Soundcore P31i
SoundMAGIC E80D
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 E80D
The SoundMAGIC E80D USB-C earphones receive mixed feedback. Many users praise the sound quality, especially for acoustic music, and the convenience of the built-in DAC. However, several reviewers report fit issues that compromise bass response, and a few experienced dangerous high-pitched beeping or incompatibility with certain phones. The inline controls are also criticized for being hard to use.
Pros
- Great sound for acoustic music
- Built-in DAC for device-independent audio
- Comfortable fit with multiple tip options
- Good value for the price
- Compatible with iPhone and Windows
Cons
- Fit issues causing thin sound and weak bass
- Dangerous high-pitched beeping noise
- Incompatibility with some phones (e.g., Samsung S24 Ultra)
- Inline controls difficult to use
- Cable transmits movement noise
Scores
Specifications
| Soundcore P31i | SoundMAGIC E80D | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | in-ear |
| Ear Tips | XS, S, M, L | — |
| Weight | 0.06 kg★ | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 11 mm★ | 10 mm |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 14.199999809265137 Ω | 64 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 120 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | LDAC | SoundMAGIC E80D USB-C in-Ear Stereo Headphones, L-Shape Plug, in-Line Controller, Metal Housing, 10mm Dynamic Drivers, Water/Dust Proof, Black |
| Surround | Spatial Audio | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | ✗ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | — |
| Transparency | ✗ | ✗ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓★ | — |
| Bluetooth | 6.0 | — |
| Multipoint | — | ✗ |
| Wired Connector | USB Type C | — |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 10 hrs★ | — |
| Charge Time | 3 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 10 min for 3.5 hours playback | — |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 50 hrs★ | — |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | ✗ |
| App | soundcore | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | ✗ |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IP55 | Water-Resistant |
Pros & Cons
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
SoundMAGIC E80D
- Strong sound (72nd percentile)
- Strong build (71st percentile)
- Strong mic (67th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (11th percentile)11th %ile
- Below average connectivity (13th percentile)13th %ile
- Below average comfort (29th percentile)
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
Pricing
Soundcore P31i offers 4.2x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 88 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 12 of 35 specs.
