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Updated January 12, 2024·
The Soundcore Life Q30 is a more budget-friendly choice with good overall features including noise cancellation. They would work well for everyday listening and travel. However, the Soundcore Space Q45, while more expensive, offers newer technology like LDAC support, which might appeal if you prioritize high-quality audio streaming over a Bluetooth connection, and has a slightly better noise isolation performance. Both have similar battery life and comfort, but the Q45 edges out in build quality and usability features like a more advanced microphone system. If price is a major concern, the Q30 will suit standard needs, but for enhanced audio quality and features, the Q45 is the superior option. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Soundcore Life Q30
- The Soundcore Life Q30 has no clear advantages over the Soundcore Space Q45.
Advantages of the Soundcore Space Q45
- Excellent for air travel
Key differences
Podcasts and Audiobooks
4.8
5.9
The Soundcore Space Q45 and Soundcore Life Q30 are both poor for podcasts and audiobooks, though the Soundcore Space Q45 is somewhat better.
Cost
$80
$130
$0
$50
$100
$150
$200
The Soundcore Life Q30 has a price of $80 and the Soundcore Space Q45 costs $130.
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Key similarities
Music
7.1
7.1
The Soundcore Life Q30 and Soundcore Space Q45 are both good for music.
Gaming
5.3
5.4
The Soundcore Space Q45 and Soundcore Life Q30 are both poor for gaming.
Phone Calls
5.1
4.9
The Soundcore Life Q30 and Soundcore Space Q45 are both poor for phone calls.
TV and Video
5.4
5.6
The Soundcore Space Q45 and Soundcore Life Q30 are both poor for TV and video.
Noise Reduction
8.7
8.7
The Soundcore Life Q30 and Soundcore Space Q45 are both very good for noise reduction.
Battery
44.0 Hours
41.0 Hours
The Soundcore Life Q30 has 44 hours of battery life. The Soundcore Space Q45 has 41 hours of battery life.
Build Quality
8.0
8.5
The Soundcore Space Q45 and Soundcore Life Q30 both have very good build quality.
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How the Soundcore Life Q30 and the Soundcore Space Q45 compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Soundcore Life Q30 | Soundcore Space Q45 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$80 | $130 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Soundcore | Soundcore | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 1, 2020 | August 1, 2022 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired + Wireless | Wired + Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 7.2/10 | 7.1/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 5.2/10 | 5/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.3/10 | 5.4/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 5.4/10 | 5.7/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 5.3/10 | 6.2/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 44 Hours | 41 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | No | No | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 1.7 Hours | 1.8 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5 | 5.3 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 8.8/10 | 8.8/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | N/A | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | Yes | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | Yes | Yes | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 8/10 | 6/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7.6/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 263 Grams | 294.8 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Integrated | |
Waterproof Rating | |||
Waterproof Rating | 0 | 0 | |
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Soundcore Life Q30
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Headphones Addict
Peter Susic | December 2021
"Every once in a while, headphones with an excellent price/performance ratio arrive that truly deserves all attention. Anker Soundcore Life Q30 are one of those headphones. Of course, they aren’t perfect, but they do most things better than their competition. Or they give you the option to make them better."
Soundcore Space Q45
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Sound Guys
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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