Soundcore Life Q20
Audio-Technica ATH-AD700X
What Buyers Say
Soundcore Life Q20
Users overwhelmingly praise these headphones for their exceptional value, comfort, and impressive noise cancellation at a budget price. Battery life is a standout feature, with one user reporting 60% charge remaining after two weeks of use. A few minor complaints include the headphones being slightly heavy and the lack of a clear power indicator light. Overall, the sentiment is highly positive, with most reviewers recommending them as a top budget pick.
Pros
- Exceptional value for money
- Impressive noise cancellation
- Long battery life
- Comfortable for extended wear
- Easy Bluetooth pairing
Cons
- Slightly heavy on the head
- No clear power indicator light
- Noise cancelling not confirmed for wired mode
Audio-Technica ATH-AD700X
The ATH-AD700X headphones receive mixed feedback. Many praise their exceptional comfort, sound quality, and superb performance for hearing footsteps in online shooters, with some calling them a 'cheat code'. However, significant complaints include a left ear that stopped working within two weeks, a non-detachable cable despite photos showing otherwise, and poor performance for bass-heavy music like hip hop. Overall, they are highly recommended for competitive gaming but not for general music or durability.
Pros
- Exceptional comfort
- Great for hearing footsteps in shooters
- Excellent sound quality
- Competitive gaming advantage
Cons
- Left ear fails within weeks
- Non-detachable cable despite photos
- Poor for bass-heavy music
- No microphone included
Scores
Specifications
| Soundcore Life Q20 | Audio-Technica ATH-AD700X | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | open |
| Foldable | ✓★ | — |
| Weight | 0.26 kg★ | 0.27 kg |
| Ear Cushion | memory foam | raised-fabric |
| Headband | memory foam | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 53 mm★ |
| Drivers | 4★ | — |
| Freq Min | 16 Hz | 5 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | 30 kHz |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 38 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 105 dB★ | 100 dB |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | Foldable design with ergonomic headband, memory foam ear cups and multi-point rotation, travel pouch | Audio Technica ATH-AD700X Audiophile Headphones, Black |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | ✗ |
| ANC Type | hybrid | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Bluetooth | 5.0★ | — |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | 3 m |
| Range | 15 m★ | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 60 hrs★ | — |
| Charge Time | 2 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 5 minutes for 4 hours of listening | — |
| Charging | USB-C★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Mic Count | 4 | 5★ |
| NC Mic | ✓★ | — |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | — |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant | — |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | — |
| App | soundcore app | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | — |
| Water Resistance | Water-Resistant | — |
Pros & Cons
Soundcore Life Q20
- Strong sound (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong anc (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong battery (91st percentile)91st %ile
Audio-Technica ATH-AD700X
- Strong sound (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong social proof (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Strong build (76th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (8th percentile)8th %ile
- Below average mic (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average comfort (30th percentile)
- Below average anc (32nd percentile)
Verdict
Scores 91 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 18 of 40 specs.