- Bulky design.
The AKG N700NC M2 are decent for sports and fitness, although they're not designed for this use. They have a comfortable as well as stable fit for light runs in the park, and their wireless design keeps the risk of something snagging your headphones off your head low. However, they can fall off your head with more intense head movements. They also lack an IP rating for water resistance.
- Comfortable and well-built.
- Over 20 hours of continuous playback time.
- Bulky design.
The AKG N700NC M2 are good for office use. They have a comfortable fit, long-lasting continuous battery life, and can be paired with up to two devices at a time, which is nice if you want to stay connected to your PC and smartphone at the same time. They also have active noise cancelling and can cut down a great amount of noise, like ambient chatter, so that you can focus on your work.
- Adaptive ANC has excellent noise isolation performance.
- Comfortable and well-built.
- Over 20 hours of continuous playback time.
- Bulky design.
The AKG N700NCM2 aren't suitable for wireless gaming. You can use them with Bluetooth-compatible PCs, but their latency is a bit high and causes a slight lip-sync mismatch. They also aren't compatible with Xbox or PlayStation consoles.
The AKG N700NC M2 are good for wired gaming. They can connect to any console with an AUX port, thanks to their included 1/8" TRRS cable, which also has an in-line mic so that you can chat with teammates. Their slightly bass-heavy sound profile helps emphasize sound effects while you game, but it won't overwhelm dialogue or instrumentals. They also have a comfortable fit.
- Comfortable and well-built.
- Over 20 hours of continuous playback time.
- Sub-par noise handling.
The AKG N700NC M2 are satisfactory for phone calls. Using their integrated microphone, recorded speech sounds clear and natural. However, the mic struggles to separate your voice from moderate ambient noise, so you may have some trouble being understood if you're taking a call from a noisy environment like a busy street. On the upside, they come with an analog cable that includes an in-line mic. This mic offers a slightly better noise handling performance with background noise like that in a subway station.
- Adaptive ANC has excellent noise isolation performance.
- Comfortable and well-built.
- Sub-par noise handling.
Changelog
- Updated Apr 04, 2024: We've retested ANC Wind Handling with updated methodology.
- Updated Apr 04, 2024: The following test groups have been updated following Test Bench 1.7: Noise Isolation - Full Range, Noise Isolation - Common Scenarios, and ANC Wind Handling. There have also been text changes made throughout the review, including to the usages and product comparisons to match these results.
- Updated Apr 04, 2024: We've converted this review to Test Bench 1.7, which updates our Noise Isolation test. We've also expanded the scope of this test to include Common Scenarios in addition to Voice Handling and Wind Handling.
- Updated Jan 26, 2024: The following test group has been updated following TB 1.6: Bluetooth Connection. There have also been text changes made throughout the review, including to the usages and product comparisons to match these results.
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Differences Between Sizes And Variants
The AKG N700NC M2 Wireless Headphones come in one color variant: 'Black', and you can see our model's label here. If you come across another variant of these headphones, please let us know in the discussions, and we'll update our review.
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The AKG N700NC M2 Wireless Headphones are the second generation of the AKG N700NC Wireless. They have a similarly well-built and comfortable design as their predecessor, although now they have an adaptive ANC system that does a better job of blocking out ambient noise like the rumble of bus engines or office chatter. Like the Bose QuietComfort 35 II/QC35 II Wireless 2018, they have roughly 20 hours of continuous playback time and support multi-device pairing. However, some users have reported that the hinges of their units are fragile and could break over time.
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The AKG N700NC M2 are the next generation of the AKG N700NC. Both headphones have a comfortable and well-built design. The M2 have a better noise isolation performance, a longer continuous battery life, and they support multi-device pairing.
The AKG N700NC M2 are more versatile headphones than the AKG K371. While both headphones are comfortable, the N700NC M2 are better built, have active noise cancelling to help block out ambient noise around you, and have a mic so that you can take calls on the go. They also have a companion app with a parametric EQ so that you can adjust their sound to your liking, and they support multi-device pairing. However, some users may prefer the K371's wired design.
The Razer Opus Wireless 2020 are slightly better over-ears than the AKG N700NC M2. The Razer are better built, and have a slightly more neutral sound profile, which some users may prefer. Their ANC also offers superior noise isolation, and their continuous battery life is longer. However, the AKG support multi-device pairing.
The Bose QuietComfort 35 II/QC35 II Wireless 2018 are slightly better over-ears than the AKG N700NC M2. While both headphones can block out a lot amount of ambient sound, thanks to their ANC systems, the Bose are more comfortable, and have a better overall mic performance. However, you can customize the AKG's sound using their companion app's parametric EQ.
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