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Xiaomi Type-C vs Soundcore K20i

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

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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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Soundcore K20i

Soundcore K20i

  • In-ear design uses sealing ear tips.
  • About 3.3 g per earbud.
  • Up to 6 hours per charge.
  • Charging case uses USB-C.
  • Works with the Soundcore app.
KSh 2,150In Stock
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Our quick verdict

The Xiaomi Type-C earphones and Soundcore K20i are closely matched on published specifications; they differ in connection (USB-C wired vs Bluetooth wireless audio).

Connections

Xiaomi Type-C earphones
Wired connection
Soundcore K20i
Bluetooth connection

Fit

Xiaomi Type-C earphones
USB-C Wired Earphones
Soundcore K20i
Tip-free semi-in-ear design

Weight

Xiaomi Type-C earphones
13.5 g
Soundcore K20i
About 3.3 g per earbud

Controls

Xiaomi Type-C earphones
Three-button inline remote for compatible playback, calls
Soundcore K20i
Customisable touch controls

Audio

Xiaomi Type-C earphones
Sensitivity at least 108dB SPL at 3mW
Soundcore K20i
BassUp

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Xiaomi Type-C earphones

  • Connection: USB-C wired.
  • wired connection.

Soundcore K20i

  • Connection: Bluetooth wireless audio.

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Neither has noise cancellation for listening.

Xiaomi Type-C earphones

  • USB-C Wired Earphones.
  • 13.5 g.
  • Wired device.
  • Three-button inline remote for compatible playback, calls and volume.
  • USB-C wired.
  • Sensitivity at least 108dB SPL at 3mW.
  • 32 ohms.

Soundcore K20i

  • Tip-free semi-in-ear design.
  • About 3.3 g per earbud.
  • Up to 6 hours per charge; up to 36 hours with the case.
  • Customisable touch controls.
  • Bluetooth 5.3.
  • BassUp.
  • Ten minutes provides up to two hours under stated conditions.
  • 16Ω.
  • True Wireless In-Ear Earbuds.

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationXiaomi Type-C earphonesSoundcore K20i
BrandXiaomiSoundcore
Model57982; 57983A3994H11; A3994H21
Announced2024August 2024
TypeUSB-C Wired EarphonesTrue Wireless In-Ear Earbuds
ColorBlack; WhiteBlack; White

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationXiaomi Type-C earphonesSoundcore K20i
Weight13.5gApproximately 3.3g per earbud / 43g including case

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationXiaomi Type-C earphonesSoundcore K20i
Battery LifeWired deviceUp to 6h earbuds / 36h total including case; actual use varies
Charging TimeWired deviceApproximately one hour for earbuds in case; three hours for case through USB-C
Fast ChargingWired deviceTen minutes provides up to two hours under stated conditions
Charging PortWired deviceUSB-C on case
Wireless ChargingWired device—

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationXiaomi Type-C earphonesSoundcore K20i
ConnectionUSB-C wiredBluetooth wireless audio; AVRCP, A2DP and HFP profiles
BluetoothWired designBluetooth 5.3
Bluetooth RangeWired designUp to 10m under suitable conditions
Multipoint ConnectionWired design—
ConnectorReversible USB-CUSB-C charging on case; Bluetooth audio
Cable Length1.25m; TPE sheath—
App Support—soundcore app; EQ, Game Mode, Find Earbuds, custom touch controls and firmware updates

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationXiaomi Type-C earphonesSoundcore K20i
Special FeaturesCompatible USB-C headset audio equipment; audio and remote support depend on connected deviceLight semi-in-ear fit; Game Mode; app EQ; supported single-earbud use

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationXiaomi Type-C earphonesSoundcore K20i
Drivers12.4mm driver13mm dynamic drivers
Impedance32 ohms16Ω
Active Noise CancellationNoNo ANC listening mode; dual-microphone AI noise reduction is for calls
MicrophonesInline HD microphone with noise reduction for callsTwo microphones with AI call noise reduction
Audio FeaturesSensitivity at least 108dB SPL at 3mW, 1000HzBassUp; 22 EQ presets and custom EQ; Game Mode; semi-in-ear fit
Frequency Response—20Hz–20kHz
Audio Codecs—SBC and AAC

Charging Case

Charging Case specifications comparison
SpecificationXiaomi Type-C earphonesSoundcore K20i
Case TypeNo charging caseMatching protective charging case
Case Battery Life—Up to 36h total including earbuds
Case Charging—USB-C; input 5V 0.5A; output 5V 0.2A; battery 700mAh
Case Charging Port—USB-C
Case Wireless Charging——
Case Dimensions—Approximately 59 × 45 × 26mm
Case Weight—Not separately specified; approximately 43g including earbuds
Case Water & Dust Resistance——
Case Features—Charging-status indicator and hinged lid

Design & Controls

Design & Controls specifications comparison
SpecificationXiaomi Type-C earphonesSoundcore K20i
ControlsThree-button inline remote for compatible playback, calls and volumeCustomisable touch controls; supported mono mode for one earbud
Water & Dust ResistanceIP54; protection can diminish with use; do not bathe or immerse—
Ear Tips / Ear Cushions—Tip-free semi-in-ear design; no replaceable silicone ear tips

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationXiaomi Type-C earphonesSoundcore K20i
Headphones / EarbudsXiaomi Type-C EarphonesLeft and right K20i earbuds
Charging CaseNo charging caseMatching charging case
Charging CableNo charging requiredUSB-C to USB-A charging cable package listing
Audio CableProduct design does not use a detachable audio cableNot applicable; true wireless audio
DocumentationOne user manualQuick start guide and safety manual
Ear Tips / Accessories—No silicone ear tips required or supplied for tip-free design

Similarities

  • Both have built-in microphones for calls.
  • Neither has active noise cancellation.

In summary

Xiaomi Type-C earphones and Soundcore K20i are closely matched on the features compared here.

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In-stock alternatives

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