Connections
- Soundcore R60i NC
- Uses USB-C
- Soundcore Life Note 3i
- Charging case uses USB-C
Headphones comparison
Soundcore R60i NC vs Soundcore Life Note 3i
Compare sound, battery life, fit, controls and connections.
01Selected  Soundcore R60i NC
KSh 4,680In Stock | 02  Soundcore Life Note 3i
KSh 4,280In Stock |
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Our quick verdict
Choose the Soundcore R60i NC if you want LDAC hi-res codec support, Bluetooth 6.1 and larger 11 mm drivers.
Controls
- Soundcore R60i NC
- Touch controls for everyday use
- Soundcore Life Note 3i
- Physical buttons for your everyday controls
Fit
- Soundcore R60i NC
- Replaceable silicone ear tips
- Soundcore Life Note 3i
- Three sizes S/M/L
Noise cancellation
- Soundcore R60i NC
- Active noise cancellation
- Soundcore Life Note 3i
- Noise cancellation
Audio
- Soundcore R60i NC
- Hi-Res Audio
- Soundcore Life Note 3i
- 10mm drivers
Key differences
The main differences to help you choose.
Soundcore R60i NC
- LDAC hi-res Bluetooth codec support.
- Newer Bluetooth 6.1.
- Larger drivers: 11 mm.
- Touch controls for everyday use.
- Uses USB-C for charging.
- Hi-Res Audio certified.
Soundcore Life Note 3i
- Physical buttons for your everyday controls.
- Charging case uses USB-C.
What matters most to you?
11 priorities selected.
Soundcore R60i NC
- Replaceable silicone ear tips.
- Up to 10 hours / 50 hours with case (ANC off).
- Touch controls for playback, calls and listening modes.
- Active noise cancellation.
- Bluetooth 6.1.
- Works with the Soundcore app.
- Hi-Res Audio.
- 10 minutes provides up to 3.5 hours.
- Soundcore app.
- Yes.
- Charging case.
Soundcore Life Note 3i
- Three sizes S/M/L.
- 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.
- Soundcore app: EQ, mode selection, button controls and firmware updates.
- Supported through soundcore app.
- Hinged lid, charging-status indicator and pairing/reset button.
Detailed comparison
Explore the full specifications, section by section.
General
| Specification | Soundcore R60i NC | Soundcore Life Note 3i |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Soundcore | Soundcore |
| Model | R60i NC (P31i model family) | A3983Y11 |
| Announced | 2025 | — |
| Type | True Wireless In-Ear Earbuds | True Wireless In-Ear Earbuds |
| Color | Black, White | Black |
Design
| Specification | Soundcore R60i NC | Soundcore Life Note 3i |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | — | Approximately 4.9g per earbud /51g including case |
Battery & Charging
| Specification | Soundcore R60i NC | Soundcore Life Note 3i |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Life | Up to 10 hours / 50 hours with case (ANC off); 8 hours / 40 hours with case (ANC on) | Normal: up to 9h /36h with case; ANC/transparency:6h /24h; actual use varies |
| Fast Charging | 10 minutes provides up to 3.5 hours | Ten minutes provides approximately 2h under stated conditions |
| Charging Port | USB-C | USB-C on case |
| Charging Time | — | Earbuds approximately 1.5h /case approximately 2h |
Connectivity
| Specification | Soundcore R60i NC | Soundcore Life Note 3i |
|---|---|---|
| Connection | Bluetooth | Bluetooth; A2DP, AVRCP and HFP |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 6.1 | Bluetooth 5.2 |
| App Support | Soundcore app | soundcore app: EQ, mode selection, button controls and firmware updates |
| Bluetooth Range | — | Up to 10m under suitable conditions |
| Connector | — | Bluetooth audio; USB-C case charging |
Features
| Specification | Soundcore R60i NC | Soundcore Life Note 3i |
|---|---|---|
| Special Features | Officially marketed as P31i in some regions; Soundcore support identifies P31i/R60i NC together | App EQ; ANC/transparency; mono listening; quick charging |
| Voice Assistant | — | Siri or other supported device voice assistant via customised buttons |
Audio
| Specification | Soundcore R60i NC | Soundcore Life Note 3i |
|---|---|---|
| Drivers | 11mm titanium-coated drivers | 10mm dynamic driver per earbud |
| Audio Codecs | LDAC | SBC and AAC |
| Active Noise Cancellation | Adaptive ANC, up to 52dB reduction | Active noise cancellation with four microphones |
| Transparency / Ambient Mode | Yes | Supported through soundcore app |
| Microphones | 6 microphones with AI and wind-noise reduction | Four microphones; AI-assisted call noise reduction |
| Audio Features | Hi-Res Audio; BassUp | 10mm drivers; app EQ; ANC, transparency and Normal modes |
| Frequency Response | — | 20Hz–20kHz |
| Impedance | — | 16Ω |
Charging Case
| Specification | Soundcore R60i NC | Soundcore Life Note 3i |
|---|---|---|
| Case Type | Charging case | Matching charging case |
| Case Battery Life | Extends total playtime to 50 hours | Up to 36h total including earbuds in Normal mode; 24h ANC/transparency |
| Case Charging | USB-C charging | USB-C; input 5V0.5A; 500mAh case battery |
| Case Charging Port | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Features | Charging case | Hinged lid, charging-status indicator and pairing/reset button |
| Case Weight | — | Not separately specified; 51g including earbuds |
Design & Controls
| Specification | Soundcore R60i NC | Soundcore Life Note 3i |
|---|---|---|
| Controls | Touch controls for playback, calls and listening modes | Customisable physical buttons; playback, tracks, volume, calls and supported assistant |
| Water & Dust Resistance | IP55 | — |
| Ear Tips / Ear Cushions | Replaceable silicone ear tips | Three sizes S/M/L; medium tips fitted |
What's in the Box
| Specification | Soundcore R60i NC | Soundcore Life Note 3i |
|---|---|---|
| Headphones / Earbuds | R60i NC (P31i model family) earbuds | Left and right Life Note3i earbuds |
| Charging Case | Charging case | Matching charging case |
| Audio Cable | True wireless design | Not applicable; wireless earbuds |
| Documentation | Documentation | Standard user documentation; B2B packaging may differ from Japan retail set |
| Charging Cable | — | USB-C charging cable |
| Ear Tips / Accessories | — | Three sizes of silicone ear tips |
Similarities
- Both have active noise cancellation.
- Both charge over USB-C.
- Both have built-in microphones for calls.
- Both connect over Bluetooth.
- Both are made by Soundcore.
- Both use In-ear design uses sealing ear tips.
In summary
Choose R60i NC for hi-res Bluetooth audio and drivers.
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