Soundcore P31i
Google Pixel Buds 2a
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
Google Pixel Buds 2a
The Google Pixel Buds 2a are overwhelmingly praised for their excellent sound quality, comfortable fit, and effective noise cancellation at a reasonable price. Users highlight the seamless integration with Pixel phones, long battery life, and the unique repairable case battery. Some criticisms include the lack of wireless charging, limited touch controls, and occasional connectivity quirks, but overall sentiment is very positive.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Comfortable fit
- Effective noise cancellation
- Seamless Pixel integration
- Long battery life
Cons
- No wireless charging
- Limited touch controls
- No volume control on buds
- Occasional connectivity issues
- ANC always on
Scores
Specifications
| Soundcore P31i | Google Pixel Buds 2a | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | XS, S, M, L | Extra small, Small, Medium, Large |
| Weight | 0.06 kg | 0.05 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 11 mm | 11 mm |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 14.199999809265137 Ω | 24 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 120 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Codecs | LDAC | SBC, AAC |
| Surround | Spatial Audio | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | Silent Seal 1.5 |
| Transparency | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 6.1 | 5.4★ |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | USB-C | — |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 10 hrs★ | 7 hrs |
| Charge Time | 3 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 10 minutes to get 4 hours more playtime | 5 Minutes for 1 Hour |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 50 hrs★ | 20 hrs |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6★ | 2 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Gemini |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | soundcore | Pixel Buds app |
| Volume Limiting | — | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | ✗ |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IP55 | IP54 |
Pros & Cons
Soundcore P31i
- Strong mic (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong sound (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong battery (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
Google Pixel Buds 2a
- Strong social proof (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong anc (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Below average affordability (26th percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Pricing
Soundcore P31i
Google Pixel Buds 2a
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 86 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 8 of 37 specs.
