68

Tune 770NC Headphones

Over-ear · ANC · 44h · AAC · BT 5.3

$100

MSRP

85

MTW4 Earbuds

In-ear TWS · ANC · 7.5h/30h · aptX Adaptive · BT 5.4

$300

MSRP

Our verdict

The MTW4 Earbuds takes the performance lead with a 25% 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 Tune 770NC Headphones tells a compelling value story. At $100 versus the MTW4 Earbuds's $300 price tag, it costs 200% less while delivering performance that's only 25% 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 Tune 770NC Headphones is the smarter purchase. The MTW4 Earbuds 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

MTW4 Earbuds

25% faster overall

Best value for money

Tune 770NC Headphones

34% better value per dollar

Tune 770NC Headphones best for

Power efficiency

34% better value per dollar

Audio

Driver Size
40mm
7mm
Frequency Response
20Hz - 20kHz
5Hz - 21kHz
Form Factor
Over-ear
In-ear TWS

Battery

Battery Life (ANC On)
44h
7.5h
Total with Case
N/A
30h
Fast Charge
5min → 3h
10min → 1h

Comfort

Weight
228g
6.2g
IP Rating
None
IP54
Wireless Charging
No
Yes (Qi)

Connectivity

Bluetooth
5.3
5.4
Codecs
AAC, SBC
aptX Adaptive, AAC, SBC, LC3
Multipoint
Yes (2 devices)
Yes (2 devices)

Noise Cancellation

Active Noise Cancellation
Yes (Adaptive)
Yes (Adaptive)
Transparency Mode
Yes
Yes (Adaptive)

Frequently asked questions

Is the MTW4 Earbuds worth $200 more than the Tune 770NC Headphones?

It depends on your needs. The MTW4 Earbuds scores 85 overall vs 68 for the Tune 770NC Headphones. If you need the extra performance for demanding tasks, the premium is justified. For most users gaming at 1440p or below, the Tune 770NC Headphones offers better value.

Which GPU is better for 1440p gaming, the Tune 770NC Headphones or MTW4 Earbuds?

The MTW4 Earbuds delivers higher frame rates at 1440p, but both GPUs handle 1440p gaming well. The MTW4 Earbuds provides more headroom for ray tracing and future titles, while the Tune 770NC Headphones still maintains smooth gameplay in current games.

Can the Tune 770NC Headphones handle 4K gaming?

The Tune 770NC Headphones 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 MTW4 Earbuds is the better choice with its higher performance ceiling.

Which should I buy, the Tune 770NC Headphones or MTW4 Earbuds?

Choose the Tune 770NC Headphones if you want the best value for money and primarily game at 1080p or 1440p. Choose the MTW4 Earbuds if you need maximum performance, play at 4K, or do professional workloads like video editing and 3D rendering.

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