Weight
- Soundcore Select 3 Portable Bluetooth Speaker
- About 576 g
- Xiaomi Mi Smart Speaker
- 853 g
Speaker comparison
Soundcore Select 3 vs Xiaomi Mi Smart Speaker
Compare sound, battery life, durability and connections.
01Selected  Soundcore Select 3 Portable Bluetooth Speaker
KSh 8,500In Stock | 02  Mi Smart Speaker
KSh 8,570In Stock |
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Our quick verdict
Choose the Soundcore Select 3 Portable Bluetooth Speaker if you want a higher 16 W rated output, Bluetooth 5.0 and a lighter build (about 576 g). Choose the Xiaomi Mi Smart Speaker if you want Google Assistant.
Connections
- Soundcore Select 3 Portable Bluetooth Speaker
- Bluetooth 5.0 connection
- Xiaomi Mi Smart Speaker
- Bluetooth 4.2 connection
Output power
- Soundcore Select 3 Portable Bluetooth Speaker
- 16 W rated output
- Xiaomi Mi Smart Speaker
- 12 W rated output
Software
- Soundcore Select 3 Portable Bluetooth Speaker
- Works with the Soundcore app
- Xiaomi Mi Smart Speaker
- Google Home setup
Multi-Speaker
- Soundcore Select 3 Portable Bluetooth Speaker
- PartyCast (Link 100+ speakers)
- Xiaomi Mi Smart Speaker
- Two matching Mi Smart Speakers
Key differences
The main differences to help you choose.
Soundcore Select 3 Portable Bluetooth Speaker
- Higher rated output: 16 W.
- Newer Bluetooth 5.0.
- Lighter: about 576 g.
Xiaomi Mi Smart Speaker
- Google Assistant.
What matters most to you?
9 priorities selected.
Soundcore Select 3 Portable Bluetooth Speaker
- About 576 g.
- 16 W rated output.
- Bluetooth 5.0.
- Works with the Soundcore app.
- PartyCast (Link 100+ speakers).
- No built-in voice assistant.
- Detachable Carry Handle.
- Portable Bluetooth Speaker.
- No party lightshow.
Xiaomi Mi Smart Speaker
- 853 g.
- 12 W rated output.
- Bluetooth 4.2.
- Google Home setup.
- Two matching Mi Smart Speakers.
- Google Assistant.
- Indoor tabletop or shelf.
- Smart Speaker.
- Top light ring with music-lighting effect.
Detailed comparison
Explore the full specifications, section by section.
General
| Specification | Soundcore Select 3 Portable Bluetooth Speaker | Mi Smart Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Soundcore | Xiaomi |
| Model | Select 3 Portable Bluetooth Speaker | 29432 |
| Type | Portable Bluetooth Speaker | Smart Speaker |
| Color | — | White |
Design
| Specification | Soundcore Select 3 Portable Bluetooth Speaker | Mi Smart Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | Approx. 576g (1.27 lbs) | 853g |
| Dimensions | — | 131 × 104 × 151mm |
Connectivity
| Specification | Soundcore Select 3 Portable Bluetooth Speaker | Mi Smart Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.0 | 4.2 |
| Wi-Fi | Bluetooth-only portable speaker | 2.4GHz / 5GHz |
| HDMI | Portable speaker design | — |
| Microphone / Guitar Inputs | No microphone or guitar input | — |
| Multi-Speaker / Stereo Pairing | PartyCast (Link 100+ speakers) | Two matching Mi Smart Speakers; compatible multiroom playback |
| App Support | Soundcore App (Customizable EQ) | Google Home setup; Chromecast-compatible apps |
| Bluetooth Profiles / Codecs | — | A2DP |
Features
| Specification | Soundcore Select 3 Portable Bluetooth Speaker | Mi Smart Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| Voice Assistant | No built-in voice assistant | Google Assistant; availability varies by language, region and service |
| Lightshow | No party lightshow | Top light ring with music-lighting effect |
| Party Features | Not a party-speaker product | — |
| Home Cinema Features | Not a home-cinema speaker | — |
| Special Features | — | Chromecast built-in |
Audio
| Specification | Soundcore Select 3 Portable Bluetooth Speaker | Mi Smart Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| Speaker Configuration | Dual Drivers + Passive Radiator | Single front-facing full-frequency speaker |
| Drivers | Dual Full-Range Drivers + Passive Radiator | 63.5mm / 2.5-inch full-frequency driver |
| Total Power Output | 16W Stereo Sound | 12W |
| Audio Features | BassUp Technology | — |
Power & Battery
| Specification | Soundcore Select 3 Portable Bluetooth Speaker | Mi Smart Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| Power Source | Rechargeable battery / USB charging | DC 12V / 1.5A |
| Battery Life | Up to 20 Hours | — |
| Charging Port | USB-C | — |
Design & Controls
| Specification | Soundcore Select 3 Portable Bluetooth Speaker | Mi Smart Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| Water & Dust Resistance | IPX7 Fully Waterproof | — |
| Placement / Mounting | Detachable Carry Handle | Indoor tabletop or shelf |
| Controls | — | Touch-sensitive top panel |
| Materials | — | Metal mesh grille |
What's in the Box
| Specification | Soundcore Select 3 Portable Bluetooth Speaker | Mi Smart Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| Speaker / Soundbar | Select 3 Portable Bluetooth Speaker | One Mi Smart Speaker |
| Subwoofer | No subwoofer supplied | — |
| Remote Control | No remote control supplied | — |
| Power Cable | USB charging cable | — |
| Audio / HDMI Cable | Not applicable | — |
| Mounting Accessories | Portable design | — |
| Other Accessories | — | — |
| Documentation | Quick Start Guide and safety documentation | User manual |
Similarities
- Both connect over Bluetooth.
In summary
Choose Soundcore Select 3 Bluetooth for more total output and a lighter build; Xiaomi Mi Smart Speaker offers Google Assistant.
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