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Beats X vs Cambridge Audio Melomania A100: which should you buy?

Specs, scores and condensed review verdicts for the Beats X vs Cambridge Audio Melomania A100, side by side. Where a product has no HearWiki score yet, not enough reviews have been aggregated to rate it.

Score breakdown

Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.

Cambridge Audio Melomania A100 leads on 7 of 7 measures.

  • Beats X
  • Cambridge Audio Melomania A100
HearWiki score
-
86
Sound
-
9.0
Noise cancelling
-
7.8
Battery
-
8.5
Calls
-
8.0
Value
-
9.6
Price (USD)
$150
$99

Generation & platform

The scores rank quality. This is the other question: is the newer one actually newer technology, or the same platform in a new shell?

New platform

Cambridge Audio Melomania A100 (2025) against Beats X (2017). The Cambridge Audio Melomania A100 is the newer platform here: Bluetooth 5.4 against 4.0 and ANC type Adaptive against None. It also adds Multipoint pairing and USB-C.

  • X2017
  • Melomania A10020258 yr newer
What differsXMelomania A100

Platform

Bluetooth
4.0
5.4
ANC type
None
Adaptive

Everyday features

Multipoint pairing
No
Yes
USB-C
No
Yes

Specifications

XMelomania A100
Type
True Wireless
True Wireless
Price (USD)
$150
$99
HearWiki score
Not scored
86
Released
2017
2025
Availability
Discontinued
Sold new
Driver
dynamic
10 mm dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
-
10 mm
Drivers per side
-
1
Frequency response
-
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance
-
25 Ω
Bluetooth
4.0
5.4
Codecs
-
SBC, AAC, aptX Adaptive, aptX Lossless, LDAC
Multipoint pairing
No
Yes
Battery life
8 h
11 h
Battery life (ANC on)
-
6.5 h
Battery incl. case
-
39 h
Full charge time
-
66 min
Quick charge
5 min → 2 h
10 min → 3.2 h
Wireless charging
-
Yes
Active noise cancelling
No
Yes
ANC type
-
adaptive
Transparency mode
-
Yes
Companion app
-
Yes
Custom EQ
-
Yes
Wear detection
-
No
Controls
-
touch
Voice assistant
Siri
Google Assistant, Siri
Weight
-
9.4 g
Case weight
-
38.7 g
Water resistance
-
IPX5
USB-C
No
Yes
Pad material
-
silicone
Microphones
1
6
Call noise reduction
-
Yes

What reviewers said

Beats X

These wireless in-ear headphones offer a secure, cable-connected fit with Bluetooth 4.0 and Apple's W1 chip for seamless pairing. They provide up to 8 hours of playback and a quick-charge feature that delivers 2 hours of use from just 5 minutes of charging, along with an inline mic and remote for calls and controls. Lacking active noise cancellation, they focus on straightforward, reliable performance for everyday listening.

  • Pro:Fast Fuel quick charge gives 2 hours from a 5-minute charge
  • Pro:Stable wireless connection with Apple's W1 chip
  • Pro:Lightweight, flexible neckband design for comfort
  • Con:No active noise cancellation
  • Con:Bluetooth 4.0 is older and less stable than newer versions
  • Con:Battery life is modest at 8 hours

Cambridge Audio Melomania A100

The Cambridge Audio Melomania A100 are true wireless earbuds that deliver a versatile feature set at a mid-range price. They combine adaptive active noise cancellation with high-resolution wireless audio support, including LDAC and aptX Lossless, along with a comfortable, water-resistant design. With a lengthy total battery life and convenient extras like wireless charging and multipoint, they aim to be a well-rounded daily companion.

  • Pro:Excellent codec support including LDAC and aptX Lossless
  • Pro:Adaptive ANC and transparency mode for flexible listening
  • Pro:Long total battery life with wireless charging case
  • Con:Battery life drops significantly with ANC enabled
  • Con:Touch controls may take time to master
  • Con:No mention of ear tips or fit accessories in specs

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