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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you highly value seamless integration with Apple products and a more comfortable fit, the Apple AirPods (2nd generation) are a solid choice despite their premium price compared to the Soundcore P20i. However, if battery life is a priority for you and you don't mind a slightly lower overall sound quality, the Soundcore P20i offers almost double the battery life and better customization options through their app, at a much lower price point. Both earbuds are designed for general use, but neither is especially suited for high-latency activities like gaming or watching TV. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Apple Airpods (2nd generation)
Very good for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the Soundcore P20i
Good for gaming
Good for TV and video
Very good for air travel
Key differences
Music
5.8/10
6.4/10
The Soundcore P20i is only fair for music, while the Apple Airpods (2nd generation) is poor.
Gaming
4.8/10
7.3/10
The Soundcore P20i is good for gaming, while the Apple Airpods (2nd generation) is poor.
Phone Calls
6.9/10
5.0/10
The Apple Airpods (2nd generation) is only fair for phone calls, while the Soundcore P20i is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
8.1/10
4.7/10
The Apple Airpods (2nd generation) is very good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Soundcore P20i is poor.
TV and Video
5.4/10
7.0/10
The Soundcore P20i is good for TV and video, while the Apple Airpods (2nd generation) is poor.
Noise Reduction
2.5/10
6.5/10
The Soundcore P20i is only fair for noise reduction, while the Apple Airpods (2nd generation) is poor.
Battery
4.0 Hours
9.0 Hours
The Apple Airpods (2nd generation) has 4 hours of battery life. The Soundcore P20i has 9 hours of battery life.
Cost
$89
$30
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The Apple Airpods (2nd generation) has a price of $89 and the Soundcore P20i costs $30.
Build Quality
7.6/10
9.0/10
The Soundcore P20i has excellent build quality, while the Apple Airpods (2nd generation) has good build quality.
"I would recommend the Soundcore P20i Earbuds to everyone who loves music and would like to own comfortable pair of earbuds with a great range of sound quality. I would recommend users who buy this device use the right comfortable ear tips as per your ear design."
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About Apple
Apple Inc. is an American technology company, founded in 1976, known for its wide range of premium products, including smartphones, computers, and audio solutions. Apple offers the very popular personal audio line AirPods, highly regarded for their wireless, smart capabilities and their seamless integration with the iPhone, iPad and Mac devices. They provide a high-quality sound, comfort and lifestyle features perfect for all users invested in their ecosystem.
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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