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Edifier W830BT Review | 93 Data compared

Avg. price:~£60Form factor:over-earConnectivity:wirelessBattery life:95 hoursActive noise cancellation (ANC):no

Edifier W830BT Review: Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Headphones category and whether it is worth buying.

Edifier W830BT
6.5/10

Overall score

Score
6.5/ 10
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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 distribution
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â–² Better than 63% of models
Score components

80%

6.0

Technical score

20%

8.5

User score

â–²Better than 63% of headphones
7.5

Value for money

Value for money
7.5/ 10
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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 distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 61% of models
Score components

70%

6.5

Overall score

30%

10

Price

â–²Better than 61%
6.0

Technical score

Technical score
6.0/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Headphones category across these key areas: Sound, Calls & Controls, Connectivity, Features, Battery, Design.
When it matters
When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 56% of models
Score components

52%

6.0

Sound

20%

5.4

Features

10%

6.9

Design

8%

6.2

Connectivity

6%

5.9

Battery

4%

6.9

Calls & Controls

â–²Better than 56%
8.5

User score

User score
8.5/ 10
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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 distribution
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â–² Better than 81% of models
Score components

70%

8.5

User ratings

30%

8.3

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–²Better than 81%
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Technical Specifications of pair of headphones Edifier W830BT

Technical score
Technical score
6.0/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Headphones category across these key areas: Sound, Calls & Controls, Connectivity, Features, Battery, Design.
When it matters
When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 56% of models
Score components:

52%

6.0

Sound

20%

5.4

Features

10%

6.9

Design

8%

6.2

Connectivity

6%

5.9

Battery

4%

6.9

Calls & Controls

6.0
User score
User score
8.5/ 10
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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 distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 81% of models
Score components

70%

8.5

User ratings

30%

8.3

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.5
Popularity
Popularity
8.3/ 10
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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.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 79% of models
Popularity:
Edifier W830BT has a popularity score of 8.3 points, which is higher than that of 78.8% of products in this category.
8.3
Value for money
Value for money
7.5/ 10
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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 distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 61% of models
Score components:

70%

6.5

Overall score

30%

10

Price

7.5
Active noise cancellation (ANC)
no
This pair of headphones does not support active noise cancellation. 27.5% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
Driver type
dynamic
Driver size
40 mm
Market range: <10 mm – >50 mm
This pair of headphones uses a driver size of 40 mm, larger driver size than 28.6% of headphones and equal to 53.3% of headphones.
Number of drivers
1
Market range: <1 – >4
This pair of headphones uses 1 drivers, fewer drivers than 4% of headphones and equal to 96% of headphones.
Lowest frequency
20 Hz
Market range: <5 Hz – >20 Hz
This pair of headphones reaches a lowest frequency of 20 Hz, higher lowest frequency than 50.8% of headphones and equal to 47.3% of headphones.
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Noise-canceling microphone
no
This pair of headphones does not support a noise-canceling microphone. 39% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
Can be used as a headset
yes
This pair of headphones is headset-ready, 84.8% is not. 15.2% of headphones can be used as headsets.
Number of microphones
1
Market range: <0 – >4
This pair of headphones has 1 microphones, more microphones than 26.9% of headphones and equal to 50.9% of headphones.
Boom microphone
no
This pair of headphones does not include a boom microphone. 13.5% of headphones have a boom microphone.
Microphone SNR
?
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Connectivity
wireless
This pair of headphones supports wireless connectivity, more flexible connectivity than 50.8% of headphones and equal to 49.2% of headphones.
Bluetooth version
4.1
This pair of headphones uses Bluetooth version 4.1, newer Bluetooth version than 62.3% of headphones and equal to 5.4% of headphones.
Maximum Bluetooth range
10 m
Market range: <10 m – >15 m
This pair of headphones offers a Bluetooth range of 10 m, higher Bluetooth range than 2.7% of headphones and equal to 80.6% of headphones.
Audio latency
130 ms
Market range: <40 ms – >222 ms
This pair of headphones has audio latency of 130 ms, lower audio latency than 52.5% of headphones and equal to 0.2% of headphones.
Multipoint support
yes
This pair of headphones supports multipoint. 69.4% of headphones support multipoint.
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Ambient sound mode
no
This pair of headphones does not offer ambient sound mode. 24.9% of headphones support ambient sound mode.
EQ support
yes
This pair of headphones supports EQ customization. 76.8% of headphones support EQ.
Companion app
no
This pair of headphones does not work with a companion app. 21.6% of headphones support companion apps.
Adjustable ANC levels
N/A
Voice assistant support
yes
This pair of headphones supports voice assistants. 39.2% of headphones support voice assistants.
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Battery life
95 hours
Market range: <10 hours – >70 hours
This pair of headphones offers battery life of 95 hours, higher battery life than 96% of headphones.
Battery life with ANC
N/A
Charging time
4 hours
Market range: <1.5 hours – >3.5 hours
This pair of headphones needs 4 hours to charge, higher charging time than 90.6% of headphones and equal to 4.6% of headphones.
Quick charge
no
This pair of headphones does not support quick charging. 33.1% of headphones support quick charge.
Battery capacity
1,500 mAh
Market range: <290 mAh – >1k mAh
This pair of headphones has a battery capacity of 1,500 mAh, higher battery capacity than 98.9% of headphones and equal to 0.2% of headphones.
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Brand name
Edifier
Form factor
over-ear
Weight
274 g
Market range: <14 g – >340 g
This pair of headphones weighs 274 g, heavier than 71.9% of headphones and equal to 0.1% of headphones.
Acoustic design
closed-back
Clamp force
?
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Edifier W830BT vs the average pair of headphones

246810TotalDesignSoundBatteryConnectivityCalls & ControlsFeatures
  • EQ customization
    This pair of headphones supports EQ customization, the average pair of headphones does not. 23.2% of headphones support EQ.
  • 65 hours longer battery life
    This pair of headphones has a higher battery life than the average pair of headphones (95 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.
    95 hours vs 30 hours
  • Multipoint support
    This pair of headphones supports multipoint, the average pair of headphones does not. 30.6% of headphones support multipoint.
  • More flexible connectivity
    This pair of headphones offers more flexible connectivity than the average pair of headphones (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.
    wireless vs wired
  • On-device controls
    This pair of headphones includes on-device controls, the average pair of headphones does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
  • 2.59x higher battery capacity
    This pair of headphones has a higher battery capacity than the average pair of headphones (1,500 mAh vs 580 mAh). The average headphones have a battery capacity of 580 mAh.
    1,500 mAh vs 580 mAh
  • 26 mm more spacious earcup width
    This pair of headphones offers more spacious earcup width than the average pair of headphones (70 mm vs 44 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup width of 44 mm.
    70 mm vs 44 mm
  • AAC codec support
    This pair of headphones supports AAC, the average pair of headphones does not. 32.2% of headphones support AAC.
  • 5.7% higher user score
    User score
    8.5/ 10
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    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 distribution
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    the average pair of headphones
    Edifier W830BT has a higher user score than the average pair of headphones (8.45 vs 8).
    8.45 vs 8
  • 26 mm more spacious earcup width
    This pair of headphones offers more spacious earcup width than the average pair of headphones (70 mm vs 44 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup width of 44 mm.
    70 mm vs 44 mm
  • Foldable design
    This pair of headphones has a foldable design, the average pair of headphones does not. 48.3% of headphones are foldable.
  • 65 hours longer battery life
    This pair of headphones has a higher battery life than the average pair of headphones (95 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.
    95 hours vs 30 hours
  • 2.59x higher battery capacity
    This pair of headphones has a higher battery capacity than the average pair of headphones (1,500 mAh vs 580 mAh). The average headphones have a battery capacity of 580 mAh.
    1,500 mAh vs 580 mAh
  • Removable battery
    This pair of headphones has a removable battery, the average pair of headphones does not. 7.8% of headphones have a removable battery.
  • Rechargeable battery
    This pair of headphones has a rechargeable battery, the average pair of headphones does not. 47.9% of headphones have a rechargeable battery.
  • Multipoint support
    This pair of headphones supports multipoint, the average pair of headphones does not. 30.6% of headphones support multipoint.
  • More flexible connectivity
    This pair of headphones offers more flexible connectivity than the average pair of headphones (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.
    wireless vs wired
  • AAC codec support
    This pair of headphones supports AAC, the average pair of headphones does not. 32.2% of headphones support AAC.
  • NFC pairing
    This pair of headphones supports NFC pairing, the average pair of headphones does not. 11.7% of headphones support NFC pairing.
  • AptX support
    This pair of headphones supports aptX, the average pair of headphones does not. 18.4% of headphones support aptX.
  • Multipoint connections
    This pair of headphones supports multipoint connections, while the average pair of headphones does not. 30.2% of headphones support multipoint connections.
    supports multipoint for up to 2 devices.
  • On-device controls
    This pair of headphones includes on-device controls, the average pair of headphones does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
  • Quick mic mute
    This pair of headphones includes a quick mic mute, the average pair of headphones does not. 29.3% of headphones support a mute function.
  • EQ customization
    This pair of headphones supports EQ customization, the average pair of headphones does not. 23.2% of headphones support EQ.
  • 2 hours longer charging time
    This pair of headphones has a higher charging time than the average pair of headphones (4 hours vs 2 hours). The average headphones need 2 hours to charge.
    4 hours vs 2 hours
  • 25.7% higher weight
    This pair of headphones is heavier than the average pair of headphones (274 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    274 g vs 218 g
  • 6 dB/mW lower sensitivity
    This pair of headphones has a lower sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (96 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
    96 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • 2 Hz weaker bass extension
    This pair of headphones has a higher lowest frequency than the average pair of headphones (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
    20 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • Tangle-prone cable
    This pair of headphones uses a tangle-prone cable, while the average pair of headphones is easier to manage. 64.2% of headphones use a tangle-free cable.
  • 3 mm tighter earcup height
    This pair of headphones has tighter earcup height than the average pair of headphones (57 mm vs 60 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup height of 60 mm.
    57 mm vs 60 mm
  • 7 dB SPL lower sound pressure level
    This pair of headphones has a lower sound pressure level than the average pair of headphones (96 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL). The average headphones reach a sound pressure level of 103 dB SPL.
    96 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL
  • 25.7% higher weight
    This pair of headphones is heavier than the average pair of headphones (274 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    274 g vs 218 g
  • Tangle-prone cable
    This pair of headphones uses a tangle-prone cable, while the average pair of headphones is easier to manage. 64.2% of headphones use a tangle-free cable.
  • 3 mm tighter earcup height
    This pair of headphones has tighter earcup height than the average pair of headphones (57 mm vs 60 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup height of 60 mm.
    57 mm vs 60 mm
  • 6 dB/mW lower sensitivity
    This pair of headphones has a lower sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (96 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
    96 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • 2 Hz weaker bass extension
    This pair of headphones has a higher lowest frequency than the average pair of headphones (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
    20 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • 7 dB SPL lower sound pressure level
    This pair of headphones has a lower sound pressure level than the average pair of headphones (96 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL). The average headphones reach a sound pressure level of 103 dB SPL.
    96 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL
  • 2 hours longer charging time
    This pair of headphones has a higher charging time than the average pair of headphones (4 hours vs 2 hours). The average headphones need 2 hours to charge.
    4 hours vs 2 hours

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

9.0
Mr MuBot
≈ estimated
09/01/2019
Long-term test · two months of use and rival comparison
Verdict
Edifier W830BT is recommended for its sound and battery life, though comfort could be better for some listeners.
9.0
Adam Lobo TV
≈ estimated
10/05/2018
Unboxing and review · weeks of use and battery test
Verdict
Edifier W830BT is still a great pair, highly recommended by the creator, with a strong battery.
9.5
GadgetViper
≈ estimated
28/11/2017
Hands-on review · battery test and sound impressions
Verdict
Edifier W830BT is the best pair the creator currently owns, with no negatives found.
9.0
Bits Tribe
≈ estimated
03/07/2018
Hands-on review · battery test and sound tests
Verdict
Edifier W830BT is strongly recommended, with much longer battery life and better audio than its predecessor.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

gadgetviper.com
12/07/2019
Battery test · Over-ear headset
Verdict
The Edifier W830BT is a comfortable, good-value pair whose battery outlasts most rivals, though its single control button can dial the last number by accident.
androidheadlines.com
07/05/2018
Hands-on test · Wired or Bluetooth headset
Verdict
The Edifier W830BT is a comfortable, serious bargain whose battery lasts days, best for people who value endurance and don't need noise cancelling.
techguysmartbuy.com
21/06/2019
Two-month test · Budget over-ear headset
Verdict
The Edifier W830BT is a budget headset whose sound and battery punch above its price, though its creaky plastic build and lack of noise cancelling hold it back.
tech-gaming.com
01/06/2019
Endurance test · Wireless headset
Verdict
The Edifier W830BT is a battery-life champion, but its unremarkable bass and dull highs make it a poor pick if sound quality comes first.
digitalchumps.com
06/05/2019
One-week test · Everyday headset
Verdict
The Edifier W830BT is a comfortable, easy-to-use middle-of-the-road headset with solid bass, best for everyday listeners who don't need very loud volume.
tech360.tv
04/06/2020
Three-week test · Over-ear headset
Verdict
The Edifier W830BT is a battery-life champion for over-ear listening, with good rather than great sound and buttons that could be clearer.
actugaming.net
16/06/2018
Two-week test · Over-ear headset
Verdict
The Edifier W830BT is a good-value over-ear headset with a battery that lasts many days and clear, balanced sound, though its bass can be a bit heavy.
iphoneitalia.com
28/12/2018
Hands-on review · Over-ear headset
Verdict
The Edifier W830BT is a strong-value over-ear headset with weeks of battery life and warm, powerful sound, though it is not for demanding audiophiles.
techtesters.eu
15/03/2018
Hands-on test · Bass-heavy Bluetooth headphones
Verdict
The Edifier W830BT is a comfortable, well-built pair with strong bass that suits bass fans, but its treble and voices are weak.

Third-party reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
Reviews last updated: November 2026 · How we calculate this

What customers like about Edifier W830BT

  • Exceptional battery life, often reaching up to 95 hours on a single charge
  • High comfort levels with plush, soft memory foam ear pads suitable for long wear
  • Competitive price point offering strong value for budget-conscious buyers
  • Balanced sound profile with warm, rich bass that isn't overpowering
  • Lightweight and foldable design for easier portability and storage
  • Supports Qualcomm aptX for improved Bluetooth audio quality
  • Multipoint connectivity allows pairing with two devices simultaneously

What customers don't like about Edifier W830BT

  • Mostly plastic construction can feel cheap and is prone to creaking
  • Microphone and call quality are often cited as poor or average
  • Recessed mid-range and lack of treble detail for critical listening
  • Ear padding may begin to peel or come unglued after a year of use
  • No Active Noise Cancellation (ANC); relies entirely on passive isolation
  • Uses an older Micro-USB charging port rather than modern USB-C
  • Passive isolation is only moderate and may not block out loud environments

Verdict

The Edifier W830BT is a wireless over-ear headset powered by 40mm neodymium drivers and Bluetooth 4.1 with Qualcomm aptX for high-quality audio streaming. Its standout feature is an industry-leading battery life of up to 95 hours of playback (1500 hours standby) on a single 4-hour charge via micro-USB. The design prioritizes comfort with extra-soft synthetic leather ear pads and a 90-degree swivel, foldable frame reinforced by a stainless steel headband. Key pros include the massive battery endurance, NFC pairing for quick device switching, and multipoint support for two devices simultaneously. However, some users note cons such as mediocre microphone quality for calls, a lack of active noise cancellation (ANC), and a slightly bulky plastic build that can occasionally produce creaking sounds.

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