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Huawei FreeBuds Neo vs Soundcore Sport X10: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the Huawei FreeBuds Neo comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 85. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: Huawei FreeBuds Neo - Outstanding overall at around $109.

Score breakdown

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

Huawei FreeBuds Neo leads on 6 of 7 measures.

  • Huawei FreeBuds Neo
  • Soundcore Sport X10
HearWiki score
85
69
Sound
8.0
6.9
Noise cancelling
8.0
5.3
Battery
8.0
6.6
Calls
8.0
6.4
Value
9.0
4.8
Price (USD)
$110
$80

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

Huawei FreeBuds Neo (2026) against Soundcore Sport X10 (2022). The Huawei FreeBuds Neo is the newer platform here: Top codec LDAC against AAC and ANC type Adaptive against Hybrid. It also adds Water resistance IP55 against IPX7.

  • FreeBuds Neo20264 yr newer
  • Sport X102022
What differsFreeBuds NeoSport X10

Platform

Top codec
LDAC
AAC
ANC type
Adaptive
Hybrid

Everyday features

Water resistance
IP55
IPX7

Level on: Transparency mode, Custom EQ, Companion app.

Specifications

FreeBuds NeoSport X10
Type
True Wireless
True Wireless
Price (USD)
$110
$80
HearWiki score
85
69
Released
2026
2022
Availability
Sold new
Still sold new
Driver
dynamic
10 mm dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
-
10 mm
Drivers per side
-
1
Frequency response
10 Hz - 48 kHz
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance
-
32 Ω
Sensitivity
-
113 dB/mW
Bluetooth
-
5.2
Codecs
LDAC
SBC, AAC
Multipoint pairing
-
No
Wireless range
-
10 m
Battery life
10 h
8 h
Battery life (ANC on)
6.5 h
6 h
Battery incl. case
40 h
32 h
Full charge time
-
90 min
Quick charge
-
10 min → 2 h
Wireless charging
-
No
Active noise cancelling
Yes
Yes
ANC type
adaptive
hybrid
Transparency mode
Yes
Yes
Companion app
Yes
Yes
Custom EQ
Yes
Yes
Controls
touch
buttons
Voice assistant
-
Yes
Weight
4.8 g
4.4 g
Case weight
-
40.4 g
Water resistance
IP55
IPX7
USB-C
-
Yes
Microphones
4
6
Call noise reduction
-
Yes
Call NR technology
-
wind reduction

What reviewers said

Huawei FreeBuds Neo

The Huawei FreeBuds Neo are lightweight, adaptive-noise-cancelling true wireless earbuds designed for everyday comfort and travel. They offer a balanced, lively sound with LDAC support and a practical, understated design, making them a solid mid-range choice for most users. While they excel in fit and call quality, they may not fully satisfy audiophiles or Apple ecosystem loyalists.

  • Pro:Lightweight and comfortable for extended wear
  • Pro:Effective adaptive noise cancellation
  • Pro:Supports LDAC for high-resolution audio
  • Con:Battery life with ANC is modest at 6.5 hours
  • Con:May lack appeal for audiophiles seeking specialized tuning
  • Con:Apple users might prefer AirPods Pro integration

Soundcore Sport X10

The Soundcore Sport X10 are budget-friendly true wireless earbuds built for workouts, featuring a secure hook design, IPX7 waterproofing, and a bass-heavy sound profile. They offer active noise cancellation, a transparency mode, and solid battery life, though their audio refinement and control scheme have some limitations. Overall, they deliver good value for fitness-focused listeners who prioritize durability and fit over premium features.

  • Pro:Secure, comfortable fit with ear hooks for intense exercise
  • Pro:IPX7 waterproof rating for sweat and rain resistance
  • Pro:Strong bass response and energetic sound signature
  • Con:No touch controls, relying on physical buttons
  • Con:Lacks aptX codec and wireless charging support
  • Con:Noise cancellation is not as strong as pricier rivals

Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.

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