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JBL Tune 310C USB vs Soundcore Life Note 3i

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JBL Tune 310C USB

JBL Tune 310C USB

  • 14.3 g.
  • Uses USB-C for charging.
  • Connects to one device at a time.
  • No noise cancellation for listening.
  • Touch controls for everyday use.
KSh 4,000In Stock
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Soundcore Life Note 3i

Soundcore Life Note 3i

  • In-ear design uses sealing ear tips.
  • About 4.9 g per earbud.
  • Charging case uses USB-C.
  • Works with the Soundcore app.
  • Noise cancellation for listening.
KSh 4,280In Stock
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Soundcore A30i ANCKSh 3,850

Our quick verdict

Choose the JBL Tune 310C USB if you want a lower price (KSh 280 less). Choose the Soundcore Life Note 3i if you want active noise cancellation, a transparency / ambient mode and USB-C.

Connections

JBL Tune 310C USB
Uses USB-C
Soundcore Life Note 3i
Charging case uses USB-C

Noise cancellation

JBL Tune 310C USB
No noise cancellation
Soundcore Life Note 3i
Noise cancellation

Controls

JBL Tune 310C USB
Touch controls for everyday use
Soundcore Life Note 3i
Physical buttons for your everyday controls

Fit

JBL Tune 310C USB
Ear tips included
Soundcore Life Note 3i
Three sizes S/M/L

Weight

JBL Tune 310C USB
14.3 g
Soundcore Life Note 3i
About 4.9 g per earbud

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

JBL Tune 310C USB

  • Lower price: KSh 4,000 (KSh 280 less).
  • Connection: USB-C wired.
  • Touch controls for everyday use.
  • Hi-Res Audio certified.

Soundcore Life Note 3i

  • Active noise cancellation.
  • Transparency / ambient mode: through soundcore app.
  • USB-C.
  • Works with the Soundcore app for settings and updates.
  • Connection: Bluetooth.

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9 priorities selected.

JBL Tune 310C USB

  • Ear tips included.
  • 14.3 g.
  • Wired device.
  • Touch controls for playback, calls and listening modes.
  • No noise cancellation for listening.
  • USB-C wired.
  • No companion app.
  • JBL Pure Bass Sound.
  • No.

Soundcore Life Note 3i

  • Three sizes S/M/L.
  • About 4.9 g per earbud.
  • Up to 9 hours per charge; 36 hours with the case.
  • Customisable physical buttons.
  • Noise cancellation for listening.
  • Bluetooth 5.2.
  • Works with the Soundcore app.
  • 10mm drivers.
  • Ten minutes provides approximately 2h under stated conditions.

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Tune 310C USBSoundcore Life Note 3i
BrandJBLSoundcore
ModelTune 310C USBA3983Y11
Announced2023—
TypeUSB-C Wired EarphonesTrue Wireless In-Ear Earbuds
ColorOfficial colorways vary by market and selected variantBlack

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Tune 310C USBSoundcore Life Note 3i
Weight14.3 g / 0.03 lbsgApproximately 4.9g per earbud /51g including case

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Tune 310C USBSoundcore Life Note 3i
Battery LifeWired deviceNormal: up to 9h /36h with case; ANC/transparency:6h /24h; actual use varies
Fast ChargingNoTen minutes provides approximately 2h under stated conditions
Charging PortUSB-CUSB-C on case
Wireless ChargingNo—
Charging Time—Earbuds approximately 1.5h /case approximately 2h

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Tune 310C USBSoundcore Life Note 3i
ConnectionUSB-C wiredBluetooth; A2DP, AVRCP and HFP
BluetoothUSB-C wired designBluetooth 5.2
Multipoint ConnectionNo—
ConnectorUSB-CBluetooth audio; USB-C case charging
Cable LengthNo audio cable—
App SupportNosoundcore app: EQ, mode selection, button controls and firmware updates
Bluetooth Range—Up to 10m under suitable conditions

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Tune 310C USBSoundcore Life Note 3i
Special FeaturesHi-Res Audio; three-button remoteApp EQ; ANC/transparency; mono listening; quick charging
Voice Assistant—Siri or other supported device voice assistant via customised buttons

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Tune 310C USBSoundcore Life Note 3i
Driversmm dynamic driver10mm dynamic driver per earbud
Frequency Response20 Hz - 40 kHz20Hz–20kHz
Active Noise CancellationNoActive noise cancellation with four microphones
Transparency / Ambient ModeNoSupported through soundcore app
Spatial AudioNo—
Microphones1 microphonesFour microphones; AI-assisted call noise reduction
Audio FeaturesJBL Pure Bass Sound10mm drivers; app EQ; ANC, transparency and Normal modes
Impedance—16Ω
Audio Codecs—SBC and AAC

Charging Case

Charging Case specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Tune 310C USBSoundcore Life Note 3i
Case TypeNo charging caseMatching charging case
Case Battery Life—Up to 36h total including earbuds in Normal mode; 24h ANC/transparency
Case Charging—USB-C; input 5V0.5A; 500mAh case battery
Case Charging Port—USB-C
Case Wireless Charging——
Case Dimensions——
Case Weight—Not separately specified; 51g including earbuds
Case Water & Dust Resistance——
Case Features—Hinged lid, charging-status indicator and pairing/reset button

Design & Controls

Design & Controls specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Tune 310C USBSoundcore Life Note 3i
ControlsTouch controls for playback, calls and listening modesCustomisable physical buttons; playback, tracks, volume, calls and supported assistant
Ear Tips / Ear CushionsEar tips includedThree sizes S/M/L; medium tips fitted

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Tune 310C USBSoundcore Life Note 3i
Headphones / EarbudsJBL Tune 310C USB-C headphonesLeft and right Life Note3i earbuds
Charging CaseNo charging caseMatching charging case
Charging CableUSB charging cableUSB-C charging cable
Audio CableNot includedNot applicable; wireless earbuds
Ear Tips / Accessories3 sizes of ear tipsThree sizes of silicone ear tips
DocumentationWarranty / Warning (W / !); product QSG/ Safety Sheet (S / i)Standard user documentation; B2B packaging may differ from Japan retail set

Similarities

  • Both charge over USB-C.
  • Both have built-in microphones for calls.

In summary

Choose Soundcore Life Note 3i for noise cancellation and a transparency / ambient mode; JBL Tune 310C is the cheaper choice when you do not need noise cancellation.

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