Over-Ear
AKG K175
76Great
$58
Full review dataAKG K175 vs Soundcore Life Q35: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Soundcore Life Q35 comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 78. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: Soundcore Life Q35 - Great overall at around $92.
Over-Ear
Soundcore Life Q35
78Great
$92
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
AKG K175
Sound7.5
Value8.0
Soundcore Life Q35
Sound7.5
Noise cancelling7.5
Battery9.0
Calls7.0
Value8.5
Specifications
| Spec | AKG K175 | Soundcore Life Q35 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Over-Ear | Over-Ear |
| Price (USD) | $58 | $92 |
| HearWiki score | 76 / 100 · Great | 78 / 100 · Great |
| Released | 2018 | 2021 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | dynamic | Custom silk-diaphragm drivers |
| Driver size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Drivers per side | 2 | 2 |
| Frequency response | 18Hz-26kHz | 20Hz-20kHz |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 114 dB/mW | - |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | - | 5.0 |
| Bluetooth version | - | 5.0 |
| Codecs | - | SBC, AAC, LDAC |
| Multipoint pairing | - | Yes |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | - | 40 h |
| Battery life (ANC on) | - | 60 h |
| Quick charge | - | 5 min = 4 h |
| Wireless charging | No | No |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | - | Yes |
| ANC type | - | hybrid |
| Transparency mode | - | Yes |
| Companion app | - | Yes |
| Custom EQ | - | Yes |
| Wear detection | - | No |
| Controls | - | buttons |
| Voice assistant | - | Google Assistant, Siri |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 247 g | 268 g |
| Water resistance | - | none |
| Detachable cable | Yes | - |
| USB-C | No | Yes |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | - | 4 |
What reviewers said
AKG K175
The AKG K175 is a wired, closed-back on-ear headphone designed for studio work and portable use, featuring a punchy, engaging sound signature with a wide frequency response. Its low 32-ohm impedance and high sensitivity make it easy to drive from phones and laptops, while the detachable coiled cable adds practical flexibility. The build quality and design are generally praised, though comfort and a slightly aggressive treble may not suit everyone.
- Pro:Easy to drive with any device
- Pro:Detachable coiled cable
- Pro:Punchy bass and engaging sound
- Con:Treble can sound aggressive at times
- Con:Comfort is rated lower than other aspects
- Con:No noise cancellation or wireless options
Soundcore Life Q35
The Soundcore Life Q35 are over-ear wireless headphones that deliver a bass-forward yet fairly balanced sound, strong active noise cancellation, and standout battery endurance that often exceeds the advertised 40 hours. They pack useful features like LDAC support, multipoint Bluetooth, and a companion app with EQ, all in a comfortable, affordable package, though their tuning isn't reference-grade and the midrange could be more transparent.
- Pro:Excellent battery life, often outlasting the rated 40 hours
- Pro:Effective hybrid ANC with a transparency mode
- Pro:Comfortable fit and solid build for the price
- Con:Bass-heavy tuning can sound boomy to some ears
- Con:Midrange clarity and out-of-box tuning could be better
- Con:No wear detection, so music keeps playing when removed
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