Output power
- Anker Soundcore Select 4 Go
- 5 W rated output
- Soundcore Boom Go 3i
- 15 W rated output
Speaker comparison
Anker Soundcore Select 4 Go vs Soundcore Boom Go 3i
Compare sound, battery life, durability and connections.
01Selected  Anker Soundcore Select 4 Go
KSh 3,240In Stock | 02  Soundcore Boom Go 3i
KSh 8,500Out of Stock |
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Our quick verdict
Choose the Soundcore Boom Go 3i if you want a higher 15 W rated output, longer rated battery life (24 hours per charge) and IP68 water resistance. Choose the Anker Soundcore Select 4 Go if you prefer built-in rechargeable battery and portable placement.
Battery life
- Anker Soundcore Select 4 Go
- Up to 20 hours per charge
- Soundcore Boom Go 3i
- Up to 24 hours per charge
Connections
- Anker Soundcore Select 4 Go
- Revision-dependent Bluetooth
- Soundcore Boom Go 3i
- Bluetooth 6.0
Water resistance
- Anker Soundcore Select 4 Go
- IP67 water and dust resistance
- Soundcore Boom Go 3i
- IP68 water and dust resistance
Multi-Speaker
- Anker Soundcore Select 4 Go
- TWS with two matching hardware revisions
- Soundcore Boom Go 3i
- TWS (Stereo Pair) & Auracast (3+ devices)
Key differences
The main differences to help you choose.
Anker Soundcore Select 4 Go
- Power source: Built-in rechargeable battery.
Soundcore Boom Go 3i
- Higher rated output: 15 W.
- Rated for up to 24 hours per charge.
- IP68 water and dust resistance.
- Power source: Rechargeable battery / USB charging.
What matters most to you?
10 priorities selected.
Anker Soundcore Select 4 Go
- 5 W rated output.
- Works with the Soundcore app.
- Up to 20 hours per charge.
- Revision-dependent Bluetooth.
- IP67 water and dust resistance.
- TWS with two matching hardware revisions.
- Soundcore app for iOS and Android.
- Portable placement, integrated carrying strap.
- No HDMI input.
Soundcore Boom Go 3i
- 15 W rated output.
- Works with the Soundcore app.
- Up to 24 hours per charge.
- Bluetooth 6.0.
- IP68 water and dust resistance.
- TWS (Stereo Pair) & Auracast (3+ devices).
- Soundcore App (Custom EQ, Lights).
- 2-in-1 Dual-Slot Silicone Strap.
- Portable speaker design.
- Not a party-speaker product.
Detailed comparison
Explore the full specifications, section by section.
General
| Specification | Anker Soundcore Select 4 Go | Soundcore Boom Go 3i |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Soundcore | Soundcore |
| Model | A31X1111; A31X1113; A31X1163; A31X1131; A31X1132; A31X1121; A31X11B3; A31X11B1 | Boom Go 3i |
| Type | Portable Bluetooth Speaker | Portable Bluetooth Speaker |
| Color | Black; Green; Blue; White; Black/Gold | — |
Battery & Charging
| Specification | Anker Soundcore Select 4 Go | Soundcore Boom Go 3i |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | — | 4,800mAh (Doubles as Power Bank) |
Connectivity
| Specification | Anker Soundcore Select 4 Go | Soundcore Boom Go 3i |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | Revision-dependent Bluetooth; earlier official FAQ lists 5.4 and supplier upgraded rows specify 6.0 | Bluetooth 6.0 |
| Bluetooth Range | Up to 30m under suitable conditions; surroundings affect range | — |
| Bluetooth Profiles / Codecs | Earlier official FAQ lists SBC and MPEG-2 AAC LC; confirm supplied revision | — |
| Wi-Fi | No Wi-Fi audio feature specified | Bluetooth-only portable speaker |
| Wired Inputs | No AUX audio input | — |
| HDMI | No HDMI input | Portable speaker design |
| USB | USB-C charging input; no memory-card playback or device-charging output | — |
| Microphone / Guitar Inputs | No built-in microphone or external microphone/guitar input | No microphone or guitar input |
| Multi-Speaker / Stereo Pairing | TWS with two matching hardware revisions; earlier and upgraded Select 4 Go cannot pair together | TWS (Stereo Pair) & Auracast (3+ devices) |
| App Support | soundcore app for iOS and Android; EQ, firmware and settings | Soundcore App (Custom EQ, Lights) |
Features
| Specification | Anker Soundcore Select 4 Go | Soundcore Boom Go 3i |
|---|---|---|
| Voice Assistant | No standalone voice-assistant system specified | No built-in voice assistant |
| Lightshow | No decorative light-show feature specified | Music-Synced RGB Light Show (6 reactive, 8 ambient modes) |
| Party Features | TWS with two matching hardware revisions | Not a party-speaker product |
| Home Cinema Features | No HDMI or dedicated home-cinema system | Not a home-cinema speaker |
| Special Features | App equaliser and settings; automatic power-off; floating design | Voice Amplifier, Emergency Alarm, Real-Time Battery Display |
Audio
| Specification | Anker Soundcore Select 4 Go | Soundcore Boom Go 3i |
|---|---|---|
| Speaker Configuration | One full-range driver and one passive radiator | — |
| Drivers | 5W full-range driver; passive radiator | — |
| Total Power Output | 5W | 15W with BassUp 2.0 Technology |
| Audio Channels | Mono from one speaker; left/right stereo with two same-version speakers | — |
| Sound Modes / EQ | Balanced mode; custom equaliser in soundcore app | — |
| Audio Features | Portable music playback; no built-in microphone or phone-call handling | — |
Power & Battery
| Specification | Anker Soundcore Select 4 Go | Soundcore Boom Go 3i |
|---|---|---|
| Power Source | Built-in rechargeable battery; USB-C charging | Rechargeable battery / USB charging |
| Battery Life | Up to 20h at 40% volume in Balanced EQ; actual use varies | Up to 24 Hours (BassUp mode, 50% volume) |
| Charging Time | Approximately 4 hours with suitable 5V 1.5A adapter | — |
| Charging Port | USB-C | — |
Design & Controls
| Specification | Anker Soundcore Select 4 Go | Soundcore Boom Go 3i |
|---|---|---|
| Controls | Power, Bluetooth, playback and volume controls; app settings | — |
| Water & Dust Resistance | IP67 dust and water protection; floating design; close protective cover before water exposure | IP68 Waterproof & Dustproof + 1-Meter Drop Protection |
| Placement / Mounting | Portable placement; integrated carrying strap | 2-in-1 Dual-Slot Silicone Strap |
What's in the Box
| Specification | Anker Soundcore Select 4 Go | Soundcore Boom Go 3i |
|---|---|---|
| Speaker / Soundbar | One Soundcore Select 4 Go | Boom Go 3i |
| Subwoofer | No separate subwoofer supplied | No subwoofer supplied |
| Remote Control | No remote control supplied | No remote control supplied |
| Power Cable | 30cm USB-A to USB-C cable; wall charger sold separately | USB charging cable |
| Audio / HDMI Cable | No AUX or HDMI cable supplied | Not applicable |
| Documentation | Quick Start Guide | Quick Start Guide and safety documentation |
| Mounting Accessories | — | Portable design |
| Other Accessories | — | — |
Similarities
- Both connect over Bluetooth.
- Both are water resistant (IP67 and IP68).
- Same type: Portable Bluetooth Speaker.
- Both are made by Soundcore.
- Both work with the Soundcore app.
In summary
Choose Soundcore Boom Go 3i for more total output and longer rated battery life.
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