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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize high-fidelity audio and are mostly using your audio device in a stationary setting like a home or office, the AKG K361 would be a superior choice, thanks to its better overall sound quality, larger soundstage, and comfort for prolonged use. However, if you need a microphone for calls or require portability for activities like exercise or travel, and you're looking for a budget-friendly option with sweat resistance, the Soundcore P20i's wireless design and integrated microphone make it a more suitable pick. Keep in mind, the Soundcore P20i also includes features like app equalization and controls customization, which the AKG K361 lacks. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the AKG K361
- Good for music
Advantages of the Soundcore P20i
- Good for gaming
- Very good for air travel
Key differences
Music
7.5
6.4
The AKG K361 is good for music, while the Soundcore P20i is only fair.
Gaming
6.3
7.3
The Soundcore P20i is good for gaming, while the AKG K361 is only fair.
Phone Calls
3.2
5.0
The Soundcore P20i and AKG K361 are both poor for phone calls, though the Soundcore P20i is somewhat better.
TV and Video
7.8
7.0
The AKG K361 and Soundcore P20i are both good for TV and video, though the AKG K361 is somewhat better.
Noise Reduction
6.0
6.5
The Soundcore P20i and AKG K361 are both only fair for noise reduction, though the Soundcore P20i is somewhat better.
Battery
N/A
9.0 Hours
The AKG K361 does not have a battery. The Soundcore P20i has 9 hours of battery life.
Cost
$98
$25
$0
$50
$100
$150
$200
The AKG K361 has a price of $98 and the Soundcore P20i costs $25.
Build Quality
8.5
9.0
The Soundcore P20i has excellent build quality, while the AKG K361 has very good build quality.
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Key similarities
Podcasts and Audiobooks
5.0
4.7
The AKG K361 and Soundcore P20i are both poor for podcasts and audiobooks.
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How the AKG K361 and the Soundcore P20i compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| AKG K361 | Soundcore P20i |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$98 | $25 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | AKG | Soundcore | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | July 1, 2018 | May 1, 2023 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 7.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 3.3/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 6.4/10 | 7.4/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.9/10 | 7/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 4.3/10 | 6.3/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | N/A | 9 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | N/A | Yes | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | N/A | 2 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | N/A | 5.3 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | N/A | 20 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 6/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | N/A | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | N/A | Yes | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | N/A | 7/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.5/10 | 9/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7.6/10 | 7/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | N/A | Small | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 219 Grams | 4.5 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | N/A | Integrated | |
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AKG K361
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Alex Rowe | November 2019
"The K361 retains much of what makes the K371 such a winner, though it has a leaner sound, and the build changes made to trim the price down are immediately apparent. Still, it’s another excellent offering from AKG, and other companies in this fight should either be very worried or quickly designing updates to their old models."
Soundcore P20i
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Ranbir Sen | May 2023
"I would recommend the Soundcore P20i Earbuds to everyone who loves music and would like to own comfortable pair of earbuds with a great range of sound quality. I would recommend users who buy this device use the right comfortable ear tips as per your ear design."
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About Soundcore
Soundcore is a sub-brand belonging to Anker Innovations. Starting in 2014, initially marketing wireless, Bluetooth, speakers, Anker now offers an array of, budget-friendly, wireless earbuds and headphones that directly compete, especially in the Active Noise Canceling field, with other brands several times as expensive.
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