True Wireless
QCY T9S
62Average
$25
Full review dataQCY T9S vs Soundcore Space A40: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Soundcore Space A40 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 Space A40 - Great overall at around $41.
True Wireless
Soundcore Space A40
78Great
$41
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
QCY T9S
Sound6.5
Battery5.0
Calls7.0
Value7.0
Soundcore Space A40
Sound7.5
Noise cancelling8.5
Battery7.0
Calls7.0
Value8.0
Specifications
| Spec | QCY T9S | Soundcore Space A40 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | True Wireless | True Wireless |
| Price (USD) | $25 | $41 |
| HearWiki score | 62 / 100 · Average | 78 / 100 · Great |
| Released | 2020 | 2022 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver size | 6 mm | 10 mm |
| Drivers per side | 2 | 2 |
| Frequency response | 20Hz-20kHz | - |
| Impedance | - | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 104 dB/mW | - |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.2 |
| Bluetooth version | 5.0 | 5.2 |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | SBC, AAC, LDAC |
| Multipoint pairing | No | Yes |
| Wireless range | 10 m | 10 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 4.5 h | 10 h |
| Battery life (ANC on) | - | 8 h |
| Battery incl. case | 20 h | 50 h |
| Full charge time | 120 min | - |
| Quick charge | - | 10 min = 4 h |
| Wireless charging | No | Yes |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | - | Yes |
| ANC type | none | adaptive |
| Transparency mode | No | Yes |
| Companion app | Yes | - |
| Custom EQ | No | Yes |
| Wear detection | No | No |
| Controls | touch | touch |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 4.97 g | 4.9 g |
| Case weight | 31.2 g | 48.4 g |
| Water resistance | IPX4 | IPX4 |
| Detachable cable | No | - |
| USB-C | No | Yes |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | 1 | 6 |
What reviewers said
QCY T9S
The QCY T9S are true wireless earbuds designed with sport wings for a secure fit, making them suitable for both workouts and daily use. They deliver an energetic, uplifting sound and perform well for calls, though their compact 6mm drivers and lack of features like ANC or transparency mode keep them firmly in the budget category. Overall, they're a decent pick for those with larger ears seeking affordable, versatile earbuds.
- Pro:Secure sport-wing design for active use
- Pro:Lively and engaging sound signature
- Pro:Good call quality for the price
- Con:No active noise cancellation or transparency mode
- Con:Short 4-hour battery life per charge
- Con:No USB-C or wireless charging
Soundcore Space A40
The Soundcore Space A40 earbuds deliver a well-rounded budget experience, combining effective adaptive noise cancellation, balanced audio, and long battery life with multipoint connectivity. They offer strong value at around $100, with a comfortable fit and support for LDAC, though a few ergonomic and performance quirks keep them from being flawless.
- Pro:Effective adaptive ANC for the price
- Pro:Balanced, pleasant sound with LDAC support
- Pro:Long battery life with wireless charging case
- Con:Microphone quality is mediocre
- Con:Touch controls can be inconsistent
- Con:Case hinge feels less sturdy
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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