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Updated January 10, 2024·
For immersive music listening, the Soundcore Space A40 offer slightly better sound quality and active noise cancelling, which the Beats EP lack. If you plan on wireless use and need long battery life, the Space A40 are also favorable, with up to 40 hours including the case's charge. They're also sweatproof, making them suitable for exercise. However, if you prefer the stable fit and possibly better durability of on-ear headphones along with a wired connection, thus avoiding any latency issues for TV or gaming, the Beats EP could be the better choice despite the higher cost. Both have good build quality, but the Beats EP may not be as comfortable or portable as the Soundcore Space A40. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Beats EP
- Very good for music
- Good for TV and video
Advantages of the Soundcore Space A40
- Very good for air travel
Key differences
Gaming
6.3
4.9
The Beats EP is only fair for gaming, while the Soundcore Space A40 is poor.
Phone Calls
4.2
4.8
The Soundcore Space A40 and Beats EP are both poor for phone calls, though the Soundcore Space A40 is somewhat better.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
6.8
4.9
The Beats EP is only fair for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Soundcore Space A40 is poor.
TV and Video
7.6
5.3
The Beats EP is good for TV and video, while the Soundcore Space A40 is poor.
Noise Reduction
5.3
9.1
The Soundcore Space A40 is excellent for noise reduction, while the Beats EP is poor.
Battery
N/A
8.0 Hours
The Beats EP does not have a battery. The Soundcore Space A40 has 8 hours of battery life.
Cost
$100
$80
$40
$60
$80
$100
$120
$140
$160
The Beats EP has a price of $100 and the Soundcore Space A40 costs $80.
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Key similarities
Music
8.1
7.7
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Beats EP to be very good for music, while the Soundcore Space A40 is good.
Build Quality
8.0
8.5
The Soundcore Space A40 and Beats EP both have very good build quality.
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How the Beats EP and the Soundcore Space A40 compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Beats EP | Soundcore Space A40 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$100 | $80 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Beats | Soundcore | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | November 1, 2018 | August 1, 2022 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 8.1/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 4.3/10 | 4.9/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 6.3/10 | 5/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.6/10 | 5.4/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 4.3/10 | 6.2/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | N/A | 8 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | N/A | Yes | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | N/A | 0.8 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | N/A | 5.2 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | N/A | 32 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 5.3/10 | 9.1/10 | |
Android App | |||
Android App | N/A | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | N/A | Yes | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | N/A | 6/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | N/A | Small | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 226.7 Grams | 4 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | N/A | Integrated | |
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Beats EP
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Ulf Kaiser | 2015
"With the EP model, Beats delivers a stylish headphone with cable connection and hands-free functionality that should please consumers seeking a balanced sound for playback on mobile devices."
Soundcore Space A40
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Sound Guys
Sam Smart | May 2023
"The Anker Soundcore Space A40 is an excellent deal if you want affordable noise canceling earbuds with great sound. The baseline frequency response is enjoyable, and the many EQ presets to choose from plus the ability to customize your sound profile makes it good for pretty much anyone. The noise canceling is quite good, and the many ear tips to choose from ensure a good fit for the noise canceling and isolation to do its job."
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About Beats
Beats is an American, consumer-focused, audio products manufacturer. Founded originally by American rapper and producer Dr Dre, the company is now a subsidiary of Apple. Beats sells a wide range of audio products, including several models of headphones, earbuds and speakers as well as full car audio systems.
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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