Jaybird X3 vs. Anker SoundBuds Slim+

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Jaybird X3 and Anker SoundBuds Slim+. Compare design, audio features, functions and other important specifications to easily choose the right headphones for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the headphones that will best fit your needs.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Jaybird X3 vs. Anker SoundBuds Slim+ Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Jaybird X3 Anker SoundBuds Slim+
Product Type Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Length 49 cm -
Weight 13.8 g 16 g Jaybird X3 are lighter than Jaybird X3 headphones.
Dimensions & Weight Details Control unit: 1.2 cm x 0.6 cm x 4.25 cm -
Colour Alpha | Black | Road rash | Sparta Black
Protection Dust-resistant, sweat-resistant IPX5, water-resistant
Design Sports -
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 10 m
SOUND QUALITY Jaybird X3 Anker SoundBuds Slim+
Headphones Form Factor In-ear In-ear
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 4.1 Both headphones have the same Bluetooth version.
Bluetooth Profiles Serial Port Profile (SPP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP), Low Complexity Subband Coding (SBC) -
Bluetooth Audio Codec - aptX
Noise Isolating Yes - Jaybird X3 are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Both headphones offer the same frequency response.
Max Input Power 12 mW -
Sensitivity 103 dB -
Impedance 16 Ohm 16 Ohm
Diaphragm 5.8 mm 6 mm Anker SoundBuds Slim+ have a thicker diaphragm than Jaybird X3.
Features - Bluetooth aptX technology
In-Cord Volume Control Yes Yes
MICROPHONE Jaybird X3 Anker SoundBuds Slim+
Type On-cable On-cable
Microphone Operation Mode Omni-directional -
Audio Input Details Omni-directional -
Sensitivity -38 dB -
REMOTE CONTROL Jaybird X3 Anker SoundBuds Slim+
Controls Power on/off, volume control Power on/off, volume control, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, 3-button remote
CABLE Jaybird X3 Anker SoundBuds Slim+
Cable Type USB charge cable USB charge cable - detachable
FEATURES Jaybird X3 Anker SoundBuds Slim+
Intelligent Assistant - Siri
BATTERY AND CHARGING Jaybird X3 Anker SoundBuds Slim+
Battery Type Rechargeable Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life 8 hour(s) 7 hours Jaybird X3 lasts longer on a single charge than the Anker SoundBuds Slim+.
Standby Time 200 hours -
Charging Time 2.5 hour(s) 1.5 hours Anker SoundBuds Slim+ recharge faster than Jaybird X3.
WIRELESS LINK Jaybird X3 Anker SoundBuds Slim+
Radio Frequency Range 2.4GHz -
OTHERS Jaybird X3 Anker SoundBuds Slim+
Included Accessories Carrying pouch, 3 ear tips, clothing clip, 3 pairs of EarFins, charging clip, 3 sizes Comply isolation tips, cord management clips 4 pairs of ear tips, 2 pairs of earhooks
Compatibility iPhone, iPad, iPod, Android phone, BlackBerry, Windows phone -
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 18 months
Technical support - lifetime
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