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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£90
  • Avg. price in US: ~$100
  • Form factor: over-ear
  • Connectivity: wireless
  • Battery life: 22 hours
  • Active noise cancellation (ANC): yes

TCL Elit400nc review. Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Headphones category and whether it is worth buying.

7.4

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%

7.4

Technical Score

20.0%

?

User score

Very good
7.4

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%

9.1

Sound

20.0%

4.4

Features

10.0%

6.9

Design

8.0%

5.7

Connectivity

6.0%

5.8

Battery

4.0%

8.7

Calls & Controls

Very 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

  • 8.6
    Gaming

    Score components:

    35.0%

    ?

    Audio latency

    25.0%

    ?

    Low-latency game mode

    20.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

    12.0%

    10

    Noise-canceling microphone

    8.0%

    ?

    Battery life

  • 7.4
    Travel

    Score components:

    28.0%

    10

    Active noise cancellation (ANC)

    24.0%

    ?

    Battery life

    18.0%

    ?

    Weight

    16.0%

    4.0

    Multipoint support

    14.0%

    4.0

    Ambient sound mode

  • 7.8
    Calls

    Score components:

    28.0%

    10

    Noise-canceling microphone

    24.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

    18.0%

    4.0

    Multipoint support

    16.0%

    ?

    Battery life

    14.0%

    4.0

    Companion app

  • 7.3
    Workout

    Score components:

    28.0%

    ?

    Weight

    24.0%

    4.0

    Water resistance

    20.0%

    ?

    IP rating

    16.0%

    ?

    Battery life

    12.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

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Best prices in UK

    N/A~ £90

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Verdict

The TCL ELIT400NC is a wireless over-ear headphone featuring 40mm Hi-Res Audio drivers that deliver a wide frequency response of 9Hz to 40kHz and an impedance of 86 ohms. Its primary characteristics include Active Noise Cancellation (ANC), Bluetooth 4.2 connectivity, and a foldable design with memory foam ear cushions for enhanced portability and comfort. Main pros include a long battery life of up to 22 hours (16 hours with ANC enabled), a fast-charging feature providing 5 hours of playback from a 15-minute charge, and a high-quality sound profile that offers clear vocals and punchy bass for its price point. However, common cons involve a somewhat plasticky build quality, the use of an older micro-USB charging port rather than USB-C, and noise cancellation performance that is considered modest compared to premium flagship models.

Technical Specifications of pair of headphones TCL Elit400nc

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

7.4
TCL Elit400nc has a technical score of 7.44 points, which is higher than that of 82.8% 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
TCL Elit400nc 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%

7.4

Overall score

40.0%

10

Price

8.2
TCL Elit400nc has a quality-to-price ratio of 8.2 points, which is higher than 83.4% 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

yes
TCL Elit400nc supports active noise cancellation. 72.6% 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
TCL Elit400nc 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
TCL Elit400nc 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

9 Hz
TCL Elit400nc reaches a lowest frequency of 9 Hz, lower lowest frequency than 79.8% of headphones and equal to 0.4% 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

yes
TCL Elit400nc supports a noise-canceling microphone. 61.1% 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
TCL Elit400nc 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
TCL Elit400nc 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
TCL Elit400nc 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
TCL Elit400nc 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

4.2
TCL Elit400nc uses Bluetooth version 4.2, newer Bluetooth version than 67.7% of headphones and equal to 3.2% 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
TCL Elit400nc 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

230 ms
TCL Elit400nc has audio latency of 230 ms, higher audio latency than 90.5% of headphones and equal to 0.3% of headphones.
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

no
TCL Elit400nc does not support multipoint. 30.6% 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
TCL Elit400nc 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
TCL Elit400nc 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
TCL Elit400nc 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
TCL Elit400nc 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

22 hours
TCL Elit400nc offers battery life of 22 hours, lower battery life than 62.8% of headphones and equal to 2.2% 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

16 hours
TCL Elit400nc offers battery life with ANC of 16 hours, lower battery life with ANC than 85.1% of headphones and equal to 2.3% of headphones.
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

2 hours
TCL Elit400nc needs 2 hours to charge, lower charging time than 47.8% of headphones and equal to 39% of headphones.
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

yes
TCL Elit400nc supports quick charge. 67% of headphones support quick charge.
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

600 mAh
TCL Elit400nc has a battery capacity of 600 mAh, higher battery capacity than 50.2% of headphones and equal to 7.9% 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

TCL
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

over-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

245 g
TCL Elit400nc weighs 245 g, heavier than 59.8% of headphones and equal to 0.9% 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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TCL Elit400nc vs the average pair of headphones

  • Active noise cancellation
    TCL Elit400nc supports active noise cancellation, the average pair of headphones does not. 27.5% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
    What it is: Reduces background noise using active technology
    When it matters: When blocking office, travel, or aircraft noise is a priority.

    Importance: HIGH

    TCL Elit400nc supports active noise cancellation, the average pair of headphones does not. 27.5% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
  • Hi-Res Audio certification
    TCL Elit400nc has Hi-Res Audio certification, the average pair of headphones does not. 23.1% of headphones are Hi-Res Audio certified.
    What it is: Certified for high-resolution audio playback
    When it matters: When official support for high-resolution playback matters to you.

    Importance: HIGH

    TCL Elit400nc has Hi-Res Audio certification, the average pair of headphones does not. 23.1% of headphones are Hi-Res Audio certified.
  • More flexible connectivity
    TCL Elit400nc 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

    TCL Elit400nc offers more flexible connectivity than the average pair of headphones (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.wireless vs wired
  • 9 Hz lower bass extension
    TCL Elit400nc has a lower lowest frequency than the average pair of headphones (9 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

    TCL Elit400nc has a lower lowest frequency than the average pair of headphones (9 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.9 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • 20,000 Hz higher treble extension
    TCL Elit400nc has a higher highest frequency than the average pair of headphones (40,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.
    What it is: Highest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce
    When it matters: When treble extension and overall frequency reach matter to you.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >=24000 Hz

    TCL Elit400nc has a higher highest frequency than the average pair of headphones (40,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.40000 Hz vs 20000 Hz
  • LDAC support
    TCL Elit400nc supports LDAC, the average pair of headphones does not. 8.1% of headphones support LDAC.
    What it is: Supports Sony LDAC codec for high-resolution wireless audio
    When it matters: When you stream high-bitrate audio from compatible Android devices.

    Importance: LOW

    TCL Elit400nc supports LDAC, the average pair of headphones does not. 8.1% of headphones support LDAC.
  • Clear call microphone
    TCL Elit400nc offers a clear call microphone, while the average pair of headphones does not. 39% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
    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

    TCL Elit400nc offers a clear call microphone, while the average pair of headphones does not. 39% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
  • Direct 3.5 mm plug
    TCL Elit400nc includes a direct 3.5 mm plug, the average pair of headphones does not. 39.8% of headphones have a 3.5 mm male connector.
    What it is: Shows whether the headphones end in a built-in 3.5 mm male plug instead of relying on a separate detachable cable.
    When it matters: When direct wired compatibility with older devices or adapters matters.

    Importance: LOW

    TCL Elit400nc includes a direct 3.5 mm plug, the average pair of headphones does not. 39.8% of headphones have a 3.5 mm male connector.
  • Foldable design
    TCL Elit400nc has a foldable design, the average pair of headphones does not. 48.3% of headphones are foldable.
  • Active noise cancellation
    TCL Elit400nc supports active noise cancellation, the average pair of headphones does not. 27.5% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
  • Hi-Res Audio certification
    TCL Elit400nc has Hi-Res Audio certification, the average pair of headphones does not. 23.1% of headphones are Hi-Res Audio certified.
  • 9 Hz lower bass extension
    TCL Elit400nc has a lower lowest frequency than the average pair of headphones (9 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
  • 20,000 Hz higher treble extension
    TCL Elit400nc has a higher highest frequency than the average pair of headphones (40,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.
  • Quick charge support
    TCL Elit400nc supports quick charge, the average pair of headphones does not. 33% of headphones support quick charge.
  • Rechargeable battery
    TCL Elit400nc has a rechargeable battery, the average pair of headphones does not. 47.9% of headphones have a rechargeable battery.
  • More flexible connectivity
    TCL Elit400nc offers more flexible connectivity than the average pair of headphones (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.
  • LDAC support
    TCL Elit400nc supports LDAC, the average pair of headphones does not. 8.1% of headphones support LDAC.
  • Direct 3.5 mm plug
    TCL Elit400nc includes a direct 3.5 mm plug, the average pair of headphones does not. 39.8% of headphones have a 3.5 mm male connector.
  • AAC codec support
    TCL Elit400nc supports AAC, the average pair of headphones does not. 32.2% of headphones support AAC.
  • Clear call microphone
    TCL Elit400nc offers a clear call microphone, while the average pair of headphones does not. 39% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
  • On-device controls
    TCL Elit400nc includes on-device controls, the average pair of headphones does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
  • Wind noise reduction
    TCL Elit400nc reduces wind noise, the average pair of headphones does not. 34.3% of headphones support wind noise reduction.
  • Sidetone support
    TCL Elit400nc supports sidetone, the average pair of headphones does not. 25.3% of headphones support sidetone.
  • Quick mic mute
    TCL Elit400nc includes a quick mic mute, the average pair of headphones does not. 29.3% of headphones support a mute function.

Total
Overall
Design
Sound
Battery
Connectivity
Calls & Controls
  • 12.4% higher weight
    TCL Elit400nc is heavier than the average pair of headphones (245 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
  • Tangle-prone cable
    TCL Elit400nc 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
    TCL Elit400nc does not include a travel bag, the average pair of headphones does. 65.4% of headphones include a travel bag.
  • 8 dB/mW lower sensitivity
    TCL Elit400nc has a lower sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (94 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
  • 9 dB SPL lower sound pressure level
    TCL Elit400nc has a lower sound pressure level than the average pair of headphones (94 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL). The average headphones reach a sound pressure level of 103 dB SPL.
  • 14 hours shorter ANC battery life
    TCL Elit400nc has a lower battery life with ANC than the average pair of headphones (16 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life with ANC of 30 hours.
  • 8 hours shorter battery life
    TCL Elit400nc has a lower battery life than the average pair of headphones (22 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.
  • 80 ms higher audio latency
    TCL Elit400nc has a higher audio latency than the average pair of headphones (230 ms vs 150 ms). The average headphones have audio latency of 150 ms.
  • 80 ms higher audio latency
    TCL Elit400nc has a higher audio latency than the average pair of headphones (230 ms vs 150 ms). The average headphones have audio latency of 150 ms.
    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

    TCL Elit400nc has a higher audio latency than the average pair of headphones (230 ms vs 150 ms). The average headphones have audio latency of 150 ms.230 ms vs 150 ms
  • 8 dB/mW lower sensitivity
    TCL Elit400nc has a lower sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (94 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

    TCL Elit400nc has a lower sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (94 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.94 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • 14 hours shorter ANC battery life
    TCL Elit400nc has a lower battery life with ANC than the average pair of headphones (16 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life with ANC of 30 hours.
    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

    TCL Elit400nc has a lower battery life with ANC than the average pair of headphones (16 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life with ANC of 30 hours.16 hours vs 30 hours
  • 12.4% higher weight
    TCL Elit400nc is heavier than the average pair of headphones (245 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

    TCL Elit400nc is heavier than the average pair of headphones (245 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.245 g vs 218 g
  • 8 hours shorter battery life
    TCL Elit400nc has a lower battery life than the average pair of headphones (22 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

    TCL Elit400nc has a lower battery life than the average pair of headphones (22 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.22 hours vs 30 hours
  • 5.87x less popular
    TCL Elit400nc 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.
    TCL Elit400nc is less popular than the average pair of headphones (1.00 vs 5.869).1 vs 5.87
  • Tangle-prone cable
    TCL Elit400nc 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

    TCL Elit400nc 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
    TCL Elit400nc does not include a travel bag, the average pair of headphones does. 65.4% of headphones include a travel bag.
    What it is: Comes with a protective carrying case or pouch
    When it matters: When protection in transit matters right out of the box.

    Importance: LOW

    TCL Elit400nc does not include a travel bag, the average pair of headphones does. 65.4% of headphones include a travel bag.
Total
Overall
Design
Sound
Battery
Connectivity

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Third-party reviews

What customers like about TCL Elit400nc?

  • Excellent sound quality for the price, often described as crisp and clear
  • Deep and punchy bass performance
  • Highly comfortable for long-term use due to memory foam ear cushions
  • Strong battery life (up to 22 hours) with a fast-charging feature
  • Great overall value, frequently compared to more expensive premium models
  • Portable, tri-folding design that swivels for easy storage
  • Includes a 3.5mm cable for wired listening when the battery is low

What customers dislike about TCL Elit400nc?

  • Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) is considered weak or mediocre compared to high-end brands
  • Buttons are often described as mushy, difficult to locate, or inconveniently placed
  • Build quality feels somewhat 'plastic-heavy' and may lack durability over time
  • Micro-USB charging port instead of the more modern USB-C
  • Maximum volume levels may feel too low for some users
  • Occasional Bluetooth connectivity issues and pairing difficulties reported
  • Lack of a dedicated companion app for EQ personalization

Expert reviews

I
indianexpress.com
03/04/2021
Summary of the review
TCL ELIT400NC review: Get it for the great sound, not for ANC
L
legitreviews.com
30/09/2019
Summary of the review
TCL ELIT400NC Noise Cancelling Bluetooth Headphones Review

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