Audio-Technica ATH-M20x White
Score: 67/100
Soundcore Life Q20 with ANC
Score: 81/100Rankings
The Soundcore Life Q20 provides hybrid ANC and an impressive 60-hour battery, targeting budget-friendly travelers. Its drawbacks include a bulky headband, a flimsy travel pouch, and occasional treble harshness. Ideal for commuters who prioritize endurance and low-frequency noise reduction.
The Audio-Technica ATH-M20x is a wired over-ear studio monitor with 40 mm drivers, lightweight construction, and solid bass response. It offers no Bluetooth, a fixed non-detachable cable, and can become uncomfortable during extended sessions. Best suited for beginner to intermediate home-studio users seeking affordable monitoring.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
— | 60 hoursbest | |
40 mmbest | 40 mmbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 260.9 g | 255 gbest |
47 Ωbest | 16 Ω | |
96 dB SPLbest | — | |
— | 15 mbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Connectivity(1) | ||
Wireless Connectivity | false | true |
Audio(3) | ||
Frequency Response | 15-20000 | 16-40000 |
Impedance (Ω) | 47 Ω | 16 Ω |
Active Noise Cancellation | false | true |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (g) | 260.9 g | 255 g |
Dimensions (H×W×D) (mm) | 169.8×207.0×82.0 mm mm | 78x180x195 mm |
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Professional reviewers praise the M20x for its tight channel matching, low distortion, solid build, and strong bass response, noting excellent value for the price. However, they point out comfort issues after extended wear, a predominantly plastic construction, a fixed non-detachable cable, and occasional high-frequency inconsistencies.
Everyday users commend the headphones for strong bass, effective isolation, lightweight comfort in short sessions, and clear sound without needing an amp, while repeatedly citing ear fatigue after 1-2 hours, the non-removable cable, a plasticky feel, and minor high-frequency quirks as common drawbacks.
“powers multiple flights”
Professional reviewers commend the Life Q20 for its feather-light weight, impressive battery endurance, and effective low-frequency ANC, noting that the hybrid system and Hi-Res drivers deliver a satisfying audio experience for the price. However, they point out ergonomic drawbacks such as the oversized headband, a flimsy travel pouch, and occasional audio imbalances like bass inconsistency with glasses and harsh treble, as well as the absence of a low-latency gaming mode.
Everyday users overwhelmingly praise the ultra-long battery life and reliable ANC that silences cabin and traffic noise, while also highlighting the comfort of the memory-foam earcups. Recurring criticisms focus on the bulky headband on smaller heads, the minimal protection of the drawstring pouch, occasional app pairing issues, and treble harshness that can become fatiguing over long sessions.
