Soundcore Q30
Score: 83/100
Audio-Technica ATH-M20xBTWH White
Score: 81/100Rankings
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 Audio-Technica ATH-M20xBTWH is a wireless over-ear headset featuring 40 mm studio-tuned drivers and an impressive 60-hour battery life. It lacks active noise cancellation and supports only basic AAC/SBC codecs, which may limit high-resolution streaming. Ideal for budget-conscious listeners who value long playback and multipoint connectivity.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
60 hoursbest | 60 hoursbest | |
40 mmbest | 40 mmbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 272 gbest | 670.5 g |
16 Ω | 36 Ωbest | |
95 dB SPL | 100 dB SPLbest | |
| ↓ lower better | — | 240 minutesbest |
— | 10 mbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Audio(4) | ||
Frequency Response | 20-40000 | 5-32000 |
Impedance (Ω) | 16 Ω | 36 Ω |
Sensitivity (dB SPL) | 95 dB SPL | 100 dB SPL |
Active Noise Cancellation | true | false |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (g) | 272 g | 670.5 g |
Dimensions (H×W×D) (mm) | 78x180x195 mm | 119.9×225.0×264.9 mm mm |
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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)”
Professional reviewers from B&H and Thomann commend the ATH-M20xBTWH for delivering full-range, hi-fi audio with large 40 mm drivers, exceptional 60-hour battery life, low-latency mode and multipoint pairing, while also appreciating the wired cable option for studio use. Their main criticisms focus on the lack of active noise cancellation and the limited AAC/SBC codec support, which may deter users seeking premium wireless audio features.
Everyday users rate the headphones highly, emphasizing the rich bass, long battery life, comfort and easy pairing as standout strengths. Recurring complaints center on the omnidirectional mic picking up ambient noise, the absence of ANC and the perception of a less rugged build.
