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Apple EarPods with Lightning Connector vs Xiaomi Type-C

Compare sound, battery life, fit, controls and connections.

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Apple EarPods with Lightning Connector

Apple EarPods with Lightning Connector

  • wired connection.
  • No noise cancellation for listening.
  • Wired design.
  • Microphone.
  • Voice assistant: siri via connected Apple device.
KSh 3,500In Stock
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Xiaomi Type-C earphones

Xiaomi Type-C earphones

  • 13.5 g.
  • wired connection.
  • No noise cancellation for listening.
  • Wired device.
  • IP54 water and dust resistance.
KSh 860In Stock

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Fit

Apple EarPods with Lightning Connector
Fixed open-fit earbud design
Xiaomi Type-C earphones
USB-C Wired Earphones

Battery life

Apple EarPods with Lightning Connector
Wired design
Xiaomi Type-C earphones
Wired device

Controls

Apple EarPods with Lightning Connector
In-line remote for volume, media playback
Xiaomi Type-C earphones
Three-button inline remote for compatible playback, calls

Connections

Apple EarPods with Lightning Connector
Lightning wired
Xiaomi Type-C earphones
USB-C wired

Audio

Apple EarPods with Lightning Connector
Engineered for high-quality audio with deep, rich bass
Xiaomi Type-C earphones
Sensitivity at least 108dB SPL at 3mW

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Apple EarPods with Lightning Connector

  • Connection: Lightning wired.

Xiaomi Type-C earphones

  • Newer model: released in 2024 (vs 2016).
  • Connection: USB-C wired.

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How each product answers the selected priorities
PriorityApple EarPods with Lightning ConnectorXiaomi Type-C earphones
FitFixed open-fit earbud designUSB-C Wired Earphones
Battery lifeWired designWired device
ControlsIn-line remote for volume, media playback and callsThree-button inline remote for compatible playback, calls and volume
ConnectionsLightning wiredUSB-C wired
AudioEngineered for high-quality audio with deep, rich bassSensitivity at least 108dB SPL at 3mW
TypeLightning Wired EarphonesUSB-C Wired Earphones

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationApple EarPods with Lightning ConnectorXiaomi Type-C earphones
BrandAppleXiaomi
ModelEarPods (Lightning Connector)57982; 57983
Announced20162024
TypeLightning Wired EarphonesUSB-C Wired Earphones
Color—Black; White

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationApple EarPods with Lightning ConnectorXiaomi Type-C earphones
Weight—13.5g

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationApple EarPods with Lightning ConnectorXiaomi Type-C earphones
Battery LifeWired designWired device
Charging TimeWired designWired device
Fast ChargingWired designWired device
Charging PortWired designWired device
Wireless ChargingWired designWired device

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationApple EarPods with Lightning ConnectorXiaomi Type-C earphones
ConnectionLightning wiredUSB-C wired
BluetoothWired designWired design
Bluetooth RangeWired designWired design
Multipoint ConnectionWired designWired design
ConnectorLightningReversible USB-C
Cable Length—1.25m; TPE sheath

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationApple EarPods with Lightning ConnectorXiaomi Type-C earphones
Voice AssistantSiri via connected Apple device—
Special FeaturesAnatomically shaped EarPods designCompatible USB-C headset audio equipment; audio and remote support depend on connected device

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationApple EarPods with Lightning ConnectorXiaomi Type-C earphones
Active Noise CancellationNoNo
Transparency / Ambient ModeNo—
Spatial AudioNo—
MicrophonesBuilt-in microphoneInline HD microphone with noise reduction for calls
Audio FeaturesEngineered for high-quality audio with deep, rich bassSensitivity at least 108dB SPL at 3mW, 1000Hz
Drivers—12.4mm driver
Impedance—32 ohms

Charging Case

Charging Case specifications comparison
SpecificationApple EarPods with Lightning ConnectorXiaomi Type-C earphones
Case TypeNo charging caseNo charging case
Case Battery Life——
Case Charging——
Case Charging Port——
Case Wireless Charging——
Case Dimensions——
Case Weight——
Case Water & Dust Resistance——
Case Features——

Design & Controls

Design & Controls specifications comparison
SpecificationApple EarPods with Lightning ConnectorXiaomi Type-C earphones
ControlsIn-line remote for volume, media playback and callsThree-button inline remote for compatible playback, calls and volume
Ear Tips / Ear CushionsFixed open-fit earbud design—
Water & Dust Resistance—IP54; protection can diminish with use; do not bathe or immerse

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationApple EarPods with Lightning ConnectorXiaomi Type-C earphones
Headphones / EarbudsEarPods (Lightning Connector)Xiaomi Type-C Earphones
Charging CaseNo charging caseNo charging case
Charging CableNo charging requiredNo charging required
Audio CableIntegrated cableProduct design does not use a detachable audio cable
Ear Tips / AccessoriesFixed open-fit design—
DocumentationQuick start and safety documentationOne user manual

Similarities

  • Both have built-in microphones for calls.
  • Same Bluetooth: wired design.
  • Neither has active noise cancellation.
  • Both use wired connection.

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