Anker Space A40
Philips TAT3519GY/00
What Buyers Say
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
Philips TAT3519GY/00
These noise-canceling earbuds receive mostly positive feedback for sound quality, comfort, and ANC performance, with several users noting they are a great value compared to bigger brands. However, battery life is a significant point of contention, with some reporting only 3-6 hours of use, far below advertised claims. A few users also mention ear pressure from ANC and discomfort when side-sleeping. Overall, the product is well-regarded for its features and build, but battery inconsistency holds it back.
Pros
- Great sound quality
- Comfortable fit with foam tips
- Effective noise cancellation
- Good value for money
- Compact charging case
Cons
- Inconsistent battery life (3-6 hours)
- Ear pressure from ANC
- Uncomfortable for side sleeping
- No mute/unmute or ANC voice announcements
- Bulky bud shape for some
Scores
Specifications
| Anker Space A40 | Philips TAT3519GY/00 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | 5 sizes of silicone ear tips | S, M, L |
| Weight | 0.06 kg★ | 0.09 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 11 mm★ | 10 mm |
| Drivers | 2★ | — |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | LDAC | Philips TAT3519 Wireless Earbuds,True Wireless Headphones with Noise Canceling Pro,Dynamic Bass,Clear Call,24 H Battery Life,Fast Charging,Bluetooth 5.3,IPX4,App/Touch Control,Black |
| 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 | adaptive | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.3★ |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | Bluetooth | — |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 10 hrs★ | 8 hrs |
| Charge Time | 2 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 10 min for 4 hours playback | 15 minutes for 1 hour |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 50 hrs★ | 24 hrs |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✓★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant | — |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | soundcore | PHILIPS Headphones app |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | — |
| Water Resistance | IPX4 | IPX4 |
Pros & Cons
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
Philips TAT3519GY/00
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong connectivity (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong build (79th percentile)
- Strong battery (74th percentile)
- Below average sound (29th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (33rd percentile)
Pricing
Anker Space A40 offers 1.6x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 85 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 11 of 35 specs.
