Microsoft Surface Earbuds vs. Xiaomi Buds 3

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Microsoft Surface Earbuds and Xiaomi Buds 3. 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

Microsoft Surface Earbuds vs. Xiaomi Buds 3 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Microsoft Surface Earbuds Xiaomi Buds 3
Product Type True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Dimensions & Weight Details Charging case: 7.5 cm x 3.32 cm x 2.5 cm / 40 g
Earbud: 2.5 cm x 2.5 cm x 1.99 cm / 7.2 g
Earphone: 4.6 g
Charging case with earphones: 52 g
Colour Glacier Carbon black
Protection Waterproof, IPX4 Dust-resistant, sweat-resistant
Recommended Use - Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 10 m
SOUND QUALITY Microsoft Surface Earbuds Xiaomi Buds 3
Headphones Form Factor Ear-bud In-ear
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 5.2 Xiaomi Buds 3 have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Microsoft Surface Earbuds.
Bluetooth Audio Codec SBC, aptX -
Active Noise Cancelling - Yes Xiaomi Buds 3 are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Sound Output Mode Stereo -
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz -
Diaphragm 13.6 mm -
MICROPHONE Microsoft Surface Earbuds Xiaomi Buds 3
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Microphones Included 2 3 Xiaomi Buds 3 have a built-in microphone.
REMOTE CONTROL Microsoft Surface Earbuds Xiaomi Buds 3
Controls Volume, answer/end, next/previous track -
CABLE Microsoft Surface Earbuds Xiaomi Buds 3
Cable Type - USB-C charge cable - detachable
BATTERY AND CHARGING Microsoft Surface Earbuds Xiaomi Buds 3
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Headphone battery rechargeable - wireless charging
Battery Capacity - 38 mAh
Battery Life 7 hour(s) 7 hour(s) Both headphones last the same amount of time on a single charge.
Battery Life Details Continuous playback: up to 7 hours
Continuous playback (with included charging case): up to 24 hours
Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling off): up to 7 hours
Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling off) (with included charging case): up to 35 hours
Wireless Charging Standards - Qi
CONNECTIONS Microsoft Surface Earbuds Xiaomi Buds 3
Connector Type - USB (power only) (USB Type-C)
OTHERS Microsoft Surface Earbuds Xiaomi Buds 3
Included Accessories Charging case, 3 pairs of silicone ear tips (small, medium, large), USB-C to USB-A cable 3 pairs of silicone ear tips (small, medium, large), charging case (480 mAh)
Compatibility iPhone, iPad, iPod, Android phone, Windows -
Compliant Standards - IP55
Service & Support Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 2 years
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