Samsung Wireless
Anker Space A40 (A3936011)
What Buyers Say
Samsung Wireless
Overall, these budget-friendly earbuds are a hit for most users who want an AirPods-like experience without the high cost. Many praise the sound quality, comfort, and battery life, noting they pair easily and fit in AirPods cases. However, a significant minority report severe issues with units not charging or powering on, even after replacements, and some find the microphone and noise cancellation poor. The mixed experiences mean they are a gamble, but for the price, many feel they are worth it if you get a working pair.
Pros
- Great sound quality for the price
- Comfortable fit
- Long battery life
- Easy pairing with devices
- Fits AirPods cases
Cons
- Units not charging or powering on
- Poor microphone quality
- Weak noise cancellation
- Sensitive touch controls
- Connectivity issues with calls
Anker Space A40 (A3936011)
The Soundcore Space A40 earbuds receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their sound quality, battery life, and noise cancellation. Users appreciate the customizable app, comfortable fit, and value for money, though some note the ANC is not as strong as competitors and connectivity can occasionally drop in certain environments. Overall, they are highly recommended as a budget-friendly alternative to premium brands.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality with customizable EQ
- Long battery life with fast charging
- Effective noise cancellation
- Comfortable and secure fit
- Great value for money
Cons
- ANC not as strong as some competitors
- Occasional Bluetooth connection drops
- Touch controls limited to few options at once
- Ear tips may cause soreness for some users
- Battery life slightly less than advertised
Scores
Specifications
| Samsung Wireless | Anker Space A40 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | S, M, L | XS, S, M, L, XL |
| Weight | 0.13 kg | 0.02 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | DLC Driver |
| Driver Size | 13 mm★ | 11 mm |
| Freq Min | 16 Hz★ | 20 Hz |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz | 20 kHz |
| Impedance | 20 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | — | LDAC |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | Environmental Noise Cancellation | adaptive |
| Transparency | — | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3★ | 5.2 |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | — | USB-C |
| Range | — | 15 m★ |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 6 hrs | 10 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 1.5 hrs | 0.16699999570846558 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 10 min for 4 hours playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 60 hrs★ | 50 hrs |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✓ | ✓ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 4★ | 2 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | voice assistant | Siri, Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | — | soundcore |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✗ |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IPX7 | IPX4 |
Pros & Cons
Samsung Wireless
- Strong mic (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong affordability (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong battery (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong anc (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Below average user sentiment (34th percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Anker Space A40 (A3936011)
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong comfort (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong user sentiment (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Below average affordability (33rd percentile)
Pricing
Samsung Wireless
No current pricing available
Anker Space A40 (A3936011)
Verdict
Scores 81 overall, wins 6 of 7 usage categories and 7 of 35 specs.