SoundMAGIC E10C
Anker Space A40 (A3936011)
What Buyers Say
SoundMAGIC E10C
The SoundMAGIC E10C earphones receive mostly positive feedback for their excellent value, robust build quality, and enjoyable bass-heavy sound signature. Users appreciate the braided cable, magnetic earbuds, and included accessories like the carrying case and multiple ear tips. However, some note issues with the angled plug causing disconnection in pockets, a slightly bass-heavy sound that may not suit all genres, and occasional difficulties with ear tip reattachment or call quality.
Pros
- Excellent value for money
- Robust build quality
- Great bass-heavy sound
- Braided tangle-free cable
- Magnetic earbuds
Cons
- Angled plug disconnects in pocket
- Sound can be too bass-heavy
- Difficult to reattach ear tips
- Call quality could be better
- Vocals recessed in soundstage
Anker Space A40 (A3936011)
The Soundcore Space A40 earbuds receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their sound quality, battery life, and noise cancellation. Users appreciate the customizable app, comfortable fit, and value for money, though some note the ANC is not as strong as competitors and connectivity can occasionally drop in certain environments. Overall, they are highly recommended as a budget-friendly alternative to premium brands.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality with customizable EQ
- Long battery life with fast charging
- Effective noise cancellation
- Comfortable and secure fit
- Great value for money
Cons
- ANC not as strong as some competitors
- Occasional Bluetooth connection drops
- Touch controls limited to few options at once
- Ear tips may cause soreness for some users
- Battery life slightly less than advertised
Scores
Specifications
| SoundMAGIC E10C | Anker Space A40 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | ear-tip | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | S, M, L | XS, S, M, L, XL |
| Weight | — | 0.02 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | DLC Driver |
| Driver Size | 10 mm | 11 mm★ |
| Freq Min | 15 Hz★ | 20 Hz |
| Freq Max | 22 kHz★ | 20 kHz |
| Impedance | 46 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 100 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Codecs | — | LDAC |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✗ | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.2★ |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | — | USB-C |
| Range | — | 15 m★ |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 10 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 0.16699999570846558 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 10 min for 4 hours playback |
| Charging | proprietary | USB-C★ |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | — | 50 hrs★ |
| Case Charging | proprietary | USB-C★ |
| Wireless Charging | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | — | 2★ |
| NC Mic | — | ✓★ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Siri, Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | — | soundcore |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✗ |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | — | IPX4 |
Pros & Cons
SoundMAGIC E10C
- Strong social proof (73rd percentile)
- Below average connectivity (26th percentile)
- Below average comfort (27th percentile)
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Anker Space A40 (A3936011)
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong comfort (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong user sentiment (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Below average affordability (33rd percentile)
Pricing
Anker Space A40 (A3936011) offers 1.5x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 81 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 17 of 36 specs.
