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Soundcore Q20i Hybrid vs Soundcore Q11i

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Soundcore Q20i Hybrid ANC Headphones

Soundcore Q20i Hybrid ANC Headphones

  • Over-ear design surrounds your ears.
  • About 246 g.
  • Uses USB-C for charging.
  • Works with the Soundcore app.
  • Up to 60h with ANC off.
KSh 6,150In Stock
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Soundcore Q11i

Soundcore Q11i

  • Over-ear design surrounds your ears.
  • About 241 g.
  • Up to 60 hours per charge.
  • Uses USB-C for charging.
  • Works with the Soundcore app.
KSh 4,300In Stock
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Our quick verdict

Choose the Soundcore Q20i Hybrid ANC Headphones if you want active noise cancellation. Choose the Soundcore Q11i if you want two-device connection, Bluetooth 5.3 and a newer model (2025).

Weight

Soundcore Q20i Hybrid ANC Headphones
About 246 g
Soundcore Q11i
About 241 g

Fit

Soundcore Q20i Hybrid ANC Headphones
Cushioned over-ear cups and adjustable headband
Soundcore Q11i
Detachable and replaceable ear cushions

Battery life

Soundcore Q20i Hybrid ANC Headphones
Up to 60h with ANC off
Soundcore Q11i
Up to 60 hours per charge

Two devices

Soundcore Q20i Hybrid ANC Headphones
Connects to one device at a time
Soundcore Q11i
Connects to two devices at once

Noise cancellation

Soundcore Q20i Hybrid ANC Headphones
Active noise cancellation
Soundcore Q11i
No noise cancellation

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Soundcore Q20i Hybrid ANC Headphones

  • Active noise cancellation.
  • Connection: Bluetooth wireless audio or 3.5mm AUX.

Soundcore Q11i

  • Connects to two devices at once.
  • Newer Bluetooth 5.3 (vs 5.0).
  • Newer model: released in 2025 (vs 2023).
  • Connection: Bluetooth and 3.5mm AUX.

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PrioritySoundcore Q20i Hybrid ANC HeadphonesSoundcore Q11i
FitCushioned over-ear cups and adjustable headbandDetachable and replaceable ear cushions
WeightAbout 246 gAbout 241 g
Battery lifeUp to 60h with ANC offUp to 60 hours per charge
ConnectionsBluetooth 5.0Bluetooth 5.3
SoftwareWorks with the Soundcore appWorks with the Soundcore app
ChargingFive minutes provides up to four hours under stated conditions5-minute charge provides up to 4 hours of playback

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationSoundcore Q20i Hybrid ANC HeadphonesSoundcore Q11i
BrandSoundcoreSoundcore
ModelA3004H12; A3004H22; A3004H32A3005HA1
AnnouncedAugust 2023February 2025 (Japan)
TypeOver-Ear Wireless HeadphonesOver-Ear Wireless Headphones
ColorBlack; White; BlueGrey; dark manufacturer finish

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationSoundcore Q20i Hybrid ANC HeadphonesSoundcore Q11i
WeightApproximately 246gApproximately 241g
DimensionsApproximately 176 × 80 × 185mmApproximately 176 × 79.5 × 185mm

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationSoundcore Q20i Hybrid ANC HeadphonesSoundcore Q11i
Battery LifeUp to 60h with ANC off; up to 40h with ANC onUp to 60 hours
Charging TimeApproximately two hours, as listed in Anker Japan product table; guides for other revisions differApproximately 2 hours
Fast ChargingFive minutes provides up to four hours under stated conditions5-minute charge provides up to 4 hours of playback
Charging PortUSB-CUSB-C
Wireless ChargingNot supported; USB-C charging—

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationSoundcore Q20i Hybrid ANC HeadphonesSoundcore Q11i
ConnectionBluetooth wireless audio or 3.5mm AUX; AUX disables Bluetooth and ANCBluetooth and 3.5mm AUX
BluetoothBluetooth 5.0 as listed on UK and Japan product pagesBluetooth 5.3
Multipoint ConnectionDual connection to two devices; playback from one device at a timeTwo connected devices; playback from one at a time
Connector3.5mm AUX audio input; USB-C charging port3.5mm AUX; USB-C charging
App Supportsoundcore app; EQ, ambient modes and firmware updates; functions depend on app and firmwareSoundcore app; 22 EQ presets

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationSoundcore Q20i Hybrid ANC HeadphonesSoundcore Q11i
Voice AssistantVoice-assistant button control—
SensorsTwo internal and two external ANC noise-sensing microphones—
Special FeaturesThree ambient sound modes; dual connections; custom equaliser; wired Hi-Res AudioWired AUX listening; detachable cushions; multipoint

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationSoundcore Q20i Hybrid ANC HeadphonesSoundcore Q11i
Drivers40mm dynamic drivers40mm dynamic drivers
Impedance16Ω in original and current A3004 guides—
Audio CodecsSBC and AACAAC / SBC
Active Noise CancellationHybrid ANC; two internal and two external noise-sensing microphones; manufacturer describes up to 90% noise reduction under stated conditionsNo
MicrophonesBuilt-in microphone for Bluetooth calls; four microphones used for hybrid noise sensingSingle microphone with manufacturer wind-noise reduction
Audio FeaturesBassUp; wired Hi-Res Audio via AUX; custom EQ and 22 presetsBassUp; Hi-Res Audio through AUX only

Charging Case

Charging Case specifications comparison
SpecificationSoundcore Q20i Hybrid ANC HeadphonesSoundcore Q11i
Case TypeNot applicable; over-ear headphones have no charging caseN/A; headphones without a charging case
Case Battery Life—N/A; headphones without a charging case
Case Charging—N/A; headphones without a charging case
Case Charging Port—N/A; headphones without a charging case
Case Wireless Charging—N/A; headphones without a charging case
Case Dimensions—N/A; headphones without a charging case
Case Weight—N/A; headphones without a charging case
Case Water & Dust Resistance—N/A; headphones without a charging case
Case Features—N/A; headphones without a charging case

Design & Controls

Design & Controls specifications comparison
SpecificationSoundcore Q20i Hybrid ANC HeadphonesSoundcore Q11i
Ear Tips / Ear CushionsCushioned over-ear cups and adjustable headbandDetachable and replaceable ear cushions

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationSoundcore Q20i Hybrid ANC HeadphonesSoundcore Q11i
Headphones / EarbudsSoundcore Q20i headphonesQ11i headphones
Charging CaseNot applicable; over-ear headphones have no charging caseN/A; headphones without a charging case
Charging CableUSB-C to USB-A charging cable package listingUSB-A to USB-C cable
Audio Cable3.5mm AUX audio cableAUX audio cable
Ear Tips / AccessoriesNo in-ear tips required; protective case sold separatelyN/A; over-ear design
DocumentationQuick start guide and safety manual package listingQuick start guide and safety documentation

Similarities

  • Both charge over USB-C.
  • Both have built-in microphones for calls.
  • Both connect over Bluetooth.
  • Both are rated for up to 60 hours.
  • Both use 40 mm drivers.
  • Both are made by Soundcore.

In summary

Choose Q20i Hybrid ANC for noise cancellation; Q11i offers connection to two devices at once.

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