KEF Mu3 vs. Xiaomi Buds 3

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of KEF Mu3 and Xiaomi Buds 3. Compare design, audio features, functions and other important specifications to easily choose the right headphones for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the headphones that will best fit your needs.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

KEF Mu3 vs. Xiaomi Buds 3 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS KEF Mu3 Xiaomi Buds 3
Product Type True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Dimensions & Weight Details Earbud: 1.75 cm x 2.63 cm x 2.45 cm / 5.8 g
Charging case: 6.2 cm x 5.2 cm x 3.35 cm / 46.8 g
Earphone: 4.6 g
Charging case with earphones: 52 g
Colour Silver grey Carbon black
Protection Splashproof Dust-resistant, sweat-resistant
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m 10 m The maximum operating distance of both headphones is the same.
SOUND QUALITY KEF Mu3 Xiaomi Buds 3
Headphones Form Factor In-ear In-ear
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth 5.2 Xiaomi Buds 3 have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than KEF Mu3.
Bluetooth Audio Codec SBC, AAC -
Active Noise Cancelling Yes Yes Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Sound Output Mode Stereo -
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz -
Max Input Power 5 mW -
Sensitivity 104 dB/mW -
Impedance 16 Ohm -
Diaphragm 8.2 mm -
MICROPHONE KEF Mu3 Xiaomi Buds 3
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Microphones Included - 3
REMOTE CONTROL KEF Mu3 Xiaomi Buds 3
Controls Multiple function button -
CABLE KEF Mu3 Xiaomi Buds 3
Cable Type - USB-C charge cable - detachable
BATTERY AND CHARGING KEF Mu3 Xiaomi Buds 3
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion Headphone battery rechargeable - wireless charging
Battery Capacity 50 mAh 38 mAh KEF Mu3 have a higher battery capacity than Xiaomi Buds 3.
Battery Life 9 hour(s) 7 hour(s) KEF Mu3 lasts longer on a single charge than the Xiaomi Buds 3.
Battery Life Details Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON): up to 9 hours
Continuous playback (with included charging case): up to 24 hours
Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling off): up to 7 hours
Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling off) (with included charging case): up to 35 hours
Wireless Charging Standards - Qi
Included Qty 2 -
CONNECTIONS KEF Mu3 Xiaomi Buds 3
Connector Type - USB (power only) (USB Type-C)
OTHERS KEF Mu3 Xiaomi Buds 3
Included Accessories 4 pairs of silicone ear tips, USB-C charging cable, charging case (350 mAh) 3 pairs of silicone ear tips (small, medium, large), charging case (480 mAh)
Compliant Standards IPX5 IP55
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 2 years
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