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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Moondrop Chu delivers superior overall sound quality and is better suited for calls and meetings, which may justify its slightly higher price compared to the Soundcore P20i. The Soundcore P20i, however, offers convenience with its wireless design and a longer battery life, making it great for on-the-go use and for those who prefer not dealing with cables. If you prioritize staying connected and hands-free, the P20i with its stem design also supports features like app customization and ear detection. Remember, the Chu is wired and lacks the extra features that come with the wireless P20i, which might be more appealing for active lifestyles. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Moondrop Chu
- Good for music
- Very good for phone calls
- Very good for gaming
- Good for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the Soundcore P20i
- Very good for air travel
Key differences
Music
7.9
6.4
The Moondrop Chu is good for music, while the Soundcore P20i is only fair.
Gaming
8.0
7.3
The Moondrop Chu is very good for gaming, while the Soundcore P20i is good.
Phone Calls
8.8
5.0
The Moondrop Chu is very good for phone calls, while the Soundcore P20i is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
7.6
4.7
The Moondrop Chu is good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Soundcore P20i is poor.
TV and Video
7.5
7.0
The Moondrop Chu and Soundcore P20i are both good for TV and video, though the Moondrop Chu is somewhat better.
Noise Reduction
6.0
6.5
The Soundcore P20i and Moondrop Chu are both only fair for noise reduction, though the Soundcore P20i is somewhat better.
Battery
N/A
9.0 Hours
The Moondrop Chu does not have a battery. The Soundcore P20i has 9 hours of battery life.
Cost
$22
$25
$0
$10
$20
$30
$40
$50
The Moondrop Chu has a price of $22 and the Soundcore P20i costs $25.
Build Quality
8.5
9.0
The Soundcore P20i has excellent build quality, while the Moondrop Chu has very good build quality.
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How the Moondrop Chu and the Soundcore P20i compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Moondrop Chu | Soundcore P20i |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$22 | $25 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Moondrop | Soundcore | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 1, 2022 | May 1, 2023 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 8/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 8.9/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.1/10 | 7.4/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.6/10 | 7/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 4.4/10 | 6.3/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | N/A | 9 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | N/A | Yes | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | N/A | 2 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | N/A | 5.3 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | N/A | 20 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 6/10 | 6.5/10 | |
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 | 8.5/10 | 7/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.5/10 | 9/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7/10 | 7/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Large | Small | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 8 Grams | 4.5 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | In-Line | Integrated | |
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Sound Guys
Jasper Lastoria | September 2022
"These budget buds put the pressure on those premium priced in-ear monitors to really justify the cost disparity. Offering excellent sound quality at any price, the Moondrop Chu is both a perfect entry into the audio enthusiast hobby, and an all around good pick for music fans."
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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 Moondrop
Moondrop is a Chinese brand of smart audio equipment, portable audio players, earbuds and headphones started in 2015. During the last few years they have become one of the major players in what is lovingly referred to as the Chi-fi market, the bulk of Chinese companies that have managed to actually compete with the western manufacturers in both prices and superior quality. Products such as the Blessing II, Chu and Kato are among the most popular offerings of the brand, more popular among those users that wish for good quality audio that won't break the bank. Besides audio, the brand also works in what they call the ACGN field (Animation, Comics, Games and Short Novels).
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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