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SoundMAGIC E11d Review | 93 Data compared

Avg. price:~£35Form factor:in-earConnectivity:wiredBattery life:N/A hoursActive noise cancellation (ANC):no

SoundMAGIC E11d Review: Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Headphones category and whether it is worth buying.

SoundMAGIC E11d
6.0/10

Overall score

Score
6.0/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
Score components

80%

5.7

Technical score

20%

7.4

User score

â–¼Worse than 59% of headphones
7.2

Value for money

Value for money
7.2/ 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–¼ Worse than 59% of models
Score components

70%

6.0

Overall score

30%

10

Price

â–¼Worse than 59%
5.7

Technical score

Technical score
5.7/ 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–¼ Worse than 60% of models
Score components

52%

6.0

Sound

20%

4.4

Features

10%

7.2

Design

8%

4.0

Connectivity

6%

5.4

Battery

4%

7.8

Calls & Controls

â–¼Worse than 60%
7.4

User score

User score
7.4/ 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–¼ Worse than 77% of models
Score components

70%

7.9

User ratings

30%

6.3

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–¼Worse than 77%
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Technical Specifications of pair of headphones SoundMAGIC E11d

Technical score
Technical score
5.7/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
Score components:

52%

6.0

Sound

20%

4.4

Features

10%

7.2

Design

8%

4.0

Connectivity

6%

5.4

Battery

4%

7.8

Calls & Controls

5.7
User score
User score
7.4/ 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–¼ Worse than 77% of models
Score components

70%

7.9

User ratings

30%

6.3

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
7.4
Popularity
Popularity
6.3/ 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 55% of models
Popularity:
SoundMAGIC E11d has a popularity score of 6.3 points, which is higher than that of 55% of products in this category.
6.3
Value for money
Value for money
7.2/ 10
✕
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–¼ Worse than 59% of models
Score components:

70%

6.0

Overall score

30%

10

Price

7.2
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
10 mm
Market range: <10 mm – >50 mm
This pair of headphones uses a driver size of 10 mm, smaller driver size than 87.7% of headphones and equal to 4.1% 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
15 Hz
Market range: <5 Hz – >20 Hz
This pair of headphones reaches a lowest frequency of 15 Hz, lower lowest frequency than 58.3% of headphones and equal to 5.8% of headphones.
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Noise-canceling microphone
yes
This pair of headphones supports a noise-canceling microphone. 61.1% 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
yes
This pair of headphones includes a boom microphone. 86.5% of headphones have a boom microphone.
Microphone SNR
95 dB
Market range: <57.2 dB – >95 dB
This pair of headphones has a microphone SNR of 95 dB, higher microphone SNR than 85.7% of headphones and equal to 12.2% of headphones.
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Connectivity
wired
This pair of headphones supports wired connectivity, less flexible connectivity than 49.2% of headphones and equal to 50.8% of headphones.
Bluetooth version
N/A
Maximum Bluetooth range
N/A
Audio latency
N/A
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
yes
This pair of headphones supports voice assistants. 39.2% of headphones support voice assistants.
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Battery life
N/A
Battery life with ANC
N/A
Charging time
N/A
Quick charge
no
This pair of headphones does not support quick charging. 33.1% of headphones support quick charge.
Battery capacity
N/A
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Brand name
SoundMAGIC
Form factor
in-ear
Weight
15 g
Market range: <14 g – >340 g
This pair of headphones weighs 15 g, lighter than 88.7% of headphones and equal to 0.8% of headphones.
Acoustic design
closed-back
Clamp force
N/A
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SoundMAGIC E11d 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.
  • 93.1% lower weight
    This pair of headphones is lighter than the average pair of headphones (15 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    15 g vs 218 g
  • 0.3 % lower distortion
    This pair of headphones has a lower total harmonic distortion than the average pair of headphones (0 % vs 0.3 %). The average headphones have total harmonic distortion of 0.3 %.
    0.0004 % vs 0.3 %
  • Clear call microphone
    This pair of headphones offers a clear call microphone, while the average pair of headphones does not. 39% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
  • In-line controls
    This pair of headphones includes in-line controls, the average pair of headphones does not. 36.6% of headphones support in-line controls.
  • USB-C charging
    This pair of headphones uses USB-C charging, the average pair of headphones does not. 29.5% of headphones use USB Type-C.
  • 3 Hz lower bass extension
    This pair of headphones has a lower lowest frequency than the average pair of headphones (15 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
    15 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • Water resistance
    This pair of headphones is water resistant, the average pair of headphones is not. 20.2% of headphones are water resistant.
  • 2.57x cheaper
    SoundMAGIC E11d is cheaper than the average pair of headphones (£35 vs £90).
    £35 vs £90
  • 93.1% lower weight
    This pair of headphones is lighter than the average pair of headphones (15 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    15 g vs 218 g
  • Water resistance
    This pair of headphones is water resistant, the average pair of headphones is not. 20.2% of headphones are water resistant.
  • 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.
  • 0.3 % lower distortion
    This pair of headphones has a lower total harmonic distortion than the average pair of headphones (0 % vs 0.3 %). The average headphones have total harmonic distortion of 0.3 %.
    0.0004 % vs 0.3 %
  • 3 Hz lower bass extension
    This pair of headphones has a lower lowest frequency than the average pair of headphones (15 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
    15 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • 2,000 Hz higher treble extension
    This pair of headphones has a higher highest frequency than the average pair of headphones (22,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.
    22,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz
  • USB-C charging
    This pair of headphones uses USB-C charging, the average pair of headphones does not. 29.5% of headphones use USB Type-C.
  • 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.
  • Clear call microphone
    This pair of headphones offers a clear call microphone, while the average pair of headphones does not. 39% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
  • In-line controls
    This pair of headphones includes in-line controls, the average pair of headphones does not. 36.6% of headphones support in-line controls.
  • 17.5 dB higher microphone SNR
    This pair of headphones has a higher microphone SNR than the average pair of headphones (95 dB vs 77.5 dB). The average headphones have a microphone SNR of 77.5 dB.
    95 dB vs 77.5 dB
  • Boom microphone included
    This pair of headphones includes a boom microphone, the average pair of headphones does not. 13.5% of headphones have a boom microphone.
  • 30 mm smaller driver size
    This pair of headphones has smaller driver size than the average pair of headphones (10 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
    10 mm vs 40 mm
  • Non-replaceable earpads
    This pair of headphones has non-replaceable earpads, while the average pair of headphones has replaceable ones. 75.6% of headphones have replaceable earpads.
  • 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
  • Fixed cable
    This pair of headphones has a fixed cable, while the average pair of headphones has a detachable one. 62% of headphones have a detachable cable.
  • No battery indicator
    This pair of headphones does not show battery level clearly, while the average pair of headphones does. 56.3% of headphones have a battery level indicator.
  • 8.4% lower user score
    User score
    7.4/ 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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    SoundMAGIC E11d
    the average pair of headphones
    SoundMAGIC E11d has a lower user score than the average pair of headphones (7.38 vs 8).
    7.38 vs 8
  • 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
  • 8.4% lower user score
    User score
    7.4/ 10
    ✕
    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
    ▼▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    SoundMAGIC E11d
    the average pair of headphones
    SoundMAGIC E11d has a lower user score than the average pair of headphones (7.38 vs 8).
    7.38 vs 8
  • Non-replaceable earpads
    This pair of headphones has non-replaceable earpads, while the average pair of headphones has replaceable ones. 75.6% of headphones have replaceable earpads.
  • Fixed cable
    This pair of headphones has a fixed cable, while the average pair of headphones has a detachable one. 62% of headphones have a detachable cable.
  • 30 mm smaller driver size
    This pair of headphones has smaller driver size than the average pair of headphones (10 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
    10 mm vs 40 mm
  • 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
  • 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
  • No battery indicator
    This pair of headphones does not show battery level clearly, while the average pair of headphones does. 56.3% of headphones have a battery level indicator.

Video reviews

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

7.0
A Sentient Thing
≈ estimated
28/05/2021
Short review · casual listening and app tests
Verdict
SoundMAGIC E11d is fine for casual listening and commuting, and best for heavy Smule users.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

whathifi.com
22/01/2019
Expert review · USB-C in-ear headphones
Verdict
The SoundMAGIC E11D is a decent budget pick for USB-C phones, with clear, balanced sound, but it sounds thinner than the 3.5mm E11C.
headfonics.com
09/03/2019
Hands-on review · USB-C earphones
Verdict
The SoundMAGIC E11D is a punchy, comfortable USB-C pair with a built-in DAC, best for Android phones, and less suited to dedicated players.
techradar.com
22/06/2024
Two-week test · USB-C earphones
Verdict
The SoundMAGIC E11D is a strong-sounding USB-C pair with good noise isolation and a useful carry case, but tiny buttons make it harder to use on the move.
trustedreviews.com
28/01/2019
Expert review · Wired USB-C buds
Verdict
The SoundMAGIC E11D sounds like the E11C with a USB-C plug and a sensible right-angled head, but the connection can wobble and the mic is patchy on some phones.
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expertreviews.co.uk
04/01/2019
Summary of the review
SoundMagic E11 (E11C & E11D) review: The king of budget earphones
whatmobile.net
06/02/2019
Personal review · Android USB-C earphones
Verdict
The SoundMAGIC E11D is a solid backup pair for Android users, with sound on par with the wireless E11BT and a lightweight aluminium build.
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afdigitale.it
23/01/2019
Summary of the review
SoundMagic E11D: the USB-C earphones with an extra edge
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Third-party reviews

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

What customers like about SoundMAGIC E11d

  • Excellent sound quality with clear audio, detailed mids, and crisp treble assisted by the built-in DAC
  • Lightweight and comfortable design suitable for long listening sessions
  • Sturdy machined aluminum housing that feels premium for a budget product
  • Effective passive noise isolation when a good seal is achieved
  • Direct USB-C plug-and-play convenience without requiring external adapters

What customers don't like about SoundMAGIC E11d

  • The thin cable has a tendency to tangle easily and feels less durable to some users
  • Inline button controls are small and can be frustrating to operate accurately on the go
  • Bass profile may feel too light or flat for dedicated bassheads
  • Some users reported connection issues and loose fittings with the USB-C plug on certain phone models
  • The lack of colored indicators makes distinguishing between the left and right earbud difficult at a glance

Verdict

The SoundMAGIC E11D is a high-resolution USB-C in-ear headphone featuring 10mm neodymium dynamic drivers and a built-in DAC that supports digital audio up to 24-bit/96kHz. It is characterized by its precision-machined aluminum housing, a 1.2m silver-plated copper cable with a tangle-resistant design, and an L-shaped USB-C connector for better durability. Key pros include a well-balanced, accurate sound profile with warm bass and clear mids, excellent passive noise isolation, and a fully featured 3-button remote with a high-quality microphone. Available cons include a slightly thin upper-midrange tone compared to high-end models, frustratingly small inline control buttons, and potential microphone compatibility issues with certain older smartphone models.

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