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SoundMAGIC WP10 Review | 93 Data compared

Avg. price:~£180Form factor:over-earConnectivity:wirelessBattery life:12 hoursActive noise cancellation (ANC):no

SoundMAGIC WP10 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 WP10
5.7/10

Overall score

Score
5.7/ 10
✕
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 78% of models
Score components

80%

5.7

Technical score

20%

?

User score

â–¼Worse than 78% of headphones
6.9

Value for money

Value for money
6.9/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
Score components

70%

5.7

Overall score

30%

9.6

Price

â–¼Worse than 79%
5.7

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

52%

6.4

Sound

20%

4.4

Features

10%

6.3

Design

8%

6.1

Connectivity

6%

3.1

Battery

4%

4.9

Calls & Controls

â–¼Worse than 59%
?

User score

User score
8.0/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

  • soundmagic-wp10
soundmagic-wp10
Where to buy
    N/A~ £180
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Technical Specifications of pair of headphones SoundMAGIC WP10

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

52%

6.4

Sound

20%

4.4

Features

10%

6.3

Design

8%

6.1

Connectivity

6%

3.1

Battery

4%

4.9

Calls & Controls

5.7
User score
User score
8.0/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

?
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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
SoundMAGIC WP10 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
6.9/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
Score components:

70%

5.7

Overall score

30%

9.6

Price

6.9
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
53 mm
Market range: <10 mm – >50 mm
This pair of headphones uses a driver size of 53 mm, larger driver size than 94.8% of headphones and equal to 1.6% 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
10 Hz
Market range: <5 Hz – >20 Hz
This pair of headphones reaches a lowest frequency of 10 Hz, lower lowest frequency than 67.2% of headphones and equal to 12.6% 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
no
This pair of headphones is not headset-ready, while 15.1% is. 84.9% of headphones can be used as headsets.
Number of microphones
0
Market range: <0 – >4
This pair of headphones has 0 microphones, fewer microphones than 73.2% of headphones and equal to 26.9% 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
N/A
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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
N/A
Maximum Bluetooth range
N/A
Audio latency
?
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
12 hours
Market range: <10 hours – >70 hours
This pair of headphones offers battery life of 12 hours, lower battery life than 85.4% of headphones and equal to 3.8% 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
800 mAh
Market range: <290 mAh – >1k mAh
This pair of headphones has a battery capacity of 800 mAh, higher battery capacity than 75% of headphones and equal to 7.6% of headphones.
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Brand name
SoundMAGIC
Form factor
over-ear
Weight
331 g
Market range: <14 g – >340 g
This pair of headphones weighs 331 g, heavier than 88.6% of headphones and equal to 0.1% of headphones.
Acoustic design
closed-back
Clamp force
?
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SoundMAGIC WP10 vs the average pair of headphones

246810TotalDesignSoundBatteryConnectivityCalls & ControlsFeatures
  • 13 mm larger driver size
    This pair of headphones uses a larger driver size than the average pair of headphones (53 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
    53 mm vs 40 mm
  • Wear detection
    This pair of headphones supports wear detection, the average pair of headphones does not. 8.6% of headphones support in/on-ear detection.
  • 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
  • 0.27 % 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 %.
    0.03 % vs 0.3 %
  • 8 Hz lower bass extension
    This pair of headphones has a lower lowest frequency than the average pair of headphones (10 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
    10 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • AptX HD support
    This pair of headphones supports aptX HD, the average pair of headphones does not. 7.6% of headphones support aptX HD.
  • AptX Lossless support
    This pair of headphones supports aptX Lossless, the average pair of headphones does not. 4.8% of headphones support aptX Lossless.
  • 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.
  • 13 mm larger driver size
    This pair of headphones uses a larger driver size than the average pair of headphones (53 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
    53 mm vs 40 mm
  • 0.27 % 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 %.
    0.03 % vs 0.3 %
  • 8 Hz lower bass extension
    This pair of headphones has a lower lowest frequency than the average pair of headphones (10 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
    10 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • 10,000 Hz higher treble extension
    This pair of headphones has a higher highest frequency than the average pair of headphones (30,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.
    30,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz
  • 37.9% higher battery capacity
    This pair of headphones has a higher battery capacity than the average pair of headphones (800 mAh vs 580 mAh). The average headphones have a battery capacity of 580 mAh.
    800 mAh vs 580 mAh
  • 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.
  • 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 HD support
    This pair of headphones supports aptX HD, the average pair of headphones does not. 7.6% of headphones support aptX HD.
  • AptX Lossless support
    This pair of headphones supports aptX Lossless, the average pair of headphones does not. 4.8% of headphones support aptX Lossless.
  • Dongle included
    This pair of headphones includes a dongle, the average pair of headphones does not. 4.6% of headphones include a dongle.
  • 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.
  • Wear detection
    This pair of headphones supports wear detection, the average pair of headphones does not. 8.6% of headphones support in/on-ear detection.
  • 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
  • 51.8% higher weight
    This pair of headphones is heavier than the average pair of headphones (331 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    331 g vs 218 g
  • 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.
  • 7 dB/mW lower sensitivity
    This pair of headphones has a lower sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (95 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
    95 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • 18 hours shorter battery life
    This pair of headphones has a lower battery life than the average pair of headphones (12 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.
    12 hours vs 30 hours
  • Not headset-ready
    This pair of headphones is not headset-ready, while the average pair of headphones is. 84.8% of headphones can be used as headsets.
  • 1 fewer microphones
    This pair of headphones has fewer microphones than the average pair of headphones (0 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.
    0 vs 1
  • 5.87x less popular
    SoundMAGIC WP10 is less popular than the average pair of headphones (1 vs 5.9).
    1 vs 5.87
  • 5.87x less popular
    SoundMAGIC WP10 is less popular than the average pair of headphones (1 vs 5.9).
    1 vs 5.87
  • 5.6% worse value for money
    SoundMAGIC WP10 has worse value for money than the average pair of headphones (6.88 vs 7.3).
    6.88 vs 7.27
  • 2x more expensive
    SoundMAGIC WP10 is more expensive than the average pair of headphones (£180 vs £90).
    £180 vs £90
  • 51.8% higher weight
    This pair of headphones is heavier than the average pair of headphones (331 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    331 g vs 218 g
  • 7 dB/mW lower sensitivity
    This pair of headphones has a lower sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (95 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
    95 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • 8 dB SPL lower sound pressure level
    This pair of headphones has a lower sound pressure level than the average pair of headphones (95 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL). The average headphones reach a sound pressure level of 103 dB SPL.
    95 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
  • 18 hours shorter battery life
    This pair of headphones has a lower battery life than the average pair of headphones (12 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.
    12 hours vs 30 hours
  • Not headset-ready
    This pair of headphones is not headset-ready, while the average pair of headphones is. 84.8% of headphones can be used as headsets.
  • 1 fewer microphones
    This pair of headphones has fewer microphones than the average pair of headphones (0 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.
    0 vs 1
  • 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.

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

whathifi.com
29/03/2016
Review · Wireless transmitter headphones
Verdict
The SoundMAGIC WP10 offers a 50m range and a comfortable, well-sealed fit, but flat dynamics and uneven tone let it down.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about SoundMAGIC WP10

  • Expansive and open soundstage that provides a realistic listening experience
  • Clear, smooth, and fairly expressive midrange performance
  • Agile and articulate sound quality with impressive detail
  • Versatile connectivity options including wireless (2.4GHz), USB DAC, and standard 3.5mm wired mode
  • Superior transmission range of up to 50m compared to standard Bluetooth
  • Comfortable fit with soft, richly padded pleather ear pads providing a good seal
  • Rugged build quality and foldable earcups for better portability
  • Includes high-quality accessories such as a rugged carry case and various adapter cables

What customers don't like about SoundMAGIC WP10

  • Bright treble that can sometimes sound sharp or splashy in the mix
  • Lower-end/bass performance can occasionally feel murky or lack punch
  • Flat dynamics and a need for smoother tonal balance in certain tracks
  • Heavily reliant on a separate wireless transmitter box which may be bulky for portable use
  • Design uses a significant amount of plastic which some feel is too much for its price point
  • High initial retail price compared to other budget-friendly SoundMagic models
  • Both the transmitter and headphones require charging for wireless operation

Verdict

The SoundMagic WP10 is a versatile over-ear digital wireless headphone system featuring large 53mm neodymium dynamic drivers and a broad frequency response of 10Hz to 30kHz. It is characterized by its unique 2.4GHz wireless transmitter that includes an integrated USB DAC for high-quality audio from PCs and Macs, alongside a 32 Ohm impedance and 95dB sensitivity. Main pros include a clear, expansive soundstage with punchy bass, a substantial 16–18 hour battery life, and the ability to operate via a detachable 1.2m cable if the battery dies. Some users have noted cons such as a slightly bulky, plastic-heavy design that may lack luxury feel compared to metal competitors, and a tonal balance that can sometimes lean toward overly bright treble or murky low-end in specific tracks.

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