Soundcore V20i
Score: 76/100
SoundPEATS C30 with ANC
Score: 87/100Rankings
The SoundPEATS C30 earbuds deliver hybrid ANC up to 52 dB, LDAC hi-res audio, and up to 52 hours of total playback. Their battery life and feature set are impressive for the price, but LDAC disables certain functions and the ANC is slightly weaker than premium models. Best suited for budget-conscious Android users seeking high-resolution sound and strong noise cancellation.
The Soundcore V20i provides an open-ear design with strong bass, long battery life, and robust IP55 protection. It lacks active noise cancellation and can sound hollow, and the hooks may need adjustment. Best for active users who prioritize awareness and battery endurance over immersive isolation.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
36 hours | 42 hoursbest | |
8 hoursbest | 7.5 hours | |
| ↓ lower better | — | 120 minutesbest |
16 mmbest | 12 mm | |
| ↓ lower better | 10 minutesbest | 10 minutesbest |
— | 10 metersbest | |
20,000 Hzbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 76.4 g | 44 gbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Build & Design(2) | ||
IP Rating | IP55 | IP54 |
Total Weight (Earbuds + Case) (g) | 76.4 g | 44 g |
Battery & Power(2) | ||
Battery Life (Total with Case) (hours) | 36 hours | 42 hours |
Battery Life (Earbuds Only) (hours) | 8 hours | 7.5 hours |
Features(1) | ||
Active Noise Cancellation | false | true |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Bluetooth Version | 5.4 | 6.0 |
Audio(2) | ||
Driver Size (mm) | 16 mm | 12 mm |
Microphone Count | 4 | 6 |
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Professional reviewers commend the V20i for its comfortable open-ear hook design, strong bass via BassUp, clear call performance with AI-enhanced microphones, and robust IP55-rated durability. However, they point out the hollow sound signature, lack of active noise cancellation, and a weight that is higher than some ultra-light competitors.
Everyday users love the secure fit, long battery life, bass punch, and the fun, music-synced lighting, while repeatedly noting the hollow audio character, occasional app glitches, and the need to fine-tune the hooks for a perfect fit.
Professional reviewers praise the C30 for delivering premium-class ANC, LDAC Hi-Res audio and exceptional battery life at a sub-$50 price point. Scarbir and Tech With Korey both give high marks to the adaptive 52 dB ANC and note the stable Bluetooth 6.0 connection, while WhatGadget highlights codec support. The app's deep customization and fast charging are also repeatedly commended, though reviewers flag that LDAC disables several useful modes.
Everyday users, though few in number, consistently highlight the earbuds' value-for-money, strong ANC silence and long battery life. A Versus.com reviewer rates them 9/10 as the best sub-$50 option, emphasizing the "overwhelming silence" from ANC and the LDAC advantage, while no major complaints have surfaced due to limited review volume.
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