JLab JBuds Lux ANC
JLab
80 Overall Score
vs
Soundcore Life Q20
Soundcore
90 Overall Score
Scores
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Gaming
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Studio
Calls
Specifications
| JLab JBuds Lux ANC | Soundcore Life Q20 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.23 kg★ | 0.26 kg |
| Ear Cushion | Cloud Foam | memory foam |
| Headband | Cloud Foam | memory foam |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | hybrid | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Drivers | — | 4★ |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz | 16 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 98 dB | 105 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Codecs | SBC, L3C | Foldable design with ergonomic headband, memory foam ear cups and multi-point rotation, travel pouch |
| Surround | Dolby Atmos, Spatial Audio, Tempest 3D | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | Hybrid | hybrid |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3★ | 5.0 |
| Profiles | HFP, A2DP, AVRCP | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | USB-C | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | — | ✗ |
| Cable Length | — | 1.2000000476837158 m |
| Range | — | 15 m★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 70 hrs★ | 60 hrs |
| Charge Time | 2.5 hrs | 2 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 10 minutes quick charge 10 hours | 5 minutes for 4 hours playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 2 | 4★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Google Assistant | soundcore App |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | ✗ |
| App | JLab App | soundcore app |
| Volume Limiting | ✓★ | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | — | Water-Resistant |
Pros & Cons
JLab JBuds Lux ANC
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong sound (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong battery (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong anc (95th percentile)95th %ile
Soundcore Life Q20
- Strong sound (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong anc (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong battery (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
Pricing
JLab JBuds Lux ANC1.334score per dollar
vs
Soundcore Life Q202.261score per dollar
Soundcore Life Q20 offers 1.7x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Soundcore Life Q20
Scores 90 overall, wins 4 of 7 usage categories and 8 of 42 specs.
