MTW4 Earbuds
In-ear TWS · ANC · 7.5h/30h · aptX Adaptive · BT 5.4
MSRP
WH-CH720N Headphones
Over-ear · ANC · 35h · LDAC · BT 5.2
MSRP
Our verdict
The MTW4 Earbuds takes the performance lead with a 18% 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 WH-CH720N 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 18% 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 WH-CH720N 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
18% faster overall
Best value for money
WH-CH720N Headphones
37% better value per dollar
MTW4 Earbuds best for
Raw performance
18% faster overall
Audio
Battery
Comfort
Connectivity
Noise Cancellation
Frequently asked questions
Is the MTW4 Earbuds worth $200 more than the WH-CH720N Headphones?
It depends on your needs. The MTW4 Earbuds scores 85 overall vs 72 for the WH-CH720N Headphones. If you need the extra performance for demanding tasks, the premium is justified. For most users gaming at 1440p or below, the WH-CH720N Headphones offers better value.
Which GPU is better for 1440p gaming, the MTW4 Earbuds or WH-CH720N Headphones?
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 WH-CH720N Headphones still maintains smooth gameplay in current games.
Can the WH-CH720N Headphones handle 4K gaming?
The WH-CH720N 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 MTW4 Earbuds or WH-CH720N Headphones?
Choose the WH-CH720N 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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