Soundcore Space Q45
Technics EAH-A800
What Buyers Say
Soundcore Space Q45
The Soundcore Space Q45 headphones are praised for excellent noise cancellation, comfort, and battery life, with many users recommending them for the price. Some find them bulky and heavy, especially for workouts, and note the lack of a metal frame. The app customization and smooth device switching are appreciated, though a few wish for lighter weight and better button placement.
Pros
- Excellent noise cancellation
- Comfortable for long wear
- Great battery life
- Good sound quality
- App customization
Cons
- Bulky design
- Heavy weight
- Gets hot during workouts
- No metal frame
- Button placement could be better
Technics EAH-A800
The Technics EAH-A800 headphones receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their exceptional sound quality, which many users compare favorably to wired headphones, especially when using the LDAC codec. Reviewers praise the comfortable fit, effective ANC, and the ability to create an immersive soundstage with clear stereo separation. However, a few users report durability concerns, such as the headband material loosening within a month and faulty components after a year, while others suggest minor improvements like larger ear cups and more EQ bands.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality
- Effective active noise cancellation
- Comfortable fit
- Immersive soundstage with stereo separation
- LDAC codec support for high-quality audio
Cons
- Durability concerns with headband material
- Faulty components after a year
- Ear cups could be slightly bigger
- Headband feels hard on scalp
- Only 5 EQ bands (wants more)
Scores
Specifications
| Soundcore Space Q45 | Technics EAH-A800 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.29 kg★ | 0.30 kg |
| Ear Cushion | skin-friendly materials | super-soft earpads |
| Headband | cushioned | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz | 4 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz | 40 kHz |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 34 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 105 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | LDAC | AAC, LDAC, SBC |
| Surround | — | Technics - Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-Ear Headphones with 2 Device Multipoint Connectivity - EAH-A800-K Black | Technics - Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-Ear | Technics | Black | Over Ear | Over E |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | Dual Hybrid |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3★ | 5.2 |
| Profiles | multipoint connection | A2DP, AVRCP, HSP, HFP |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Cable Length | — | 1 m |
| Range | — | 10.100000381469727 m★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 50 hrs | 50 hrs |
| Charge Time | — | 3 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 5 minutes for 4 hours of playtime | 15 Minutes for 10 Hours |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 2 | 8★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant | Siri, Alexa |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | ✗ |
| App | soundcore App | Technics Audio Connect |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | — |
Pros & Cons
Soundcore Space Q45
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong sound (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong battery (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Technics EAH-A800
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong sound (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong anc (94th percentile)94th %ile
Pricing
Soundcore Space Q45 offers 2.3x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 94 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 6 of 40 specs.
