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Skullcandy SLYR Gaming Headset vs Soundcore Life Q20+

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Skullcandy SLYR Gaming Headset

Skullcandy SLYR Gaming Headset

  • Over-ear design surrounds your ears.
  • 265 g.
  • wired connection.
  • Drivers: 50mm.
  • Impedance: 32Ω.
KSh 7,500In Stock
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Soundcore Life Q20+

Soundcore Life Q20+

  • Over-ear design surrounds your ears.
  • Bluetooth 5.0 connection.
  • Works with the Soundcore app.
  • Up to 40h ANC /60h ANC off.
  • Charging time: approximately 3h, per exact-model manual.
KSh 8,970In Stock
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JBL Tune 530 WiredKSh 8,300
JBL Tune 720BTKSh 8,500
JBL Quantum 100KSh 8,000
Soundcore Q20i Hybrid ANC HeadphonesKSh 6,150
Skullcandy SLYR Pro Gaming HeadsetKSh 9,500
Sony WH-CH520KSh 7,300
UGREEN Studio Pro ANC HeadphonesKSh 7,500
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Our quick verdict

Choose the Skullcandy SLYR Gaming Headset if you want larger 50 mm drivers and a lower price (KSh 1,470 less). Choose the Soundcore Life Q20+ if you prefer Bluetooth wireless or3.5mm AUX.

Connections

Skullcandy SLYR Gaming Headset
Wired connection
Soundcore Life Q20+
Bluetooth connection

Fit

Skullcandy SLYR Gaming Headset
Memory foam ear cushions
Soundcore Life Q20+
Memory-foam ear cushions and padded adjustable headband

Controls

Skullcandy SLYR Gaming Headset
Mute and volume controls
Soundcore Life Q20+
Physical playback, track, volume, call, NC and power buttons

Drivers

Skullcandy SLYR Gaming Headset
50mm
Soundcore Life Q20+
Two40mm dynamic drivers

Impedance

Skullcandy SLYR Gaming Headset
32Ω
Soundcore Life Q20+
16Ω

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Skullcandy SLYR Gaming Headset

  • Larger drivers: 50 mm (vs 40 mm).
  • Lower price: KSh 7,500 (vs KSh 8,970).
  • Connection: Wired.
  • wired connection.

Soundcore Life Q20+

  • Connection: Bluetooth wireless or3.5mm AUX.
  • Hi-Res Audio certified.
  • Connects to two devices at once.

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PrioritySkullcandy SLYR Gaming HeadsetSoundcore Life Q20+
FitMemory foam ear cushionsMemory-foam ear cushions and padded adjustable headband
ControlsMute and volume controlsPhysical playback, track, volume, call, NC and power buttons
ConnectionsWiredBluetooth 5.0
Drivers50mmTwo40mm dynamic drivers
Impedance32Ω16Ω
TypeOver-Ear Wired Gaming HeadsetOver-Ear Wireless Headphones

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationSkullcandy SLYR Gaming HeadsetSoundcore Life Q20+
BrandSkullcandySoundcore
ModelSLYRA3045H11
AnnouncedSeptember 27, 2022September 2021 (Japan)
TypeOver-Ear Wired Gaming HeadsetOver-Ear Wireless Headphones
Color—Black

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationSkullcandy SLYR Gaming HeadsetSoundcore Life Q20+
Weight265g—

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationSkullcandy SLYR Gaming HeadsetSoundcore Life Q20+
Battery Life—Up to 40h ANC /60h ANC off
Charging Time—Approximately 3h, per exact-model manual
Charging Port—USB-C; input 5V0.65A
Wireless Charging—Not supported; USB-C charging

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationSkullcandy SLYR Gaming HeadsetSoundcore Life Q20+
ConnectionWiredBluetooth wireless or3.5mm AUX; AUX disables Bluetooth and ANC
Connector3.5mm auxiliary connection; supplied PC splitter3.5mm AUX audio; USB-C charging
Bluetooth—Bluetooth 5.0
Bluetooth Range—Up to 15m under suitable conditions
Multipoint Connection—Two devices; one active audio source at a time
App Support—soundcore app:22preset EQs, custom EQ, modes and firmware updates

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationSkullcandy SLYR Gaming HeadsetSoundcore Life Q20+
Voice Assistant—Siri or other supported device assistant via button control
Special Features—Hybrid ANC; transparency; two-device multipoint; app EQ; 3.5mm AUX

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationSkullcandy SLYR Gaming HeadsetSoundcore Life Q20+
Drivers50mmTwo40mm dynamic drivers
Frequency Response20Hz–20kHz20Hz–20kHz Bluetooth /16Hz–40kHz AUX
Impedance32Ω16Ω
MicrophonesRemovable bi-directional boom microphoneFour ANC microphones; built-in microphone for Bluetooth calls
Audio Codecs—SBC and AAC
Transparency / Ambient Mode—Supported in Bluetooth mode
Audio Features—Hi-Res Audio through AUX; app EQ; ANC/Normal/transparency

Design & Controls

Design & Controls specifications comparison
SpecificationSkullcandy SLYR Gaming HeadsetSoundcore Life Q20+
ControlsMute and volume controlsPhysical playback, track, volume, call, NC and power buttons
Ear Tips / Ear CushionsMemory foam ear cushionsMemory-foam ear cushions and padded adjustable headband

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationSkullcandy SLYR Gaming HeadsetSoundcore Life Q20+
Headphones / EarbudsSLYR headsetLife Q20+ headphones
Audio Cable5ft 3.5mm auxiliary cable (5-pole to 4-pole)Standard3.5mm AUX cable; no built-in microphone
Ear Tips / AccessoriesRemovable boom microphone; 3.5mm PC splitter cableNot applicable; fitted over-ear cushions
DocumentationQuick-start and warranty guideUser manual
Charging Case—N/A; over-ear headphones

Charging Case

Charging Case specifications comparison
SpecificationSkullcandy SLYR Gaming HeadsetSoundcore Life Q20+
Case Type—N/A; over-ear headphones without a charging case
Case Battery Life—N/A; over-ear headphones without a charging case
Case Charging—N/A; over-ear headphones without a charging case
Case Charging Port—N/A; over-ear headphones without a charging case
Case Wireless Charging—N/A; over-ear headphones without a charging case
Case Dimensions—N/A; over-ear headphones without a charging case
Case Weight—N/A; over-ear headphones without a charging case
Case Water & Dust Resistance—N/A; over-ear headphones without a charging case
Case Features—N/A; over-ear headphones without a charging case

Similarities

  • Both have built-in microphones for calls.

In summary

Choose Skullcandy SLYR Headset for drivers.

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