Detailed comparison and review of Sony WH-1000XM4 and Soundcore Life Q20+. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare design, sound quality, but also other key features of both headphones and easily decide which ones are the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the headphones that best fit your needs and expectations.
| DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Sony WH-1000XM4 | Soundcore Life Q20+ |
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| Product Type | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - NFC - 3.5 mm jack | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack | |
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| Height | 25.2 cm | 16.8 cm | |
| Width | 7.7 cm | 22.3 cm | |
| Length | 18.5 cm | - | |
| Depth | - | 8 cm | |
| Weight | 520 g | 281 g | Soundcore Life Q20+ are lighter than Sony WH-1000XM4 headphones. |
| Colour | White | Black | Silver | Midnight blue | Black | Blue | |
| Earpad Material | Urethane foam | Memory foam | |
| Recommended Use | Portable electronics | Portable electronics | |
| Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) | 10 m | 15 m | Soundcore Life Q20+ have a greater operating distance than Sony WH-1000XM4. |
| High-Resolution Audio | Yes | Yes |
| SOUND QUALITY | Sony WH-1000XM4 | Soundcore Life Q20+ |
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| Headphones Form Factor | Full size | Full size | |
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| Headphones Technology | Dynamic | Dynamic | |
| Ear Cups Type | Closed | - | |
| Foldable | Yes | Yes | Both headphones can be folded. |
| Connectivity Technology | Wireless, wired | Wireless, wired | |
| Wireless Technology | Bluetooth | Bluetooth | |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.0 | Bluetooth 5.0 | Both headphones have the same Bluetooth version. |
| Bluetooth Profiles | Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP), Serial Copy Management System (SCMS-T) | - | |
| Bluetooth Audio Codec | SBC, AAC, LDAC | SBC, AAC | |
| Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | Yes | Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation. |
| Active Noise Cancelling Technology | Ambient Sound Mode / Dual Noise Sensor | Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling | |
| Sound Output Mode | - | Stereo | |
| Sound Effects | Digital Sound Enhancement Engine Extreme (DSEE Extreme), Adaptive Sound Control, 360 Reality Audio | - | |
| Frequency Response | - | 16 - 40000 Hz | |
| Impedance | - | 16 Ohm | |
| Diaphragm | Aluminium coated LCP - 40 mm | 40 mm | Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm. |
| Simultaneously Connectable Devices Qty (Multipoint) | 2 | 2 | Both headphones can be connected to multiple devices simultaneously. |
| Magnet Material | Neodymium | - | |
| Features | HD Noise Canceling Processor QN1, Speak-to-chat technology, Precise Voice Pickup Technology, Quick Attention function, CCAW coil, Smart Listening Technology, Personal Noise Cancelling Optimiser, Atmospheric Pressure Optimising | MultiPoint Technology |
| MICROPHONE | Sony WH-1000XM4 | Soundcore Life Q20+ |
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| Form Factor | Built-in | Built-in | |
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| Noise Cancelling | - | Yes | Soundcore Life Q20+ microphone can cancel out ambient noise. |
| Microphones Included | 5 | 4 | Sony WH-1000XM4 have a built-in microphone. |
| REMOTE CONTROL | Sony WH-1000XM4 | Soundcore Life Q20+ |
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| Controls | Volume control, ANC on/off | Volume, power on/off, answer/end, hold, play/pause, next/previous track, reject call, pair mode, voice assistant, ANC on/off, ANC/transparency |
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| CABLE | Sony WH-1000XM4 | Soundcore Life Q20+ |
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| Cable Type | USB-C charge cable - detachable Audio cable - OFC - L shaped / mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm - 1.2 m |
USB-C charge cable - detachable Headphones cable - detachable |
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| Detachable Cable | Yes | Yes |
| FEATURES | Sony WH-1000XM4 | Soundcore Life Q20+ |
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| Features | Touch control | Fast charge | |
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| Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible | Yes | Yes | |
| Intelligent Assistant | Google Assistant, Alexa | Siri | |
| Sensors | Proximity sensor, touch sensor | - | |
| Additional Functions | Touch panel | - |
| BATTERY AND CHARGING | Sony WH-1000XM4 | Soundcore Life Q20+ |
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| Battery Type | Headphone battery rechargeable | Headphone battery rechargeable | |
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| Battery Life | 38 hour(s) | 60 hour(s) | Soundcore Life Q20+ lasts longer on a single charge than the Sony WH-1000XM4. |
| Battery Life Details | Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling on): up to 30 hours Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling off): up to 38 hours |
Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF): up to 60 hours Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON): up to 40 hours |
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| Standby Time | 200 hours | - | |
| Charging Time | 3 hour(s) | 3 hour(s) | The charging of both headphones last the same time. |
| Included Qty | 1 | - |
| CONNECTIONS | Sony WH-1000XM4 | Soundcore Life Q20+ |
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| Connector Type | USB (power only) Bluetooth Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) |
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) |
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| OTHERS | Sony WH-1000XM4 | Soundcore Life Q20+ |
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| Included Accessories | Carrying case, in-flight plug adapter, headphones cable (1.2 m), USB-C cable (0.2m) | Travel pouch, USB-C charging cable | |
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| Service & Support | Limited warranty - parts - 1 year Limited warranty - labour - 90 days |
Limited warranty - 18 months |
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