Soundcore Q20i
Soundcore
62 Overall Score
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Focal Bathys MG
Focal
84 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Soundcore Q20i
No customer feedback yet
Focal Bathys MG
88 out of 100 low confidence 7 reviews
The Focal Bathys MG are widely praised for their exceptional sound quality, with reviewers noting a wide soundstage, clear mids, and tight bass. While the ANC and transparency mode are good, they are not class-leading compared to Sony or Bose. Comfort is generally excellent even for larger heads, but the high price and the need for power when using the analog cable are noted drawbacks. Overall, these are considered top-tier wireless headphones for audiophiles, though some question the value relative to the original Bathys or wired alternatives.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality
- Wide and deep soundstage
- Clear mids and crisp highs
- Tight and punchy bass
- Comfortable for long sessions
Cons
- Very high price
- Must be powered on for analog cable use
- ANC not class-leading
- Carrying case fits too snugly
- Transparency mode has slight hiss
Sound quality 7
Comfort 5
Noise cancellation 4
Price value 5
Build design 3
Connectivity 3
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Specifications
| Soundcore Q20i | Focal Bathys MG | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | — | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.25 kg★ | 0.35 kg |
| Ear Cushion | — | memory foam |
| Headband | — | Leather |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 44 mm★ | 40 mm |
| Drivers | — | 1★ |
| Freq Min | 50 Hz | 10 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 10 kHz | 22 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 80 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 115 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | — | AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive, SBC |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | hybrid | Silent, Soft, and Transparent |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.2★ |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | — | ✓★ |
| Cable Length | — | 1.2000000476837158 m |
| Range | — | 15 m★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 40 hrs★ | 30 hrs |
| Charge Time | — | 1.5 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 5 mins for 4 hours playtime | 15 min for 5 hours playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Capacity | — | 1,060 mAh★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 4 | 8★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | — | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | — | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Touch Controls | — | ✗ |
| App | soundcore app | Focal & Naim |
| Volume Limiting | — | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✗ |
Pros & Cons
Soundcore Q20i
- Strong anc (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong connectivity (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong mic (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Strong battery (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Below average comfort (30th percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Focal Bathys MG
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong sound (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong anc (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Below average comfort (30th percentile)
Pricing
Soundcore Q20i
Focal Bathys MG
No current pricing available
Verdict
Winner: Focal Bathys MG
Scores 84 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 9 of 39 specs.
