Soundcore Life Q20
Skullcandy Riff 2
What Buyers Say
Soundcore Life Q20
Users overwhelmingly praise these headphones for their exceptional value, comfort, and impressive noise cancellation at a budget price. Battery life is a standout feature, with one user reporting 60% charge remaining after two weeks of use. A few minor complaints include the headphones being slightly heavy and the lack of a clear power indicator light. Overall, the sentiment is highly positive, with most reviewers recommending them as a top budget pick.
Pros
- Exceptional value for money
- Impressive noise cancellation
- Long battery life
- Comfortable for extended wear
- Easy Bluetooth pairing
Cons
- Slightly heavy on the head
- No clear power indicator light
- Noise cancelling not confirmed for wired mode
Skullcandy Riff 2
The Skullcandy Riff Wireless 2 headphones receive mixed feedback. Many users praise the sound quality, Bluetooth connectivity, and comfortable fit, but several report discomfort during extended wear and issues with the companion app not recognizing the device. The ear pads are also noted as needing improvement.
Pros
- Great sound quality
- Bluetooth and aux connectivity
- Comfortable fit
- Good battery life
- Easy pairing
Cons
- Uncomfortable for long wear
- App does not recognize device
- Ear pads need improvement
- Short cables
- Complicated equalizer settings
Scores
Specifications
| Soundcore Life Q20 | Skullcandy Riff 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | on-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.26 kg | 0.15 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | memory foam | Plastic |
| Headband | memory foam | Plastic |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Drivers | 4★ | 1 |
| Freq Min | 16 Hz★ | 20 Hz |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | 20 kHz |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 105 dB★ | 94 dB |
| Max SPL | — | 94 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | Foldable design with ergonomic headband, memory foam ear cups and multi-point rotation, travel pouch | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | ✗ |
| ANC Type | hybrid | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.2★ |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | — |
| Range | 15 m★ | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 60 hrs★ | 34 hrs |
| Charge Time | 2 hrs | 0.16699999570846558 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 5 minutes for 4 hours of listening | 10 Minutes for 4 Hour |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 4★ | 1 |
| NC Mic | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | ✗ |
| App | soundcore app | Skullcandy App |
| Volume Limiting | — | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Water Resistance | Water-Resistant | — |
Pros & Cons
Soundcore Life Q20
- Strong sound (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong anc (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong battery (91st percentile)91st %ile
Skullcandy Riff 2
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong comfort (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong social proof (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Strong battery (79th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (10th percentile)10th %ile
- Below average anc (32nd percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Verdict
Scores 91 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 13 of 42 specs.