Maxell 199840
The 40mm drivers deliver a bass-forward sound profile, while the closed-back, noise-isolating design passively blocks ambient noise for distraction-free listening. Weighing just 164g with a soft cushion headband and earpads, these wired headphones remain comfortable through extended sessions and include a built-in microphone for hands-free calls. Best for budget-conscious users needing a lightweight, durable headset for casual music, podcasts, or office calls where wired reliability is preferred.
form factor over-ear
driver size mm 40
open closed back closed
25 Overall Score
Price £10
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong sound (74th percentile) 74th
Cons
- Below average social proof (26th percentile)
- Below average connectivity (27th percentile)
- Below average anc (34th percentile)
- Below average comfort (35th percentile)
The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Design
| Form Factor | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed |
| Weight | 0.2 kg / 0.5 lbs |
Audio
| Driver Size | 40 |
| Codecs | 40mm drivers for immersive, full-range sound & deep bassSoft, adjustable band & earpadsNoise isolationComfort fit over the head for long sessionsBuilt-in microphone for hands-free conversations |
Connectivity
| Wireless | No |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm |
Microphone
| Microphone | Yes |
| Boom Mic | No |
vs Competition
| Spec | Maxell 199840 | Soundcore Life Q20 | TOZO HT2 | Tribit QuietPlus BTQ81 | LORELEI QC30 | TuneFlux T6 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear |
| Driver Type | - | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size (mm) | 40 | 40 | 40 | 40 | 40 | 40 |
| Impedance Ohms | - | 16 | 32 | - | 32 | 32 |
| Wireless | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Active Noise Cancellation | - | true | true | true | true | true |
| Open Closed Back | closed | closed | closed | closed | closed | - |
| Bluetooth Version | - | 5.0 | 5.3 | 6.0 | 5.4 | 5.3 |
| Battery Life Hours | - | 60 | 60 | 110 | 60 | 80 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Anc | Mic | Build | Sound | Battery | Comfort | Connectivity | Social Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maxell 199840 | 33.6 | 54.4 | 37.9 | 74.1 | 52.6 | 34.9 | 27.1 | 26.2 |
| Soundcore Life Q20 Compare | 95.2 | 89.4 | 89.7 | 100 | 93.1 | 91 | 91.7 | 89.6 |
| TOZO HT2 Compare | 95.2 | 87.9 | 96.3 | 99.4 | 93.1 | 85.8 | 87.8 | 57.9 |
| Tribit QuietPlus BTQ81 Compare | 95.2 | 90.6 | 37.9 | 74.1 | 99.3 | 85.8 | 87 | 95 |
| LORELEI QC30 Compare | 95.2 | 75.5 | 81.4 | 98.2 | 93.1 | 85.8 | 92.5 | 77 |
| TuneFlux T6 Compare | 77.6 | 75.5 | 89.7 | 74.1 | 96.9 | 99.2 | 92.5 | 95 |
Price
Value & Pricing
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