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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you value versatility and convenient features such as noise cancellation and wireless connectivity, the Soundcore Space A40 earbuds would suit you well. However, if you prioritize sound quality and are using them mostly for music in environments where you don't need noise cancellation, the AKG K361 headphones offer better sound reproduction but lack wireless features and active noise cancellation. The A40's are more portable given their earbud form factor, and they also support LDAC for high-resolution audio streaming over Bluetooth, which the AKG K361 doesn't, as they are wired headphones. Keep in mind that the A40's typically trade sound quality for extra features when compared to the AKG K361. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the AKG K361
Good for TV and video
Advantages of the Soundcore Space A40
Very good for air travel
Key differences
Gaming
6.3/10
4.9/10
The AKG K361 is only fair for gaming, while the Soundcore Space A40 is poor.
Phone Calls
3.2/10
4.8/10
The Soundcore Space A40 and AKG K361 are both poor for phone calls, though the Soundcore Space A40 is somewhat better.
TV and Video
7.8/10
5.3/10
The AKG K361 is good for TV and video, while the Soundcore Space A40 is poor.
Noise Reduction
6.0/10
9.1/10
The Soundcore Space A40 is excellent for noise reduction, while the AKG K361 is only fair.
Battery
N/A
8.0 Hours
The AKG K361 does not have a battery. The Soundcore Space A40 has 8 hours of battery life.
Cost
$99
$80
$40
$60
$80
$100
$120
$140
$160
The AKG K361 has a price of $99 and the Soundcore Space A40 costs $80.
"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."
"The Anker Soundcore Space A40 is an excellent deal if you want affordable noise canceling earbuds with great sound. The baseline frequency response is enjoyable, and the many EQ presets to choose from plus the ability to customize your sound profile makes it good for pretty much anyone. The noise canceling is quite good, and the many ear tips to choose from ensure a good fit for the noise canceling and isolation to do its job."
Get a great deal on the AKG K361 or the Soundcore Space A40
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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