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1 / 10Edifier W830NB wireless ANC headphones
At 7.6, its noise cancelling beats 25% of over-ear headphones we've measured.
Measured on 64 of the 242 we've cataloged.
A 4.4 puts its audio quality in the top third of over-ear headphones we've measured.
Measured on 48 of the 242 we've cataloged.
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above average for over-ear headphones — based on 159 of 242 we've cataloged.
Usb-c is the most common — on 89% of the 138 over-ear headphones we've cataloged (of 242).
5.4 appears on 11% of the 152 over-ear headphones we've cataloged (of 242).
Bluetooth appears on 44% of the 252 over-ear headphones we've cataloged (of 242).
Objective measurements from the SoundGuys test lab — overlay other models to see how this one compares.
Edifier W830NB Frequency Response (measured on a B&K 5128)
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Measured frequency response (dB relative) against the SoundGuys Headphone Preference Curve. When the measurement goes above the dashed line, that frequency is louder than our preference curve, and when it goes below: it's quieter. Use the curve for comparison purposes only, as your taste may vary.
| Frequency (Hz) | Response (dB) |
|---|---|
| 20 | -0.3 |
| 25 | -0.0 |
| 32 | 0.3 |
| 40 | 1.1 |
| 50 | 2.0 |
| 63 | 3.3 |
| 80 | 1.5 |
| 100 | 0.4 |
| 125 | -0.3 |
| 160 | -1.2 |
| 200 | -2.2 |
| 250 | -1.5 |
| 315 | -2.2 |
| 400 | -3.6 |
| 500 | -3.7 |
| 630 | -3.0 |
| 800 | -1.9 |
| 1000 | 0.5 |
| 1250 | 3.2 |
| 1600 | 2.6 |
| 2000 | 2.9 |
| 2500 | 9.7 |
| 3150 | 11.6 |
| 4000 | 3.6 |
| 5000 | 8.0 |
| 6300 | 7.1 |
| 8000 | 11.7 |
| 10000 | 3.9 |
| 12500 | -1.0 |
| 16000 | -11.3 |
| 20000 | -24.4 |
Edifier W830NB Attenuation (measured on a B&K 5128)
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Solid lines: passive isolation (dB) with ANC off — how much ambient noise the fit blocks on its own. Dashed lines: total attenuation (dB) with ANC on — passive isolation plus active noise cancelling. Higher on the chart means more attenuation.
| Frequency (Hz) | Attenuation (dB) |
|---|---|
| 21 | 1.3 |
| 26 | 0.8 |
| 33 | -0.2 |
| 41 | -0.0 |
| 52 | -0.5 |
| 65 | -1.4 |
| 82 | -2.0 |
| 103 | -2.3 |
| 130 | -2.2 |
| 163 | -3.1 |
| 205 | -2.7 |
| 259 | -1.6 |
| 325 | 2.8 |
| 410 | 3.7 |
| 516 | 5.5 |
| 613 | 7.6 |
| 772 | 11.1 |
| 972 | 13.6 |
| 1220 | 18.5 |
| 1540 | 22.4 |
| 1940 | 24.8 |
| 2440 | 35.0 |
| 3070 | 35.8 |
| 3870 | 30.7 |
| 4870 | 35.7 |
| 6130 | 32.3 |
| 7720 | 34.9 |
| 9720 | 39.4 |
| 12200 | 28.6 |
| 15400 | 30.4 |
| 19400 | 33.5 |
| Frequency (Hz) | Total attenuation (dB) |
|---|---|
| 21 | 0.9 |
| 26 | -9.1 |
| 33 | 2.3 |
| 41 | 8.2 |
| 52 | 9.1 |
| 65 | 8.0 |
| 82 | 16.7 |
| 103 | 22.3 |
| 130 | 26.3 |
| 163 | 22.4 |
| 205 | 23.2 |
| 259 | 20.1 |
| 325 | 15.5 |
| 410 | 9.9 |
| 516 | 10.3 |
| 613 | 10.4 |
| 772 | 13.2 |
| 972 | 15.1 |
| 1220 | 22.3 |
| 1540 | 24.1 |
| 1940 | 24.3 |
| 2440 | 35.9 |
| 3070 | 34.5 |
| 3870 | 30.7 |
| 4870 | 35.1 |
| 6130 | 32.0 |
| 7720 | 34.3 |
| 9720 | 38.8 |
| 12200 | 29.6 |
| 15400 | 29.9 |
| 19400 | 33.8 |
Edifier W830NB MDAQS
Multi-Dimensional Audio Quality Scores, Scale 1 - 5
Virtual mean opinion scores (MOS) on a 1–5 scale, modeled from the measured response by HEAD acoustics’ MDAQS (Multi-Dimensional Audio Quality Score) model. Higher is better across timbre, distortion, and immersiveness — add other models to see where this one lands.
The verdict
The Edifier W830NB packs plenty of value, delivering customizable sound, multiple listening modes, and a comfortable, foldable design. Whether you’re casually listening at home or blocking out the world while commuting, these headphones offer a solid listening experience without stretching your budget.
✓Liked: Price, Stylish and Comfortable, Extensive EQ options, LDAC
✕Could be better: No IP rating, No travel case, Plastic scuffs easily
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3 of 5 would buy again
5 owners · owners report ~40 h per charge vs 40 h claimed
Comfort beat their expectations
Expected more from the fit and build
The battery beat their expectations
1 of 1 would buy again
1 owner
Nothing surprising about comfort
0 of 1 would buy again
1 owner
The noise cancelling beat their expectations
0 of 1 would buy again
1 owner · 1 photo-verified
Expected more from comfort
0 of 1 would buy again
1 owner
Comfort beat their expectations
0 of 2 would buy again
2 owners · 2 photo-verified
The noise cancelling beat their expectations
The battery beat their expectations