74

Live 770NC Headphones

Over-ear · ANC · 65h · AAC · BT 5.3

$150

MSRP

70

Reflect Aero Earbuds

In-ear TWS · ANC · 8h/32h · AAC · BT 5.3 · IP68

$100

MSRP

Our verdict

The Live 770NC Headphones takes the performance lead with a 6% 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 Reflect Aero Earbuds tells a compelling value story. At $100 versus the Live 770NC Headphones's $150 price tag, it costs 50% less while delivering performance that's only 6% 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 Reflect Aero Earbuds is the smarter purchase. The Live 770NC 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

Live 770NC Headphones

6% faster overall

Best value for money

Reflect Aero Earbuds

5% better value per dollar

Live 770NC Headphones best for

Power efficiency

6% faster overall

Audio

Driver Size
40mm
6.8mm
Frequency Response
20Hz - 20kHz
20Hz - 20kHz
Form Factor
Over-ear
In-ear TWS

Battery

Battery Life (ANC On)
65h
8h
Total with Case
N/A
32h
Fast Charge
5min → 4h
10min → 2h

Comfort

Weight
252g
7.2g
IP Rating
None
IP68
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 (Adaptive)
Yes (Adaptive)
Transparency Mode
Yes
Yes

Frequently asked questions

Is the Live 770NC Headphones worth $50 more than the Reflect Aero Earbuds?

It depends on your needs. The Live 770NC Headphones scores 74 overall vs 70 for the Reflect Aero Earbuds. If you need the extra performance for demanding tasks, the premium is justified. For most users gaming at 1440p or below, the Reflect Aero Earbuds offers better value.

Which GPU is better for 1440p gaming, the Live 770NC Headphones or Reflect Aero Earbuds?

The Live 770NC Headphones delivers higher frame rates at 1440p, but both GPUs handle 1440p gaming well. The Live 770NC Headphones provides more headroom for ray tracing and future titles, while the Reflect Aero Earbuds still maintains smooth gameplay in current games.

Can the Reflect Aero Earbuds handle 4K gaming?

The Reflect Aero 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 Live 770NC Headphones is the better choice with its higher performance ceiling.

Which should I buy, the Live 770NC Headphones or Reflect Aero Earbuds?

Choose the Reflect Aero Earbuds if you want the best value for money and primarily game at 1080p or 1440p. Choose the Live 770NC Headphones if you need maximum performance, play at 4K, or do professional workloads like video editing and 3D rendering.

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