KZ AS16 Pro 16
KZ
39 Overall Score
vs
SoundPEATS H3
SoundPEATS
85 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
KZ AS16 Pro 16
No customer feedback yet
SoundPEATS H3
88 out of 100 low confidence 8 reviews
The Soundpeats H3 earbuds are widely praised for delivering exceptional sound quality that rivals far more expensive models, with tight bass, clear mids, and sparkling highs. Users highlight the secure IEM-style fit, effective active noise cancellation, and reliable connectivity, though some note the EQ in the companion app could be more impactful. Battery life varies with codec and ANC usage, and the charging case is a bit bulky, but overall these are seen as an outstanding value for audiophiles on a budget.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality for the price
- Secure and comfortable IEM-style fit
- Effective active noise cancellation
- Reliable Bluetooth connectivity
- Good codec support (LDAC, AptX Adaptive)
Cons
- EQ in app could be more impactful
- Battery life varies with codec/ANC
- Charging case is somewhat bulky
- No auto-pause when removing earbuds
- Slightly metallic treble on some tracks
Sound quality 8
Value for money 7
Noise cancellation 6
Fit and comfort 6
App and eq 5
Battery life 4
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Specifications
| KZ AS16 Pro 16 | SoundPEATS H3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Weight | — | 0.05 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | balanced armature | hybrid |
| Driver Size | — | 12 mm★ |
| Drivers | 8★ | 3 |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 23.5 Ω | 28 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 111 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | Linsoul KZ AS16 Pro Wired Earbuds, 16BA Balanced Armature Drivers Earphones HiFi Bass in Ear Monitor Earphones with Detachable 0.75mm 2 pin Cable (Cyan, Without Mic) | LDAC, aptX Lossless |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✗ | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | adaptive hybrid |
| Transparency | — | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.4★ |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 7 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 10 minutes for 2 hours of playtime |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | — | 37 hrs★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Mic Count | — | 6★ |
| NC Mic | — | ✓★ |
| Features | ||
| Touch Controls | — | ✓★ |
| App | — | PeatsAudio App |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | — | IPX5 |
Pros & Cons
KZ AS16 Pro 16
- Strong sound (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong social proof (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Below average mic (12th percentile)12th %ile
- Below average comfort (28th percentile)
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
SoundPEATS H3
- Strong sound (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong social proof (96th percentile)96th %ile
Pricing
Verdict
Winner: SoundPEATS H3
Scores 85 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 12 of 28 specs.
