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Updated January 10, 2024·
If budget is a primary concern and you prefer a lightweight, open-back design for natural sound, the Koss Porta Pro could be the better choice. However, the Soundcore Space Q45 offers modern features such as active noise cancellation and potentially better sound isolation through its closed-back design, suitable for noisy environments. The Soundcore also provides wireless connectivity, which may be more convenient, but keep in mind that it comes at a higher price point. Lastly, over-ear headphones like the Q45 often offer more comfort for extended use compared to the on-ear design of the Porta Pro. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Koss Porta Pro
- Very good for music
- Good for TV and video
Advantages of the Soundcore Space Q45
- Excellent for air travel
Key differences
Music
8.2
7.1
The Koss Porta Pro is very good for music, while the Soundcore Space Q45 is good.
Gaming
6.4
5.4
The Koss Porta Pro is only fair for gaming, while the Soundcore Space Q45 is poor.
Phone Calls
4.3
4.9
The Soundcore Space Q45 and Koss Porta Pro are both poor for phone calls, though the Soundcore Space Q45 is somewhat better.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
6.8
5.9
The Koss Porta Pro is only fair for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Soundcore Space Q45 is poor.
TV and Video
7.6
5.6
The Koss Porta Pro is good for TV and video, while the Soundcore Space Q45 is poor.
Noise Reduction
2.5
8.7
The Soundcore Space Q45 is very good for noise reduction, while the Koss Porta Pro is poor.
Battery
N/A
41.0 Hours
The Koss Porta Pro does not have a battery. The Soundcore Space Q45 has 41 hours of battery life.
Cost
$49
$130
$0
$50
$100
$150
$200
The Koss Porta Pro has a price of $49 and the Soundcore Space Q45 costs $130.
Build Quality
6.0
8.5
The Soundcore Space Q45 has very good build quality, while the Koss Porta Pro has only fair build quality.
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How the Koss Porta Pro and the Soundcore Space Q45 compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Koss Porta Pro | Soundcore Space Q45 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$49 | $130 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Koss | Soundcore | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 1984 | August 1, 2022 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wired + Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 8.3/10 | 7.1/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 4.3/10 | 5/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 6.4/10 | 5.4/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.7/10 | 5.7/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 4.2/10 | 6.2/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | N/A | 41 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | N/A | No | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | N/A | 1.8 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | N/A | 5.3 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 2.5/10 | 8.8/10 | |
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 | 6/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 6/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 63.5 Grams | 294.8 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | N/A | Integrated | |
Waterproof Rating | |||
Waterproof Rating | 0 | 0 | |
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Koss Porta Pro
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Sebastian Taboada | February 2022
"It’s clear to see why these have been such a popular choice amongst listeners for nearly four decades. It’s a charming pair of headphones that delivers a truly enjoyable listening experience and one that I think punches well above its weight."
Soundcore Space Q45
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Riley Ballantyne | June 2023
"The Anker Soundcore Space Q45 is a great pair of active noise canceling (ANC) headphones, and the $150 USD price tag only sweetens the deal. Unlike many mid-tier wireless headphones, the Q45 microphone system rejects quite a bit of background noise, making this a great work headset too."
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About Koss
Koss is an American headphone manufacturer established in 1953. In 1958, they created the first set of stereophones, that is headphones with stereo sound, and in 1984 they released the world-famous Porta Pro, a set of on-ear headphones that has remained essentially unchanged for more than 30 years and that is still made, sold and loved by many audio enthusiasts around the world today.
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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