Soundcore Life Q20
AKG K72
What Buyers Say
Soundcore Life Q20
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
AKG K72
The AKG K72 headphones are widely praised for their exceptional comfort, lightweight design, and impressive sound quality for the price. Many users highlight the need for a headphone amp to unlock their full potential, and note that sound isolation is minimal. While the build feels somewhat cheap and plasticky, the overall value is considered excellent, especially when purchased on sale.
Pros
- Exceptional comfort for long wear
- Lightweight design
- Great sound quality for the price
- Long cable
- Good value when on sale
Cons
- Cheap plastic build
- Requires headphone amp for best sound
- Poor sound isolation
- Sound leakage
- MSRP too high
Scores
Specifications
| Soundcore Life Q20 | AKG K72 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓★ | — |
| Weight | 0.26 kg | 0.20 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | memory foam | breathable, lightweight ear pads |
| Headband | memory foam | self-adjusting headband |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Drivers | 4★ | — |
| Freq Min | 16 Hz | 16 Hz |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | 20 kHz |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 105 dB | 112 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | Foldable design with ergonomic headband, memory foam ear cups and multi-point rotation, travel pouch | AKG Pro Audio K72 Over-Ear, Closed-Back, High-Sensitivity, High Output 40mm drivers, Studio Professional Headphone. Also Great for Portable Devices. Black. |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | ✗ |
| ANC Type | hybrid | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Bluetooth | 5.0★ | — |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓★ | — |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | 3 m |
| Range | 15 m★ | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 60 hrs★ | — |
| Charge Time | 2 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 5 minutes for 4 hours of listening | — |
| Charging | USB-C★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Mic Count | 4★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓★ | — |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | — |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant | — |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | — |
| App | soundcore 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
AKG K72
- Strong sound (79th percentile)
- Strong social proof (77th percentile)
- Strong comfort (67th percentile)
- Below average mic (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average connectivity (19th percentile)19th %ile
- Below average anc (32nd percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Pricing
Soundcore Life Q20 offers 2.8x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 91 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 18 of 40 specs.
