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At a glance
- Brand
- Soundcore
- Type
- True Wireless
- Fit
- -
- Connection
- Wireless
- Noise cancelling
- Yes
- Released
- 2022
Score breakdowngood overall
Sound6.9
Noise cancelling5.3
Battery6.6
Calls6.4
Value4.8
Bulk Headphones, Earbuds & Speakers for Business Incredible Sound Loved by 20 Million+ People Rotate, Set, Go: Twist the 210° rotatable ear hooks until you find the perfect spot for you. The unique design keeps Sport X10 workout earbuds comfortably and securely in place throughout your workout. Exercise-Proof Buds: Sport X10 workout earbuds have a fully-waterproof, IPX7-rated build that stops liquids in their tracks.
The HearWiki takeAI-condensed
The Soundcore Sport X10 are budget-friendly true wireless earbuds built for active lifestyles, featuring a secure ear-hook design, a bass-forward sound profile, and hybrid active noise cancellation. They offer solid IPX7 waterproofing, a compact charging case, and a customizable EQ via the companion app, making them a strong value pick for workouts. While their ANC is decent for the price, they lack premium touches like wireless charging and touch controls.
What works
- Secure, comfortable fit with ear hooks
- Powerful bass-heavy sound with app EQ
- Effective hybrid ANC for the price
- Rugged IPX7 waterproof rating
- Good battery life with the charging case
What doesn't
- No touch controls, only physical buttons
- ANC is not the strongest in noisy environments
- Lacks wireless charging support
- No aptX codec support
Paraphrased from published reviews & specs - not an original hands-on test. Our AI disclosure.
Specifications
| Driver | 10 mm dynamic |
|---|---|
| Driver type | dynamic |
| Driver size | 10 mm |
| Drivers per side | 1 |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz - 20 kHz |
| Impedance | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 113 dB/mW |
Audio
| Driver | 10 mm dynamic |
|---|---|
| Driver type | dynamic |
| Driver size | 10 mm |
| Drivers per side | 1 |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz - 20 kHz |
| Impedance | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 113 dB/mW |
Wireless
| Bluetooth | 5.2 |
|---|---|
| Codecs | SBC, AAC |
| Multipoint pairing | No |
| Wireless range | 10 m |
Battery
| Battery life | 8 h |
|---|---|
| Battery life (ANC on) | 6 h |
| Battery incl. case | 32 h |
| Full charge time | 90 min |
| Quick charge | 10 min → 2 h |
| Wireless charging | No |
Features
| Active noise cancelling | Yes |
|---|---|
| ANC type | hybrid |
| Transparency mode | Yes |
| Companion app | Yes |
| Custom EQ | Yes |
| Controls | buttons |
| Voice assistant | Yes |
Design
| Weight | 4.4 g |
|---|---|
| Case weight | 40.4 g |
| Water resistance | IPX7 |
| USB-C | Yes |
Calls
| Microphones | 6 |
|---|---|
| Call noise reduction | Yes |
| Call NR technology | wind reduction |
What the reviews said
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What YouTube reviewers say
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The consensus
Positiveacross 5 videosReviewers agree the Soundcore Sport X10 excels for workouts, with a secure fit from its rotatable ear hooks, strong bass-heavy sound, and IPX7 waterproofing making it a top pick for exercise.
Reviewers liked
- Secure and comfortable fit with rotatable ear hooks
- Powerful bass-heavy sound with customizable EQ
- IPX7 waterproofing and durable build
- Effective hybrid ANC for most users
- Good battery life and practical physical buttons
Reviewers flagged
- No wireless charging case
- Bass emphasis can muddy mids for some
- ANC not the strongest compared to competitors
- Transparency mode is too quiet
- Maximum volume could be louder
7:30Watch Before You Buy! - Soundcore Sport X10 Review
The reviewer finds the Soundcore Sport X10 earbuds to be an excellent choice for workouts, praising their secure and comfortable fit, powerful bass-heavy sound, and user-friendly physical buttons. They also highlight the effective hybrid ANC and good battery life, concluding that these earbuds tick all the right boxes for sports use.
PositiveWatch on YouTube
10:49Soundcore Sport X10 : Checks All The Right Boxes!
The reviewer finds the Soundcore Sport X10 to be an excellent sport earbud that checks all the right boxes, offering impressive active noise cancellation, a waterproof IPX7 rating, and a compact design with swiveling ear hooks. The sound quality is well-balanced with punchy bass, though the maximum volume is a bit low and the case lacks wireless charging. Overall, it's a highly recommended value at $79.
PositiveWatch on YouTube
16:04Soundcore Sport X10 🔥 BASSHEADS Rejoice!
The reviewer finds the Soundcore Sport X10 to be an excellent choice for bass enthusiasts and intense workouts, praising the secure fit, robust build, and powerful bass. However, they note that the heavy bass emphasis muddies the mids, the transparency mode is too quiet, and there are some missing features like wireless charging and a low-latency mode, making it a mixed but generally positive review.
MixedWatch on YouTube
15:18The BEST Workout/Bass Earbuds! - Soundcore Sport X10 Review
The reviewer praises the Soundcore Sport X10 as an excellent workout earbud, highlighting its innovative rotatable ear hooks for a secure yet comfortable fit, strong bass-heavy sound with customizable EQ, and robust waterproofing. While noting some minor drawbacks like limited controls and average ANC, the overall verdict is highly positive, calling it the ultimate workout earbud.
PositiveWatch on YouTube
10:20Soundcore Sport X10 Review - New Workout Buds, IPX7 Waterproof, 32H Play, Fast Charge, Sport Earbuds
The reviewer finds the Soundcore Sport X10 to be a solid choice for workouts, praising its secure fit options, IPX7 water resistance, and clear call quality. While the active noise cancellation is not the strongest, the overall sound profile is good with customizable EQ, and the button controls are practical for sports use. The main caveat is that Bluetooth cuts out underwater, limiting swimming use.
PositiveWatch on YouTube
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