Soundcore Life Q20
Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BTWH
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
Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BTWH
The Audio-Technica headphones receive mixed feedback, with several users reporting durability issues such as the headband falling apart and left earpiece failing after months. While battery life and standby time are praised as exceptional, the sound quality is described as overly crisp and lacking bass, and the inability to connect to multiple devices is a major frustration. Some find the build lightweight and flimsy, though others note reliability over time.
Pros
- Exceptional battery life
- Good treble quality
- Reliable over time
- Lightweight design
Cons
- Headband falling apart
- Left earpiece failure after months
- No multipoint Bluetooth
- Sound too crisp, lacks bass
- Volume max too low
Scores
Specifications
| Soundcore Life Q20 | Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BTWH | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | on-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.26 kg★ | 0.68 kg |
| Ear Cushion | memory foam | memory foam |
| Headband | memory foam | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 45 mm★ |
| Drivers | 4★ | — |
| Freq Min | 16 Hz | 5 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz | 40 kHz |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 35 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 105 dB★ | 100 dB |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | Foldable design with ergonomic headband, memory foam ear cups and multi-point rotation, travel pouch | SBC, aptX, AAC |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | ✗ |
| ANC Type | hybrid | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.0★ | 4.1 |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | 1.2000000476837158 m |
| Range | 15 m★ | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 60 hrs★ | 38 hrs |
| Charge Time | 2 hrs★ | 4 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 5 minutes for 4 hours of listening | — |
| 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 | — |
| 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
Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BTWH
- Strong sound (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong connectivity (79th percentile)
- Strong battery (77th percentile)
- Strong build (76th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (2nd percentile)2nd %ile
- Below average comfort (10th percentile)10th %ile
- Below average social proof (22nd percentile)
- Below average anc (32nd percentile)
Pricing
Soundcore Life Q20 offers 6.2x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 91 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 13 of 40 specs.
