Soundcore Life Q20
Soundcore
90 Overall Score
vs
Bose QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen)
Bose
71 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Soundcore Life Q20
87 out of 100 medium confidence 20 reviews
Users overwhelmingly praise these headphones for their exceptional value, comfort, and impressive noise cancellation at a budget price. Battery life is a standout feature, with one user reporting 60% charge remaining after two weeks of use. A few minor complaints include the headphones being slightly heavy and the lack of a clear power indicator light. Overall, the sentiment is highly positive, with most reviewers recommending them as a top budget pick.
Pros
- Exceptional value for money
- Impressive noise cancellation
- Long battery life
- Comfortable for extended wear
- Easy Bluetooth pairing
Cons
- Slightly heavy on the head
- No clear power indicator light
- Noise cancelling not confirmed for wired mode
Value for money 8
Noise cancellation 7
Battery life 5
Comfort 5
Sound quality 6
Bluetooth pairing 4
Bose QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen)
No customer feedback yet
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Specifications
| Soundcore Life Q20 | Bose QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen) | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.26 kg | 0.23 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | memory foam | Protein Leather |
| Headband | memory foam | Plastic, Protein Leather |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | — |
| Driver Size | 40 mm★ | — |
| Drivers | 4★ | — |
| Freq Min | 16 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | — |
| Sensitivity | 105 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | Foldable design with ergonomic headband, memory foam ear cups and multi-point rotation, travel pouch | SBC, AAC |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | hybrid | QuietControl |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.4★ |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | USB-C |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | 0.9900000095367432 m |
| Range | 15 m★ | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 60 hrs★ | 24 hrs |
| Charge Time | 2 hrs★ | 3 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 5 minutes for 4 hours of listening | 15 Minutes |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 4★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | soundcore app | Bose app |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Water Resistance | Water-Resistant | — |
Pros & Cons
Soundcore Life Q20
- Strong sound (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong anc (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong battery (91st percentile)91st %ile
Bose QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen)
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong anc (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong comfort (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Strong build (76th percentile)
Verdict
Winner: Soundcore Life Q20
Scores 90 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 9 of 40 specs.