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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize overall sound quality and an immersive soundstage for home listening, the AKG K712 Pro is the better choice. However, these are open-back headphones, meaning they won't isolate sound well, so they're not ideal for noisy environments. Also, they might not be suitable for gaming or watching TV if you need low latency, since they are wired and don't support lossless codecs. Conversely, the Soundcore Space One provides good active noise cancellation, which makes them great for travel, and they're wireless, offering more freedom of movement. They're also more affordable, but you might sacrifice some sound quality and soundstage compared to the AKGs. Furthermore, the Soundcore Space One has features like app controls and a foldable design that improve their convenience and portability. 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 Space One
- Excellent for air travel
Key differences
Gaming
7.0
4.8
The AKG K712 Pro is good for gaming, while the Soundcore Space One is poor.
Phone Calls
4.9
4.2
The AKG K712 Pro and Soundcore Space One are both poor for phone calls, though the AKG K712 Pro is somewhat better.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
7.8
4.7
The AKG K712 Pro is good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Soundcore Space One is poor.
TV and Video
8.4
5.3
The AKG K712 Pro is very good for TV and video, while the Soundcore Space One is poor.
Noise Reduction
2.5
8.0
The Soundcore Space One is very good for noise reduction, while the AKG K712 Pro is poor.
Battery
N/A
30.0 Hours
The AKG K712 Pro does not have a battery. The Soundcore Space One has 30 hours of battery life.
Cost
$659
$100
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The AKG K712 Pro has a price of $659 and the Soundcore Space One costs $100.
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Key similarities
Music
7.7
7.8
The Soundcore Space One and AKG K712 Pro are both good for music.
Build Quality
8.5
8.0
The AKG K712 Pro and Soundcore Space One both have very good build quality.
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How the AKG K712 Pro and the Soundcore Space One compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| AKG K712 Pro | Soundcore Space One |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$659 | $100 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | AKG | Soundcore | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | July 1, 2013 | May 1, 2023 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wired + Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 7.8/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 4.9/10 | 4.2/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 7/10 | 4.9/10 | |
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 | 30 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | N/A | No | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | N/A | 1.5 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | N/A | 5.3 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 2.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | N/A | |
Android App | |||
Android App | N/A | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | N/A | Yes | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | N/A | 4.8/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 8.4/10 | 7/10 | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 235 Grams | 263 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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Tim Gideon | September 2023
"The Anker Soundcore Space One noise-cancelling headphones are stylish, comfortable, and affordable. They offer better active noise cancellation than we expect for the price, and their sculpted audio impresses thanks to the adjustable EQ and support for the hi-res LDAC codec. Overall, they’re an excellent value and well worth your attention if you're on a budget."
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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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