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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Audeze LCD 2 Classic headphones offer superior sound quality and an exceptional soundstage, making them ideal for an immersive music experience. However, their open design doesn't isolate sound well, they're not portable, and lack features like active noise canceling, making them less suitable for noisy environments and travel. On the other hand, the Soundcore Life P3 earbuds are more versatile due to their active noise canceling, portability, and suitability for exercise. They're also wireless with customizable controls via an app, and have a decent battery life with a charging case. Although they offer good sound quality, it’s not on par with the Audeze, and their build is more consumer-grade. If budget is a concern and versatility is a priority, the Soundcore Life P3 may be a better option, but if you're seeking the best audio fidelity and can forgo portability and additional features, the Audeze LCD 2 Classic should be your choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Audeze LCD 2 Classic
- Excellent for music
- Good for gaming
- Very good for TV and video
- Good for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the Soundcore Life P3
- Very good for exercise
- Very good for air travel
Key differences
Music
9.2
5.7
The Audeze LCD 2 Classic is excellent for music, while the Soundcore Life P3 is poor.
Gaming
7.3
5.1
The Audeze LCD 2 Classic is good for gaming, while the Soundcore Life P3 is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
7.7
5.9
The Audeze LCD 2 Classic is good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Soundcore Life P3 is poor.
TV and Video
8.6
5.5
The Audeze LCD 2 Classic is very good for TV and video, while the Soundcore Life P3 is poor.
Noise Reduction
2.5
9.1
The Soundcore Life P3 is excellent for noise reduction, while the Audeze LCD 2 Classic is poor.
Battery
N/A
7.0 Hours
The Audeze LCD 2 Classic does not have a battery. The Soundcore Life P3 has 7 hours of battery life.
Cost
$799
$80
$50
$100
$150
$200
$250
$300
$350
$400
The Audeze LCD 2 Classic has a price of $799 and the Soundcore Life P3 costs $80.
Build Quality
10.0
8.8
The Audeze LCD 2 Classic has best in class build quality, while the Soundcore Life P3 has very good build quality.
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Key similarities
Phone Calls
4.8
5.1
The Soundcore Life P3 and Audeze LCD 2 Classic are both poor for phone calls.
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How the Audeze LCD 2 Classic and the Soundcore Life P3 compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Audeze LCD 2 Classic | Soundcore Life P3 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$799 | $80 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Audeze | Soundcore | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | November 1, 2017 | June 1, 2021 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 9.3/10 | 5.8/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 4.9/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 7.3/10 | 5.2/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 8.6/10 | 5.5/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 4.4/10 | 8.4/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | N/A | 7 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | N/A | Yes | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | N/A | 0.8 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | N/A | 5 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | N/A | 35 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 2.5/10 | 9.1/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | N/A | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | N/A | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | N/A | Yes | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | N/A | 6.5/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 10/10 | 8.8/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 8/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | N/A | Small | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 635 Grams | 4.5 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | N/A | Integrated | |
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Audeze LCD 2 Classic
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The Greatest Song
Greatest Song Team | August 2023
"These headphones outdo rival planar magnetic headphones, especially in terms of dynamics. Compared to the Hifiman Ananda or the Hifiman Edition XS there is noticeably more slam in the sound, particularly in the bass. The LCD-2C gives you a fantastic sense of quiet dynamics with crystalline precision. This is evident also in our clinical tests, where it’s just easier to understand spoken text at very low volumes."
Soundcore Life P3
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Tom's Guide
Alex Bracetti | July 2021
"Anker continues its trend of stealth releases, recently dropping the Soundcore Life P3 out of nowhere. This product essentially replaces the disappointing Life A2 NC as the brand’s flagship ANC model under $100. It comes with bassy audio and enough features to give even the best noise-cancelling earbuds pause."
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About Audeze
Audeze is an, award-winning, American premium headphone manufacturer based in California. Founded in 2008, their products are developed around aerospace materials technology first used by NASA and are widely used by enthusiasts and professionals alike, not only in the fields of music and sound engineering but also in e-sports and the health industry.
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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