88

HDB 630 Headphones

Over-ear · ANC · 60h · aptX Adaptive · BT 5.2

$500

MSRP

85

MTW4 Earbuds

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

$300

MSRP

Our verdict

The HDB 630 Headphones takes the performance lead with a 4% 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 MTW4 Earbuds tells a compelling value story. At $300 versus the HDB 630 Headphones's $500 price tag, it costs 67% less while delivering performance that's only 4% 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 MTW4 Earbuds is the smarter purchase. The HDB 630 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

HDB 630 Headphones

4% faster overall

Best value for money

MTW4 Earbuds

13% better value per dollar

HDB 630 Headphones best for

Power efficiency

4% faster overall

Audio

Driver Size
42mm
7mm
Frequency Response
6Hz - 22kHz
5Hz - 21kHz
Form Factor
Over-ear
In-ear TWS

Battery

Battery Life (ANC On)
60h
7.5h
Total with Case
N/A
30h
Fast Charge
10min → 4h
10min → 1h

Comfort

Weight
280g
6.2g
IP Rating
None
IP54
Wireless Charging
No
Yes (Qi)

Connectivity

Bluetooth
5.2
5.4
Codecs
aptX Adaptive, 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 (Adaptive)
Yes (Adaptive)

Frequently asked questions

Is the HDB 630 Headphones worth $200 more than the MTW4 Earbuds?

It depends on your needs. The HDB 630 Headphones scores 88 overall vs 85 for the MTW4 Earbuds. If you need the extra performance for demanding tasks, the premium is justified. For most users gaming at 1440p or below, the MTW4 Earbuds offers better value.

Which GPU is better for 1440p gaming, the HDB 630 Headphones or MTW4 Earbuds?

The HDB 630 Headphones delivers higher frame rates at 1440p, but both GPUs handle 1440p gaming well. The HDB 630 Headphones provides more headroom for ray tracing and future titles, while the MTW4 Earbuds still maintains smooth gameplay in current games.

Can the MTW4 Earbuds handle 4K gaming?

The MTW4 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 HDB 630 Headphones is the better choice with its higher performance ceiling.

Which should I buy, the HDB 630 Headphones or MTW4 Earbuds?

Choose the MTW4 Earbuds if you want the best value for money and primarily game at 1080p or 1440p. Choose the HDB 630 Headphones if you need maximum performance, play at 4K, or do professional workloads like video editing and 3D rendering.

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