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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Moondrop Nekocake typically costs more than the Soundcore P20i and focuses on sound quality and stability in wireless connection, ideal for audiophiles who appreciate nuanced audio and a snug fit. Conversely, the Soundcore P20i is an affordable choice offering good value for everyday use and longer battery life, perfect for extended listening sessions or travel. If microphone quality and the ability to handle calls are crucial, both models come equipped with integrated microphones. Your decision should balance budget constraints against desired sound quality and intended use such as casual listening, commuting, or critical audio experiences. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Moondrop Nekocake
- Good for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the Soundcore P20i
- Good for gaming
- Good for TV and video
Key differences
Music
5.7
6.4
The Soundcore P20i is only fair for music, while the Moondrop Nekocake is poor.
Gaming
4.6
7.3
The Soundcore P20i is good for gaming, while the Moondrop Nekocake is poor.
Phone Calls
6.1
5.0
The Moondrop Nekocake is only fair for phone calls, while the Soundcore P20i is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
7.7
4.7
The Moondrop Nekocake is good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Soundcore P20i is poor.
TV and Video
5.0
7.0
The Soundcore P20i is good for TV and video, while the Moondrop Nekocake is poor.
Battery
3.0 Hours
9.0 Hours
The Moondrop Nekocake has 3 hours of battery life. The Soundcore P20i has 9 hours of battery life.
Cost
$39
$30
$0
$10
$20
$30
$40
$50
The Moondrop Nekocake has a price of $39 and the Soundcore P20i costs $30.
Build Quality
8.5
9.0
The Soundcore P20i has excellent build quality, while the Moondrop Nekocake has very good build quality.
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Key similarities
Noise Reduction
7.0
6.5
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Moondrop Nekocake to be good for noise reduction, while the Soundcore P20i is only fair.
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How the Moondrop Nekocake and the Soundcore P20i compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
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| Moondrop Nekocake | Soundcore P20i |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$39 | $30 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Moondrop | Soundcore | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | October 1, 2021 | May 1, 2023 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wireless | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 5.7/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 6.2/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 4.7/10 | 7.4/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 5/10 | 7/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 5.6/10 | 6.3/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 3 Hours | 9 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | No | Yes | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 1 Hours | 2 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5 | 5.3 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | 12 | 20 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 7/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | Yes | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | Yes | Yes | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 5.4/10 | 7/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.5/10 | 9/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7.6/10 | 7/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Medium | Small | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 5.4 Grams | 4.5 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Integrated | |
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Moondrop Nekocake
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Jarvin | January 2022
"What sets the Nekocake apart from its competition at this price point is the Moondrop Link app that allows the user to change the tonal balance of the Nekocake. This makes sure that it’s versatile enough to suit different sonic preferences while allowing some customization of controls."
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 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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