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Xiaomi Type-C vs JBL T50HI

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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JBL T50HI

JBL T50HI

  • In-ear design uses sealing ear tips.
  • wired connection.
  • 1.2 m cable for extra reach.
  • 8.6mm dynamic driver.
  • Controls: one-button universal remote with mic for call management.
KSh 3,500In Stock

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Our quick verdict

The Xiaomi Type-C earphones is the better buy: it has larger 12.4 mm drivers.

Fit

Xiaomi Type-C earphones
USB-C Wired Earphones
JBL T50HI
3 sizes: S, M

Controls

Xiaomi Type-C earphones
Three-button inline remote for compatible playback, calls
JBL T50HI
One-button universal remote with mic for call management

Connections

Xiaomi Type-C earphones
USB-C wired
JBL T50HI
Wired

Audio

Xiaomi Type-C earphones
Sensitivity at least 108dB SPL at 3mW
JBL T50HI
JBL Bass Sound

Impedance

Xiaomi Type-C earphones
32 ohms
JBL T50HI
30 ± 4.5 Ω

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Xiaomi Type-C earphones

  • Larger drivers: 12.4 mm (vs 8.6 mm).
  • Newer model: released in 2024 (vs 2018).

JBL T50HI

Its full specifications are in the detailed comparison below.

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How each product answers the selected priorities
PriorityXiaomi Type-C earphonesJBL T50HI
FitUSB-C Wired Earphones3 sizes: S, M and L
ControlsThree-button inline remote for compatible playback, calls and volumeOne-button universal remote with mic for call management
ConnectionsUSB-C wiredWired
AudioSensitivity at least 108dB SPL at 3mWJBL Bass Sound
Impedance32 ohms30 ± 4.5 Ω
TypeUSB-C Wired EarphonesWired In-Ear Earphones

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationXiaomi Type-C earphonesJBL T50HI
BrandXiaomiJBL
Model57982; 57983T50HI
Announced20242018
TypeUSB-C Wired EarphonesWired In-Ear Earphones
ColorBlack; WhiteBlack, Blue, White

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationXiaomi Type-C earphonesJBL T50HI
Weight13.5g—

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationXiaomi Type-C earphonesJBL T50HI
Battery LifeWired deviceNot applicable
Charging TimeWired device—
Fast ChargingWired device—
Charging PortWired device—
Wireless ChargingWired device—

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationXiaomi Type-C earphonesJBL T50HI
ConnectionUSB-C wiredWired
BluetoothWired designNot applicable
Bluetooth RangeWired design—
Multipoint ConnectionWired design—
ConnectorReversible USB-C3.5mm
Cable Length1.25m; TPE sheath1.2m

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationXiaomi Type-C earphonesJBL T50HI
Special FeaturesCompatible USB-C headset audio equipment; audio and remote support depend on connected deviceBass Sound; lightweight and comfortable; one-button universal remote with mic

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationXiaomi Type-C earphonesJBL T50HI
Drivers12.4mm driver8.6mm dynamic driver
Impedance32 ohms30 ± 4.5 Ω
Active Noise CancellationNoNot applicable
MicrophonesInline HD microphone with noise reduction for callsBuilt-in in-line microphone
Audio FeaturesSensitivity at least 108dB SPL at 3mW, 1000HzJBL Bass Sound; sensitivity 101 ± 3 dB SPL; maximum SPL 10mW; rated power input 3mW
Frequency Response—20 Hz–20 kHz
Audio Codecs——
Transparency / Ambient Mode——
Spatial Audio——

Charging Case

Charging Case specifications comparison
SpecificationXiaomi Type-C earphonesJBL T50HI
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
SpecificationXiaomi Type-C earphonesJBL T50HI
ControlsThree-button inline remote for compatible playback, calls and volumeOne-button universal remote with mic for call management
Water & Dust ResistanceIP54; protection can diminish with use; do not bathe or immerse—
Ear Tips / Ear Cushions—3 sizes: S, M and L

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationXiaomi Type-C earphonesJBL T50HI
Headphones / EarbudsXiaomi Type-C Earphones1 pair of JBL T50HI headphones
Charging CaseNo charging caseNo charging case
Charging CableNo charging requiredNot applicable
Audio CableProduct design does not use a detachable audio cable—
DocumentationOne user manual1 warranty and safety card
Ear Tips / Accessories—3 sets of ear tips (S, M and L)

Similarities

  • Both have built-in microphones for calls.
  • Both use 3mW (audio features).
  • Both use wired connection.

In summary

The Xiaomi Type-C earphones is the better buy for almost everyone, with larger 12.4 mm drivers.

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