Headphones AKG K490-NC
Storm Score 65 out of 100
Reviews 1 published
Outlets 1 publications
Top Outlet RTINGS highest score
% Positive 0% acclaim+

Critics' Consensus

“The AKG K490‑NC are compact, lightweight headphones with decent sound quality that make them suitable for commuting and office use, but they fall short in noise isolation and bass response, limiting their appeal for critical listening or loud environments.”

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Rated 65 / 100
Tier Distribution 1 review total
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Universal Acclaim (90–100): 0 reviews
Critically Acclaimed (70–89): 0 reviews
Mixed Reception (<70): 1 reviews

Critical Assessment

What Critics Praise

  • Lightweight and compact design
  • Comfortable on-ear fit
  • Decent sound quality
  • No audio latency

Points of Contention

  • Poor noise isolation
  • Significant lack of bass
  • Weak build joints
  • Unstable for high-intensity exercise

Professional Reviews

1 review from 1 critic
65
Sam Vafaei
RTINGS

“The AKG K490-NC are average everyday mixed usage headphones.”

Mixed 6.4/10

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