Soundcore Q20i
JBL Tune 670NC
What Buyers Say
Soundcore Q20i
The Soundcore Q20i headphones are widely praised as an excellent budget option, with many users highlighting the impressive active noise cancellation, comfortable fit, and strong sound quality for the price. However, some reviewers note that the ANC is not top-tier, lacking in blocking voices or louder noises, and a few experienced issues with connectivity, sound bleed at high volumes, and a non-intuitive power button. Overall, the sentiment is very positive, with most recommending them as a great value for money.
Pros
- impressive noise cancellation for price
- comfortable for long wear
- great sound quality for budget
- excellent value for money
- good battery life
Cons
- ANC not effective on voices
- sound bleed at high volume
- non-intuitive power button
- connectivity issues with some devices
- muddy call voice quality
JBL Tune 670NC
Most users love these JBL headphones, praising excellent sound quality, effective noise cancellation, comfortable fit, and long battery life—many report great value for the price. One reviewer had a defective unit with no sound in one ear. A few users appreciate the easy controls, foldable design, and app connectivity. Overall, sentiment is strongly positive with a minor quality control concern.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Effective noise cancellation
- Long battery life
- Comfortable fit
- Great value for price
Cons
- Potential defective unit (no sound in one ear)
- No answers to Q&A questions
Scores
Specifications
| Soundcore Q20i | JBL Tune 670NC | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | on-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.26 kg | 0.17 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | Vegan Leather | soft ear cushions |
| Headband | Polycarbonate, ABS | padded headband |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm★ | 32 mm |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Min | 50 Hz | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 10 kHz | 20 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 115 dB★ | 98 dB |
| Max SPL | — | 95 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Codecs | soundcore by Anker Q20i Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling Headphones, Wireless Over-Ear Bluetooth, 40H Long ANC Playtime, Hi-Res Audio, Big Bass, Customize via an App, Transparency Mode - Blue | SBC, AAC, LC3 |
| Surround | soundcore by Anker Q20i Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling Headphones, Wireless Over-Ear Bluetooth, 40H Long ANC Playtime, Hi-Res Audio, Big Bass, Customize via an App, Transparency Mode, Ideal for Travel | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | hybrid | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.3★ |
| Profiles | — | A2DP 1.4, AVRCP, HFP 1.8 |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | — | 1.2192000150680542 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 40 hrs | 70 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 1.5 hrs★ | 2 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 5 Minutes for 4 Hours | 5min=3hrs |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Capacity | — | 690 mAh★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 4★ | 1 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant | voice assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | ✗ |
| App | soundcore | JBL Headphones |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | ✓★ |
Pros & Cons
Soundcore Q20i
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong anc (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong mic (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
JBL Tune 670NC
- Strong connectivity (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong battery (94th percentile)94th %ile
Pricing
JBL Tune 670NC offers 1.7x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 91 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 9 of 42 specs.
