Creative Wp 450 Review | 93 Data compared

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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£110
  • Avg. price in US: ~$120
  • Form factor: on-ear
  • Connectivity: wireless
  • Battery life: 8 hours
  • Active noise cancellation (ANC): no

Creative Wp 450 review. Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among headphones and if it is worth buying.

5.5

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the headphones' quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best headphones on the market.

Score components:

80.0%

4.9

Technical Score

20.0%

7.7

User score

Good
4.9

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the headphones' technical performance, covering key areas such as sound quality, noise cancelling, microphone performance, battery life, comfort, connectivity, features, and build quality.

When it matters: When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

52.0%

4.7

Sound

20.0%

3.3

Features

10.0%

7.5

Design

8.0%

5.3

Connectivity

6.0%

5.5

Battery

4.0%

8.3

Calls & Controls

Poor
7.7

User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.

When it matters: When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.

Score components:

70.0%

8.2

User reviews

30.0%

6.4

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.1
(235)
United States
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4.1
(235)

(Reviews last updated: June 2026)

Very good
  • 9.0
    Gaming

    Score components:

    35.0%

    10

    Audio latency

    25.0%

    9.0

    Low-latency game mode

    20.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

    12.0%

    10

    Noise-canceling microphone

    8.0%

    1.0

    Battery life

  • 3.5
    Travel

    Score components:

    28.0%

    1.0

    Active noise cancellation (ANC)

    24.0%

    1.0

    Battery life

    18.0%

    7.7

    Weight

    16.0%

    10

    Multipoint support

    14.0%

    0.0

    Ambient sound mode

  • 7.3
    Calls

    Score components:

    28.0%

    10

    Noise-canceling microphone

    24.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

    18.0%

    10

    Multipoint support

    16.0%

    1.0

    Battery life

    14.0%

    1.0

    Companion app

  • 5.6
    Workout

    Score components:

    28.0%

    7.7

    Weight

    24.0%

    1.0

    Water resistance

    20.0%

    9.0

    IP rating

    16.0%

    1.0

    Battery life

    12.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

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Verdict

The Creative WP-450 is a lightweight, 114g on-ear wireless headset featuring 34mm neodymium drivers and support for the aptX codec, delivering high-fidelity audio with a frequency response of 18Hz to 22kHz. Key characteristics include an 'invisible' omnidirectional microphone with ClearSpeech Engine technology for noise-suppressed calls, Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR connectivity, and a foldable hinge design for portable storage. Main pros include up to 8 hours of music playback (9 hours talk time), convenient earcup-integrated controls, and soft leatherette cushions that provide passive noise isolation. However, notable cons include the lack of an analog wired option if the battery dies, an older Bluetooth version by modern standards, and reports of ears becoming warm during extended use in hot environments.

Technical Specifications of Creative Wp 450

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the headphones' technical performance, covering key areas such as sound quality, noise cancelling, microphone performance, battery life, comfort, connectivity, features, and build quality.

When it matters: When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

52.0%

4.7

Sound

20.0%

3.3

Features

10.0%

7.5

Design

8.0%

5.3

Connectivity

6.0%

5.5

Battery

4.0%

8.3

Calls & Controls

4.9
Creative Wp 450 has a technical score of 4.91 points, which is lower than that of 50.2% of products in this category.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.

When it matters: When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.

Score components:

70.0%

8.2

User reviews

30.0%

6.4

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.1
(235)
United States
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4.1
(235)

(Reviews last updated: June 2026)

7.7
Creative Wp 450 has a user score of 7.65 points, which is lower than that of 67.1% of products in this category.
Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the headphones.
When it matters: When you prefer headphones that have already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.
6.4
Creative Wp 450 has a popularity of 6.4 points, which is higher than 59.7% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the headphones' overall rating with their cost.

When it matters: When you are looking for headphones that offer a strong balance of performance, features, and price.

Score components:

60.0%

5.5

Overall score

40.0%

9.9

Price

6.8
Creative Wp 450 has a quality-to-price ratio of 6.8 points, which is higher than 51% of products in this category.
Active noise cancellation (ANC)
What it is: Reduces background noise using active technology
When it matters: When blocking office, travel, or aircraft noise is a priority.

Importance: HIGH

no
Creative Wp 450 does not support active noise cancellation. 27.4% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
Driver type
What it is: Type of speaker driver technology used
When it matters: When the underlying sound character and driver technology matter to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

dynamic
Driver size
What it is: Diameter of the speaker driver unit
When it matters: When you want extra hardware context behind how the headphones may handle bass weight, scale, or overall presentation.

Importance: MEDIUM

34 mm
Creative Wp 450 uses a driver size of 34 mm, smaller driver size than 74% of headphones and equal to 0.2% of headphones.
Number of drivers
What it is: Total number of speaker drivers per earcup
When it matters: When multi-driver designs are part of your buying criteria.

Importance: LOW

1
Creative Wp 450 uses 1 drivers, equal to 96% of headphones.
Lowest frequency
What it is: Lowest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce
When it matters: When deeper bass extension matters for your music or movie listening.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=10 Hz

18 Hz
Creative Wp 450 reaches a lowest frequency of 18 Hz, lower lowest frequency than 49.8% of headphones and equal to 3.5% of headphones.
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Noise-canceling microphone
What it is: Built-in microphone reduces background noise during calls
When it matters: When you take calls in busy spaces and want your voice to stay clearer.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Creative Wp 450 supports a noise-canceling microphone. 54.5% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
Can be used as a headset
What it is: Shows whether the headphones can handle voice chat and calls in addition to normal audio playback.
When it matters: When one pair needs to cover music, calls, meetings, and gaming chat.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Creative Wp 450 is headset-ready, 84.7% is not. 15.3% of headphones can be used as headsets.
Number of microphones
What it is: Total number of built-in microphones
When it matters: When call pickup quality and beamforming support matter to you.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=2

1
Creative Wp 450 has 1 microphones, more microphones than 25.9% of headphones and equal to 52.2% of headphones.
Boom microphone
What it is: Includes detachable boom microphone for voice clarity
When it matters: When you need stronger voice clarity for gaming, streaming, or work calls.

Importance: LOW

no
Creative Wp 450 does not include a boom microphone. 15.6% of headphones have a boom microphone.
Microphone SNR
What it is: Signal-to-noise ratio of the microphone
When it matters: When call clarity matters and you want your voice picked up more cleanly instead of buried in background hiss.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >80 dB

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Connectivity
What it is: Available connection methods (wired, wireless, Bluetooth, etc.)
When it matters: When the headphones need to match how you listen across wired and wireless devices.

Importance: HIGH

wireless
Creative Wp 450 supports wireless connectivity, more flexible connectivity than 52.6% of headphones and equal to 47.4% of headphones.
Bluetooth version
What it is: Version of Bluetooth technology supported
When it matters: When wireless stability, efficiency, and feature support matter more than treating Bluetooth as a box-check spec.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5.0

2.1
Creative Wp 450 uses Bluetooth version 2.1, newer Bluetooth version than 55% of headphones and equal to 0.7% of headphones.
Maximum Bluetooth range
What it is: Maximum wireless operating distance from source device
When it matters: When you move around rooms and want fewer dropouts from your source device.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=10 m

10 m
Creative Wp 450 offers a Bluetooth range of 10 m, higher Bluetooth range than 2.6% of headphones and equal to 79.9% of headphones.
Audio latency
What it is: Delay between audio and video in wireless mode
When it matters: When you watch video or play games and need sound to stay in sync.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <60 ms

40 ms
Creative Wp 450 has audio latency of 40 ms, lower audio latency than 74.7% of headphones and equal to 15.5% of headphones.
Multipoint support
What it is: Supports simultaneous connections to multiple devices
When it matters: When you switch often between a phone and a laptop during the day.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Creative Wp 450 supports multipoint. 35% of headphones support multipoint.
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Ambient sound mode
What it is: Allows external sounds to pass through for awareness
When it matters: When you need to stay aware of traffic, voices, or announcements.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A
EQ support
What it is: Allows customization of sound profile via equalizer
When it matters: When the stock tuning is not enough and you want to shape bass, mids, or treble to match your taste.

Importance: MEDIUM

no
Creative Wp 450 does not support EQ customization. 23.3% of headphones support EQ.
Companion app
What it is: Dedicated mobile app for customization and updates
When it matters: When software customization, updates, and extra controls matter.

Importance: MEDIUM

no
Creative Wp 450 does not work with a companion app. 44.4% of headphones support companion apps.
Adjustable ANC levels
What it is: Allows adjustment of noise cancellation intensity levels
When it matters: When you move between quiet rooms, offices, streets, and public transport and do not want one ANC setting for every situation.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=4

N/A
Voice assistant support
What it is: Compatible with voice assistants like Siri, Alexa, or Google Assistant
When it matters: When hands-free control is part of your daily routine.

Importance: LOW

yes
Creative Wp 450 supports voice assistants. 39.2% of headphones support voice assistants.
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Battery life
What it is: Playback time on a single charge
When it matters: When you commute, travel, or work long shifts and do not want charging breaks to interrupt listening.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >45 hours

8 hours
Creative Wp 450 offers battery life of 8 hours, lower battery life than 93.8% of headphones and equal to 3.9% of headphones.
Battery life with ANC
What it is: Playback time with active noise cancellation enabled
When it matters: When you plan to keep noise cancellation on for most of the day.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >40 hours

N/A
Charging time
What it is: Time required for a full battery charge
When it matters: When you often need the headphones ready again after short breaks.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=2 hours

1 hours
Creative Wp 450 needs 1 hours to charge, lower charging time than 96.2% of headphones and equal to 3.2% of headphones.
Quick charge
What it is: Provides quick playback time with short charging period
When it matters: When a short top-up needs to deliver useful playback before you leave.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Creative Wp 450 supports quick charge. 31% of headphones support quick charge.
Battery capacity
What it is: Total energy storage of the internal battery
When it matters: When you are estimating how much battery headroom the design may have before relying only on the official runtime claim.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=720 mAh

240 mAh
Creative Wp 450 has a battery capacity of 240 mAh, lower battery capacity than 93.3% of headphones and equal to 1.4% of headphones.
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Brand name
What it is: The manufacturer or brand of the product.
When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

Importance: MEDIUM

Creative
Form factor
What it is: Overall design type of the headphones (over-ear, on-ear, in-ear, etc.)
When it matters: When comfort, portability, and isolation depend on the overall headphone style.

Importance: HIGH

on-ear
Weight
What it is: Total weight of the headphones
When it matters: When long listening sessions make wearing comfort more important.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <150 g

114 g
Creative Wp 450 weighs 114 g, lighter than 76.9% of headphones and equal to 0.2% of headphones.
Acoustic design
What it is: Type of acoustic design (open-back, closed-back, semi-open)
When it matters: When you need the right balance of isolation, leakage, and soundstage.

Importance: HIGH

closed-back
Clamp force
What it is: Amount of clamping pressure applied to the head
When it matters: When comfort and fit security matter during long sessions.

Importance: MEDIUM

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Creative Wp 450 vs the average headphone

  • More flexible connectivity
    Creative Wp 450 offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.
    What it is: Available connection methods (wired, wireless, Bluetooth, etc.)
    When it matters: When the headphones need to match how you listen across wired and wireless devices.

    Importance: HIGH

    Creative Wp 450 offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.wireless vs wired
  • 47.7% lower weight
    Creative Wp 450 is lighter than the average headphone (114 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    What it is: Total weight of the headphones
    When it matters: When long listening sessions make wearing comfort more important.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <150 g

    Creative Wp 450 is lighter than the average headphone (114 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.114 g vs 218 g
  • Clear call microphone
    Creative Wp 450 offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
    What it is: Built-in microphone reduces background noise during calls
    When it matters: When you take calls in busy spaces and want your voice to stay clearer.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Creative Wp 450 offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
  • 87.5 ms lower audio latency
    Creative Wp 450 has a lower audio latency than the average headphone (40 ms vs 127.5 ms). The average headphones have audio latency of 127.5 ms.
    What it is: Delay between audio and video in wireless mode
    When it matters: When you watch video or play games and need sound to stay in sync.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: <60 ms

    Creative Wp 450 has a lower audio latency than the average headphone (40 ms vs 127.5 ms). The average headphones have audio latency of 127.5 ms.40 ms vs 127.5 ms
  • On-device controls
    Creative Wp 450 includes on-device controls, the average headphone does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
    What it is: Physical controls available directly on headphones
    When it matters: When you need playback, volume, or call controls to be easy to reach without pulling out your phone.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Creative Wp 450 includes on-device controls, the average headphone does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
  • 1 hours shorter charging time
    Creative Wp 450 has a lower charging time than the average headphone (1 hours vs 2 hours). The average headphones need 2 hours to charge.
    What it is: Time required for a full battery charge
    When it matters: When you often need the headphones ready again after short breaks.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <=2 hours

    Creative Wp 450 has a lower charging time than the average headphone (1 hours vs 2 hours). The average headphones need 2 hours to charge.1 hours vs 2 hours
  • Wind noise reduction
    Creative Wp 450 reduces wind noise, the average headphone does not. 34.1% of headphones support wind noise reduction.
    What it is: Reduces wind interference for clearer outdoor calls
    When it matters: When you take calls outdoors while walking, cycling, or commuting.

    Importance: LOW

    Creative Wp 450 reduces wind noise, the average headphone does not. 34.1% of headphones support wind noise reduction.
  • Foldable design
    Creative Wp 450 has a foldable design, the average headphone does not. 61% of headphones are foldable.
    What it is: Earcups or headband can fold for compact storage
    When it matters: When you travel often and want easier storage in a bag.

    Importance: LOW

    Creative Wp 450 has a foldable design, the average headphone does not. 61% of headphones are foldable.
  • 47.7% lower weight
    Creative Wp 450 is lighter than the average headphone (114 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
  • Foldable design
    Creative Wp 450 has a foldable design, the average headphone does not. 61% of headphones are foldable.
  • 2,000 Hz higher treble extension
    Creative Wp 450 has a higher highest frequency than the average headphone (22,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.
  • 1 hours shorter charging time
    Creative Wp 450 has a lower charging time than the average headphone (1 hours vs 2 hours). The average headphones need 2 hours to charge.
  • Rechargeable battery
    Creative Wp 450 has a rechargeable battery, the average headphone does not. 47.9% of headphones have a rechargeable battery.
  • Play while charging
    Creative Wp 450 can play while charging, the average headphone cannot. 55.9% of headphones support play while charging.
  • More flexible connectivity
    Creative Wp 450 offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.
  • 87.5 ms lower audio latency
    Creative Wp 450 has a lower audio latency than the average headphone (40 ms vs 127.5 ms). The average headphones have audio latency of 127.5 ms.
  • Clear call microphone
    Creative Wp 450 offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
  • On-device controls
    Creative Wp 450 includes on-device controls, the average headphone does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
  • Wind noise reduction
    Creative Wp 450 reduces wind noise, the average headphone does not. 34.1% of headphones support wind noise reduction.
  • Sidetone support
    Creative Wp 450 supports sidetone, the average headphone does not. 29.7% of headphones support sidetone.
  • Quick mic mute
    Creative Wp 450 includes a quick mic mute, the average headphone does not. 33.5% of headphones support a mute function.
  • Fixed cable
    Creative Wp 450 has a fixed cable, while the average headphone has a detachable one. 62% of headphones have a detachable cable.
  • Tangle-prone cable
    Creative Wp 450 uses a tangle-prone cable, while the average headphone is easier to manage. 64.2% of headphones use a tangle-free cable.
    no tangle-free listening cable is present or specified.
  • 6 mm smaller driver size
    Creative Wp 450 has smaller driver size than the average headphone (34 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
  • 22 hours shorter battery life
    Creative Wp 450 has a lower battery life than the average headphone (8 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.
  • 60% lower battery capacity
    Creative Wp 450 has a lower battery capacity than the average headphone (240 mAh vs 600 mAh). The average headphones have a battery capacity of 600 mAh.
  • 6 years older release date
    Creative Wp 450 was released earlier than the average headphone (2,011 vs 2,017). The average headphones were released in 2,017.
    September 2011
  • Fixed cable
    Creative Wp 450 has a fixed cable, while the average headphone has a detachable one. 62% of headphones have a detachable cable.
    What it is: Cable can be removed or replaced
    When it matters: When you care about easier cable replacement, simpler storage, or the option to swap to shorter, longer, or upgraded leads.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Creative Wp 450 has a fixed cable, while the average headphone has a detachable one. 62% of headphones have a detachable cable.
  • 6 mm smaller driver size
    Creative Wp 450 has smaller driver size than the average headphone (34 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
    What it is: Diameter of the speaker driver unit
    When it matters: When you want extra hardware context behind how the headphones may handle bass weight, scale, or overall presentation.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Creative Wp 450 has smaller driver size than the average headphone (34 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.34 mm vs 40 mm
  • 22 hours shorter battery life
    Creative Wp 450 has a lower battery life than the average headphone (8 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.
    What it is: Playback time on a single charge
    When it matters: When you commute, travel, or work long shifts and do not want charging breaks to interrupt listening.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >45 hours

    Creative Wp 450 has a lower battery life than the average headphone (8 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.8 hours vs 30 hours
  • 60% lower battery capacity
    Creative Wp 450 has a lower battery capacity than the average headphone (240 mAh vs 600 mAh). The average headphones have a battery capacity of 600 mAh.
    What it is: Total energy storage of the internal battery
    When it matters: When you are estimating how much battery headroom the design may have before relying only on the official runtime claim.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=720 mAh

    Creative Wp 450 has a lower battery capacity than the average headphone (240 mAh vs 600 mAh). The average headphones have a battery capacity of 600 mAh.240 mAh vs 600 mAh
  • Tangle-prone cable
    Creative Wp 450 uses a tangle-prone cable, while the average headphone is easier to manage. 64.2% of headphones use a tangle-free cable.
    no tangle-free listening cable is present or specified.
    What it is: Cable designed to resist tangling
    When it matters: When you often carry wired headphones in a bag or pocket.

    Importance: LOW

    Creative Wp 450 uses a tangle-prone cable, while the average headphone is easier to manage. 64.2% of headphones use a tangle-free cable.
  • 6 years older release date
    Creative Wp 450 was released earlier than the average headphone (2,011 vs 2,017). The average headphones were released in 2,017.
    September 2011
    What it is: Official release or launch date of the model
    When it matters: When you want a newer model for fresher features, longer support life, or simply to avoid buying into an older generation.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >=2020

    Creative Wp 450 was released earlier than the average headphone (2,011 vs 2,017). The average headphones were released in 2,017.2011 vs 2017
  • 4.5% lower user score
    Creative Wp 450 has a lower user score than the average headphone (7.65 vs 8.000).
    What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.
    When it matters: When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.
    Creative Wp 450 has a lower user score than the average headphone (7.65 vs 8.000).7.65 vs 8

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What customers like about Creative Wp 450?

  • Foldable design makes them convenient for travel and storage.
  • Support for aptX codec improves wireless sound quality with compatible devices.
  • Reasonably strong bass and clear audio for Bluetooth headphones in its price range.
  • Integrated on-ear controls for volume and playback are easy to use.
  • Lightweight build (114g) provides a comfortable fit for many users.
  • Reliable battery life, often reaching the rated 8 hours of usage.

What customers dislike about Creative Wp 450?

  • On-ear design can cause ears to feel warm or 'steamy' during long sessions.
  • Built-in microphone can sound slightly muffled or lacking in clarity for callers.
  • Bluetooth connectivity may experience occasional dropouts or range issues near walls.
  • The step-down model (WP-350) is often cited as a better overall value for the price.
  • No active noise cancellation (ANC), providing only passive isolation.
  • Pairing process can occasionally be flaky with certain Bluetooth chipsets.

Expert reviews

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cnet.com
18/07/2012

The Creative WP-450 is a solid pair of $120 on-ear wireless Bluetooth headphones that delivers respectable audio performance with decent clarity, loud volume, and a good amount of bass. It features well-placed, tactile buttons on the right earcup that allow users to easily control volume, skip tracks, and answer phone calls without removing the headset. Additionally, the headphones...Read more

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