Connections
- JBL Tune 310C USB
- Uses USB-C
- Soundcore A30i ANC
- Charging case uses USB-C
Headphones comparison
JBL Tune 310C USB vs Soundcore A30i
Compare sound, battery life, fit, controls and connections.
01Selected  JBL Tune 310C USB
KSh 4,000In Stock | 02  Soundcore A30i ANC
KSh 3,850In Stock |
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Our quick verdict
Choose the Soundcore A30i ANC if you want active noise cancellation, two-device connection and a transparency / ambient mode. Choose the JBL Tune 310C USB if you prefer USB-C wired.
Two devices
- JBL Tune 310C USB
- Connects to one device at a time
- Soundcore A30i ANC
- Can stay connected to two devices
Controls
- JBL Tune 310C USB
- Touch controls for everyday use
- Soundcore A30i ANC
- Touch controls you can customise
Fit
- JBL Tune 310C USB
- Ear tips included
- Soundcore A30i ANC
- Replaceable ear tips in Small, Medium
Weight
- JBL Tune 310C USB
- 14.3 g
- Soundcore A30i ANC
- About 3.7 g per earbud
Key differences
The main differences to help you choose.
JBL Tune 310C USB
- Connection: USB-C wired.
- Uses USB-C for charging.
- Hi-Res Audio certified.
Soundcore A30i ANC
- Active noise cancellation.
- Connects to two devices at once.
- Transparency / ambient mode.
- Works with the Soundcore app for settings and updates.
- Connection: Bluetooth wireless audio.
- Charging case uses USB-C.
What matters most to you?
8 priorities selected.
JBL Tune 310C USB
- Ear tips included.
- 14.3 g.
- Wired device.
- Connects to one device at a time.
- Touch controls for playback, calls and listening modes.
- No noise cancellation for listening.
- USB-C wired.
- No companion app.
Soundcore A30i ANC
- Replaceable ear tips in Small, Medium and Large.
- About 3.7 g per earbud.
- Up to 24 hours with the case.
- Stays connected to two devices.
- Customisable touch controls for supported playback, calls and ambient modes.
- Active noise cancellation.
- Bluetooth 5.4.
- Works with the Soundcore app.
Detailed comparison
Explore the full specifications, section by section.
General
| Specification | JBL Tune 310C USB | Soundcore A30i ANC |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | JBL | Soundcore |
| Model | Tune 310C USB | A3958H11; A3958H31; A3958H51; A3958H21 |
| Announced | 2023 | May 2024 |
| Type | USB-C Wired Earphones | True Wireless In-Ear Earbuds |
| Color | Official colorways vary by market and selected variant | Black; Blue; Pink; White |
Design
| Specification | JBL Tune 310C USB | Soundcore A30i ANC |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 14.3 g / 0.03 lbsg | Approximately 3.7g per earbud / 47.4g including case |
Battery & Charging
| Specification | JBL Tune 310C USB | Soundcore A30i ANC |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Life | Wired device | UK product table: ANC off up to 7h / 24h total; ANC on up to 4h / 15h total; actual use varies |
| Fast Charging | No | Ten minutes provides up to two hours under stated conditions |
| Charging Port | USB-C | USB-C on case |
| Wireless Charging | No | Not supported |
| Charging Time | — | Approximately one hour for earbuds; two hours for charging case |
Connectivity
| Specification | JBL Tune 310C USB | Soundcore A30i ANC |
|---|---|---|
| Connection | USB-C wired | Bluetooth wireless audio |
| Bluetooth | USB-C wired design | Bluetooth 5.4 |
| Multipoint Connection | No | Two-device Dual Connections enabled in soundcore app; one active audio source |
| Connector | USB-C | USB-C charging on case; Bluetooth audio |
| Cable Length | No audio cable | — |
| App Support | No | soundcore app; fit test, ANC, EQ, Find Earbuds, Dual Connections, touch-control settings and firmware updates |
| Bluetooth Range | — | Up to 10m under suitable conditions, as listed in guide |
Features
| Specification | JBL Tune 310C USB | Soundcore A30i ANC |
|---|---|---|
| Special Features | Hi-Res Audio; three-button remote | Compact case; adaptive ANC; two-device connection; single-earbud mode; app EQ |
Audio
| Specification | JBL Tune 310C USB | Soundcore A30i ANC |
|---|---|---|
| Drivers | mm dynamic driver | 6mm drivers with composite diaphragms |
| Frequency Response | 20 Hz - 40 kHz | 20Hz–20kHz, as listed in official A3958 guide |
| Active Noise Cancellation | No | Adaptive ANC; manufacturer describes up to 46dB reduction under stated conditions; manual ANC modes |
| Transparency / Ambient Mode | No | Supported; Normal and Transparency options in single-earbud mode |
| Spatial Audio | No | — |
| Microphones | 1 microphones | Four microphones with AI call processing |
| Audio Features | JBL Pure Bass Sound | Composite diaphragms; 22 EQ presets and custom EQ; 3D sound effect |
| Impedance | — | 16Ω |
Charging Case
| Specification | JBL Tune 310C USB | Soundcore A30i ANC |
|---|---|---|
| Case Type | No charging case | Lipstick-shaped sliding charging case |
| Case Battery Life | — | UK table: 24h total including earbuds with ANC off; 15h total with ANC on |
| Case Charging | — | USB-C; input 5V 0.46A; output 5V 0.2A, 0.1A per port; guide lists 310mAh / 1.147Wh battery |
| Case Charging Port | — | USB-C |
| Case Wireless Charging | — | Not supported |
| Case Dimensions | — | — |
| Case Weight | — | Not separately specified; approximately 47.4g including earbuds |
| Case Water & Dust Resistance | — | — |
| Case Features | — | Sliding cover and charging-status indicator |
Design & Controls
| Specification | JBL Tune 310C USB | Soundcore A30i ANC |
|---|---|---|
| Controls | Touch controls for playback, calls and listening modes | Customisable touch controls for supported playback, calls and ambient modes; single-earbud use supported |
| Ear Tips / Ear Cushions | Ear tips included | Replaceable ear tips in Small, Medium and Large; Medium fitted; app fit test |
What's in the Box
| Specification | JBL Tune 310C USB | Soundcore A30i ANC |
|---|---|---|
| Headphones / Earbuds | JBL Tune 310C USB-C headphones | Left and right A30i earbuds |
| Charging Case | No charging case | Lipstick-shaped sliding charging case |
| Charging Cable | USB charging cable | USB-C to USB-A charging cable package listing |
| Audio Cable | Not included | Not applicable; true wireless audio |
| Ear Tips / Accessories | 3 sizes of ear tips | Ear tips in three sizes: Small, Medium and Large |
| Documentation | Warranty / Warning (W / !); product QSG/ Safety Sheet (S / i) | Quick start guide and documentation |
Similarities
- Both charge over USB-C.
- Both have built-in microphones for calls.
- Neither has wireless charging.
- Both use touch controls for everyday use.
In summary
Choose Soundcore A30i ANC for noise cancellation and connection to two devices at once.
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