Soundcore P31i
SoundMAGIC E10C
What Buyers Say
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
SoundMAGIC E10C
The SoundMAGIC E10C earphones receive mostly positive feedback for their excellent value, robust build quality, and enjoyable bass-heavy sound signature. Users appreciate the braided cable, magnetic earbuds, and included accessories like the carrying case and multiple ear tips. However, some note issues with the angled plug causing disconnection in pockets, a slightly bass-heavy sound that may not suit all genres, and occasional difficulties with ear tip reattachment or call quality.
Pros
- Excellent value for money
- Robust build quality
- Great bass-heavy sound
- Braided tangle-free cable
- Magnetic earbuds
Cons
- Angled plug disconnects in pocket
- Sound can be too bass-heavy
- Difficult to reattach ear tips
- Call quality could be better
- Vocals recessed in soundstage
Scores
Specifications
| Soundcore P31i | SoundMAGIC E10C | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | ear-tip |
| Ear Tips | XS, S, M, L | S, M, L |
| Weight | 0.06 kg★ | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 11 mm★ | 10 mm |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Freq Min | — | 15 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | 22 kHz |
| Impedance | 14.199999809265137 Ω | 46 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 120 dB★ | 100 dB |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Codecs | LDAC | — |
| Surround | Spatial Audio | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | ✗ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | — |
| Transparency | ✗ | ✗ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Bluetooth | 6.1 | — |
| Wired Connector | USB-C | — |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 10 hrs★ | — |
| Charge Time | 3 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 10 minutes to get 4 hours more playtime | — |
| Charging | USB-C★ | proprietary |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 50 hrs★ | — |
| Case Charging | USB-C★ | proprietary |
| Wireless Charging | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓★ | — |
| Features | ||
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | soundcore | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | — |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IP55 | — |
Pros & Cons
Soundcore P31i
- Strong mic (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong sound (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong battery (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
SoundMAGIC E10C
- Strong social proof (73rd percentile)
- Below average connectivity (26th percentile)
- Below average comfort (28th percentile)
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Pricing
Soundcore P31i offers 4.2x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 86 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 16 of 35 specs.
