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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you exercise frequently and need secure fitting earbuds that won't fall out during intense workouts, the Beats Powerbeats Pro are better for you due to their ear hook design. However, if you're on a budget and looking for a more affordable option that still delivers good sound quality for casual listening, the Soundcore P20i may suit your needs. Keep in mind the Powerbeats Pro will generally offer better sound quality and features like longer battery life and a more reliable connection, but they come at a higher price compared to the P20i, which could be a more cost-effective choice for everyday use without too much compromise on performance. If having a built-in microphone for clear calls or virtual surround sound is critical for you, check whether the model you choose includes these features, as they can greatly enhance your listening experience for calls or immersive gaming and movies. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Beats Powerbeats Pro
- Good for phone calls
- Excellent for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the Soundcore P20i
- Good for gaming
- Good for TV and video
- Very good for air travel
Key differences
Gaming
5.5
7.3
The Soundcore P20i is good for gaming, while the Beats Powerbeats Pro is poor.
Phone Calls
7.0
5.0
The Beats Powerbeats Pro is good for phone calls, while the Soundcore P20i is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
9.2
4.7
The Beats Powerbeats Pro is excellent for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Soundcore P20i is poor.
TV and Video
5.7
7.0
The Soundcore P20i is good for TV and video, while the Beats Powerbeats Pro is poor.
Noise Reduction
4.6
6.5
The Soundcore P20i is only fair for noise reduction, while the Beats Powerbeats Pro is poor.
Battery
10.0 Hours
9.0 Hours
The Beats Powerbeats Pro has 10 hours of battery life. The Soundcore P20i has 9 hours of battery life.
Cost
$250
$30
$0
$50
$100
$150
$200
$250
$300
$350
The Beats Powerbeats Pro has a price of $250 and the Soundcore P20i costs $30.
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Key similarities
Music
6.5
6.4
The Beats Powerbeats Pro and Soundcore P20i are both only fair for music.
Build Quality
8.8
9.0
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Soundcore P20i to have excellent build quality, while the Beats Powerbeats Pro has very good build quality.
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How the Beats Powerbeats Pro and the Soundcore P20i compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
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| Beats Powerbeats Pro | Soundcore P20i |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$250 | $30 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Beats | Soundcore | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2019 | May 1, 2023 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wireless | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 6.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 7/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.5/10 | 7.4/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 5.8/10 | 7/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 6.6/10 | 6.3/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 10 Hours | 9 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | No | Yes | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 1.5 Hours | 2 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5 | 5.3 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | 24 | 20 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 4.6/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | Yes | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | No | Yes | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 6/10 | 7/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.8/10 | 9/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 8/10 | 7/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Large | Small | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 11 Grams | 4.5 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Integrated | |
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Sound Guys
Christian Thomas | November 2022
"Sweat resistance, actual noise isolation, and a secure fit in your ears make these the true wireless earphones you want in Apple-land. Android users may find other options they like better, as these only support AAC."
Soundcore P20i
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Critic Reviewer
Ranbir Sen | May 2023
"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 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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