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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£9
  • Avg. price in US: ~$10
  • Form factor: on-ear
  • Connectivity: wireless
  • Battery life: 15 hours
  • Active noise cancellation (ANC): no

Govo Gobold 400 review. Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Headphones category and whether it is worth buying.

6.1

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%

6.1

Technical Score

20.0%

?

User score

Good
6.1

Technical Score

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 components:

52.0%

6.2

Sound

20.0%

4.4

Features

10.0%

7.8

Design

8.0%

6.8

Connectivity

6.0%

6.2

Battery

4.0%

6.7

Calls & Controls

Good
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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%

?

User reviews

30.0%

?

Popularity

  • 7.9
    Gaming

    Score components:

    35.0%

    ?

    Audio latency

    25.0%

    ?

    Low-latency game mode

    20.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

    12.0%

    4.0

    Noise-canceling microphone

    8.0%

    ?

    Battery life

  • 6.6
    Travel

    Score components:

    28.0%

    4.0

    Active noise cancellation (ANC)

    24.0%

    ?

    Battery life

    18.0%

    ?

    Weight

    16.0%

    10

    Multipoint support

    14.0%

    4.0

    Ambient sound mode

  • 7.2
    Calls

    Score components:

    28.0%

    4.0

    Noise-canceling microphone

    24.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

    18.0%

    10

    Multipoint support

    16.0%

    ?

    Battery life

    14.0%

    4.0

    Companion app

  • 8.7
    Workout

    Score components:

    28.0%

    ?

    Weight

    24.0%

    10

    Water resistance

    20.0%

    ?

    IP rating

    16.0%

    ?

    Battery life

    12.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

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Verdict

The Govo GoBold 400 is a wireless on-ear headphone featuring 40mm dynamic drivers designed to deliver deep bass and high-quality audio across a 20Hz–20kHz frequency range. Key characteristics include Bluetooth 5.2 connectivity with dual-pairing mode, an IPX4 splash-proof rating, and a lightweight 171g foldable design for portability. Its main pros are a solid 15-hour battery life with a quick 1–2 hour charge time via Micro USB, voice assistant support for Google and Siri, and comfortable plush ear pads for extended wear. However, users have noted cons such as the use of an aging Micro USB port instead of USB-C, a lack of active noise cancellation (ANC) in favor of only passive isolation, and some concerns regarding long-term build durability.

Technical Specifications of pair of headphones Govo Gobold 400

Technical Score

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 components:

52.0%

?

Sound

20.0%

?

Features

10.0%

?

Design

8.0%

?

Connectivity

6.0%

?

Battery

4.0%

?

Calls & Controls

6.1
Govo Gobold 400 has a technical score of 6.08 points, which is higher than that of 58.8% 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%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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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.
1.0
Govo Gobold 400 has a popularity of 1 points, which is lower than 73.4% 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%

6.1

Overall score

40.0%

10

Price

7.3
Govo Gobold 400 has a quality-to-price ratio of 7.3 points, which is higher than 47.8% 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

no
Govo Gobold 400 does not support active noise cancellation. 27.5% 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: HIGH

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: HIGH

40 mm
Govo Gobold 400 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
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
Govo Gobold 400 uses 1 drivers, fewer drivers than 4% of headphones and 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

20 Hz
Govo Gobold 400 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
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: LOW

no
Govo Gobold 400 does not support a noise-canceling microphone. 39% 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: LOW

yes
Govo Gobold 400 is headset-ready, 84.8% is not. 15.2% 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

1
Govo Gobold 400 has 1 microphones, more microphones than 26.9% of headphones and equal to 50.9% 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
Govo Gobold 400 does not include a boom microphone. 13.5% 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: LOW

wireless
Govo Gobold 400 supports wireless connectivity, more flexible connectivity than 50.8% of headphones and equal to 49.2% of headphones.
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: LOW

Good value: >=5.0

5.2
Govo Gobold 400 uses Bluetooth version 5.2, newer Bluetooth version than 85.7% of headphones and equal to 3% 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

10 m
Govo Gobold 400 offers a Bluetooth range of 10 m, higher Bluetooth range than 2.7% of headphones and equal to 80.6% 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: MEDIUM

Good value: <60 ms

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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: LOW

yes
Govo Gobold 400 supports multipoint. 69.4% 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

no
Govo Gobold 400 does not offer ambient sound mode. 24.9% 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

no
Govo Gobold 400 does not support EQ customization. 23.2% 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

no
Govo Gobold 400 does not work with a companion app. 21.6% 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: HIGH

Good value: >=4

N/A
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
Govo Gobold 400 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: LOW

Good value: >45 hours

15 hours
Govo Gobold 400 offers battery life of 15 hours, lower battery life than 79.3% of headphones and equal to 3.8% 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: LOW

Good value: >40 hours

N/A
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: LOW

Good value: <=2 hours

1.5 hours
Govo Gobold 400 needs 1.5 hours to charge, lower charging time than 87.2% of headphones and equal to 7.6% of headphones.
source range 1-2 h.
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: LOW

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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: LOW

Good value: >=720 mAh

400 mAh
Govo Gobold 400 has a battery capacity of 400 mAh, lower battery capacity than 69.7% of headphones and equal to 8.6% 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: LOW

Govo
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: LOW

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

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <150 g

171 g
Govo Gobold 400 weighs 171 g, lighter than 64% of headphones and equal to 0.1% 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: LOW

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: LOW

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Govo Gobold 400 vs the average pair of headphones

  • Multipoint support
    Govo Gobold 400 supports multipoint, the average pair of headphones does not. 30.6% of headphones support multipoint.
    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: LOW

    Govo Gobold 400 supports multipoint, the average pair of headphones does not. 30.6% of headphones support multipoint.
  • More flexible connectivity
    Govo Gobold 400 offers more flexible connectivity than the average pair of headphones (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support 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: LOW

    Govo Gobold 400 offers more flexible connectivity than the average pair of headphones (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.wireless vs wired
  • 6 dB/mW higher sensitivity
    Govo Gobold 400 has a higher sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (108 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

    Govo Gobold 400 has a higher sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (108 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.108 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • On-device controls
    Govo Gobold 400 includes on-device controls, the average pair of headphones 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: LOW

    Govo Gobold 400 includes on-device controls, the average pair of headphones does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
  • 0.5 hours shorter charging time
    Govo Gobold 400 has a lower charging time than the average pair of headphones (1.5 hours vs 2 hours). The average headphones need 2 hours to charge.
    source range 1-2 h.
    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: LOW

    Good value: <=2 hours

    Govo Gobold 400 has a lower charging time than the average pair of headphones (1.5 hours vs 2 hours). The average headphones need 2 hours to charge.1.5 hours vs 2 hours
  • AAC codec support
    Govo Gobold 400 supports AAC, the average pair of headphones does not. 32.2% of headphones support AAC.
    What it is: Supports AAC codec for iOS and compatible devices
    When it matters: When you mainly use Apple devices and want stronger Bluetooth codec support.

    Importance: LOW

    Govo Gobold 400 supports AAC, the average pair of headphones does not. 32.2% of headphones support AAC.
  • Foldable design
    Govo Gobold 400 has a foldable design, the average pair of headphones does not. 48.3% of headphones are foldable.
    What it is: Earcups or headband can fold for compact storage
    When it matters: When you travel often and want easier storage in a bag.

    Importance: LOW

    Govo Gobold 400 has a foldable design, the average pair of headphones does not. 48.3% of headphones are foldable.
  • 21.6% lower weight
    Govo Gobold 400 is lighter than the average pair of headphones (171 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: HIGH

    Good value: <150 g

    Govo Gobold 400 is lighter than the average pair of headphones (171 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.171 g vs 218 g
  • Foldable design
    Govo Gobold 400 has a foldable design, the average pair of headphones does not. 48.3% of headphones are foldable.
  • 21.6% lower weight
    Govo Gobold 400 is lighter than the average pair of headphones (171 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
  • Water resistance
    Govo Gobold 400 is water resistant, the average pair of headphones is not. 20.2% of headphones are water resistant.
  • 6 dB/mW higher sensitivity
    Govo Gobold 400 has a higher sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (108 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
  • 0.5 hours shorter charging time
    Govo Gobold 400 has a lower charging time than the average pair of headphones (1.5 hours vs 2 hours). The average headphones need 2 hours to charge.
  • Play while charging
    Govo Gobold 400 can play while charging, the average pair of headphones cannot. 29.1% of headphones support play while charging.
  • Rechargeable battery
    Govo Gobold 400 has a rechargeable battery, the average pair of headphones does not. 47.9% of headphones have a rechargeable battery.
  • Multipoint support
    Govo Gobold 400 supports multipoint, the average pair of headphones does not. 30.6% of headphones support multipoint.
  • More flexible connectivity
    Govo Gobold 400 offers more flexible connectivity than the average pair of headphones (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.
  • AAC codec support
    Govo Gobold 400 supports AAC, the average pair of headphones does not. 32.2% of headphones support AAC.
  • Fast pairing support
    Govo Gobold 400 supports fast pairing, the average pair of headphones does not. 14% of headphones support fast pairing.
  • Multipoint connections
    Govo Gobold 400 supports multipoint connections, while the average pair of headphones does not. 30.2% of headphones support multipoint connections.
  • On-device controls
    Govo Gobold 400 includes on-device controls, the average pair of headphones does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
  • 6 newer release date
    Govo Gobold 400 was released more recently than the average pair of headphones (2022 vs 2016). The average headphones were released in 2016.

Total
Overall
Design
Sound
Battery
Connectivity
Calls & Controls
Features
  • Tangle-prone cable
    Govo Gobold 400 uses a tangle-prone cable, while the average pair of headphones is easier to manage. 64.2% of headphones use a tangle-free cable.
  • 2 Hz weaker bass extension
    Govo Gobold 400 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.
  • No neodymium magnet
    Govo Gobold 400 does not use neodymium magnets, the average pair of headphones does. 81.9% of headphones use neodymium magnets.
  • 15 hours shorter battery life
    Govo Gobold 400 has a lower battery life than the average pair of headphones (15 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.
  • 31% lower battery capacity
    Govo Gobold 400 has a lower battery capacity than the average pair of headphones (400 mAh vs 580 mAh). The average headphones have a battery capacity of 580 mAh.
  • 15 hours shorter battery life
    Govo Gobold 400 has a lower battery life than the average pair of headphones (15 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: LOW

    Good value: >45 hours

    Govo Gobold 400 has a lower battery life than the average pair of headphones (15 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.15 hours vs 30 hours
  • 2 Hz weaker bass extension
    Govo Gobold 400 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.
    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

    Govo Gobold 400 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
  • 5.87x less popular
    Govo Gobold 400 is less popular than the average pair of headphones (1.00 vs 5.869).
    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.
    Govo Gobold 400 is less popular than the average pair of headphones (1.00 vs 5.869).1 vs 5.87
  • 31% lower battery capacity
    Govo Gobold 400 has a lower battery capacity than the average pair of headphones (400 mAh vs 580 mAh). The average headphones have a battery capacity of 580 mAh.
    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: LOW

    Good value: >=720 mAh

    Govo Gobold 400 has a lower battery capacity than the average pair of headphones (400 mAh vs 580 mAh). The average headphones have a battery capacity of 580 mAh.400 mAh vs 580 mAh
  • Tangle-prone cable
    Govo Gobold 400 uses a tangle-prone cable, while the average pair of headphones 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

    Govo Gobold 400 uses a tangle-prone cable, while the average pair of headphones is easier to manage. 64.2% of headphones use a tangle-free cable.
  • No neodymium magnet
    Govo Gobold 400 does not use neodymium magnets, the average pair of headphones does. 81.9% 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

    Govo Gobold 400 does not use neodymium magnets, the average pair of headphones does. 81.9% of headphones use neodymium magnets.
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Overall
Design
Sound
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What customers like about Govo Gobold 400?

  • Affordable price point offering high value for money
  • Clear sound quality with deep, punchy bass (40mm drivers)
  • Decent battery life, offering approximately 15 hours of playback
  • Lightweight and foldable design for better portability
  • Seamless Bluetooth 5.2 connectivity with good range
  • Includes a detachable cable for wired usage

What customers dislike about Govo Gobold 400?

  • Build quality concerns, with some users reporting the headband or extenders are brittle
  • Comfort issues during long sessions, sometimes applying too much pressure on the ears
  • Lacks Active Noise Cancellation (ANC); relies only on passive isolation
  • Uses Micro-USB charging instead of the more modern USB Type-C
  • Poor customer service and warranty support experiences reported by some users
  • Microphone quality is considered average or basic for calls

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