Anker Space A40
Sony INZONE Buds WFG700/W
What Buyers Say
Anker Space A40
The Soundcore Space A40 earbuds are widely praised for their excellent sound quality, customizable EQ via the app, and strong noise cancellation. Users appreciate the long battery life, fast charging, and comfortable fit with multiple ear tip sizes. Some note that the ANC is not as powerful as premium competitors and that Bluetooth connection can occasionally drop in bumpy vehicles or certain environments. Overall, they are considered great value for the price.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Customizable EQ via app
- Good noise cancellation
- Long battery life
- Fast charging
Cons
- ANC not as strong as premium competitors
- Occasional Bluetooth connection drops
- Touch controls limited to certain options at once
- Battery life slightly less than advertised
- Left ear discomfort for some users
Sony INZONE Buds WFG700/W
The Sony INZONE Buds receive mixed reviews, with praise for sound quality and battery life but significant criticism for connectivity issues, lack of standard Bluetooth, and poor software support. Many users report interference, pairing problems, and a reliance on a Windows-only app for updates and features. While some find them excellent for PS5 and PC gaming, others experience discomfort, charging failures, and a short lifespan, leading to a polarized sentiment overall.
Pros
- Great sound quality
- Long battery life
- Comfortable for some users
- Good for PS5 gaming
- Excellent PC gaming earbuds
Cons
- No standard Bluetooth
- Connectivity interference issues
- Windows-only software for updates
- Poor fitment for some ears
- Pairing problems over time
Scores
Specifications
| Anker Space A40 | Sony INZONE Buds WFG700/W | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | 5 sizes of silicone ear tips | — |
| Weight | 0.06 kg★ | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 11 mm★ | 8.399999618530273 mm |
| Drivers | 2★ | — |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 48 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | LDAC | LC3 |
| Surround | Soundcore by Anker Space A40 Auto-Adjustable Active Noise Cancelling Wireless Earbuds, Reduce Noise by Up to 98%, 50H Playtime, Hi-Res Sound, App Customization, Wireless Charge (Renewed) Blue (Refresh | Sony INZONE Buds Wireless Gaming Earbuds, Perfect for PlayStation® 5, for PC/PS5/Switch/Mobile, 48Hr Battery with Case, Noise Canceling, 360 Spatial Sound, 2.4GHz USB-C Dongle, WF-G700N White | Anc an |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | active noise canceling |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.3★ |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Wired Connector | Bluetooth | — |
| Range | — | 10 m★ |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 10 hrs | 24 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 2 hrs | 2 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 10 min for 4 hours playback | 10 Minutes for 1 Hour |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 50 hrs★ | 24 hrs |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Capacity | — | 450 mAh★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant | — |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | soundcore | Android & iOS |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✓★ |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IPX4 | IPX4 |
Pros & Cons
Anker Space A40
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong sound (94th percentile)94th %ile
Sony INZONE Buds WFG700/W
- Strong battery (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong anc (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong connectivity (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong build (79th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (1st percentile)1st %ile
- Below average comfort (28th percentile)
Pricing
Anker Space A40
Sony INZONE Buds WFG700/W
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 85 overall, wins 6 of 7 usage categories and 10 of 38 specs.