OnePlus Nord Buds E511A
Anker Space A40
What Buyers Say
OnePlus Nord Buds E511A
The OnePlus Nord Buds 3 Pro receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their impressive sound quality, effective noise cancellation, and comfortable fit, especially given the affordable price. Users highlight excellent battery life and fast charging, though some note the touch controls can be inconsistent and battery life could be better for heavy use. Overall, they are seen as a great value for budget-conscious buyers.
Pros
- Great sound quality
- Effective noise cancellation
- Comfortable fit
- Excellent battery life
- Fast charging
Cons
- Inconsistent touch controls
- Battery life could be better for heavy use
- Case battery life could be longer
- Bass can be overbearing without EQ adjustment
Anker Space A40
The Soundcore Space A40 earbuds are widely praised for their excellent sound quality, customizable EQ via the app, and strong noise cancellation. Users appreciate the long battery life, fast charging, and comfortable fit with multiple ear tip sizes. Some note that the ANC is not as powerful as premium competitors and that Bluetooth connection can occasionally drop in bumpy vehicles or certain environments. Overall, they are considered great value for the price.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Customizable EQ via app
- Good noise cancellation
- Long battery life
- Fast charging
Cons
- ANC not as strong as premium competitors
- Occasional Bluetooth connection drops
- Touch controls limited to certain options at once
- Battery life slightly less than advertised
- Left ear discomfort for some users
Scores
Specifications
| OnePlus Nord Buds E511A | Anker Space A40 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | — | 5 sizes of silicone ear tips |
| Weight | 0.09 kg | 0.06 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 12.399999618530273 mm★ | 11 mm |
| Drivers | — | 2★ |
| Freq Min | — | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 20 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | OnePlus Nord Buds 3 Pro, Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds, Noise Canceling Earbuds, Deep Bass, Immersive Sound, Up to 44 Hour Playtime with Charging case, Starry Black | LDAC |
| Surround | — | Soundcore by Anker Space A40 Auto-Adjustable Active Noise Cancelling Wireless Earbuds, Reduce Noise by Up to 98%, 50H Playtime, Hi-Res Sound, App Customization, Wireless Charge (Renewed) Blue (Refresh |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | hybrid | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3★ | 5.2 |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | — | Bluetooth |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 12 hrs★ | 10 hrs |
| Charge Time | — | 2 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 10mins for 11hrs | 10 min for 4 hours playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 44 hrs | 50 hrs★ |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | — | ✓★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6 | 6 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Google Fast Pair, OnePlus Fast Pair | Siri, Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | OnePlus Fast Pair | soundcore |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | — |
| Bone Conduction | — | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IP55 | IPX4 |
Pros & Cons
OnePlus Nord Buds E511A
- Strong connectivity (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong social proof (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
Anker Space A40
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong sound (94th percentile)94th %ile
Pricing
Anker Space A40 offers 1.3x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 84 overall, wins 4 of 7 usage categories and 8 of 36 specs.
