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Soundcore V20i vs Soundcore P30i

Compare sound, battery life, fit, controls and connections.

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Soundcore V20i Open-Ear Headphones

Soundcore V20i Open-Ear Headphones

  • Open-ear design without sealing ear tips.
  • About 9.3 g per earbud.
  • Up to 8 hours per charge.
  • Charging case uses USB-C.
  • Works with the Soundcore app.
KSh 3,890In Stock
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Soundcore P30i Noise Cancelling Earbuds

Soundcore P30i Noise Cancelling Earbuds

  • In-ear design uses sealing ear tips.
  • About 4.3 g per earbud.
  • Charging case uses USB-C.
  • Can stay connected to two devices.
  • Works with the Soundcore app.
KSh 3,480Out of Stock

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Our quick verdict

The Soundcore P30i Noise Cancelling Earbuds is the stronger choice: it offers up to 45 hours with the charging case, has active noise cancellation and is lighter on the head, while the Soundcore V20i Open-Ear Headphones only has larger 16 mm drivers.

Fit

Soundcore V20i Open-Ear Headphones
Open-ear design without sealing ear tips
Soundcore P30i Noise Cancelling Earbuds
In-ear design uses sealing ear tips

Weight

Soundcore V20i Open-Ear Headphones
About 9.3 g per earbud
Soundcore P30i Noise Cancelling Earbuds
About 4.3 g per earbud

Two devices

Soundcore V20i Open-Ear Headphones
Connects to two devices at once
Soundcore P30i Noise Cancelling Earbuds
Stays connected to two devices

Controls

Soundcore V20i Open-Ear Headphones
Customisable touch controls
Soundcore P30i Noise Cancelling Earbuds
Touch controls for playback, calls and ambient modes

Noise cancellation

Soundcore V20i Open-Ear Headphones
No noise cancellation
Soundcore P30i Noise Cancelling Earbuds
Active noise cancellation

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Soundcore V20i Open-Ear Headphones

  • Open-ear true wireless earbuds.
  • Larger drivers: 16 mm (vs 10 mm).
  • Case type: Matching protective charging case.

Soundcore P30i Noise Cancelling Earbuds

  • True wireless in-ear earbuds.
  • Active noise cancellation.
  • Rated for up to 45 hours in total with the charging case (vs 36).
  • Lighter: about 4.3 g each (vs about 9.3 g).
  • Ambient mode to hear your surroundings.
  • Case type: Charging case with folding rear phone stand.

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PrioritySoundcore V20i Open-Ear HeadphonesSoundcore P30i Noise Cancelling Earbuds
FitOpen-ear hooks with four adjustment positionsReplaceable ear tips in three sizes
WeightAbout 9.3 g per earbudAbout 4.3 g per earbud
Battery lifeUp to 8 hours per charge; up to 36 hours with the caseUp to 45 hours with the case
Two devicesConnects to two devices at onceStays connected to two devices
ConnectionsBluetooth 5.4Bluetooth 5.4
SoftwareWorks with the Soundcore appWorks with the Soundcore app

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationSoundcore V20i Open-Ear HeadphonesSoundcore P30i Noise Cancelling Earbuds
BrandSoundcoreSoundcore
ModelA3876H11; A3876H31A3959Z11; A3959Z31; A3959Z21; A3959Z51
AnnouncedAugust 2024June 2024
TypeOpen-Ear True Wireless EarbudsTrue Wireless In-Ear Earbuds
ColorBlack; BlueBlack; White; Blue; Pink

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationSoundcore V20i Open-Ear HeadphonesSoundcore P30i Noise Cancelling Earbuds
WeightApproximately 9.3g per earbud / 76.4g including caseApproximately 4.3g per earbud / 52.8g including case

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationSoundcore V20i Open-Ear HeadphonesSoundcore P30i Noise Cancelling Earbuds
Battery LifeUp to 8h earbuds / 36h total including case; actual use variesANC off: up to 10h earbuds / 45h total with case; ANC on: up to 7h / 30h total
Charging TimeApproximately 1.5h earbuds / 2.5h caseEarbuds: approximately one hour; charging case: approximately 2.5 hours
Fast ChargingTen minutes provides approximately one hour under stated conditionsTen minutes provides up to two hours under stated conditions
Charging PortUSB-C on caseUSB-C on case
Wireless Charging—Not supported; case charges through USB-C

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationSoundcore V20i Open-Ear HeadphonesSoundcore P30i Noise Cancelling Earbuds
ConnectionBluetooth wireless audioBluetooth wireless audio
BluetoothBluetooth 5.4Bluetooth 5.4
Bluetooth RangeUp to 10m under suitable conditionsUp to 10m under suitable conditions
Multipoint ConnectionDual Connections for two devices; configuration through soundcore appTwo-device Dual Connections enabled in soundcore app; one active audio source
ConnectorUSB-C charging on case; Bluetooth audioUSB-C charging on case; Bluetooth wireless audio
App Supportsoundcore app; EQ, Gaming Mode, custom touch controls, light effects and firmware updatessoundcore app; EQ, fit test, Dual Connections, control settings and firmware updates

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationSoundcore V20i Open-Ear HeadphonesSoundcore P30i Noise Cancelling Earbuds
Special FeaturesAdjustable ear hooks; LED light effects; dual-device connection; app EQTwo-device connection; phone-stand case; EQ; single-earbud mode

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationSoundcore V20i Open-Ear HeadphonesSoundcore P30i Noise Cancelling Earbuds
Drivers16mm titanium-coated dynamic drivers10mm dynamic drivers
Frequency Response20Hz–20kHz20Hz–20kHz
Impedance16Ω16Ω
Audio CodecsSBC and AACSBC and AAC
Active Noise CancellationNo ANC listening modeAdaptive ANC; up to 42dB reduction under manufacturer conditions
MicrophonesFour microphones with AI call noise reductionFour microphones with AI call processing
Audio FeaturesBassUp; 22 EQ presets; eight-band custom EQ; Gaming ModeBassUp; 22 EQ presets and custom EQ; 3D sound option
Transparency / Ambient Mode—Transparency and Normal modes available through supported controls or app

Charging Case

Charging Case specifications comparison
SpecificationSoundcore V20i Open-Ear HeadphonesSoundcore P30i Noise Cancelling Earbuds
Case TypeMatching protective charging caseCharging case with folding rear phone stand
Case Battery LifeUp to 36h total including earbuds45h total including earbuds with ANC off; 30h total with ANC on
Case ChargingUSB-C; input 5V 0.52A; output 5V 0.12A; battery 700mAhUSB-C; input 5V 0.5A; output 5V 0.24A, 0.12A per port
Case Charging PortUSB-CUSB-C
Case DimensionsApproximately 100 × 56 × 25mmApproximately 57 × 49 × 29mm
Case WeightNot separately specified; approximately 76.4g including earbudsNot separately specified; approximately 52.8g including earbuds
Case FeaturesCharging and remaining-battery indicatorFolding rear phone stand; status LED; phone supplied separately
Case Wireless Charging—Not supported

Design & Controls

Design & Controls specifications comparison
SpecificationSoundcore V20i Open-Ear HeadphonesSoundcore P30i Noise Cancelling Earbuds
ControlsCustomisable touch controls; supported single-earbud mode; no wearing detectionTouch controls for playback, calls and ambient modes; customisation in app; mono mode supported
Water & Dust ResistanceIP55 earbuds and Anker Japan; charging case is not waterproof—
Ear Tips / Ear CushionsOpen-ear hooks with four adjustment positions; no sealing silicone ear tipsReplaceable ear tips in three sizes; app fit test

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationSoundcore V20i Open-Ear HeadphonesSoundcore P30i Noise Cancelling Earbuds
Headphones / EarbudsLeft and right V20i earbudsP30i left and right earbuds
Charging CaseMatching charging caseCharging case with folding phone stand
Audio CableNot applicable; true wireless audioNot applicable; true wireless audio
Ear Tips / AccessoriesNo sealing silicone ear tips required for open-ear designReplaceable ear tips in three sizes
DocumentationQuick start guide and safety documentationQuick start guide and safety manual shared-family package list
Charging Cable—USB-C to USB-A charging cable shared-family package list

Similarities

  • Both connect to two devices at once.
  • Both charge over USB-C.
  • Both have built-in microphones for calls.
  • Both connect over Bluetooth.
  • Both have a range of up to 10 m.
  • Same connection: Bluetooth wireless audio.

In summary

For most buyers the Soundcore P30i Noise Cancelling Earbuds is the better buy; the Soundcore V20i Open-Ear Headphones makes sense if you want larger 16 mm drivers.

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