Maxell 199840
The 40mm drivers deliver a bass-forward sound profile, while the closed-back, noise-isolating design passively blocks ambient noise for distraction-free listening. Weighing just 164g with a soft cushion headband and earpads, these wired headphones remain comfortable through extended sessions and include a built-in microphone for hands-free calls. Best for budget-conscious users needing a lightweight, durable headset for casual music, podcasts, or office calls where wired reliability is preferred.
form factor over-ear
driver size mm 40
open closed back closed
27 Overall Score
Price $14
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong sound (73rd percentile) 73rd
Cons
- Below average social proof (26th percentile)
- Below average connectivity (27th percentile)
- Below average anc (33rd percentile)
- Below average comfort (35th percentile)
The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Design
| Form Factor | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed |
| Weight | 0.2 kg / 0.5 lbs |
Audio
| Driver Size | 40 |
| Codecs | 40mm drivers for immersive, full-range sound & deep bassSoft, adjustable band & earpadsNoise isolationComfort fit over the head for long sessionsBuilt-in microphone for hands-free conversations |
Connectivity
| Wireless | No |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm |
Microphone
| Microphone | Yes |
| Boom Mic | No |
vs Competition
| Spec | Maxell 199840 | Soundcore Life Q20 | TOZO HT3 | Truefree HF-10 | TALIX H30 | Tribit QuietPlus BTQ81 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear |
| Driver Type | - | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size (mm) | 40 | 40 | 40 | 40 | 40 | 40 |
| Impedance Ohms | - | 16 | 16 | 20 | 16 | - |
| Wireless | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Active Noise Cancellation | - | true | true | true | true | true |
| Open Closed Back | closed | closed | closed | closed | closed | closed |
| Bluetooth Version | - | 5.0 | 6.0 | 6.0 | 6.0 | 6.0 |
| Battery Life Hours | - | 60 | 90 | 125 | 110 | 110 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Anc | Mic | Build | Sound | Battery | Comfort | Connectivity | Social Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maxell 199840 | 33.3 | 53.5 | 37.4 | 73.4 | 51.4 | 34.5 | 26.6 | 26.2 |
| Soundcore Life Q20 Compare | 95 | 88.8 | 89.1 | 100 | 92.9 | 90.8 | 91.2 | 89.2 |
| TOZO HT3 Compare | 91.7 | 88.8 | 96 | 99.1 | 98.1 | 61.2 | 97.5 | 94.7 |
| Truefree HF-10 Compare | 95 | 88.8 | 96 | 86.7 | 99.8 | 85.3 | 96.2 | 94.7 |
| TALIX H30 Compare | 95 | 83.9 | 93.3 | 98.1 | 99.3 | 98.3 | 96.8 | 76.5 |
| Tribit QuietPlus BTQ81 Compare | 95 | 90.1 | 37.4 | 73.4 | 99.3 | 85.3 | 86.1 | 94.7 |
Price
Value & Pricing
From $14
Amazon 1 offer From $14
Newegg 1 offer From $23
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