# Nothing Headphone (1) Pro Review: Impressive Sound and ANC Held Back by a Bulky Case

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Published on Savlume: 2026-09-29T01:00:00.000Z
Content updated: 2026-10-11T19:15:37.769Z
Source publication time: 2026-09-29T01:00:00.000Z
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TechRadar tested the Nothing Headphone (1) Pro ($399), praising its refined aesthetic, upgraded multi-driver acoustic architecture, and substantially improved active noise cancellation. The reviewer noted strong wired resolution and effective call clarity, but found the physical Flat EQ switch disappointing and spatial audio effects subtle. Battery life remains modest at 30 hours with ANC active, falling well short of cheaper siblings like the Headphone (a). The source warns that the 383.5-gram half-shell case significantly increases travel bulk without offering cable storage, making it a tough sell for frequent travelers.

## Media review

TechRadar’s reviewer found the Headphone (1) Pro strong in sound and noise cancellation, particularly for wired listening, but judged its battery life and bulky case significant drawbacks and called it a hard sell against Nothing’s cheaper Headphone (a).

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- Source-reported strength: The reviewer found the ANC very good, including in High mode, and praised the transparency mode.
- Source-reported strength: The reviewer heard detailed, cohesive sound and said wired hi-res playback brought out additional detail.
- Source-reported strength: The reviewer liked the responsive buttons and volume roller, and found wearer detection reliable during testing.
- Source-reported limitation: The reviewer found the case heavy, bulky, and cumbersome, and said it does not hold the bundled cables.
- Source-reported limitation: The reviewer reports up to 30 hours with ANC on, falling to 28 hours with ANC and LDAC.
- Source-reported limitation: The reviewer found the cheaper Headphone (a) more energetic for some music and questioned whether the Pro’s sound improvement justified its higher launch price.

### How long does the battery last with ANC enabled?

The source lists up to 30 hours with ANC on, or up to 28 hours with ANC and LDAC both in use.

### How does the reviewer assess the noise cancellation?

The reviewer says it is much better than the predecessor and was very impressive on the High setting.

### What is the reported launch price?

The source reports $399.
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TechRadar Reviews: https://www.techradar.com/audio/wireless-headphones/nothing-headphone-1-pro-review

Purchase destination: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Nothing+Headphone+%281%29+Pro

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