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Updated January 10, 2024·
If sound quality and design are your top priorities, and you're willing to invest in a premium product, the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ offer superior audio performance and a sleek, high-end build. However, if you are budget-conscious and seek value for money with decent noise cancelling, the Soundcore Life Q20 is an affordable option with good sound quality, although it may not match the craftmanship or sound fidelity of the Beoplay EQ. Note that while the Bang and Olufsen offer active noise cancellation, which is advanced, the Soundcore also provides noise cancellation but might not be as effective. The Beoplay EQ is more suited for audiophiles and those who want a luxurious listening experience, while the Soundcore is practical for everyday casual use. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ
- Good for phone calls
- Very good for gaming
- Good for TV and video
- Very good for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the Soundcore Life Q20
- Good for music
- Excellent for air travel
Key differences
Gaming
8.4
5.2
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ is very good for gaming, while the Soundcore Life Q20 is poor.
Phone Calls
7.2
4.9
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ is good for phone calls, while the Soundcore Life Q20 is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
8.8
4.7
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ is very good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Soundcore Life Q20 is poor.
TV and Video
7.8
5.3
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ is good for TV and video, while the Soundcore Life Q20 is poor.
Noise Reduction
7.0
8.7
The Soundcore Life Q20 is very good for noise reduction, while the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ is good.
Battery
6.5 Hours
32.3 Hours
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ has 6.5 hours of battery life. The Soundcore Life Q20 has 32.3 hours of battery life.
Cost
$176
$60
$50
$100
$150
$200
$250
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ has a price of $176 and the Soundcore Life Q20 costs $60.
Build Quality
8.9
8.0
The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ and Soundcore Life Q20 both have very good build quality, though the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ has somewhat better build quality.
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Key similarities
Music
6.8
7.0
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Soundcore Life Q20 to be good for music, while the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ is only fair.
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How the Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ and the Soundcore Life Q20 compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
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| Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ | Soundcore Life Q20 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$176 | $60 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Bang and Olufsen | Soundcore | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 1, 2021 | November 1, 2020 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wireless | Wired + Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 6.9/10 | 7/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 7.2/10 | 4.9/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.4/10 | 5.2/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.8/10 | 5.3/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 6.4/10 | 5.3/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 6.5 Hours | 32.3 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | Yes | No | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 1.5 Hours | 1.8 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5.2 | 5 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | 20 | N/A | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 7/10 | 8.8/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | N/A | |
Android App | |||
Android App | Yes | No | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | Yes | No | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 6.5/10 | 6.8/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.9/10 | 8/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7.6/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Large | N/A | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 8 Grams | 258.5 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Integrated | |
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Bang and Olufsen Beoplay EQ
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PC Mag
Tim Gideon | March 2022
"Bang & Olufsen’s audio products prioritize style and function just as much as sound quality. The company’s latest Beoplay EQ noise-cancelling true wireless earphones combine strong, accurate-leaning audio with solid noise cancellation in an exceedingly classy design."
Soundcore Life Q20
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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 Bang and Olufsen
Bang and Olufsen is an almost century-old electronic goods manufacturer based in Denmark with a very special focus on design. Peter Bang and Svend Olufsen created the first AC radio in 1925 and went on to develop televisions, telephones and, of course, headphones and loudspeakers. Today, they are partnered with several companies, like Audi, BMW and Aston Martin, to provide very high-quality audio solutions.
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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