Connections
- Soundcore R50i NC Earbuds
- Bluetooth 5.4 connection
- Soundcore Life Note
- Bluetooth 5.0 connection
Headphones comparison
Soundcore R50i NC vs Soundcore Life Note
Compare sound, battery life, fit, controls and connections.
01Selected  Soundcore R50i NC Earbuds
KSh 3,480In Stock | 02  Soundcore Life Note
KSh 1,740In Stock |
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Our quick verdict
Choose the Soundcore R50i NC Earbuds if you want Bluetooth 5.4 and larger 10 mm drivers. Choose the Soundcore Life Note if you prefer matching charging case.
Fit
- Soundcore R50i NC Earbuds
- Replaceable ear tips in three sizes
- Soundcore Life Note
- True Wireless In-Ear Earbuds
Controls
- Soundcore R50i NC Earbuds
- Touch controls for playback, calls and ambient modes
- Soundcore Life Note
- Physical multifunction buttons
Charging time
- Soundcore R50i NC Earbuds
- Earbuds: approximately one hour, charging case: approximately 2.5 hours
- Soundcore Life Note
- Approximately two hours
Drivers
- Soundcore R50i NC Earbuds
- 10mm dynamic drivers
- Soundcore Life Note
- 6mm dynamic driver per earbud
Key differences
The main differences to help you choose.
Soundcore R50i NC Earbuds
- Newer Bluetooth 5.4.
- Larger drivers: 10 mm.
- Case type: Charging case with folding rear phone stand.
- Active noise cancellation.
- Connects to two devices at once.
Soundcore Life Note
- Case type: Matching charging case.
What matters most to you?
8 priorities selected.
Soundcore R50i NC Earbuds
- Replaceable ear tips in three sizes.
- Up to 45 hours with the case.
- Touch controls for playback, calls and ambient modes.
- Bluetooth 5.4.
- Earbuds: approximately one hour, charging case: approximately 2.5 hours.
- 10mm dynamic drivers.
- Charging case with folding rear phone stand.
- Folding rear phone stand, status LED.
Soundcore Life Note
- True Wireless In-Ear Earbuds.
- Up to 7 hours per charge; up to 40 hours with the case.
- Physical multifunction buttons.
- Bluetooth 5.0.
- Approximately two hours.
- 6mm dynamic driver per earbud.
- Matching charging case.
- Charging-status indicator, stores and charges earbuds.
Detailed comparison
Explore the full specifications, section by section.
General
| Specification | Soundcore R50i NC Earbuds | Soundcore Life Note |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Soundcore | Soundcore |
| Model | A3959H11; A3959H21; A3959H31; A3959H51 | A3908G11 |
| Announced | June 2024 | — |
| Type | True Wireless In-Ear Earbuds | True Wireless In-Ear Earbuds |
| Color | Black; White; Blue; Pink | Black |
Design
| Specification | Soundcore R50i NC Earbuds | Soundcore Life Note |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | Approximately 4.3g per earbud / 52.8g including case | — |
Battery & Charging
| Specification | Soundcore R50i NC Earbuds | Soundcore Life Note |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Life | ANC off: up to 10h earbuds / 45h total with case; ANC on: up to 7h / 30h total | Up to 7h earbuds /40h total including case; actual use varies |
| Charging Time | Earbuds: approximately one hour; charging case: approximately 2.5 hours | Approximately two hours |
| Fast Charging | Ten minutes provides up to two hours under stated conditions | — |
| Charging Port | USB-C on case | USB-C on case |
| Wireless Charging | Not supported; case charges through USB-C | — |
Connectivity
| Specification | Soundcore R50i NC Earbuds | Soundcore Life Note |
|---|---|---|
| Connection | Bluetooth wireless audio | Bluetooth; AVRCP1.6, A2DP1.3, HFP1.7 and HSP1.2 |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4 | Bluetooth 5.0 |
| Bluetooth Range | Up to 10m under suitable conditions | Up to 10m under suitable conditions |
| Multipoint Connection | Two-device Dual Connections enabled in soundcore app; one active audio source | — |
| Connector | USB-C charging on case; Bluetooth wireless audio | Bluetooth audio; USB-C case charging |
| App Support | soundcore app; EQ, fit test, Dual Connections, control settings and firmware updates | — |
Features
| Specification | Soundcore R50i NC Earbuds | Soundcore Life Note |
|---|---|---|
| Special Features | Two-device connection; phone-stand case; EQ; single-earbud mode | SBC/AAC/aptX; mono listening; automatic connection to last paired device |
| Voice Assistant | — | Siri or other supported device voice assistant through button controls |
Audio
| Specification | Soundcore R50i NC Earbuds | Soundcore Life Note |
|---|---|---|
| Drivers | 10mm dynamic drivers | 6mm dynamic driver per earbud |
| Frequency Response | 20Hz–20kHz | 20Hz–20kHz |
| Impedance | 16Ω | 16Ω |
| Audio Codecs | SBC and AAC | SBC, AAC and aptX; compatible source device required |
| Active Noise Cancellation | Adaptive ANC; up to 42dB reduction under manufacturer conditions | — |
| Transparency / Ambient Mode | Transparency and Normal modes available through supported controls or app | — |
| Microphones | Four microphones with AI call processing | — |
| Audio Features | BassUp; 22 EQ presets and custom EQ; 3D sound option | — |
Charging Case
| Specification | Soundcore R50i NC Earbuds | Soundcore Life Note |
|---|---|---|
| Case Type | Charging case with folding rear phone stand | Matching charging case |
| Case Battery Life | 45h total including earbuds with ANC off; 30h total with ANC on | Up to 40h total including earbuds; not40additional case-only hours |
| Case Charging | USB-C; input 5V 0.5A; output 5V 0.24A, 0.12A per port | USB-C; manual input 5V0.75A |
| Case Charging Port | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Wireless Charging | Not supported | — |
| Case Dimensions | Approximately 57 × 49 × 29mm | — |
| Case Weight | Not separately specified; approximately 52.8g including earbuds | — |
| Case Features | Folding rear phone stand; status LED; phone supplied separately | Charging-status indicator; stores and charges earbuds |
Design & Controls
| Specification | Soundcore R50i NC Earbuds | Soundcore Life Note |
|---|---|---|
| Controls | Touch controls for playback, calls and ambient modes; customisation in app; mono mode supported | Physical multifunction buttons; playback, tracks, calls and supported voice assistant; volume controlled on connected device |
| Ear Tips / Ear Cushions | Replaceable ear tips in three sizes; app fit test | — |
What's in the Box
| Specification | Soundcore R50i NC Earbuds | Soundcore Life Note |
|---|---|---|
| Headphones / Earbuds | R50i NC left and right earbuds | Left and right Life Note earbuds |
| Charging Case | Charging case with folding phone stand | Matching charging case |
| Charging Cable | USB-C to USB-A charging cable shared-family package list | USB-C charging cable |
| Audio Cable | Not applicable; true wireless audio | Not applicable; wireless earbuds |
| Ear Tips / Accessories | Replaceable ear tips in three sizes | Silicone ear tips |
| Documentation | Quick start guide and safety manual shared-family package list | User instructions |
Similarities
- Both charge over USB-C.
- Both connect over Bluetooth.
- Both have a range of up to 10 m.
- Same frequency response: 20Hz–20kHz.
- Same impedance: 16Ω.
- Both are made by Soundcore.
In summary
Choose R50i NC for drivers.
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