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Mixcder MS301 Review | 93 Data compared

Avg. price:~£70Form factor:over-earConnectivity:wirelessBattery life:20 hoursActive noise cancellation (ANC):no

Mixcder MS301 Review: Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Headphones category and whether it is worth buying.

Mixcder MS301
5.8/10

Overall score

Score
5.8/ 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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80%

5.8

Technical score

20%

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User score

â–¼Worse than 73% of headphones
7.1

Value for money

Value for money
7.1/ 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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Score components

70%

5.8

Overall score

30%

10

Price

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5.8

Technical score

Technical score
5.8/ 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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Score components

52%

6.2

Sound

20%

4.0

Features

10%

6.6

Design

8%

6.2

Connectivity

6%

6.0

Battery

4%

6.9

Calls & Controls

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User score

User score
8.0/ 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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70%

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User ratings

30%

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Where to buy
    N/A~ £70
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Technical Specifications of pair of headphones Mixcder MS301

Technical score
Technical score
5.8/ 10
✕
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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Score components:

52%

6.2

Sound

20%

4.0

Features

10%

6.6

Design

8%

6.2

Connectivity

6%

6.0

Battery

4%

6.9

Calls & Controls

5.8
User score
User score
8.0/ 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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Score components

70%

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User ratings

30%

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Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 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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Popularity:
Mixcder MS301 has a popularity score of 1 point, which is lower than that of 73.4% of products in this category.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
7.1/ 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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Score components:

70%

5.8

Overall score

30%

10

Price

7.1
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
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
This pair of headphones uses 1 drivers, fewer drivers than 4% of headphones and equal to 96% of headphones.
Lowest frequency
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
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
4.2
This pair of headphones uses Bluetooth version 4.2, newer Bluetooth version than 67.7% of headphones and equal to 3.2% of headphones.
Maximum Bluetooth range
10 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
40 ms
This pair of headphones has audio latency of 40 ms, lower audio latency than 77.2% of headphones and equal to 14.6% of headphones.
Multipoint support
no
This pair of headphones does not support multipoint. 30.6% 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
no
This pair of headphones does not support EQ customization. 23.2% 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
no
This pair of headphones does not support voice assistants. 60.9% of headphones support voice assistants.
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Battery life
20 hours
This pair of headphones offers battery life of 20 hours, lower battery life than 65.1% of headphones and equal to 8.3% of headphones.
Battery life with ANC
N/A
Charging time
2 hours
This pair of headphones needs 2 hours to charge, lower charging time than 47.8% of headphones and equal to 39% of headphones.
Quick charge
no
This pair of headphones does not support quick charging. 33.1% of headphones support quick charge.
Battery capacity
500 mAh
This pair of headphones has a battery capacity of 500 mAh, lower battery capacity than 55.3% of headphones and equal to 9.4% of headphones.
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Brand name
Mixcder
Form factor
over-ear
Weight
250 g
This pair of headphones weighs 250 g, heavier than 61.4% of headphones and equal to 1.5% of headphones.
Acoustic design
closed-back
Clamp force
?
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Mixcder MS301 vs the average pair of headphones

246810TotalDesignSoundBatteryConnectivityCalls & ControlsFeatures
  • Hi-Res Audio certification
    This pair of headphones has Hi-Res Audio certification, the average pair of headphones does not. 23.1% of headphones are Hi-Res Audio certified.
  • 110 ms lower audio latency
    This pair of headphones has a lower audio latency than the average pair of headphones (40 ms vs 150 ms). The average headphones have audio latency of 150 ms.
    40 ms vs 150 ms
  • 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
  • AptX Low Latency
    This pair of headphones supports aptX Low Latency, the average pair of headphones does not. 8% of headphones support aptX Low Latency.
  • 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.
  • Foldable design
    This pair of headphones has a foldable design, the average pair of headphones does not. 48.3% of headphones are foldable.
  • Wind noise reduction
    This pair of headphones reduces wind noise, the average pair of headphones does not. 34.3% of headphones support wind noise reduction.
  • AptX support
    This pair of headphones supports aptX, the average pair of headphones does not. 18.4% of headphones support aptX.
  • Foldable design
    This pair of headphones has a foldable design, the average pair of headphones does not. 48.3% of headphones are foldable.
  • Hi-Res Audio certification
    This pair of headphones has Hi-Res Audio certification, the average pair of headphones does not. 23.1% of headphones are Hi-Res Audio certified.
  • Play while charging
    This pair of headphones can play while charging, the average pair of headphones cannot. 29.1% of headphones support play while charging.
  • 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.
  • 110 ms lower audio latency
    This pair of headphones has a lower audio latency than the average pair of headphones (40 ms vs 150 ms). The average headphones have audio latency of 150 ms.
    40 ms vs 150 ms
  • 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
  • AptX Low Latency
    This pair of headphones supports aptX Low Latency, the average pair of headphones does not. 8% of headphones support aptX Low Latency.
  • AptX support
    This pair of headphones supports aptX, the average pair of headphones does not. 18.4% of headphones support aptX.
  • Low-latency game mode
    This pair of headphones includes a low-latency game mode, the average pair of headphones does not. 21.2% of headphones support low-latency game mode.
  • 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.
  • Wind noise reduction
    This pair of headphones reduces wind noise, the average pair of headphones does not. 34.3% of headphones support wind noise reduction.
  • 2.7 % higher distortion
    This pair of headphones has a higher total harmonic distortion than the average pair of headphones (3 % vs 0.3 %). The average headphones have total harmonic distortion of 0.3 %.
    3 % vs 0.3 %
  • No voice assistant support
    This pair of headphones does not support voice assistants, the average pair of headphones does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
  • 12 dB/mW lower sensitivity
    This pair of headphones has a lower sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (90 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
    90 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • 24 mm tighter earcup height
    This pair of headphones has tighter earcup height than the average pair of headphones (36 mm vs 60 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup height of 60 mm.
    36 mm vs 60 mm
  • 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
  • 10 hours shorter battery life
    This pair of headphones has a lower battery life than the average pair of headphones (20 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.
    20 hours vs 30 hours
  • 14.7% higher weight
    This pair of headphones is heavier than the average pair of headphones (250 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    250 g vs 218 g
  • 5.87x less popular
    Mixcder MS301 is less popular than the average pair of headphones (1 vs 5.9).
    1 vs 5.87
  • 5.87x less popular
    Mixcder MS301 is less popular than the average pair of headphones (1 vs 5.9).
    1 vs 5.87
  • 2.8% worse value for money
    Mixcder MS301 has worse value for money than the average pair of headphones (7.07 vs 7.3).
    7.07 vs 7.27
  • 24 mm tighter earcup height
    This pair of headphones has tighter earcup height than the average pair of headphones (36 mm vs 60 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup height of 60 mm.
    36 mm vs 60 mm
  • 14.7% higher weight
    This pair of headphones is heavier than the average pair of headphones (250 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    250 g vs 218 g
  • 8 mm tighter earcup width
    This pair of headphones has tighter earcup width than the average pair of headphones (36 mm vs 44 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup width of 44 mm.
    36 mm vs 44 mm
  • 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.
  • No travel bag
    This pair of headphones does not include a travel bag, the average pair of headphones does. 65.4% of headphones include a travel bag.
  • 2.7 % higher distortion
    This pair of headphones has a higher total harmonic distortion than the average pair of headphones (3 % vs 0.3 %). The average headphones have total harmonic distortion of 0.3 %.
    3 % vs 0.3 %
  • 12 dB/mW lower sensitivity
    This pair of headphones has a lower sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (90 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
    90 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
  • 13 dB SPL lower sound pressure level
    This pair of headphones has a lower sound pressure level than the average pair of headphones (90 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL). The average headphones reach a sound pressure level of 103 dB SPL.
    90 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL
  • 10 hours shorter battery life
    This pair of headphones has a lower battery life than the average pair of headphones (20 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.
    20 hours vs 30 hours
  • 13.8% lower battery capacity
    This pair of headphones has a lower battery capacity than the average pair of headphones (500 mAh vs 580 mAh). The average headphones have a battery capacity of 580 mAh.
    500 mAh vs 580 mAh
  • No voice assistant support
    This pair of headphones does not support voice assistants, the average pair of headphones does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.

Video reviews

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

9.0
Dragon Blogger Technology and Entertainment
≈ estimated
11/09/2017
Hands-on review · sound, battery and calls
Verdict
Mixcder MS301 gives clear sound for podcasts, games and calls, though the bass is not as strong as some listeners want.
9.5
Matt Robb
≈ estimated
05/06/2017
Short review · design, comfort, sound and flexibility
Verdict
Mixcder MS301 is stylish, comfortable and well priced, and the best pair the reviewer owns right now.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

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head-fi.org
18/06/2017
Summary of the review
audiofool.reviews
21/06/2017
Hands-on review · Sound and build
Verdict
The Mixcder MS301 is a comfortable, well-built Bluetooth pair with clean mids and a wide soundstage that responds well to EQ, though it leaks some sound.
gizmochina.com
22/06/2017
Quick review · Bluetooth headphones
Verdict
The Mixcder MS301 is comfortable, sounds rich and lasts about 18 hours, but its noise isolation falls short of premium Sony or Bose headphones.
goughlui.com
03/07/2017
Teardown · Bluetooth codec review
Verdict
The Mixcder MS301 supports aptX and aptX Low Latency for very little delay, but Apple devices fall back to standard Bluetooth quality.
pkshiu.com
30/07/2017
Hands-on review · Everyday listening
Verdict
The Mixcder MS301 is a comfortable, good-sounding pair with a slightly boosted bass, but it connects to only one device at a time.
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forums.androidcentral.com
12/10/2017
Summary of the review
businesstraveller.com
27/11/2017
Travel review · Everyday use
Verdict
The Mixcder MS301 is great value, with pleasant sound and no noticeable delay, but it leaks so much sound that quiet places are a poor fit.
coolsmartphone.com
04/12/2017
Holiday review · Bluetooth headphones
Verdict
The Mixcder MS301 is well built, with strong bass, video that stays in sync via aptX Low Latency and long battery life, but it feels heavy and lacks noise cancelling.
H
headphoneslab.com
01/04/2020
Summary of the review

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Mixcder MS301

  • Premium build quality featuring aluminum ear cups and stainless steel hinges
  • Exceptional battery life, often exceeding 20 hours of playback
  • Support for aptX and aptX Low Latency (LL) codecs for reduced audio lag
  • Highly comfortable over-ear design with soft padding and moderate clamping force
  • Strong bass performance that appeals to fans of a 'V-shaped' sound signature
  • Clear microphone quality for hands-free phone calls
  • Excellent value for the price point compared to major brand alternatives

What customers don't like about Mixcder MS301

  • Lack of Active Noise Cancellation (ANC); relies solely on passive isolation
  • Significant sound leakage at higher volumes, which may disturb others nearby
  • Sound signature can be overly bass-heavy, occasionally making mids and highs sound muddy
  • Absence of a protective travel case or bag in some retail packages
  • Uses older Micro-USB charging instead of modern USB-C
  • Slightly heavy feel that can cause a minor pressure point on the head after extended use
  • Included 3.5mm backup cable is noted by some as being thin and flimsy

Verdict

The Mixcder MS301 is a premium over-ear wireless headphone featuring 40mm large-aperture dynamic drivers with neodymium magnets, delivering a frequency response of 20Hz–20,000Hz and an impedance of 32Ω. It utilizes Bluetooth 4.2 with support for aptX and aptX Low Latency to ensure high-fidelity, lag-free audio transmission. The build is characterized by a durable aluminum alloy shell, stainless steel reinforced headband, and comfortable protein leather ear cushions. Main pros include its solid 20-hour battery life (500mAh battery), quick 2-hour charging time via Micro USB, and a balanced, bass-rich sound profile suitable for casual listening. However, it lacks active noise cancellation (ANC), relies on passive isolation that may leak sound at high volumes, and uses the dated Micro USB charging standard.

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