Sony WHCH710N with ANC
Score: 67/100
Soundcore Q30
Score: 83/100Rankings
The Soundcore Q30 offers hybrid ANC and a marathon-length battery, making it ideal for commuters and travelers. Its main trade-offs are audio leakage, ear-cup slippage, and a plasticky feel. Best suited for budget-conscious users who value long playtime and customizable sound.
The Sony WH-CH710N provides AI-driven ANC, up to 35 hours of battery life, and quick-charge capability in a lightweight over-ear package. Sound quality is mediocre and the build feels cheap, with limited codec support. It fits commuters looking for affordable ANC and long playback without premium expectations.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
35 hours | 60 hoursbest | |
30 mm | 40 mmbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 222 gbest | 272 g |
— | 16 Ωbest | |
— | 95 dB SPLbest | |
10 mbest | — |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Battery & Power(1) | ||
Battery Life (hours) | 35 hours | 60 hours |
Audio(4) | ||
Frequency Response | 7-20000 Hz (Wired), 20-20000 Hz (Bluetooth) | 20-40000 |
Driver Size (mm) | 30 mm | 40 mm |
Impedance (Ω) | 72 Ω (On), 33 Ω (Off) Ω | 16 Ω |
Sensitivity (dB SPL) | 94 dB/mW (On), 100 dB/mW (Off) dB SPL | 95 dB SPL |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (g) | 222 g | 272 g |
Dimensions (H×W×D) (mm) | 188 x 168 x 81 mm mm | 78x180x195 mm |
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Professional reviewers view the WH-CH710N as a decent mid-range option that excels in comfort, battery life, and usable ANC, but they note that its build quality and sound performance fall short of expectations for its price.
Everyday users appreciate the lightweight feel, long battery life, and functional ANC, yet they frequently complain about the cheap plastic feel and audio quality that doesn't match the cost.
Professional reviewers commend the Q30 for its impressive low-frequency ANC, marathon-length battery and comfortable fit at a budget price, while noting audio leakage at high volumes and a less premium build compared to flagship models.
Everyday users consistently praise the comfort, long battery life and effective low-frequency noise cancellation, but many flag sound leakage, earcup slippage during vigorous movement, and a bass-heavy default sound that often needs EQ adjustment.
“Outstanding battery life (>40 hours)”
“Excellent low-frequency reduction (90% thumps gone)”
