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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you value sound quality and comfort for long listening sessions, the Rode NTH-100 headphones may be the better choice, with their high-quality sound reproduction and over-ear closed-back design providing good passive noise isolation. However, the Soundcore Space A40 earbuds are significantly less expensive and offer more features such as wireless connectivity with LDAC support for high-resolution audio streaming, active noise cancellation to block out ambient noise, and a longer battery life, which can be ideal for convenience and use on the go. The headphones, on the other hand, lack these modern wireless features and are heavier, but they may provide a more immersive listening experience. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Rode NTH-100
- Very good for music
- Good for TV and video
- Good for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the Soundcore Space A40
- Very good for air travel
Key differences
Gaming
6.5
4.9
The Rode NTH-100 is only fair for gaming, while the Soundcore Space A40 is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
7.6
4.9
The Rode NTH-100 is good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Soundcore Space A40 is poor.
TV and Video
7.7
5.3
The Rode NTH-100 is good for TV and video, while the Soundcore Space A40 is poor.
Noise Reduction
5.3
9.1
The Soundcore Space A40 is excellent for noise reduction, while the Rode NTH-100 is poor.
Battery
N/A
8.0 Hours
The Rode NTH-100 does not have a battery. The Soundcore Space A40 has 8 hours of battery life.
Cost
$149
$80
$0
$50
$100
$150
$200
The Rode NTH-100 has a price of $149 and the Soundcore Space A40 costs $80.
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Key similarities
Music
8.2
7.7
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Rode NTH-100 to be very good for music, while the Soundcore Space A40 is good.
Phone Calls
4.8
4.8
The Soundcore Space A40 and Rode NTH-100 are both poor for phone calls.
Build Quality
8.5
8.5
The Rode NTH-100 and Soundcore Space A40 both have very good build quality.
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How the Rode NTH-100 and the Soundcore Space A40 compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Rode NTH-100 | Soundcore Space A40 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$149 | $80 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Rode | Soundcore | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2022 | August 1, 2022 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 8.2/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 4.8/10 | 4.9/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 6.6/10 | 5/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.8/10 | 5.4/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 4.2/10 | 6.2/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | N/A | 8 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | N/A | Yes | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | N/A | 0.8 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | N/A | 5.2 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | N/A | 32 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 5.3/10 | 9.1/10 | |
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 | 8.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7.6/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | N/A | Small | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 349.2 Grams | 4 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | N/A | Integrated | |
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Rode NTH-100
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PC Gamer
Kizito Katawonga | March 2023
"The NTH-100M is a closed-back headset aimed at professional audiophiles—streamers, podcasters and content creators included—looking for masterful audio and a detachable 'broadcast-grade' microphone."
Soundcore Space A40
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Sound Guys
Sam Smart | May 2023
"The Anker Soundcore Space A40 is an excellent deal if you want affordable noise canceling earbuds with great sound. The baseline frequency response is enjoyable, and the many EQ presets to choose from plus the ability to customize your sound profile makes it good for pretty much anyone. The noise canceling is quite good, and the many ear tips to choose from ensure a good fit for the noise canceling and isolation to do its job."
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About Rode
Rode is an Australian audio equipment manufacturer. Rode was founded in 1967 as Freedman Electronics, transitioning into its modern brand in 1990, and it’s mainly known for their high-end microphones and audio production equipment. In 2022 they entered into the headphone market with their NTH-100 closed back headphone which was received with very good reviews from the community.
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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