Anker Soundcore Life Q35 Review | 93 Data compared

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  • Avg. price: ~£110
  • Form factor: over-ear
  • Connectivity: wireless
  • Battery life: 60 hours
  • Active noise cancellation (ANC): yes

Anker Soundcore Life Q35 review. Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among headphones and if it is worth buying.

8.4

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the headphones' quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best headphones on the market.

Score components:

80.0%

8.2

Technical Score

20.0%

9.2

User score

Excellent
8.2

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the headphones' technical performance, covering key areas such as sound quality, noise cancelling, microphone performance, battery life, comfort, connectivity, features, and build quality.

When it matters: When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

52.0%

8.9

Sound

20.0%

7.6

Features

10.0%

7.0

Design

8.0%

5.6

Connectivity

6.0%

8.9

Battery

4.0%

9.4

Calls & Controls

Excellent
9.2

User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.

When it matters: When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.

Score components:

70.0%

8.8

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
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Exceptional
  • 6.1
    Gaming

    Score components:

    35.0%

    5.3

    Audio latency

    25.0%

    1.0

    Low-latency game mode

    20.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

    12.0%

    10

    Noise-canceling microphone

    8.0%

    10

    Battery life

  • 8.9
    Travel

    Score components:

    28.0%

    10

    Active noise cancellation (ANC)

    24.0%

    10

    Battery life

    18.0%

    4.0

    Weight

    16.0%

    10

    Multipoint support

    14.0%

    10

    Ambient sound mode

  • 10
    Calls

    Score components:

    28.0%

    10

    Noise-canceling microphone

    24.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

    18.0%

    10

    Multipoint support

    16.0%

    10

    Battery life

    14.0%

    10

    Companion app

  • 5.0
    Workout

    Score components:

    28.0%

    4.0

    Weight

    24.0%

    1.0

    Water resistance

    20.0%

    4.0

    IP rating

    16.0%

    10

    Battery life

    12.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

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Verdict

The Anker Soundcore Life Q35 is an over-ear wireless headphone featuring custom 40mm silk-diaphragm drivers that support Hi-Res Audio and Hi-Res Audio Wireless standards. Key characteristics include LDAC technology for high-bitrate streaming, hybrid active noise cancellation with transport, indoor, and outdoor modes, and a 2-microphone array with an AI algorithm for clear calls. Its main pros are an extensive battery life of up to 40 hours with ANC (60 hours without), fast charging that provides 4 hours of playback from just 5 minutes of power, and convenient features like NFC pairing, multipoint connectivity, and wear-detection sensors. However, notable cons include a bulky design that lacks an official IP rating for water resistance, a sound profile that some users find overly bass-heavy, and the inability to use the headphones while they are charging.

Technical Specifications of Anker Soundcore Life Q35

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the headphones' technical performance, covering key areas such as sound quality, noise cancelling, microphone performance, battery life, comfort, connectivity, features, and build quality.

When it matters: When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

52.0%

8.9

Sound

20.0%

7.6

Features

10.0%

7.0

Design

8.0%

5.6

Connectivity

6.0%

8.9

Battery

4.0%

9.4

Calls & Controls

8.2
Anker Soundcore Life Q35 has a technical score of 8.2 points, which is higher than that of 96.2% of products in this category.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.

When it matters: When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.

Score components:

70.0%

8.8

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
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9.2
Anker Soundcore Life Q35 has a user score of 9.15 points, which is higher than that of 90.3% of products in this category.
Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the headphones.
When it matters: When you prefer headphones that have already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.
10
Anker Soundcore Life Q35 has a popularity of 10 points, which is higher than 71.9% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the headphones' overall rating with their cost.

When it matters: When you are looking for headphones that offer a strong balance of performance, features, and price.

Score components:

60.0%

8.4

Overall score

40.0%

9.9

Price

8.9
Anker Soundcore Life Q35 has a quality-to-price ratio of 8.9 points, which is higher than 97.8% of products in this category.
Active noise cancellation (ANC)
What it is: Reduces background noise using active technology
When it matters: When blocking office, travel, or aircraft noise is a priority.

Importance: HIGH

yes
Anker Soundcore Life Q35 supports active noise cancellation. 72.6% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
Driver type
What it is: Type of speaker driver technology used
When it matters: When the underlying sound character and driver technology matter to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

dynamic
Driver size
What it is: Diameter of the speaker driver unit
When it matters: When you want extra hardware context behind how the headphones may handle bass weight, scale, or overall presentation.

Importance: MEDIUM

40 mm
Anker Soundcore Life Q35 uses a driver size of 40 mm, larger driver size than 28.2% of headphones and equal to 53.6% of headphones.
Number of drivers
What it is: Total number of speaker drivers per earcup
When it matters: When multi-driver designs are part of your buying criteria.

Importance: LOW

1
Anker Soundcore Life Q35 uses 1 drivers, equal to 96% of headphones.
Lowest frequency
What it is: Lowest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce
When it matters: When deeper bass extension matters for your music or movie listening.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=10 Hz

16 Hz
Anker Soundcore Life Q35 reaches a lowest frequency of 16 Hz, lower lowest frequency than 54.3% of headphones and equal to 4.1% of headphones.
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Noise-canceling microphone
What it is: Built-in microphone reduces background noise during calls
When it matters: When you take calls in busy spaces and want your voice to stay clearer.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Anker Soundcore Life Q35 supports a noise-canceling microphone. 54.5% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
Can be used as a headset
What it is: Shows whether the headphones can handle voice chat and calls in addition to normal audio playback.
When it matters: When one pair needs to cover music, calls, meetings, and gaming chat.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Anker Soundcore Life Q35 is headset-ready, 84.7% is not. 15.3% of headphones can be used as headsets.
Number of microphones
What it is: Total number of built-in microphones
When it matters: When call pickup quality and beamforming support matter to you.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=2

4
Anker Soundcore Life Q35 has 4 microphones, more microphones than 88.2% of headphones and equal to 5% of headphones.
Boom microphone
What it is: Includes detachable boom microphone for voice clarity
When it matters: When you need stronger voice clarity for gaming, streaming, or work calls.

Importance: LOW

no
Anker Soundcore Life Q35 does not include a boom microphone. 15.6% of headphones have a boom microphone.
Microphone SNR
What it is: Signal-to-noise ratio of the microphone
When it matters: When call clarity matters and you want your voice picked up more cleanly instead of buried in background hiss.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >80 dB

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Connectivity
What it is: Available connection methods (wired, wireless, Bluetooth, etc.)
When it matters: When the headphones need to match how you listen across wired and wireless devices.

Importance: HIGH

wireless
Anker Soundcore Life Q35 supports wireless connectivity, more flexible connectivity than 52.6% of headphones and equal to 47.4% of headphones.
supports both wireless and wired connectivity.
Bluetooth version
What it is: Version of Bluetooth technology supported
When it matters: When wireless stability, efficiency, and feature support matter more than treating Bluetooth as a box-check spec.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5.0

5.0
Anker Soundcore Life Q35 uses Bluetooth version 5.0, newer Bluetooth version than 70.9% of headphones and equal to 13% of headphones.
Maximum Bluetooth range
What it is: Maximum wireless operating distance from source device
When it matters: When you move around rooms and want fewer dropouts from your source device.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=10 m

15 m
Anker Soundcore Life Q35 offers a Bluetooth range of 15 m, higher Bluetooth range than 84.2% of headphones and equal to 6.2% of headphones.
Audio latency
What it is: Delay between audio and video in wireless mode
When it matters: When you watch video or play games and need sound to stay in sync.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <60 ms

150 ms
Anker Soundcore Life Q35 has audio latency of 150 ms, higher audio latency than 52.5% of headphones and equal to 4.6% of headphones.
Multipoint support
What it is: Supports simultaneous connections to multiple devices
When it matters: When you switch often between a phone and a laptop during the day.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Anker Soundcore Life Q35 supports multipoint. 35% of headphones support multipoint.
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Ambient sound mode
What it is: Allows external sounds to pass through for awareness
When it matters: When you need to stay aware of traffic, voices, or announcements.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Anker Soundcore Life Q35 supports ambient sound mode. 23.2% of headphones support ambient sound mode.
EQ support
What it is: Allows customization of sound profile via equalizer
When it matters: When the stock tuning is not enough and you want to shape bass, mids, or treble to match your taste.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Anker Soundcore Life Q35 supports EQ customization. 76.8% of headphones support EQ.
Companion app
What it is: Dedicated mobile app for customization and updates
When it matters: When software customization, updates, and extra controls matter.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Anker Soundcore Life Q35 works with a companion app. 55.7% of headphones support companion apps.
Adjustable ANC levels
What it is: Allows adjustment of noise cancellation intensity levels
When it matters: When you move between quiet rooms, offices, streets, and public transport and do not want one ANC setting for every situation.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=4

3
Anker Soundcore Life Q35 offers 3 adjustable ANC levels, more adjustable ANC levels than 94.4% of headphones and equal to 2.8% of headphones.
Voice assistant support
What it is: Compatible with voice assistants like Siri, Alexa, or Google Assistant
When it matters: When hands-free control is part of your daily routine.

Importance: LOW

yes
Anker Soundcore Life Q35 supports voice assistants. 39.2% of headphones support voice assistants.
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Battery life
What it is: Playback time on a single charge
When it matters: When you commute, travel, or work long shifts and do not want charging breaks to interrupt listening.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >45 hours

60 hours
Anker Soundcore Life Q35 offers battery life of 60 hours, higher battery life than 79% of headphones and equal to 6.2% of headphones.
Battery life with ANC
What it is: Playback time with active noise cancellation enabled
When it matters: When you plan to keep noise cancellation on for most of the day.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >40 hours

40 hours
Anker Soundcore Life Q35 offers battery life with ANC of 40 hours, higher battery life with ANC than 61.4% of headphones and equal to 11.4% of headphones.
Charging time
What it is: Time required for a full battery charge
When it matters: When you often need the headphones ready again after short breaks.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=2 hours

2 hours
Anker Soundcore Life Q35 needs 2 hours to charge, lower charging time than 48.5% of headphones and equal to 39.1% of headphones.
Quick charge
What it is: Provides quick playback time with short charging period
When it matters: When a short top-up needs to deliver useful playback before you leave.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Anker Soundcore Life Q35 supports quick charge. 31% of headphones support quick charge.
Battery capacity
What it is: Total energy storage of the internal battery
When it matters: When you are estimating how much battery headroom the design may have before relying only on the official runtime claim.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=720 mAh

720 mAh
Anker Soundcore Life Q35 has a battery capacity of 720 mAh, higher battery capacity than 69.6% of headphones and equal to 1.3% of headphones.
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Brand name
What it is: The manufacturer or brand of the product.
When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

Importance: MEDIUM

Anker
Form factor
What it is: Overall design type of the headphones (over-ear, on-ear, in-ear, etc.)
When it matters: When comfort, portability, and isolation depend on the overall headphone style.

Importance: HIGH

over-ear
Weight
What it is: Total weight of the headphones
When it matters: When long listening sessions make wearing comfort more important.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <150 g

268 g
Anker Soundcore Life Q35 weighs 268 g, heavier than 69.6% of headphones and equal to 0.4% of headphones.
Acoustic design
What it is: Type of acoustic design (open-back, closed-back, semi-open)
When it matters: When you need the right balance of isolation, leakage, and soundstage.

Importance: HIGH

closed-back
Clamp force
What it is: Amount of clamping pressure applied to the head
When it matters: When comfort and fit security matter during long sessions.

Importance: MEDIUM

4.4
Anker Soundcore Life Q35 has a clamp force of 4.4, higher clamp force than 50.7% of headphones and equal to 4.2% of headphones.
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Anker Soundcore Life Q35 vs the average headphone

  • Active noise cancellation
    Anker Soundcore Life Q35 supports active noise cancellation, the average headphone does not. 27.4% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
    What it is: Reduces background noise using active technology
    When it matters: When blocking office, travel, or aircraft noise is a priority.

    Importance: HIGH

    Anker Soundcore Life Q35 supports active noise cancellation, the average headphone does not. 27.4% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
  • Hi-Res Audio certification
    Anker Soundcore Life Q35 has Hi-Res Audio certification, the average headphone does not. 22.9% of headphones are Hi-Res Audio certified.
    What it is: Certified for high-resolution audio playback
    When it matters: When official support for high-resolution playback matters to you.

    Importance: LOW

    Anker Soundcore Life Q35 has Hi-Res Audio certification, the average headphone does not. 22.9% of headphones are Hi-Res Audio certified.
  • EQ customization
    Anker Soundcore Life Q35 supports EQ customization, the average headphone does not. 23.3% of headphones support EQ.
    What it is: Allows customization of sound profile via equalizer
    When it matters: When the stock tuning is not enough and you want to shape bass, mids, or treble to match your taste.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Anker Soundcore Life Q35 supports EQ customization, the average headphone does not. 23.3% of headphones support EQ.
  • More flexible connectivity
    Anker Soundcore Life Q35 offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.
    supports both wireless and wired connectivity.
    What it is: Available connection methods (wired, wireless, Bluetooth, etc.)
    When it matters: When the headphones need to match how you listen across wired and wireless devices.

    Importance: HIGH

    Anker Soundcore Life Q35 offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.wireless vs wired
  • 20,000 Hz higher treble extension
    Anker Soundcore Life Q35 has a higher highest frequency than the average headphone (40,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.
    What it is: Highest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce
    When it matters: When treble extension and overall frequency reach matter to you.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=24000 Hz

    Anker Soundcore Life Q35 has a higher highest frequency than the average headphone (40,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.40000 Hz vs 20000 Hz
  • 30 hours longer battery life
    Anker Soundcore Life Q35 has a higher battery life than the average headphone (60 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.
    What it is: Playback time on a single charge
    When it matters: When you commute, travel, or work long shifts and do not want charging breaks to interrupt listening.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >45 hours

    Anker Soundcore Life Q35 has a higher battery life than the average headphone (60 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.60 hours vs 30 hours
  • Clear call microphone
    Anker Soundcore Life Q35 offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
    What it is: Built-in microphone reduces background noise during calls
    When it matters: When you take calls in busy spaces and want your voice to stay clearer.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Anker Soundcore Life Q35 offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
  • On-device controls
    Anker Soundcore Life Q35 includes on-device controls, the average headphone does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
    What it is: Physical controls available directly on headphones
    When it matters: When you need playback, volume, or call controls to be easy to reach without pulling out your phone.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Anker Soundcore Life Q35 includes on-device controls, the average headphone does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
  • Foldable design
    Anker Soundcore Life Q35 has a foldable design, the average headphone does not. 61% of headphones are foldable.
  • 5 mm more spacious earcup height
    Anker Soundcore Life Q35 offers more spacious earcup height than the average headphone (65 mm vs 60 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup height of 60 mm.
  • 7 mm more spacious earcup width
    Anker Soundcore Life Q35 offers more spacious earcup width than the average headphone (50 mm vs 43 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup width of 43 mm.
  • Active noise cancellation
    Anker Soundcore Life Q35 supports active noise cancellation, the average headphone does not. 27.4% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
  • Hi-Res Audio certification
    Anker Soundcore Life Q35 has Hi-Res Audio certification, the average headphone does not. 22.9% of headphones are Hi-Res Audio certified.
  • 20,000 Hz higher treble extension
    Anker Soundcore Life Q35 has a higher highest frequency than the average headphone (40,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.
  • 30 hours longer battery life
    Anker Soundcore Life Q35 has a higher battery life than the average headphone (60 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.
  • USB-C charging
    Anker Soundcore Life Q35 uses USB-C charging, the average headphone does not. 29.4% of headphones use USB Type-C.
  • 10 hours longer ANC battery life
    Anker Soundcore Life Q35 has a higher battery life with ANC than the average headphone (40 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life with ANC of 30 hours.
  • Rechargeable battery
    Anker Soundcore Life Q35 has a rechargeable battery, the average headphone does not. 47.9% of headphones have a rechargeable battery.
  • 20% higher battery capacity
    Anker Soundcore Life Q35 has a higher battery capacity than the average headphone (720 mAh vs 600 mAh). The average headphones have a battery capacity of 600 mAh.
  • More flexible connectivity
    Anker Soundcore Life Q35 offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.
  • 5 m longer Bluetooth range
    Anker Soundcore Life Q35 has a higher Bluetooth range than the average headphone (15 m vs 10 m). The average headphones offer a Bluetooth range of 10 m.
  • Clear call microphone
    Anker Soundcore Life Q35 offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
  • On-device controls
    Anker Soundcore Life Q35 includes on-device controls, the average headphone does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
  • In-line controls
    Anker Soundcore Life Q35 includes in-line controls, the average headphone does not. 36.4% of headphones support in-line controls.
  • 3 more microphones
    Anker Soundcore Life Q35 has more microphones than the average headphone (4 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.
  • Wind noise reduction
    Anker Soundcore Life Q35 reduces wind noise, the average headphone does not. 34.1% of headphones support wind noise reduction.
  • Sidetone support
    Anker Soundcore Life Q35 supports sidetone, the average headphone does not. 29.7% of headphones support sidetone.
  • EQ customization
    Anker Soundcore Life Q35 supports EQ customization, the average headphone does not. 23.3% of headphones support EQ.
  • 22.9% higher weight
    Anker Soundcore Life Q35 is heavier than the average headphone (268 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
  • Tangle-prone cable
    Anker Soundcore Life Q35 uses a tangle-prone cable, while the average headphone is easier to manage. 64.2% of headphones use a tangle-free cable.
  • 3.7 dB/mW lower sensitivity
    Anker Soundcore Life Q35 has a lower sensitivity than the average headphone (98.3 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
  • No neodymium magnet
    Anker Soundcore Life Q35 does not use neodymium magnets, the average headphone does. 77.4% of headphones use neodymium magnets.
  • 4.7 dB SPL lower sound pressure level
    Anker Soundcore Life Q35 has a lower sound pressure level than the average headphone (98.3 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL). The average headphones reach a sound pressure level of 103 dB SPL.
  • 22.5 ms higher audio latency
    Anker Soundcore Life Q35 has a higher audio latency than the average headphone (150 ms vs 127.5 ms). The average headphones have audio latency of 127.5 ms.
  • 22.9% higher weight
    Anker Soundcore Life Q35 is heavier than the average headphone (268 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    What it is: Total weight of the headphones
    When it matters: When long listening sessions make wearing comfort more important.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <150 g

    Anker Soundcore Life Q35 is heavier than the average headphone (268 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.268 g vs 218 g
  • 3.7 dB/mW lower sensitivity
    Anker Soundcore Life Q35 has a lower sensitivity than the average headphone (98.3 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
    What it is: Sound pressure output level per unit of input power
    When it matters: When you plan to use weaker sources like phones, handhelds, or entry-level dongles and still want enough volume.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=106 dB/mW

    Anker Soundcore Life Q35 has a lower sensitivity than the average headphone (98.3 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.98.3 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • Tangle-prone cable
    Anker Soundcore Life Q35 uses a tangle-prone cable, while the average headphone is easier to manage. 64.2% of headphones use a tangle-free cable.
    What it is: Cable designed to resist tangling
    When it matters: When you often carry wired headphones in a bag or pocket.

    Importance: LOW

    Anker Soundcore Life Q35 uses a tangle-prone cable, while the average headphone is easier to manage. 64.2% of headphones use a tangle-free cable.
  • No neodymium magnet
    Anker Soundcore Life Q35 does not use neodymium magnets, the average headphone does. 77.4% of headphones use neodymium magnets.
    What it is: Uses neodymium magnets for stronger, clearer sound
    When it matters: When driver construction details are part of how you compare sound hardware.

    Importance: LOW

    Anker Soundcore Life Q35 does not use neodymium magnets, the average headphone does. 77.4% of headphones use neodymium magnets.
  • 22.5 ms higher audio latency
    Anker Soundcore Life Q35 has a higher audio latency than the average headphone (150 ms vs 127.5 ms). The average headphones have audio latency of 127.5 ms.
    What it is: Delay between audio and video in wireless mode
    When it matters: When you watch video or play games and need sound to stay in sync.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: <60 ms

    Anker Soundcore Life Q35 has a higher audio latency than the average headphone (150 ms vs 127.5 ms). The average headphones have audio latency of 127.5 ms.150 ms vs 127.5 ms
  • 4.7 dB SPL lower sound pressure level
    Anker Soundcore Life Q35 has a lower sound pressure level than the average headphone (98.3 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL). The average headphones reach a sound pressure level of 103 dB SPL.
    What it is: Output loudness level of the headphones, usually measured in dB. It helps compare how loud a model can play under similar conditions.
    When it matters: When you need a rough idea of how loud the headphones can get before you pair them with a weaker source.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >=108 dB SPL

    Anker Soundcore Life Q35 has a lower sound pressure level than the average headphone (98.3 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL). The average headphones reach a sound pressure level of 103 dB SPL.98.3 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL

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What customers like about Anker Soundcore Life Q35?

  • Exceptional battery life, often reaching 40–50+ hours with ANC enabled
  • Support for high-resolution LDAC codec for improved wireless audio quality
  • High level of customization via the Soundcore companion app with 22 EQ presets
  • Comfortable fit with soft memory foam earcups suitable for long listening sessions
  • Reliable multipoint connectivity allowing simultaneous connection to two devices
  • Good value for money, offering premium features at a lower price than flagship rivals

What customers dislike about Anker Soundcore Life Q35?

  • Bass-heavy default sound profile can be overwhelming or 'boomy' for some users
  • ANC performance is inconsistent and can significantly alter the audio profile
  • Bulky design that may cause fatigue during all-day use or feel less portable
  • Smart wearing detection feature is reported by some users to be unreliable or buggy
  • Mediocre breathability of earcups can lead to warm ears during extended use
  • Mic quality for calls is average and can sound somewhat processed or compressed

Expert reviews

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controllernerds.co.uk
13/06/2022

Soundcore Life Q35 Review Summary The Soundcore Life Q35 Bluetooth headphones offer exceptional value at a retail price of £129.99, earning a perfect 10/10 rating for their stellar performance across music, movies, and gaming. A major standout feature is the incredible battery life, which delivers up to 60 hours of playback with active noise cancellation (ANC) turned off, and 40...Read more

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techhive.com
17/08/2021

The Anker Soundcore Life Q35 over-ear headphones deliver exceptionally stylish design, lightweight comfort, and outstanding active noise cancellation (ANC) at an affordable price of $130. The review highlights that the ANC is fantastic and effortlessly shuts down ambient noise without altering the music quality. Additional features include Bluetooth 5, Sony's LDAC lossless codec, a...Read more

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androidcentral.com
14/07/2021

The Anker Soundcore Life Q35 headphones offer a premium, obsidian blue refresh to their predecessor (the Q30) by retaining the same physical design, button layouts, and spacious earcups, while reinforcing the build with sturdier plastic and soft vinyl materials. Audio quality is highly customizable via an 8-band equalizer and various presets in the companion Soundcore app, with this...Read more

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forbes.com
27/04/2021

The Anker Soundcore Life Q35 headphones are identified as a high-value alternative to premium models, featuring an exceptional 60-hour battery life (40 hours with ANC), high-resolution LDAC support for Android, and an effective Hybrid Active Noise Cancellation system. The lightweight design, comfortable memory foam ear cups, and 22 custom EQ presets via the Soundcore app are also...Read more

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swiftfind.co.uk
01/05/2021

The SwiftFind review gives the Soundcore Life Q35 by Anker highly positive scores, praising its clean, minimal design with dual-folding earcups and high-quality build materials. A major pro highlighted is its hybrid active noise cancellation (ANC), which includes three tailored modes (Travel, Outdoor, and Indoor) alongside a seamless "transparency mode" activated by a touch control...Read more

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richardtech.net
27/04/2021

Soundcore Life Q35 Review Summary The Soundcore Life Q35 active noise-cancelling headphones offer a premium, lightweight design (269 grams) that ensures long-term wearing comfort, making them highly suitable even for users who wear glasses. Powered by 40mm drivers, they support Hi-Res Audio and the LDAC codec, delivering a warm, punchy, and bass-focused audio experience that excels...Read more

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soundstagesolo.com
01/06/2021

The Soundcore Life Q35 Bluetooth headphones deliver exceptional value for $129.99, featuring a comfortable design, soft earpads, and modest clamping force reminiscent of Bose headphones. A major strength is the app-controlled adaptive noise-canceling feature, where the "Indoor" setting provides effective isolation without causing uncomfortable eardrum pressure. The headphones...Read more

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mightygadget.com
26/03/2026

The Anker Soundcore Life Q35 active noise cancelling (ANC) headphones offer premium features like High-Res Wireless audio and the high-bitrate LDAC codec, delivering impressive audio performance at an affordable launch price of £129.99. The sound signature leans toward a heavy, bass-forward U or V shape that effectively masks background noise, though the dominant low-end can...Read more

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theeffect.net
21/04/2022

The Anker Soundcore Life Q35 headphones offer impressive sound quality and effective active noise cancellation (ANC) at an affordable €129.99 price point. Weighing 270 grams, they feature a comfortable, sturdy design with spacious faux leather ear cups that remain securely in place without gripping too tightly. Key technical highlights include support for high-resolution LDAC...Read more

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tomsguide.com
22/05/2021

The Anker Soundcore Life Q35 serves as Anker's flagship over-ear, noise-cancelling headphones, priced at $129 and exclusively available in an Obsidian Blue finish. Architecturally, the headphones present a handsome, premium design built from plastic, aluminum, and protein-leather memory foam padding that offers moderate long-term comfort. The standout technical upgrade is the...Read more

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laptopmag.com
03/05/2021

The Anker Soundcore Life Q35 headphones offer impressive sound quality, long battery life, and high-resolution wireless streaming through the addition of the LDAC codec. Priced at $129, these iterative upgrades over the older Q30 model feature excellent active noise cancellation (ANC) with indoor, outdoor, and transport modes. They also provide stable multipoint connectivity to pair...Read more

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theguardian.com
10/05/2021

The Anker Soundcore Life Q35 headphones offer great features for a low price of £129.99. They have a very long battery life that lasts around 40 hours with noise-cancelling turned on. The noise-cancelling feature is surprisingly effective and beats most other cheap models. These headphones are also comfortable for long periods and support high-quality sound formats like LDAC. Plus,...Read more

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rtings.com
17/05/2021

The Anker Soundcore Life Q35 wireless headphones are designed for commuting and office use, featuring effective active noise cancelling (ANC) that reduces ambient sounds, such as engines and chatter. They provide a comfortable, long-term fit, a battery life exceeding 44 hours, and a companion app with a graphic EQ for sound customization. However, the headphones feature a bulky...Read more

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kopfbox.de
01/05/2021

The Soundcore Life Q35 by Anker is a highly recommended consumer-focused wireless over-ear headphone priced at €129.99,. It delivers an incredibly long battery life of roughly 40 hours with Active Noise Cancelling (ANC) enabled, supported by a fast-charging feature where a 5-minute charge provides 4 hours of playback. Physically, it features a stylish navy blue plastic design built...Read more

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inside-digital.de
11/05/2021

Here is a specific summary of the Soundcore Life Q35 review: Review Summary The Soundcore Life Q35 is a highly impressive, budget-friendly pair of over-ear headphones that offers a surprisingly wide soundstage, accurate separation of vocals and instruments, and punchy bass for its €130 price tag[:0.1.1]. Its active noise cancellation (ANC) functions remarkably well, featuring three...Read more

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nextpit.de
28/05/2021

The Soundcore Life Q35 by Anker is a high-quality pair of budget-friendly over-ear headphones that serves as a minor upgrade to its predecessor, the Q30. Retailing at €129.99, its standout features are an exceptionally long battery life—lasting up to 60 hours without active noise cancellation (ANC) and 40 hours with it enabled—along with a highly practical quick-charging feature...Read more

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heise.de
31/05/2021

when adjusting controls. The headphones lack the aptX codec, meaning they are not perfectly optimized for low-latency movie watching, and the treble can fall slightly behind the dominant bass during complex tracks at maximum volume. Ultimately, while the LDAC support provides a noticeable, clear upgrade over standard SBC audio, the reviewer concludes that the €50 price premium over...Read more

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iqhaus.de
19/10/2021

The iQhaus.de review highlights the Anker Soundcore Life Q35 as an affordable, feature-rich option priced under €100. The over-ear headphones deliver high-resolution audio backed by 40mm silk-diaphragm drivers and high-speed LDAC technology, which ensures a high data transfer rate over Bluetooth. Designed for maximum comfort, the headphones weigh 270 grams and utilize a soft memory...Read more

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connect.de
30/04/2021

The Anker Soundcore Life Q35 is a highly-rated, stylish over-ear ANC headphone that delivers strong premium performance at a competitive price of 130 Euros. It stands out by supporting Sony's high-resolution LDAC audio codec for uncompressed, high-quality music streaming on compatible Android devices. Equipped with 40-mm silk diaphragm drivers, it delivers a precise, vibrant...Read more

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computerbild.de
10/05/2021

Anker Soundcore Life Q35 The Anker Soundcore Life Q35 is a budget-friendly wireless headphone model launched at 130 Euros, positionally undercutting premium competitors like Bose and Sony, which typically retail between 250 and 300 Euros. In terms of advantages, the headphone offers highly effective active noise-cancelling (ANC) that successfully muffles environmental disruptions...Read more

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kopfhoerer.de
26/05/2021

The Soundcore Life Q35 by Anker is reviewed as a highly adaptable pair of wireless over-ear headphones that excel in battery endurance and functional flexibility. A major standout feature is its phenomenal battery life, delivering 46 hours of playtime with active noise cancellation (ANC) enabled and expanding to 56 hours with ANC turned off. The headphones feature a comfortable,...Read more

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on-mag.fr
25/08/2021

The Soundcore Life Q35 is a highly competitive, budget-friendly wireless noise-canceling headphone that offers excellent value at €130. Built by Anker's audio brand, this model lightly updates the previous Q30 design with lighter metallic color options and expanded technical features. It boasts impressive 40mm silk-diaphragm drivers that deliver a warm, deep, and clear sound...Read more

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on-mag.fr
21/07/2012

The ON-mag review highlights the Soundcore Life Q35 as an ambitious, budget-friendly wireless headphone released in June 2021 to compete with giants like Bose and Sony. A key pro emphasized in the review is its official Hi-Res Audio certification and the inclusion of LDAC audio codec support over Bluetooth 5.0, providing high-resolution wireless playback that is rare for its...Read more

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lesnumeriques.com
21/12/2013

The Soundcore Life Q35 bluetooth headphones build timidly upon the previous Q30 model, delivering a nearly identical user and audio experience with minor updates. On the positive side, the headphones feature very capable Active Noise Cancellation (ANC), a generously long battery life of 40 hours with ANC enabled, and an overall comfortable, completely foldable design. The audio...Read more

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nextpit.fr
31/05/2021

The NextPit review highlights the Anker Soundcore Life Q35 as an excellent, value-packed successor to the Q30. Among its primary pros, the review praises its stellar battery life, delivering up to 40 hours of playtime with active noise cancellation (ANC) enabled and up to 60 hours with it off. The addition of LDAC codec support provides impressive high-resolution wireless audio...Read more

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charlestech.fr
26/05/2024

Soundcore Life Q35 Review Summary The Soundcore Life Q35 is a highly competent, budget-friendly lifestyle Bluetooth 5.2 headphone that delivers impressive Hi-Res certified audio quality across a wide 20 Hz to 40,000 Hz frequency range. It stands out for its lightweight, durable design featuring a brushed aluminum headband rather than cheap plastic, offering long-lasting physical...Read more

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robadainformatici.it
03/03/2022

The Anker Soundcore Life Q35 is a highly rated, mid-range pair of over-ear Bluetooth headphones that offers exceptional value, comfort, and performance. Weighing only 267 grams due to its high-quality plastic build, it features a stylish matte dark blue design with plush synthetic leather padding on the earcups and headband for long listening sessions. Audiophiles will appreciate...Read more

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dhrme.nl
20/06/2023

The SoundCore Space Q45 stands out as the top recommendation in this review due to its superior build quality, roomy ear cups with smooth padding, and advanced feature set. Its standout features include top-tier transparency mode performance, adaptive ANC that minimizes ear pressure, an interactive multipoint device list in the app, and Hear ID custom sound tuning. On the downside,...Read more

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