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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£90
  • Avg. price in US: ~$60
  • Form factor: in-ear
  • Connectivity: wireless
  • Battery life: N/A hours
  • Active noise cancellation (ANC): no

Nokia Purity Stereo 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%

5.2

Technical Score

20.0%

6.8

User score

Good
5.2

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%

4.6

Sound

20.0%

3.8

Features

10.0%

10

Design

8.0%

4.5

Connectivity

6.0%

7.9

Battery

4.0%

5.1

Calls & Controls

Good
6.8

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%

8.1

User reviews

30.0%

3.6

Popularity

User score:
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Good
  • 5.5
    Gaming

    Score components:

    35.0%

    9.0

    Audio latency

    25.0%

    1.0

    Low-latency game mode

    20.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

    12.0%

    1.0

    Noise-canceling microphone

    8.0%

    0.0

    Battery life

  • 3.6
    Travel

    Score components:

    28.0%

    1.0

    Active noise cancellation (ANC)

    24.0%

    0.0

    Battery life

    18.0%

    10

    Weight

    16.0%

    1.0

    Multipoint support

    14.0%

    10

    Ambient sound mode

  • 3.0
    Calls

    Score components:

    28.0%

    1.0

    Noise-canceling microphone

    24.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

    18.0%

    1.0

    Multipoint support

    16.0%

    0.0

    Battery life

    14.0%

    1.0

    Companion app

  • 7.0
    Workout

    Score components:

    28.0%

    10

    Weight

    24.0%

    9.0

    Water resistance

    20.0%

    4.0

    IP rating

    16.0%

    0.0

    Battery life

    12.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

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Verdict

The Nokia Purity Stereo Headset by Monster (WH-920) is a high-definition in-ear headphone featuring advanced dynamic drivers designed for deep, rich bass and clear midrange performance. Weighing only 18 grams, it includes a tangle-free flat cable with an integrated ControlTalk Universal remote for hands-free calling and media control, primarily optimised for Windows Phone devices. Key pros include its lightweight, scratch-resistant build, noise-isolating ear tips available in five sizes, and a stylish aviator-inspired aesthetic in vibrant colours like cyan and magenta. However, notable cons include full remote functionality being limited to specific Nokia Lumia models and a tendency for the buds to require frequent re-seating during active movement.

Technical Specifications of Nokia Purity Stereo

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%

4.6

Sound

20.0%

3.8

Features

10.0%

10

Design

8.0%

4.5

Connectivity

6.0%

7.9

Battery

4.0%

5.1

Calls & Controls

5.2
Nokia Purity Stereo has a technical score of 5.19 points, which is higher than that of 59.5% 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%

8.1

User reviews

30.0%

3.6

Popularity

User score:
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6.8
Nokia Purity Stereo has a user score of 6.77 points, which is lower than that of 82.7% 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.
3.6
Nokia Purity Stereo has a popularity of 3.6 points, which is lower than 56.1% 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%

10

Price

6.9
Nokia Purity Stereo has a quality-to-price ratio of 6.9 points, which is higher than 57% 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
Nokia Purity Stereo 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

9 mm
Nokia Purity Stereo uses a driver size of 9 mm, smaller driver size than 92.3% of headphones and equal to 2.6% 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
Nokia Purity Stereo 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

20 Hz
Nokia Purity Stereo reaches a lowest frequency of 20 Hz, higher lowest frequency than 50.6% of headphones and equal to 47.5% 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

no
Nokia Purity Stereo does not support a noise-canceling microphone. 45.6% 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
Nokia Purity Stereo 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
Nokia Purity Stereo 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
Nokia Purity Stereo 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
Nokia Purity Stereo supports wireless connectivity, more flexible connectivity than 52.6% of headphones and equal to 47.4% of headphones.
supports both wireless and wired connectivity.
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

3.0
Nokia Purity Stereo uses Bluetooth version 3.0, newer Bluetooth version than 55.7% of headphones and equal to 1.6% 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

N/A
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

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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

no
Nokia Purity Stereo does not support multipoint. 65.1% 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

yes
Nokia Purity Stereo supports ambient sound mode. 23.2% of headphones support ambient sound mode.
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
Nokia Purity Stereo 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
Nokia Purity Stereo 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

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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

N/A
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

N/A
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
Nokia Purity Stereo 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

N/A
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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

Nokia
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

in-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

18 g
Nokia Purity Stereo weighs 18 g, lighter than 86.5% of headphones and equal to 0.6% 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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Nokia Purity Stereo vs the average headphone

  • Spatial audio support
    Nokia Purity Stereo supports spatial audio, the average headphone does not. 30.7% of headphones support spatial audio.
    What it is: Supports immersive surround sound playback
    When it matters: When movies, games, and immersive mixes are part of your listening.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Nokia Purity Stereo supports spatial audio, the average headphone does not. 30.7% of headphones support spatial audio.
  • 91.7% lower weight
    Nokia Purity Stereo is lighter than the average headphone (18 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

    Nokia Purity Stereo is lighter than the average headphone (18 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.18 g vs 218 g
  • More flexible connectivity
    Nokia Purity Stereo offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.
    supports both wireless and 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

    Nokia Purity Stereo offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.wireless vs wired
  • Direct 3.5 mm plug
    Nokia Purity Stereo includes a direct 3.5 mm plug, the average headphone does not. 38.8% of headphones have a 3.5 mm male connector.
    What it is: Shows whether the headphones end in a built-in 3.5 mm male plug instead of relying on a separate detachable cable.
    When it matters: When direct wired compatibility with older devices or adapters matters.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Nokia Purity Stereo includes a direct 3.5 mm plug, the average headphone does not. 38.8% of headphones have a 3.5 mm male connector.
  • In-line controls
    Nokia Purity Stereo includes in-line controls, the average headphone does not. 36.4% of headphones support in-line controls.
    What it is: Controls available on in-line remote of wired cable
    When it matters: When your wired setup depends on cable-mounted buttons or call controls.

    Importance: LOW

    Nokia Purity Stereo includes in-line controls, the average headphone does not. 36.4% of headphones support in-line controls.
  • Wind noise reduction
    Nokia Purity Stereo 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

    Nokia Purity Stereo reduces wind noise, the average headphone does not. 34.1% of headphones support wind noise reduction.
  • 91.7% lower weight
    Nokia Purity Stereo is lighter than the average headphone (18 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
  • Spatial audio support
    Nokia Purity Stereo supports spatial audio, the average headphone does not. 30.7% of headphones support spatial audio.
  • More flexible connectivity
    Nokia Purity Stereo offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.
  • Direct 3.5 mm plug
    Nokia Purity Stereo includes a direct 3.5 mm plug, the average headphone does not. 38.8% of headphones have a 3.5 mm male connector.
  • In-line controls
    Nokia Purity Stereo includes in-line controls, the average headphone does not. 36.4% of headphones support in-line controls.
  • Wind noise reduction
    Nokia Purity Stereo reduces wind noise, the average headphone does not. 34.1% of headphones support wind noise reduction.
  • 31 mm smaller driver size
    Nokia Purity Stereo has smaller driver size than the average headphone (9 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
  • 2 Hz weaker bass extension
    Nokia Purity Stereo has a higher lowest frequency than the average headphone (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
  • 6 older release date
    Nokia Purity Stereo was released earlier than the average headphone (2,011 vs 2,017). The average headphones were released in 2,017.
    October 2011
  • 31 mm smaller driver size
    Nokia Purity Stereo has smaller driver size than the average headphone (9 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

    Nokia Purity Stereo has smaller driver size than the average headphone (9 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.9 mm vs 40 mm
  • 2 Hz weaker bass extension
    Nokia Purity Stereo has a higher lowest frequency than the average headphone (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
    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

    Nokia Purity Stereo has a higher lowest frequency than the average headphone (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.20 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • 18.2% lower user score
    Nokia Purity Stereo has a lower user score than the average headphone (6.77 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.
    Nokia Purity Stereo has a lower user score than the average headphone (6.77 vs 8.000).6.77 vs 8
  • 6 older release date
    Nokia Purity Stereo was released earlier than the average headphone (2,011 vs 2,017). The average headphones were released in 2,017.
    October 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

    Nokia Purity Stereo was released earlier than the average headphone (2,011 vs 2,017). The average headphones were released in 2,017.2011 vs 2017

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Third-party reviews

(Reviews last updated: Jun 2026)

What customers like about Nokia Purity Stereo?

  • Striking, modern design available in vibrant colors (Black, White, Cyan, Fuchsia).
  • Solid build quality featuring scratch-resistant materials.
  • Rich, warm bass performance that appeals to fans of rock and pop.
  • Tangle-resistant flat cable design prevents knots and frustration.
  • Includes a high-quality 'hard shell' carrying case and multiple earbud sizes.
  • Excellent clarity for voice calls with a clear integrated microphone.
  • Full compatibility with Windows Phone devices for both music and call controls.

What customers dislike about Nokia Purity Stereo?

  • Limited functionality on non-Windows Phone devices (volume and track controls may not work).
  • In-ear fit can be unstable; users often report the buds slipping out during exercise or walking.
  • Sound profile can become 'muddy' at high volumes, with bass overshadowing the treble.
  • Relatively high price point compared to competitors with similar audio fidelity.
  • The in-line remote adds weight to the cable, which can pull the earbuds out of place.
  • The required AV adapter for some older devices disables the microphone and remote features.

Expert reviews

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nitishkumar.net
31/10/2012

The Nokia Monster Purity WH-920 is a premium in-ear headset packaged in an impressive, high-quality box that signifies luxury despite its reasonable price point under Rs. 5000. The bundle is highly generous, including six pairs of custom ear buds to fit any ear size, a protective travel pouch, and a 6-inch AV adapter to maintain audio compatibility with older Nokia handset...Read more

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hardwarezone.com.sg
06/01/2013

The HardwareZone Singapore review of the Nokia Purity Stereo Headset by Monster highlights a stylish, pop-art-inspired design with a retail price of S$165. The primary pros of these in-ear headphones include their sturdy plastic build quality, a highly practical flat non-tangle cord engineered by Monster, and an inline 5mm microphone driver suitable for on-the-go calls. Furthermore,...Read more

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micronokiadev.wordpress.com
18/02/2012

The Monster Purity in-ear headset (Nokia WH-920)Go is a stylish, color-matched accessory designed primarily for Nokia’s Lumia Windows Phone devices, retailing for around $99. A major strength of the headset is its rich audio quality, which provides reasonable noise cancellation without being overly bass-heavy, alongside a tangle-resistant cable and an inclusive package featuring...Read more

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themobileindian.com
21/12/2012

The Nokia Purity stereo headset WH-920 by Monster is a stylish, in-ear device designed specifically for smartphones, featuring a modern look inspired by Nokia’s design and a tangle-resistant flat cable design. The packaging is highly generous, bundling a large hard-shell carrying case, five pairs of different-sized earbuds, and a unique 12-month warranty. It also includes a Nokia AV...Read more

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trustedreviews.com
27/10/2011

The Nokia WH-920 Purity In-Ear headphones, a collaboration with Monster, offer a stylish design with an enjoyable, rich sound signature, though they ultimately underperform within their £50-£70 price bracket. Key strengths include a comfortable, non-destructive low-end, along with a generous accessory package featuring five pairs of color-matched tips and a carrying case. Trusted...Read more

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allaboutwindowsphone.com
20/02/2012

The review of the Monster Nokia Purity WH-920 In-Ear HeadphonesGo highlights their standout audio performance, noting that the volume is dramatically louder, the bass is deep and rich, and the treble is crisp and clear compared to standard bundled earphones. The build quality is highly praised as beautiful and stylish, featuring a flat, tangle-proof cable and luxurious packaging...Read more

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top-for-phone.fr
17/03/2026

The Nokia Purity by Monster (WH-920) is a high-end pair of in-ear headphones that delivers a solid audio experience in a modern, durable design. Architected with a "square" aesthetic, it features a sturdy flat cable designed to resist bending and daily wear. The earphones stand out for their premium packaging, which includes a rigid zippered carrying case and five additional pairs...Read more

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xataka.com
30/10/2011

The Nokia Purity by MonsterGo headphones represent a collaborative effort to deliver premium audio accessories tailored for the Nokia Lumia 800 and 710 Windows Phone 7 smartphones. Available in both an over-ear (Purity HD) and an in-ear variant, these devices benefit from a dedicated DSP chip integrated into the Lumia hardware, which significantly optimizes the outgoing audio...Read more

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