Apple AirPods (1st generation) vs. Soundcore Life Note 3i

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Apple AirPods (1st generation) and Soundcore Life Note 3i. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare design, sound quality, but also other key features of both headphones and easily decide which ones are the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the headphones that best fit your needs and expectations.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Apple AirPods (1st generation) vs. Soundcore Life Note 3i Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Apple AirPods (1st generation) Soundcore Life Note 3i
Product Type True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Product Generation 1st generation -
Height 4.05 cm -
Width 1.65 cm -
Depth 1.8 cm -
Weight 4 g -
Dimensions & Weight Details Charging case: 4.43 cm x 2.13 cm x 5.35 cm / 38 g Charging case: 2.9 cm x 6.26 cm x 4.9 cm / 40.9 g
Earbud: 1.9 cm x 1.5 cm x 3.1 cm / 4.9 g
Charging case with earphones: 50.8 g
Colour - Black
Protection - Splashproof, sweat-resistant, rainproof, IPX5
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 10 m
SOUND QUALITY Apple AirPods (1st generation) Soundcore Life Note 3i
Headphones Form Factor Ear-bud In-ear
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version - Bluetooth 5.2
Bluetooth Profiles - Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
Bluetooth Audio Codec - SBC, AAC
Active Noise Cancelling - Yes Soundcore Life Note 3i are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology - Hybrid ANC
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Frequency Response - 20 - 20000 Hz
Impedance - 16 Ohm
Diaphragm - 10 mm
MICROPHONE Apple AirPods (1st generation) Soundcore Life Note 3i
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Noise Cancelling - Yes Soundcore Life Note 3i microphone can cancel out ambient noise.
Microphones Included - 4
REMOTE CONTROL Apple AirPods (1st generation) Soundcore Life Note 3i
Controls Volume, answer/end, next/previous track -
CABLE Apple AirPods (1st generation) Soundcore Life Note 3i
Cable Type Lightning cable - detachable USB-C charge cable - detachable
FEATURES Apple AirPods (1st generation) Soundcore Life Note 3i
Features - Transparent Hearing mode
Sensors Dual optical sensors, motion-detecting accelerometer, speech-detecting accelerometer -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Apple AirPods (1st generation) Soundcore Life Note 3i
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer
Battery Life - 9 hour(s)
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback: up to 9 hours
Continuous playback (with included charging case): up to 36 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON): up to 6 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / with included charging case): up to 20 hours
Charging Time - 1.5 hour(s)
Auto On/Off Yes -
OTHERS Apple AirPods (1st generation) Soundcore Life Note 3i
Included Accessories Charging case 3 pairs of ear tips (small, medium, large), charging case, USB-C charging cable
Compatibility iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac -
Compliant Standards - IPX5
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 18 months
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