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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize a comfortable, open-ear design that allows you to hear your surroundings, the Sony Linkbuds might be the right choice; they're typically a bit less expensive as well. However, the Soundcore Space Q45 offers superior noise cancellation for a more secluded audio experience, which can be important if you're often in noisy environments. The Soundcore Space Q45 usually have better battery life as well, so if you're someone who forgets to charge their devices or you use them for long hours, they would be more convenient. If call quality and a reliable microphone are essential for you, the choice could also swing in favor of the Soundcore Space Q45. Consider your primary activities whether it's commuting, working, or being active, as these use cases can also influence which features will best meet your needs. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Sony Linkbuds
- Good for exercise
- Good for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the Soundcore Space Q45
- Good for music
- Excellent for air travel
Key differences
Phone Calls
6.8
4.9
The Sony Linkbuds is only fair for phone calls, while the Soundcore Space Q45 is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
7.8
5.9
The Sony Linkbuds is good for podcasts and audiobooks, 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 Sony Linkbuds is poor.
Battery
5.5 Hours
41.0 Hours
The Sony Linkbuds has 5.5 hours of battery life. The Soundcore Space Q45 has 41 hours of battery life.
Cost
$178
$130
$50
$100
$150
$200
$250
The Sony Linkbuds has a price of $178 and the Soundcore Space Q45 costs $130.
Build Quality
9.3
8.5
The Sony Linkbuds has excellent build quality, while the Soundcore Space Q45 has very good build quality.
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Key similarities
Music
6.6
7.1
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Soundcore Space Q45 to be good for music, while the Sony Linkbuds is only fair.
Gaming
5.5
5.4
The Sony Linkbuds and Soundcore Space Q45 are both poor for gaming.
TV and Video
5.4
5.6
The Soundcore Space Q45 and Sony Linkbuds are both poor for TV and video.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Sony Linkbuds | Soundcore Space Q45 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$178 | $130 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Sony | Soundcore | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | February 1, 2022 | August 1, 2022 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wireless | Wired + Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 6.7/10 | 7.1/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 6.9/10 | 5/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.6/10 | 5.4/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 5.4/10 | 5.7/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 7/10 | 6.2/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 5.5 Hours | 41 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | No | No | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 1.5 Hours | 1.8 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5.2 | 5.3 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | 17.5 | N/A | |
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 | Yes | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | Yes | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | Yes | Yes | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 7/10 | 6/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 9.3/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7.6/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Small | N/A | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 4.5 Grams | 294.8 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Integrated | |
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Sony Linkbuds
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Sound Guys
Sam Moore | February 2022
"The Sony LinkBuds is definitely the most unique audio product to release so far in 2022, and it largely executes well on it's unoccluded design. However, it's hamstrung by all the same things as other unsealed earbuds."
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 Sony
Sony is a multinational corporation, based out of Japan, with over 75 years of experience in the consumer electronics industry. In the audio market, Sony has been a trendsetter several times throughout its history. In 1979 they released the first-ever portable music player, the Sony Walkman, followed by the Discman 20 years later. Today, Sony is one of the leaders in the wireless headphone and earbud market, especially in terms of Active Noise Cancellation technology.
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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