85

MTW4 Earbuds

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

$300

MSRP

76

LinkBuds Fit Earbuds

In-ear TWS · ANC · 5.5h/21h · LDAC · BT 5.3

$180

MSRP

Our verdict

The MTW4 Earbuds takes the performance lead with a 12% 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 LinkBuds Fit Earbuds tells a compelling value story. At $180 versus the MTW4 Earbuds's $300 price tag, it costs 67% less while delivering performance that's only 12% 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 LinkBuds Fit Earbuds 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

12% faster overall

Best value for money

LinkBuds Fit Earbuds

11% better value per dollar

MTW4 Earbuds best for

Power efficiency

12% faster overall

Audio

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

Battery

Battery Life (ANC On)
7.5h
5.5h
Total with Case
30h
21h
Fast Charge
10min → 1h
3min → 1h

Comfort

Weight
6.2g
4.9g
IP Rating
IP54
IPX4
Wireless Charging
Yes (Qi)
No

Connectivity

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

Noise Cancellation

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

Frequently asked questions

Is the MTW4 Earbuds worth $120 more than the LinkBuds Fit Earbuds?

It depends on your needs. The MTW4 Earbuds scores 85 overall vs 76 for the LinkBuds Fit Earbuds. If you need the extra performance for demanding tasks, the premium is justified. For most users gaming at 1440p or below, the LinkBuds Fit Earbuds offers better value.

Which GPU is better for 1440p gaming, the MTW4 Earbuds or LinkBuds Fit 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 LinkBuds Fit Earbuds still maintains smooth gameplay in current games.

Can the LinkBuds Fit Earbuds handle 4K gaming?

The LinkBuds Fit 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 MTW4 Earbuds is the better choice with its higher performance ceiling.

Which should I buy, the MTW4 Earbuds or LinkBuds Fit Earbuds?

Choose the LinkBuds Fit Earbuds 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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