82

QC Headphones Headphones

Over-ear · ANC · 24h · AAC · BT 5.3

$250

MSRP

68

WF-C710N Earbuds

In-ear TWS · ANC · 7.5h/20h · AAC · BT 5.3

$100

MSRP

Our verdict

The QC Headphones Headphones takes the performance lead with a 21% higher overall score, driven by its more shader cores, more of memory, and higher TFLOPS of compute power. In gaming benchmarks at 1440p, it delivers roughly 0% more frames per second across demanding titles like Cyberpunk 2077 and Alan Wake 2.

However, the WF-C710N Earbuds tells a compelling value story. At $100 versus the QC Headphones Headphones's $250 price tag, it costs 150% less while delivering performance that's only 21% behind. Its of memory is still more than enough for 1440p and even 4K gaming in most titles.

Our recommendation: for the majority of gamers targeting 1440p or even 4K with upscaling enabled, the WF-C710N Earbuds is the smarter purchase. The QC Headphones Headphones only makes sense if you need the absolute maximum performance for native 4K ray tracing, professional 3D rendering, or AI workloads where the extra VRAM and compute power provide a tangible advantage.

Performance winner

QC Headphones Headphones

21% faster overall

Best value for money

WF-C710N Earbuds

5% better value per dollar

QC Headphones Headphones best for

Raw performance

21% faster overall

Audio

Driver Size
35mm
5mm
Frequency Response
20Hz - 20kHz
20Hz - 20kHz
Form Factor
Over-ear
In-ear TWS

Battery

Battery Life (ANC On)
24h
7.5h
Total with Case
N/A
20h
Fast Charge
15min → 2.5h
5min → 1h

Comfort

Weight
240g
4.8g
IP Rating
None
IPX4
Wireless Charging
No
No

Connectivity

Bluetooth
5.3
5.3
Codecs
AAC, SBC
AAC, SBC
Multipoint
Yes (2 devices)
Yes (2 devices)

Noise Cancellation

Active Noise Cancellation
Yes
Yes
Transparency Mode
Yes
Yes

Frequently asked questions

Is the QC Headphones Headphones worth $150 more than the WF-C710N Earbuds?

It depends on your needs. The QC Headphones Headphones scores 82 overall vs 68 for the WF-C710N Earbuds. If you need the extra performance for demanding tasks, the premium is justified. For most users gaming at 1440p or below, the WF-C710N Earbuds offers better value.

Which GPU is better for 1440p gaming, the QC Headphones Headphones or WF-C710N Earbuds?

The QC Headphones Headphones delivers higher frame rates at 1440p, but both GPUs handle 1440p gaming well. The QC Headphones Headphones provides more headroom for ray tracing and future titles, while the WF-C710N Earbuds still maintains smooth gameplay in current games.

Can the WF-C710N Earbuds handle 4K gaming?

The WF-C710N Earbuds can handle 4K gaming in less demanding titles and with upscaling technologies like DLSS or FSR. For native 4K at ultra settings in demanding games, the QC Headphones Headphones is the better choice with its higher performance ceiling.

Which should I buy, the QC Headphones Headphones or WF-C710N Earbuds?

Choose the WF-C710N Earbuds if you want the best value for money and primarily game at 1080p or 1440p. Choose the QC Headphones Headphones if you need maximum performance, play at 4K, or do professional workloads like video editing and 3D rendering.

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