Soundcore Life Q20
Soundcore
91 Overall Score
vs
SteelSeries Arctis Nova 61561
SteelSeries
56 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Soundcore Life Q20
87 out of 100 medium confidence 20 reviews
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
Value for money 8
Noise cancellation 7
Battery life 5
Comfort 5
Sound quality 6
Bluetooth pairing 4
SteelSeries Arctis Nova 61561
No customer feedback yet
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Specifications
| Soundcore Life Q20 | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 61561 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.26 kg★ | 0.76 kg |
| Ear Cushion | memory foam | AirWeave Memory Foam |
| Headband | memory foam | Steel |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | neodymium |
| Driver Size | 40 mm★ | — |
| Drivers | 4★ | — |
| Freq Min | 16 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | — |
| Sensitivity | 105 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | Foldable design with ergonomic headband, memory foam ear cups and multi-point rotation, travel pouch | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7P Wireless Multi-Platform Gaming Headset — Neodymium Magnetic Drivers — 2.4GHz + Bluetooth — 38Hr USB-C Battery — Gen2 AI Mic — PlayStation, PC, Switch, VR, Mobile - White |
| Surround | — | Spatial Audio, Tempest 3D |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | hybrid | — |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.0★ | — |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | — |
| Detachable Cable | ✓★ | — |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | — |
| Range | 15 m★ | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 60 hrs★ | 38 hrs |
| Charge Time | 2 hrs | 0.25 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 5 minutes for 4 hours of listening | 15 min charge for 6 hours more game |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 4★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant | — |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | — |
| App | soundcore app | Sonar Software |
| 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
SteelSeries Arctis Nova 61561
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong mic (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong anc (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong battery (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Below average comfort (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Pricing
Soundcore Life Q201.970score per dollar
vs
SteelSeries Arctis Nova 615610.281score per dollar
Soundcore Life Q20 offers 7.0x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Soundcore Life Q20
Scores 91 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 13 of 41 specs.
