Soundcore P31i
Galirity SX-990
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
Galirity SX-990
Users generally appreciate the sound quality, battery life, and convenience of the neckband design, especially for avoiding lost earbuds. However, many complain about poor microphone quality for calls, Bluetooth connectivity issues, and a fragile hinge. The value for money is seen as decent, but several reviewers note that the microphone and connection reliability need improvement.
Pros
- Good sound quality
- Long battery life
- Convenient neckband design
- USB-C charging
- Comfortable fit
Cons
- Poor microphone quality
- Bluetooth connection issues
- Fragile hinge
- No automatic audio connection
- Short Bluetooth range
Scores
Specifications
| Soundcore P31i | Galirity SX-990 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | neckband |
| Ear Tips | XS, S, M, L | S, M, L |
| Weight | 0.06 kg★ | 0.07 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | — |
| Driver Size | 11 mm★ | — |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 14.199999809265137 Ω | — |
| Sensitivity | 120 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | LDAC | Bluetooth Headset, 2026 Upgraded Neckband Bluetooth Headphones with Retractable Earbuds, Noise Cancelling Stereo Earphones with Mic, Foldable Wireless Headphones for Sports Office with Carry Case |
| Surround | Spatial Audio | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | ✗ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 6.0 | 5.0★ |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | USB Type C | — |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 10 hrs | 16 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 3 hrs★ | 3.5 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 10 min for 3.5 hours playback | — |
| Charging | USB-C★ | micro-USB |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 50 hrs★ | — |
| Case Charging | USB-C★ | micro-USB |
| Wireless Charging | ✓★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Siri |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | soundcore | — |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | — |
| Water Resistance | IP55 | — |
Pros & Cons
Soundcore P31i
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong sound (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong battery (94th percentile)94th %ile
Galirity SX-990
- Strong connectivity (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong comfort (74th percentile)
- Strong mic (71st percentile)
- Below average battery (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average sound (31st percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (32nd percentile)
- Below average anc (32nd percentile)
Pricing
Soundcore P31i offers 2.9x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 91 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 13 of 34 specs.
