Sennheiser ACCENTUM Plus
Soundcore Life Q30
What Buyers Say
Sennheiser ACCENTUM Plus
The Sennheiser Accentum Plus Wireless headphones receive mostly positive feedback for their sound quality, comfort, and long battery life, with several users praising the adaptive ANC and touch controls. However, some users report issues with the noise cancelling effectiveness in noisy environments like subways, occasional pairing delays, and a finicky tap feature on the right earcup. Overall, they are seen as a good value alternative to pricier brands, though not without flaws.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Comfortable for long wear
- Long battery life (50 hours)
- Adaptive noise cancelling
- Touch controls and app integration
Cons
- Noise cancelling weak in subway
- Pairing takes 5-7 seconds
- Tap feature unreliable
- Sweat concerns during exercise
Soundcore Life Q30
The Soundcore Life Q30 headphones are widely praised for their excellent sound quality, strong noise cancellation, and outstanding battery life, especially given the affordable price. Many users find them comfortable and appreciate the companion app's customization options. However, several reviewers noted issues with the ANC not working when wired via the AUX cable, and some experienced durability problems like ear pad splitting or breakage after several months. The lack of a hard case and occasional bass-heavy sound were also mentioned as minor drawbacks.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Strong noise cancellation
- Impressive battery life
- Comfortable fit
- Customizable sound via app
Cons
- ANC not working when wired
- Ear pads split over time
- No hard case included
- Bass-heavy sound in some modes
- Microphone issues when wired
Scores
Specifications
| Sennheiser ACCENTUM Plus | Soundcore Life Q30 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.28 kg | 0.26 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | deep-cushioned | protein leather |
| Headband | silicone-lined | memory foam |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 37 mm | 40 mm★ |
| Drivers | 1 | 2★ |
| Freq Min | 10 Hz★ | 16 Hz |
| Freq Max | 22 kHz | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 95 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 106 dB★ | 95 dB |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | AAC, aptX, aptX HD, CVSD, mSBC, SBC | SBC, AAC |
| Surround | Sennheiser ACCENTUM Plus Wireless Bluetooth Headphones Noise Cancelling - Quick-Charge Feature, Up to 50HR Playtime, Adaptive Hybrid ANC, Bluetooth Over Ear Headphones for Traveling, School, Black | S | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | Hybrid | hybrid |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.2★ | 5.0 |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP, GATT | — |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | — | 1.2000000476837158 m |
| Range | 9.100000381469727 m | 10 m★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 50 hrs | 50 hrs |
| Charge Time | 3.5 hrs★ | 5 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 10 Minutes for 5 Hours | 5-minute charge gives you 4 hours of listening |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Capacity | 800 mAh★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 2 | 2 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Smart Control | Soundcore App |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | — |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | — | Water-Resistant |
Pros & Cons
Sennheiser ACCENTUM Plus
- Strong connectivity (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong sound (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong anc (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong battery (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (22nd percentile)
- Below average affordability (28th percentile)
Soundcore Life Q30
- Strong sound (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong anc (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong build (91st percentile)91st %ile
Pricing
Soundcore Life Q30 offers 2.8x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 88 overall, wins 6 of 7 usage categories and 5 of 43 specs.
