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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you're looking for a higher-quality sound and a more immersive experience during gaming or critical listening, the EPOS PC38X would be the better choice, but it comes at a higher cost. The PC38X offers an open-back design that provides a spacious soundstage and is suited for home use, as this design may leak sound. On the other hand, the Raycon The Everyday Earbuds are more affordable and provide a convenient and portable option with good isolation, making them suitable for commuting or casual listening. However, they may not match the audio fidelity or the comfort of the over-ear PC38X for extended use. Keep in mind that the EPOS headset has a boom microphone for clear communication, which may be beneficial for online meetings or multiplayer gaming, while the Raycons have built-in mics typically suitable for phone calls. If you need wireless convenience and a lower price point is a priority, go for the Raycons. If you're willing to invest in superior sound quality and don't mind wires or a higher price, the EPOS PC38X would be worth considering. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the EPOS PC38X
- Best in class for music
- Best in class for phone calls
- Best in class for gaming
- Excellent for TV and video
- Good for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the Raycon The Everyday Earbuds
- Very good for air travel
Key differences
Music
9.5
6.4
The EPOS PC38X is best in class for music, while the Raycon The Everyday Earbuds is only fair.
Gaming
10.0
7.2
The EPOS PC38X is best in class for gaming, while the Raycon The Everyday Earbuds is good.
Phone Calls
10.0
4.6
The EPOS PC38X is best in class for phone calls, while the Raycon The Everyday Earbuds is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
7.9
4.9
The EPOS PC38X is good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Raycon The Everyday Earbuds is poor.
TV and Video
9.0
7.2
The EPOS PC38X is excellent for TV and video, while the Raycon The Everyday Earbuds is good.
Noise Reduction
2.5
6.5
The Raycon The Everyday Earbuds is only fair for noise reduction, while the EPOS PC38X is poor.
Battery
N/A
6.0 Hours
The EPOS PC38X does not have a battery. The Raycon The Everyday Earbuds has 6 hours of battery life.
Cost
$139
$73
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$100
$150
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The EPOS PC38X has a price of $139 and the Raycon The Everyday Earbuds costs $73.
Build Quality
8.5
9.0
The Raycon The Everyday Earbuds has excellent build quality, while the EPOS PC38X has very good build quality.
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How the EPOS PC38X and the Raycon The Everyday Earbuds compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| EPOS PC38X | Raycon The Everyday Earbuds |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$139 | $73 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | EPOS | Raycon | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | September 1, 2020 | September 1, 2019 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 9.6/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 10/10 | 4.6/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 10/10 | 7.3/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 9.1/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 4.5/10 | 6.6/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | N/A | 6 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | N/A | Yes | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | N/A | 1.5 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | N/A | 5.2 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | N/A | 24 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 2.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | N/A | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | N/A | No | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | N/A | No | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 10/10 | 5.7/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.5/10 | 9/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 8.4/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | N/A | Small | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 249.4 Grams | 4 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Boom | Integrated | |
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EPOS PC38X
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Everyday Listening
Ryan Soo | November 2021
"Lightweight and comfortable design, Mic arm with mute, Excellent tuning, Highly natural midrange voicing, Clean and separated bass, Solid soundstage dimensions. Combining all day comfort and integrated coms with a balanced and spacious sound from essentially any source, it is hard to deny the versatility and value provided by the PC38X."
Raycon The Everyday Earbuds
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Wired
Parker Hall | January 2023
"Sure, every influencer owns these buds. They’re still pretty good. In this price range, getting anything that seals well in your ears for good soundstage, doesn’t sound like trash, and won’t immediately break is a huge win. The Everyday Buds tick all of those boxes for me, and I intend to use them at least nearly every day; I go to the gym on alternating evenings. Damn it, YouTube. You've cost me good money again."
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About EPOS
EPOS is a relatively new company with a very long heritage. Previously known as Sennheiser Communications, EPOS is the result of the joint venture between the German headphone manufacturer Sennheiser and the Danish Demant that sought to develop premium audio communication solutions. They specialize in two main product groups, enterprise communications and gaming communication headsets and processing devices.
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