Soundcore P31i
Denon PerL PERLWHT
What Buyers Say
Soundcore P31i
The Soundcore P31i earbuds are overwhelmingly praised for their exceptional sound quality, effective active noise cancellation, and impressive battery life, all at a very affordable price. Users highlight the companion app's powerful EQ and adaptive ANC features, though a few note fit issues with the ear tips. Overall, they are seen as a fantastic value, often compared favorably to much more expensive competitors like AirPods.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality
- Effective active noise cancellation
- Long battery life
- Powerful companion app with EQ
- Comfortable fit with multiple ear tip sizes
Cons
- Ear tips may not fit all ear shapes
- Case is larger than previous models
- App requires data collection
- Translation feature is tricky
Denon PerL PERLWHT
The Denon PerL earbuds deliver impressive sound quality, especially after using the personalized hearing mapping feature in the app. Many users praise the rich, warm audio and effective noise cancellation, though some find the fit problematic, with earbuds falling out during movement. Battery life is a common concern, with some users expecting longer playtime. Overall, these are a strong choice for audiophiles on a budget, but potential buyers should be aware of fit and battery limitations.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Personalized hearing mapping
- Effective noise cancellation
- Comfortable fit for many
- Good value for money
Cons
- Fit issues for some users
- Short battery life
- Earbuds fall out during movement
- Touch controls activate accidentally
- Noise cancellation not top-tier
Scores
Specifications
| Soundcore P31i | Denon PerL PERLWHT | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | XS, S, M, L | Extra small, Small, Medium, Large |
| Weight | 0.06 kg★ | 0.07 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 11 mm★ | 10 mm |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 14.199999809265137 Ω | — |
| Sensitivity | 120 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | LDAC | Denon PerL True Wireless Earbuds - Adaptive Active Headphones Wireless Noise Canceling, Masimo Adaptive Acoustic Technology, Spatial Audio, 24Hr Battery Life, Wirefree Charging, White |
| Surround | Spatial Audio | Spatial Audio |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | advanced |
| Transparency | — | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 6.0 | 5.0★ |
| Multipoint | — | ✗ |
| Wired Connector | USB Type C | Bluetooth 5 |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 10 hrs★ | 6 hrs |
| Charge Time | 3 hrs★ | 6 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 10 min for 3.5 hours playback | Fast charging case |
| 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 | 8★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Siri, Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | soundcore | Denon Perl app |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✗ |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IP55 | IPX4 |
Pros & Cons
Soundcore P31i
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong sound (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong battery (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
Denon PerL PERLWHT
- Strong mic (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong anc (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong connectivity (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong sound (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (32nd percentile)
Pricing
Soundcore P31i offers 3.8x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 90 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 8 of 36 specs.
