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Updated January 10, 2024·
The AKG K712 Pro offers an expansive soundstage and high comfort for prolonged listening sessions, ideal for critical listening and mixing music in a quiet environment; however, they are not designed for use during exercise or noisy places due to their open-back design and lack of active noise cancelling. On the other hand, the Soundcore Life Q20 provides good noise isolation with active noise cancelling, making it suitable for commuting and air travel, and it has a longer battery life which is beneficial if you're on the go. The Life Q20 is also foldable for easier transport and offers built-in controls, whereas the K712 Pro lacks these features but has a detachable cable. Consider the Soundcore Life Q20 if you need a versatile, more affordable option with decent everyday performance, or go for the AKG K712 Pro if you prioritize audio quality and comfort for home use despite a higher price point. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the AKG K712 Pro
- Good for gaming
- Very good for TV and video
- Good for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the Soundcore Life Q20
- Excellent for air travel
Key differences
Music
7.7
7.0
The AKG K712 Pro and Soundcore Life Q20 are both good for music, though the AKG K712 Pro is somewhat better.
Gaming
7.0
5.2
The AKG K712 Pro is good for gaming, while the Soundcore Life Q20 is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
7.8
4.7
The AKG K712 Pro is good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Soundcore Life Q20 is poor.
TV and Video
8.4
5.3
The AKG K712 Pro is very good for TV and video, while the Soundcore Life Q20 is poor.
Noise Reduction
2.5
8.7
The Soundcore Life Q20 is very good for noise reduction, while the AKG K712 Pro is poor.
Battery
N/A
32.3 Hours
The AKG K712 Pro does not have a battery. The Soundcore Life Q20 has 32.3 hours of battery life.
Cost
$659
$43
$0
$100
$200
$300
$400
The AKG K712 Pro has a price of $659 and the Soundcore Life Q20 costs $43.
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Key similarities
Phone Calls
4.9
4.9
The AKG K712 Pro and Soundcore Life Q20 are both poor for phone calls.
Build Quality
8.5
8.0
The AKG K712 Pro and Soundcore Life Q20 both have very good build quality.
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How the AKG K712 Pro and the Soundcore Life Q20 compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| AKG K712 Pro | Soundcore Life Q20 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$659 | $43 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | AKG | Soundcore | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | July 1, 2013 | November 1, 2020 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wired + Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 7.8/10 | 7/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 4.9/10 | 4.9/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 7/10 | 5.2/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 8.5/10 | 5.3/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 4.4/10 | 5.3/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | N/A | 32.3 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | N/A | No | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | N/A | 1.8 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | N/A | 5 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 2.5/10 | 8.8/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | N/A | |
Android App | |||
Android App | N/A | No | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | N/A | No | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | N/A | 6.8/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 8.4/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 235 Grams | 258.5 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | N/A | Integrated | |
Waterproof Rating | |||
Waterproof Rating | 0 | 0 | |
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Michael | October 2013
"AKG has created a mini-masterpiece in my opinion. I enjoy this headphone a great deal and it will become my go-to reference headphone for the time being. She is slick, sexy, well-balanced, and crazy comfortable."
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Christian Thomas | January 2022
"As far as headphones that cost under $100 go, the Anker Soundcore Life Q20 is a really solid option. Like any good tool, it does the job well without much guff, and it’s affordable to boot. Sure: it’s not going toe to toe with any of the higher-end models of ANC headphones out there—but the headphones do well enough for commuters that it’s a good stand-in if you were never planning on spending a bunch of money anyway."
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About Soundcore
Soundcore is a sub-brand belonging to Anker Innovations. Starting in 2014, initially marketing wireless, Bluetooth, speakers, Anker now offers an array of, budget-friendly, wireless earbuds and headphones that directly compete, especially in the Active Noise Canceling field, with other brands several times as expensive.
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