When comparing Anker Soundcore Q20i vs Bluedio T4, the Slant community recommends Bluedio T4 for most people. In the question“What are the best budget active noise-cancelling earphones/headphones?” Bluedio T4 is ranked 1st while Anker Soundcore Q20i is ranked 6th. The most important reason people chose Bluedio T4 is:
These headphones should last you quite a while, as they are built well. The hinges and the headband adjustment are made of metal, with sturdy plastics on the earcups. These should survive being thrown into a bag and minor drops without issue.
Specs
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Pros
Pro Double connection
When working on your laptop and need to pick up your phone, the headphones will automatically switch to the device you need.
Pro Wired usage
Also supports wired listening.
Pro Long battery life
Pro Great build quality for the price
These headphones should last you quite a while, as they are built well. The hinges and the headband adjustment are made of metal, with sturdy plastics on the earcups. These should survive being thrown into a bag and minor drops without issue.
Pro Fairly neutral sound
The sound is on the neutral side instead of boosted bass or highs. Overall the sound has good clarity with okay details on the treble along with tight and low-end. The mids are slightly recessed though.
Pro Okay noise cancelling performance
You won’t easily hear engine noise and the like. The active noise cancelling is quite effective at filtering out low-pitched, droning noise.
Pro Can function as Bluetooth or wired headphones
You can continue using these headphones even when the battery runs out. Aside from Bluetooth connectivity, these also come with a USB Type C to 3.5mm cable, so these can be used as wired headphones. You won’t get active noise cancelling without battery power though.
Cons
Con Switching issues
Switching between devices, e.g. between TV and phone by clicking the power button 2 times, does not seem to work as it should. Maybe this will be fixed in a firmware upgrade.
Con Too much bass
The default bass is too much, it can be reduced with the equalizer in the app. This is a matter of taste of course.
Con Awkward control buttons
The buttons for volume up/down and the power button are combined and a bit too small to use comfortably.
Con Only 2 colors
While the older Q20 was available in three colors, the Q20i is only available in black and navy-blue.
Con You’ll still hear high pitched noise clearly
You may still hear high pitched noise like female voices and sudden bursts of laughter. The noise cancelling is not very effective at filtering mid to high frequencies.
