Earbuds / Compare
Nothing Ear (3) vs soundcore P31i
Product A: Nothing
95 of 166 known
Change Nothing Ear (3)
Product B: soundcore
78 of 166 known
Change soundcore P31i
70 of 157 fields differ
- 38 different values
- 32 known for one only
- 26 the same
- 61 missing for both
Biggest differences
Each bar uses the scale of all 138 earbuds.
- Quick chargeA: 1hB: 3.5hsoundcore is 3.5 times higher.
- Total with case and ANC (claimed)A: 22hB: 40hsoundcore is 18 h higher.
- Playback per charge with ANC (claimed)A: 5.5hB: 8hsoundcore is 2.5 h higher.
- With caseA: 38hB: 50hsoundcore is 12 h higher.
All 166 fields
Every value links to where we found it.


General
6 of 8 differ
Series
Not available
Model numbers
B173, B173R, B173L, B173C3Reviewsoundguys.com/nothing-ear-3-review-144486Read 30 September 2026Model number B17310Owner's manuald.otto.de/files/a43ba334-6eca-54b3-8512-5edd62424088.pdfRead 30 September 2026Front cover B173. Regulatory section HVIN B173R/B173L/B173C for earbuds and case.
D1202, D1202Z11, D1202Z21, D1202Z31, D1202Z512Maker product pagesoundcoreusa.myshopify.com/products/d1202-p31i-wirless-earbuds-with-anc.jsRead 8 October 2026Official US soundcore store product data lists the colour SKUs Z11, Z21, Z31 and Z51 (D1202Z11 and so on). Selected reference is Black Z11. Non-US D1202311 is excluded.
GTIN / EAN
6974434226791, 697443422678412Retailer paged.otto.de/files/55d6413c-1574-5555-87e8-974bc4bfc77f.pdfRead 30 September 2026One-page exact Ear3 branded factsheet, EAN-Codes box: 6974434226784 black and 6974434226791 white. Identifier labels establish EAN, independent of store sku/checksum.13Retailer pageboulanger.scene7.com/is/content/Boulanger/6974434226784_f_0Read 30 September 2026CODES EAN box explicitly identifies white 6974434226791 and black6974434226784.
Announced
Not available
Status
Predecessor
Nothing Ear4Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/nothing/ear-3-in-earRead 30 September 2026RTINGS says the Nothing Ear (3) replaces the Nothing Ear.14Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/nothing/ear-truly-wirelessRead 23 October 2026RTINGS calls the Nothing Ear (3) the successor to the Nothing Ear.
Not available
Successor
Not available
Not available
Launch price (US)
Launch price (EU)
Not available
Markets
Colours
Segment
Not available
Not available
Design
0 of 4 differ
Form factor
Bud shape
Use one bud alone
Either bud3Reviewsoundguys.com/nothing-ear-3-review-144486Read 30 September 2026Each earbud can function independently8Owner's manualsupport.nothing.tech/hc/en-us/sections/38937892085265-Product-FeatureRead 30 September 2026Can I use just one earbud FAQ: either can be used alone after the pair has been paired together.
RGB lighting
Not available
Not available
Drivers and sound
10 of 17 differ
Drivers per bud
ANothing Ear (3)
| Type | Diameter (mm) | Count per earbud |
|---|---|---|
| Dynamic | 12 | 1 |
Bsoundcore P31i
| Type | Diameter (mm) |
|---|---|
| Dynamic | 11 |
Source3Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000029164/en_US/000029164.pdfRead 8 October 2026PDF page 10 states 11 mm driver unit. Transducer count is not inferred from the size row.9Reviewrecordingnow.com/blog/soundcore-p31i-reviewRead 8 October 2026Sound Quality section states 11 mm dynamic drivers. The maker guide supplies size. Per-bud transducer count is not explicitly stated and stays unknown.
Driver type
Driver size
12mm
11mm
Drivers per bud
1
Not available
Diaphragm material
Frequency response
Impedance
Sensitivity
Not available
Not available
Sensitivity reference
Not available
Not available
Max sample rate
Not available
Max bit depth
24bits1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/ear-3Read 30 September 202624-Bit Hi-Res LDAC Audio
Not available
Adaptive EQ
Not available
Not available
Personalised sound
Onboard EQ
Not available
Not available
Custom EQ bands
81Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/ear-3Read 30 September 20268Owner's manualsupport.nothing.tech/hc/en-us/sections/38937892085265-Product-FeatureRead 30 September 2026Personal Sound Profile FAQ explicitly states an 8-band equalizer.
Not available
EQ presets
Balanced, Bass, Treble, Voice8Owner's manualsupport.nothing.tech/hc/en-us/sections/38937892085265-Product-FeatureRead 30 September 2026Equaliser settings FAQ: Balanced, Bass, Treble and Voice.
soundcore Signature, Acoustic, Bass Booster, Bass Reducer, Classical6Reviewscarbir.com/tws/soundcore-p31i-reviewRead 8 October 2026Actual exact-review Sound Effects screenshot read at full size: soundcore Signature, Acoustic, Bass Booster, Bass Reducer, Classical. More is navigation, not a preset. Custom EQ bands are not shown and remain unknown. Source screenshot: https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5beb251ab40b9dd2724c2f46/6588a8d7-d293-4581-a82a-d85d43d8c886/Soundcore%2BP31i%2Bsound%2Beffects%2Bapp.PNG7Maker product pageankerjapan.com/blogs/faq/soundcore-p31iRead 8 October 2026Exact P31i FAQ names Bass Booster and Bass Reducer. Other unnamed preset names not borrowed from P30i.
Volume limit
Not available
Not available
Spatial audio
2 of 2 differ
Spatial audio
Noise cancelling
4 of 11 differ
Active noise cancelling
ANC type
Not available
Not available
ANC microphones in both earbuds
Not available
Not available
Adaptive ANC
ANC levels
ANC attenuation (claimed)
Transparency mode
Adjustable transparency
Not available
Automatic ANC and transparency blend
Not available
Not available
Conversation detection
Not available
Not available
Measured
6 of 23 differ
Frequency response notes (measured)
Boosted bass, V-shaped4Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/nothing/ear-3-in-earRead 30 September 2026RTINGS: Boosted Bass signature, somewhat V-shaped
Warm tuning, emphasized bass and slightly underemphasized treble.8Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/anker/soundcore-p31iRead 8 October 2026Public sound-profile teaser: Warm. Test bench 2.3. Full curve, EQ/ANC/codec and test settings are member-only and not accessed.
Bass amount (measured)
Treble amount (measured)
Deviation from target (measured)
Not available
Not available
Consistency between fittings (measured)
Not available
Not available
Harmonic distortion (measured)
Not available
Not available
Sound leakage (measured)
Not available
Not available
Noise isolation (measured)
Not available
Not available
Noise isolation, best (measured)
Not available
Not available
Passive isolation (measured)
Not available
Not available
Call quality notes (measured)
Speech is intelligible but slightly congested. The earbud microphones reject a broad range of background noise. The case Super Mic captures higher-fidelity audio when held near the mouth.4Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/nothing/ear-3-in-earRead 30 September 2026Public Microphone verdict paragraph distinguishes earbud mic results from case Super Mic, method 2.3. Detailed test settings are locked.
Speech is clear in quiet conditions. Background noise can make the voice dip, with larger dips in wind.6Reviewscarbir.com/tws/soundcore-p31i-reviewRead 8 October 2026Own phone/video call observations with quiet, incidental noise and wind. Exact source host, codec, firmware and test level not stated. No numerical SNR or latency inferred. Reviewer battery approximate observations lack documented full-discharge method, omitted.
Mic low-frequency extension (measured)
Not available
Not available
Mic high-frequency extension (measured)
Not available
Not available
Mic speech-to-noise ratio (measured)
Not available
Not available
Latency (measured)
Not available
Not available
Bluetooth latency, worst (measured)
Not available
Not available
2.4 GHz latency, worst (measured)
Not available
Not available
Latency in game mode (measured)
Not available
Not available
Battery life (measured)
ANothing Ear (3)
| ANC | Hours (h) |
|---|---|
| Yes | 5.2 |
| Yes | 5.3 |
Source3Reviewsoundguys.com/nothing-ear-3-review-144486Read 30 September 2026Battery paragraph: 5 h 12 min with ANC on, one charge. Source does not state codec.4Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/nothing/ear-3-in-earRead 30 September 2026Public Travel verdict explicitly says 5.3 h with ANC enabled. 5.2 h is the separate SoundGuys result.
Longest tested use per charge
5.3h
7.3h
Battery life with case (measured)
Not available
Not available
Full charge time (measured)
Not available
Not available
Weight per bud (measured)
Not available
Not available
Microphones and calls
1 of 7 differ
Voice microphones in both earbuds
All microphones in both earbuds
Bone conduction voice sensor
Not available
Mic noise reduction
Call audio bandwidth
Not available
Not available
Mic mute control
Not available
Not available
Sidetone
Not available
Not available
Connectivity
5 of 18 differ
Chip
Not available
Not available
Connections
Bluetooth
Bluetooth codecs
Bluetooth profiles
Not available
Not available
LE Audio
Not available
Auracast
Not available
Not available
Multipoint
Multipoint devices
Paired devices remembered
Not available
Automatic switching between own devices
Not available
Not available
Fast pairing
Google Fast Pair, Microsoft Swift Pair1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/ear-3Read 30 September 2026Feature and spec table: Google Fast Pair and Microsoft Swift Pair.
Audio sharing
Not available
Not available
Wireless range (claimed)
Wireless receiver
Not available
Not available
Receiver connector
Not available
Not available
Simultaneous 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth audio
Not available
Not available
Latency
3 of 3 differ
Low latency mode
Not available
Claimed latency
ANothing Ear (3)
| Connection | Mode | Latency (ms) |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | Game Mode with a Nothing phone | 110 |
Bsoundcore P31i
Not availableLowest claimed latency
110ms
Not available
Compatibility
3 of 4 differ
Platforms
Connection per platform
ANothing Ear (3)
Not availableBsoundcore P31i
| Platform | Connection | Microphone works |
|---|---|---|
| Windows | Bluetooth | Yes |
| macOS | Bluetooth | Yes |
| Android | Bluetooth | Not available |
| iOS | Bluetooth | Not available |
Features that need a specific device
ANothing Ear (3)
| Feature | Needs |
|---|---|
| Latency as low as 110 ms | Paired with Nothing phone devices, with Game Mode turned on |
| Essential Space | Select Nothing devices with the Essential Key |
| Talk to ChatGPT | Pair with a compatible Nothing phone and configure the control in the Nothing X app. |
| Find My and device renaming | Android 10 onwards |
| Super Mic with Dual Connection | Only one microphone system can be active at a time. Dual Connection can slow Super Mic activation. Super Mic is prioritized with Dual Connection off. |
| LDAC high-resolution playback | Connected source must support LDAC. AAC and SBC are the other supported Bluetooth codecs. |
Bsoundcore P31i
| Feature | Needs |
|---|---|
| Regional naming | P31i and R60i NC are regional names of D1202 in the maker guide. Reference is US Midnight Black D1202Z11. Japanese codec/app statements are not transferred. |
| LDAC | Android 8.0+ and compatible LDAC host. Select Preferred audio quality in the soundcore app. LDAC is unavailable on iOS and disables Spatial Audio according to current maker FAQ. |
| Dual Connections with LDAC | Supported by current exact maker FAQ. Earlier review reports the features as mutually exclusive. Firmware minimum is not documented. |
| AI assistant and translation | Latest soundcore app connected to earbuds. Allow Android background app operation. Disable Dual Connections for real-time translation as instructed by current guide. |
| Google Fast Pair | Android 6.0+ with Google Fast Pair support. |
| Single-earbud listening | Place other earbud in charging case and close lid. Mono control diagram uses Normal or Transparency mode, not ANC. |
| Computer calls | Windows conferencing software uses P31i hands-free microphone and speaker. Mac selects P31i input/output. Music-only stereo output does not establish call microphone routing. |
Official licence
Not available
Not available
Battery and charging
9 of 13 differ
Battery per bud
User-replaceable earbud battery
Not available
Not available
Claimed battery life
ANothing Ear (3)
| Mode | Codec | Includes case recharges | Hours (h) |
|---|---|---|---|
| ANC off | AAC | No | 10 |
| ANC on | AAC | No | 5.5 |
| ANC off | AAC | Yes | 38 |
| ANC on | AAC | Yes | 22 |
| ANC off | LDAC | No | 5.5 |
| ANC on | LDAC | No | 3.5 |
| Call | Not available | No | 5 |
| Call | Not available | Yes | 19 |
Bsoundcore P31i
| Mode | Codec | Includes case recharges | Hours (h) |
|---|---|---|---|
| ANC off | Not available | No | 10 |
| ANC off | Not available | Yes | 50 |
| ANC on | Not available | No | 8 |
| ANC on | Not available | Yes | 40 |
| ANC on | LDAC | No | 6 |
| ANC on | LDAC | Yes | 30 |
Source3Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000029164/en_US/000029164.pdfRead 8 October 2026PDF page 10: ANC off 10 h/50 h case-inclusive, ANC on 8 h/40 h. Codec not stated. LDAC-specific rows are from separate exact maker usage-tips PDF. Conflicting call figures are not stored.5Maker spec sheet (PDF)m.media-amazon.com/images/I/A1h7EiakJTL.pdfRead 8 October 2026Original three-page soundcore usage-tips document, exact P31i. Page 3 separately states ANC+LDAC 6 h earbuds/30 h case-inclusive. Standard ANC 8 h/40 h and normal 10 h/50 h agree with current manual. Call 5 h/25 h conflicts with English FAQ 5.3 h and Japanese FAQ 5 h/26 h, so all call rows omitted. Codec/volume for standard rows not specified.
Longest claimed use per charge
10h
10h
Playback per charge with ANC (claimed)
5.5h
8h
Playback per charge without ANC (claimed)
10h
10h
Total with case (claimed)
38h
50h
Total with case and ANC (claimed)
22h
40h
Talk time (claimed)
5h
Not available
Full charge time, buds
Not available
Charging guidance
Not available
Not available
Quick charge time
Earbud playback after quick charge
Charging case
4 of 10 differ
Case battery
User-replaceable case battery
Not available
Not available
Case charging port
Case full charge time
Not available
Wireless charging
Wireless standards
Not available
Not available
Wireless charging power
2.5W3Reviewsoundguys.com/nothing-ear-3-review-144486Read 30 September 2026Case supports wireless charging at up to 2.5 W13Retailer pageboulanger.scene7.com/is/content/Boulanger/6974434226784_f_0Read 30 September 2026Autonomie/charging cell: wireless charging up to 2.5 W.
Not available
Speaker in case
Not available
Not available
Screen on case
Not available
Not available
Case works as audio transmitter
Not available
Not available
Controls
4 of 5 differ
Controls
Earbud volume control
Gestures
Pinch, Double Pinch, Triple Pinch, Hold, Pinch and Hold1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/ear-3Read 30 September 2026Controls table lists pinch, double pinch, triple pinch, hold and pinch and hold.
Single tap (customizable), Double tap, Triple tap, Touch and hold6Reviewscarbir.com/tws/soundcore-p31i-reviewRead 8 October 2026Reviewer lists single/double/triple tap and long press as customizable touch actions. Current original guide shows default double-tap and hold controls.
Remappable controls
Sensors and health
2 of 9 differ
In-ear detection
Not available
Sensors
Not available
Not available
Heart rate sensor
Not available
Not available
Skin temperature sensing
Not available
Not available
Hearing aid feature
Not available
Not available
Medical clearances
Not available
Not available
Hearing protection
Not available
Not available
Health features
Not available
Not available
Fit and durability
4 of 7 differ
Ear tips included
Ear tip materials
Silicone1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/ear-3Read 30 September 20268Owner's manualsupport.nothing.tech/hc/en-us/sections/38937892085265-Product-FeatureRead 30 September 2026What is Ear3 made of FAQ: ear tips are silicone.
Not available
Stabilisers
Not available
Ear tip fit test
Dust and water rating, buds
Dust and water rating, case
Not available
Water resistance depth
Not available
Not available
Software
2 of 6 differ
Companion app
App platforms
User firmware updates
Finding network
Not available
Not available
Precision finding
Not available
Not available
Dimensions and weight
3 of 4 differ
Weight per bud
Not available
Bud dimensions
Width21.5Height30.5Depth20.75mm(0.8 × 1.2 × 0.8 in)1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/ear-3Read 30 September 2026Buds dimensions: width 21.5 mm, height 30.5 mm, depth 20.75 mm
Not available
Case weight
Not available
Not available
Case dimensions
Width55.5Height55.5Depth22.25mm(2.2 × 2.2 × 0.9 in)1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/ear-3Read 30 September 2026Case dimensions: width 55.5 mm, height 55.5 mm, depth 22.25 mm. Buds and case weigh 71.4 g together, so case_weight_g is left out
Not available
Certifications
0 of 3 differ
Hi-Res Audio
Communication certifications
Not available
Not available
FCC IDs
2AZEQ-B173R, 2AZEQ-B173L, 2AZEQ-B173C10Owner's manuald.otto.de/files/a43ba334-6eca-54b3-8512-5edd62424088.pdfRead 30 September 2026Regulatory section prints right/left/case FCC IDs.
Other certifications
Not available
Not available
In the box
2 of 2 differ
In the box
Earbuds x 2, Charging case x 1, Ear tips x 3 pairs, User guide, Safety and warranty information, USB-C to USB-C cable x 11Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/ear-3Read 30 September 2026Page lists these in capitals
Earbuds, Charging case, Ear tips in XS, S, M and L (M installed), USB-C charging cable3Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000029164/en_US/000029164.pdfRead 8 October 2026Original guide wearing/pairing/charging sections show supplied case, four tip sizes and provided USB-C charging cable. No power adapter included claim inferred. Guide is linked separately.
Cables included
ANothing Ear (3)
| Type | Count |
|---|---|
| USB-C to USB-C | 1 |
Links
Not compared
Product page
Spec sheet
Manual
d.otto.de/files/a43ba334-6eca-54b3-8512-5edd62424088.pdf10Owner's manuald.otto.de/files/a43ba334-6eca-54b3-8512-5edd62424088.pdfRead 30 September 2026Nothing Ear (3) Quick Start Guide and safety/warranty booklet, model B173, manufacturer-authored document hosted by Otto. Official full-guide link was unavailable.
salesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000029164/en_US/000029164.pdf3Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000029164/en_US/000029164.pdfRead 8 October 2026Original maker English D1202 User Guide, 11 pages. Exact P31i/R60i NC regional name bridge appears in pairing section. Current features depend on latest app and firmware where described.
EPREL registration number
Not available
Not available
Warranty
None of 1 known
Manufacturer warranty (source market)
Not available
Not available
Both are also in the API. Back to all earbuds.



















