SoundPEATS H3
Soundcore P20i
What Buyers Say
SoundPEATS H3
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
Soundcore P20i
No customer feedback yet
Scores
Specifications
| SoundPEATS H3 | Soundcore P20i | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Weight | 0.05 kg | 0.04 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | hybrid | — |
| Driver Size | 12 mm★ | 10 mm |
| Drivers | 3 | 10★ |
| Freq Min | — | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 20 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 28 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | LDAC, aptX Lossless | Lightweight, Water Resistant |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | — |
| ANC Type | adaptive hybrid | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | 5.3 |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 7 hrs | 10 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 10 minutes for 2 hours of playtime | 10-minute charge gives 2 hours of playtime |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 37 hrs★ | 30 hrs |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6★ | 2 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Features | ||
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | PeatsAudio App | soundcore app |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | — |
| Water Resistance | IPX5 | Water-Resistant |
Pros & Cons
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
Soundcore P20i
- Strong sound (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong mic (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong connectivity (79th percentile)
- Strong battery (79th percentile)
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
Pricing
Soundcore P20i offers 1.7x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 85 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 8 of 27 specs.