Soundcore P31i

Soundcore P31i

Soundcore
89 Overall Score
vs
Linsoul KZ ZS10 PRO X

Linsoul KZ ZS10 PRO X

Linsoul
41 Overall Score

What Buyers Say

Soundcore P31i

92 out of 100 medium confidence 12 reviews

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
👍 Sound quality 10
👍 Active noise cancellation 8
👍 Battery life 5
👍 Value for money 7
👍 Companion app 6
🤔 Fit and comfort 5

Linsoul KZ ZS10 PRO X

82 out of 100 medium confidence 11 reviews

The KZ ZS10 Pro X IEMs are widely praised for their exceptional sound quality, comfort, and value for money. Many users find them superior to far more expensive headphones, with detailed highs, controlled bass, and a wide soundstage. However, some users report issues with build quality, such as warped mesh or driver failure after a few months, and the stock cable is considered too short. Overall, they are a strong recommendation for budget-conscious audiophiles and gamers.

Pros
  • Exceptional sound quality for the price
  • Very comfortable for long sessions
  • Detailed highs and controlled bass
  • Wide soundstage
  • Great for gaming (footstep clarity)
Cons
  • Stock cable is too short
  • Build quality concerns (mesh warping, driver failure)
  • Bass may be light for some listeners
  • Sound bleeds at high volumes
  • Requires aftermarket cable and eartips for best fit
👍 Sound quality 10
👍 Comfort 6
👍 Value for money 7
👎 Build quality 3
👎 Cable quality 2
🤔 Bass response 4

Scores

Budget
Soundcore
89
Linsoul
56
Fitness
Soundcore
76
Linsoul
26
Gaming
Soundcore
76
Linsoul
30
Commute
Soundcore
74
Linsoul
26
Travel
Soundcore
74
Linsoul
27
Music
Soundcore
73
Linsoul
44
Calls
Soundcore
66
Linsoul
16

Specifications

Soundcore P31iLinsoul KZ ZS10 PRO X
Design
Form Factorin-earin-ear
Wearing Styletrue wirelessDetachable Silver-Plated Recessed 2Pin Cable
Ear TipsXS, S, M, L—
Weight0.06 kg★0.06 kg
Audio
Driver Typedynamichybrid
Driver Size11 mm★10 mm
Drivers15★
Freq Min—20 Hz★
Freq Max40 kHz40 kHz
Impedance14.199999809265137 Ω29 Ω
Sensitivity120 dB★112 dB
Hi-Res Audio✓★—
CodecsLDACLinsoul KZ ZS10 PRO X Upgraded 1DD+4BA Hybrid Driver HiFi in Ear Earphones IEM with Alloy Faceplate, Detachable Silver-Plated Recessed 2Pin Cable for Audiophile Musician DJ Stage(Without Mic)
SurroundSpatial Audio—
Noise Control
ANC✓★—
ANC Typeadaptive—
Transparency✗—
Connectivity
Wireless✓★—
Bluetooth6.0—
Wired ConnectorUSB Type C—
Earbud Battery
Battery Life10 hrs★—
Charge Time3 hrs★—
Fast Charging10 min for 3.5 hours playback—
ChargingUSB-C★proprietary
Case Battery
Case Battery50 hrs★—
Case ChargingUSB-C★—
Wireless Charging✓★—
Microphone
Microphone✓★✗
Mic Count6★—
NC Mic✓★—
Features
Touch Controls✓★—
Appsoundcore—
Gaming Mode✗—
Bone Conduction✗✗
Water ResistanceIP55—

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

Linsoul KZ ZS10 PRO X

  • Strong sound (99th percentile)99th %ile
  • Strong social proof (96th percentile)96th %ile
  • Strong comfort (72nd percentile)
  • Strong user sentiment (67th percentile)
  • Below average mic (12th percentile)12th %ile
  • Below average connectivity (12th percentile)12th %ile
  • Below average anc (31st percentile)
  • Below average build (34th percentile)

Pricing

Soundcore P31i

Linsoul KZ ZS10 PRO X

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Verdict

★ Winner: Soundcore P31i

Scores 89 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 16 of 35 specs.

Soundcore P31i Better at:

CallsMusicBudgetGamingTravelCommuteFitness

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