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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prefer headphones that are generally less pricey and offer superb sound quality for music, the Marshall Major IV could be the better choice; they also have an impressive battery life and a detachable cable. On the other hand, the Soundcore Space Q45 provides superior features such as active noise cancelling, an app equalizer for sound customization, and optimization for both Android and Apple devices, which might justify the slightly higher cost. The Q45s also have a more expansive soundstage and higher noise isolation, making them better suited for immersive listening experiences, especially in noisy environments. However, the Space Q45 has a shorter battery life compared to the Major IV. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Marshall Major IV
- The Marshall Major IV has no clear advantages over the Soundcore Space Q45.
Advantages of the Soundcore Space Q45
- Good for music
- Excellent for air travel
Key differences
Music
6.6
7.1
The Soundcore Space Q45 is good for music, while the Marshall Major IV is only fair.
Phone Calls
5.8
4.9
The Marshall Major IV and Soundcore Space Q45 are both poor for phone calls, though the Marshall Major IV is somewhat better.
Noise Reduction
5.6
8.7
The Soundcore Space Q45 is very good for noise reduction, while the Marshall Major IV is poor.
Battery
80.0 Hours
41.0 Hours
The Marshall Major IV has 80 hours of battery life. The Soundcore Space Q45 has 41 hours of battery life.
Cost
$100
$130
$0
$50
$100
$150
$200
The Marshall Major IV has a price of $100 and the Soundcore Space Q45 costs $130.
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Key similarities
Gaming
5.4
5.4
The Marshall Major IV and Soundcore Space Q45 are both poor for gaming.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
6.1
5.9
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Marshall Major IV to be only fair for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Soundcore Space Q45 is poor.
TV and Video
5.7
5.6
The Marshall Major IV and Soundcore Space Q45 are both poor for TV and video.
Build Quality
8.5
8.5
The Marshall Major IV and Soundcore Space Q45 both have very good build quality.
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How the Marshall Major IV and the Soundcore Space Q45 compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Marshall Major IV | Soundcore Space Q45 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$100 | $130 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Marshall | Soundcore | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | October 1, 2021 | August 1, 2022 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired + Wireless | Wired + Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 6.6/10 | 7.1/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 5.8/10 | 5/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.5/10 | 5.4/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 5.8/10 | 5.7/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 6.3/10 | 6.2/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 80 Hours | 41 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | Yes | No | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 3 Hours | 1.8 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5 | 5.3 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 5.7/10 | 8.8/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | No | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | No | Yes | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 9/10 | 6/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7.8/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 165 Grams | 294.8 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Integrated | |
Waterproof Rating | |||
Waterproof Rating | 0 | 0 | |
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Jasper Lastoria | September 2023
"The Marshall Major IV shares quite a bit in common with its predecessor, but a key upgrade appears to be softer ear cushions. They make upgrading worth it. As a set of basic wired or wireless headphones the Major IV ticks most boxes by remaining easy to use, and fairly comfortable (at least, as on-ear headphones go)."
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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 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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