Side by side comparison and review of Soundcore Life Note 3i and Sony WF-1000XM5. Compare design, sound quality and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect headphones. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the headphones that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Soundcore Life Note 3i | Sony WF-1000XM5 |
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Product Type | True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless | True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless | |
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Dimensions & Weight Details | Charging case: 2.9 cm x 6.26 cm x 4.9 cm / 40.9 g Earbud: 1.9 cm x 1.5 cm x 3.1 cm / 4.9 g Charging case with earphones: 50.8 g |
Charging case: 6.46 cm x 2.65 cm x 4 cm / 39 g Earphone: 5.9 g |
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Colour | Black | Black | Silver | |
Protection | Splashproof, sweat-resistant, rainproof, IPX5 | Water-resistant | |
Recommended Use | Portable electronics | Portable electronics | |
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) | 10 m | 10 m | The maximum operating distance of both headphones is the same. |
High-Resolution Audio | - | Yes |
SOUND QUALITY | Soundcore Life Note 3i | Sony WF-1000XM5 |
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Headphones Form Factor | In-ear | In-ear | |
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Headphones Technology | - | Dynamic | |
Bone Conduction Technology | - | Yes | |
Connectivity Technology | Wireless | Wireless | |
Wireless Technology | Bluetooth | Bluetooth | |
Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.2 | Bluetooth 5.3 | Sony WF-1000XM5 have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Soundcore Life Note 3i. |
Bluetooth Profiles | Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) | Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP), Telephony and Media Audio Profile (TMAP) | |
Bluetooth Audio Codec | SBC, AAC | SBC, AAC, LDAC, LC3 | |
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | Yes | Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation. |
Active Noise Cancelling Technology | Hybrid ANC | Multi Noise Sensor technology | |
Sound Output Mode | Stereo | - | |
Sound Effects | - | Digital Sound Enhancement Engine Extreme (DSEE Extreme), Ambient Sound Mode, 360 Reality Audio | |
Frequency Response | 20 - 20000 Hz | 20 - 40000 Hz | Sony WF-1000XM5 offer a larger frequency range than Soundcore Life Note 3i. |
Impedance | 16 Ohm | - | |
Diaphragm | 10 mm | 8.4 mm | Soundcore Life Note 3i have a thicker diaphragm than Sony WF-1000XM5. |
Features | - | Precise Voice Pickup Technology, Google Fast Pair, Quick Attention function |
MICROPHONE | Soundcore Life Note 3i | Sony WF-1000XM5 |
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Form Factor | Built-in | Built-in | |
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Noise Cancelling | Yes | - | Soundcore Life Note 3i microphone can cancel out ambient noise. |
Microphones Included | 4 | - |
CABLE | Soundcore Life Note 3i | Sony WF-1000XM5 |
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Cable Type | USB-C charge cable - detachable | USB-C charge cable - detachable - 20 cm |
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FEATURES | Soundcore Life Note 3i | Sony WF-1000XM5 |
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Features | Transparent Hearing mode | - | |
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Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible | - | Yes | |
Voice Control | - | Indirect | |
Intelligent Assistant | - | Google Assistant, Alexa | |
Sensors | - | Head tracking sensor, bone sensor |
BATTERY AND CHARGING | Soundcore Life Note 3i | Sony WF-1000XM5 |
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Battery Type | Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer | Headphone battery rechargeable - wireless charging | |
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Battery Life | 9 hour(s) | 12 hour(s) | Sony WF-1000XM5 lasts longer on a single charge than the Soundcore Life Note 3i. |
Battery Life Details | Continuous playback: up to 9 hours Continuous playback (with included charging case): up to 36 hours Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON): up to 6 hours Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / with included charging case): up to 20 hours |
Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF): up to 12 hours Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON): up to 8 hours Continuous talk (noise cancelling OFF): up to 7 hours Continuous talk (noise cancelling ON): up to 6 hours |
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Wireless Charging Standards | - | Qi | |
Charging Time | 1.5 hour(s) | - |
CONNECTIONS | Soundcore Life Note 3i | Sony WF-1000XM5 |
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Connector Type | - | Bluetooth |
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OTHERS | Soundcore Life Note 3i | Sony WF-1000XM5 |
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Included Accessories | 3 pairs of ear tips (small, medium, large), charging case, USB-C charging cable | Charging case, 3 sizes of noise isolation earbud tips | |
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Compliant Standards | IPX5 | IPX4 | |
Service & Support | Limited warranty - 18 months | - |