Moondrop MOONDROP-CHU-II vs Anker Space A40
Moondrop MOONDROP-CHU-II
Anker Space A40 (A3936011)
What Buyers Say
Moondrop MOONDROP-CHU-II
The Moondrop Chu II offers exceptional sound quality for its low price, with clear mids and highs and a slightly V-shaped tuning. Build quality is solid with a metal housing, though some users report durability issues like volume imbalance and corrosion over time. The around-ear design and stiff cable are minor gripes, but overall it's a fantastic value for budget-conscious listeners.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality for the price
- Clear mids and highs
- Solid metal build
- Comfortable fit
- Good value for money
Cons
- Volume imbalance over time
- Non-removable nozzles prone to corrosion
- Stiff cable with strong memory
- Around-ear design not for everyone
- Heavy metal housing
Anker Space A40 (A3936011)
The Soundcore Space A40 earbuds receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their sound quality, battery life, and noise cancellation. Users appreciate the customizable app, comfortable fit, and value for money, though some note the ANC is not as strong as competitors and connectivity can occasionally drop in certain environments. Overall, they are highly recommended as a budget-friendly alternative to premium brands.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality with customizable EQ
- Long battery life with fast charging
- Effective noise cancellation
- Comfortable and secure fit
- Great value for money
Cons
- ANC not as strong as some competitors
- Occasional Bluetooth connection drops
- Touch controls limited to few options at once
- Ear tips may cause soreness for some users
- Battery life slightly less than advertised
Scores
Specifications
| Moondrop MOONDROP-CHU-II | Anker Space A40 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | — | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | S, M, L | XS, S, M, L, XL |
| Weight | 0.11 kg | 0.02 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | DLC Driver |
| Driver Size | 10 mm | 11 mm★ |
| Freq Min | 15 Hz★ | 20 Hz |
| Freq Max | 38 kHz★ | 20 kHz |
| Impedance | 18 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 119 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | — | LDAC |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | — | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | adaptive |
| Transparency | — | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | — | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.2★ |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | — | USB-C |
| Range | — | 15 m★ |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 10 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 0.16699999570846558 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 10 min for 4 hours playback |
| Charging | — | USB-C★ |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | — | 50 hrs★ |
| Case Charging | — | USB-C★ |
| Wireless Charging | — | ✓★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | — | ✓★ |
| Mic Count | — | 2★ |
| NC Mic | — | ✓★ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Siri, Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | — | ✓★ |
| App | — | soundcore |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✗ |
| Bone Conduction | — | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | — | IPX4 |
Pros & Cons
Moondrop MOONDROP-CHU-II
- Strong user sentiment (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong affordability (78th percentile)
- Strong social proof (73rd percentile)
- Strong comfort (70th percentile)
- Below average mic (11th percentile)11th %ile
- Below average connectivity (11th percentile)11th %ile
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Anker Space A40 (A3936011)
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong comfort (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong user sentiment (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Below average affordability (33rd percentile)
Pricing
Moondrop MOONDROP-CHU-II offers 1.8x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 81 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 19 of 36 specs.
