Audio-Technica ATH-CKS30TW+
Soundcore P31i
What Buyers Say
Audio-Technica ATH-CKS30TW+
The Audio-Technica ATH-CKS30TW+ earbuds receive generally positive feedback for their excellent bass-heavy sound quality, comfortable lightweight design, and compact charging case. However, some users report fit issues, ear fatigue during extended wear, and a few experienced charging defects or mediocre sound. The app and features like ANC and multipoint connectivity are appreciated, though the price is considered slightly high by some.
Pros
- Excellent bass-heavy sound quality
- Lightweight and comfortable design
- Compact charging case
- Good battery life
- Effective ANC and hear-through modes
Cons
- Fit issues for some users
- Ear fatigue during extended wear
- Charging defects reported
- Mediocre sound for some
- Price considered slightly high
Soundcore P31i
The Soundcore P31i earbuds are overwhelmingly praised for their exceptional sound quality, effective active noise cancellation, and impressive battery life, all at a very affordable price. Users highlight the companion app's powerful EQ and adaptive ANC features, though a few note fit issues with the ear tips. Overall, they are seen as a fantastic value, often compared favorably to much more expensive competitors like AirPods.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality
- Effective active noise cancellation
- Long battery life
- Powerful companion app with EQ
- Comfortable fit with multiple ear tip sizes
Cons
- Ear tips may not fit all ear shapes
- Case is larger than previous models
- App requires data collection
- Translation feature is tricky
Scores
Specifications
| Audio-Technica ATH-CKS30TW+ | Soundcore P31i | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | Extra Small, Small, Medium, and Large | XS, S, M, L |
| Weight | 0.04 kg★ | 0.06 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 9 mm | 11 mm★ |
| Drivers | — | 1★ |
| Freq Min | 100 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 8 kHz | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 20 Ω | 14.199999809265137 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 110 dB | 120 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | AAC, SBC | LDAC |
| Surround | — | Spatial Audio |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | — | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.1★ | 6.0 |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Wired Connector | USB Type C | USB Type C |
| Range | 10.100000381469727 m★ | — |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 6.5 hrs | 10 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 3 hrs | 3 hrs |
| Fast Charging | — | 10 min for 3.5 hours playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 11 hrs | 50 hrs★ |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | — | 6★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Pattern | Omnidirectional | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Google Assistant | — |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | A-T Connect | soundcore |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IP55 | IP55 |
Pros & Cons
Audio-Technica ATH-CKS30TW+
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong build (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong anc (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong sound (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Below average battery (11th percentile)11th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (33rd percentile)
Soundcore P31i
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong sound (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong battery (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
Pricing
Soundcore P31i offers 5.1x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 89 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 9 of 41 specs.
