Soundcore Life Q20
Marshall Major V
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
Marshall Major V
The Marshall Major V headphones are generally well-received, with users praising their sound quality, long battery life, and stylish design. Many appreciate the comfortable fit and foldable portability, though some note the on-ear fit can become tight during extended use. A few users report durability issues, with one unit failing after several months. Overall, they are seen as a solid choice for everyday listening, especially for those who don't require active noise cancellation.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Long battery life
- Stylish design
- Comfortable fit
- Foldable and portable
Cons
- Tight fit during long use
- No active noise cancellation
- Sound leakage at high volume
- Durability issues reported
Scores
Specifications
| Soundcore Life Q20 | Marshall Major V | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | on-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.26 kg | 0.19 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | memory foam | — |
| Headband | memory foam | テキスタイルとレザー |
| 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 | 106 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | Foldable design with ergonomic headband, memory foam ear cups and multi-point rotation, travel pouch | AAC, LC3, SBC |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | ✗ |
| ANC Type | hybrid | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.3★ |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | — |
| Range | 15 m★ | 10.100000381469727 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 60 hrs | 100 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 2 hrs★ | 3 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 5 minutes for 4 hours of listening | 15 minutes = 15 hours |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 4★ | 1 |
| NC Mic | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant | voice assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | ✗ |
| App | soundcore app | Marshall Bluetooth 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
Marshall Major V
- Strong battery (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong sound (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Below average user sentiment (22nd percentile)
- Below average anc (32nd percentile)
Pricing
Soundcore Life Q20 offers 2.4x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 90 overall, wins 5 of 7 usage categories and 11 of 41 specs.
