Over-Ear
ASTRO Gaming A50 (Gen 3)
82Great
$60
Full review dataASTRO Gaming A50 (Gen 3) vs Soundcore Life Q20+: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the ASTRO Gaming A50 (Gen 3) comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 82. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: ASTRO Gaming A50 (Gen 3) - Great overall at around $60.
Over-Ear
Soundcore Life Q20+
68Good
$60
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
ASTRO Gaming A50 (Gen 3)
Sound8.0
Battery7.0
Calls6.0
Value7.0
Soundcore Life Q20+
Sound6.5
Noise cancelling6.0
Battery8.5
Calls5.0
Value8.0
Specifications
| Spec | ASTRO Gaming A50 (Gen 3) | Soundcore Life Q20+ |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Over-Ear | Over-Ear |
| Price (USD) | $60 | $60 |
| HearWiki score | 82 / 100 · Great | 68 / 100 · Good |
| Released | 2017 | 2021 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | dynamic | Custom oversized 40 mm dynamic drivers |
| Driver size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Drivers per side | 2 | 2 |
| Frequency response | 20Hz - 20,000Hz | up to 40kHz |
| Impedance | 48 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | - | none;} --> |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | - | 5.0 |
| Bluetooth version | none | 5.0 |
| Codecs | SBC | AAC, SBC |
| Multipoint pairing | No | No |
| Wireless range | 9.1 m | - |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 15 h | 60 h |
| Battery life (ANC on) | - | 40 h |
| Full charge time | - | 180 min |
| Quick charge | - | 5 min = 4 h |
| Wireless charging | No | No |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | No | Yes |
| ANC type | - | hybrid |
| Transparency mode | - | Yes |
| Companion app | - | Yes |
| Custom EQ | - | Yes |
| Wear detection | - | No |
| Controls | - | buttons |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 380 g | 258.5 g |
| Water resistance | none | none |
| USB-C | - | Yes |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | 1 | 1 |
What reviewers said
ASTRO Gaming A50 (Gen 3)
The ASTRO Gaming A50 (Gen 3) is a premium wireless headset designed for immersive gaming, delivering crisp virtual surround sound and a comfortable over-ear fit. Its standout feature is the convenient charging base, which also acts as a hub for connectivity, though the detachable microphone and software experience are less impressive than the hardware itself.
- Pro:Immersive virtual 7.1 surround sound
- Pro:Comfortable for long gaming sessions
- Pro:Convenient charging base and dock
- Con:Microphone quality is only average
- Con:Companion software is clunky
- Con:No Bluetooth or multipoint support
Soundcore Life Q20+
The Soundcore Life Q20+ is a budget-friendly over-ear wireless headphone that delivers solid value with its long battery life, comfortable fit, and effective hybrid noise cancellation. Its sound profile is generally balanced but leans toward bass, with some treble peaks, and audio quality can degrade slightly when ANC is turned on. While it lacks premium features like multipoint connectivity, it remains a practical pick for casual listeners seeking an affordable everyday headset.
- Pro:Excellent battery life of up to 40 hours with ANC on
- Pro:Lightweight and comfortable for extended wear
- Pro:Strong bass response and decent overall sound for the price
- Con:Sound quality noticeably worsens when active noise cancellation is enabled
- Con:ANC performance is average compared to higher-priced rivals
- Con:No multipoint pairing for switching between devices
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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