Soundcore P31i
KZ AS10 in Ear Monitor Earbuds Headphone
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
KZ AS10 in Ear Monitor Earbuds Headphone
The KZ AS10 in-ear monitors are widely praised for their exceptional sound quality, especially given the budget-friendly price. Users highlight the five balanced armature drivers delivering clear, balanced audio with great separation, often outperforming more expensive models. Common issues include the stock cable's fit and the need for aftermarket tips for comfort, but overall satisfaction is high.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality for the price
- Five balanced armature drivers
- Clear and balanced audio
- Great sound separation
- Outperforms more expensive models
Cons
- Stock cable fit issues
- Bulky housing for some ears
- Uncomfortable for some after prolonged use
- Cable lacks memory wire
- Stock tips may not suit everyone
Scores
Specifications
| Soundcore P31i | KZ AS10 in Ear Monitor Earbuds Headphone | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | — |
| Ear Tips | XS, S, M, L | — |
| Weight | 0.06 kg★ | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | balanced armature |
| Driver Size | 11 mm★ | — |
| Drivers | 1 | 5★ |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 14.199999809265137 Ω | 14 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 120 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | LDAC | KZ AS10 in Ear Monitor Earbuds Headphone, Pure 5 Balanced Armature 5BA KZ Earbuds Earphone, Musician in Ear Monitor Headphone High Fidelity HiFi Headset (No Microphone, Green) |
| Surround | Spatial Audio | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | — |
| ANC Type | adaptive | — |
| Transparency | ✗ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓★ | — |
| Bluetooth | 6.0 | — |
| 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★ | — |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 50 hrs★ | — |
| Case Charging | USB-C★ | — |
| 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 (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong sound (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong battery (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
KZ AS10 in Ear Monitor Earbuds Headphone
- Strong social proof (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong sound (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Below average connectivity (12th percentile)12th %ile
- Below average comfort (28th percentile)
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Verdict
Scores 89 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 16 of 34 specs.