The new Soundcore C30i by Anker open-ear earbuds, perfect for active lifestyles and on-the-go listening. With a lightweight design weighing just 1.76 ounces, these clip-on earbuds feature powerful 12mm x 17mm racetrack drivers with a titanium-coated diaphragm, delivering clear, rich sound. Enjoy up to 30 hours of playtime with the charging case, and quick USB-C charging keeps you powered up in no time. Built with water resistance (IPX4), they’re great for workouts or rainy days. Easy-to-use touch controls and universal phone compatibility make managing your music simple. Plus, enjoy bonus perks like a 3-month game pass and pre-installed software, making your experience even more enjoyable! Discover the new Baseus Eli Sport 2 Open Ear Headphones, launching August 27, 2025. These lightweight, 7.5g earbuds feature ultra-soft silicone hooks for a secure fit during your toughest workouts. Enjoy up to 45 hours of total playback with the charging case, plus rapid 10-minute charging gives you 2 hours of listening. With Bluetooth 6.0 and smart dual-connect, you can effortlessly pair with two devices at once—answer calls and switch seamlessly. Experience robust, balanced sound with SuperBass 2.0 and deep punchy bass, all without noise cancellation. Bonus perks include a 3-month game pass, pre-installed fitness apps, and a special discount for early buyers. Stay unstoppable with Baseus! In this comparison, we look at specs, features, and price to help you compare which is better. Let’s see key highlights below.
| Key Feature | Soundcore C30i | Baseus Eli Sport 2 |
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| Battery Life | Up to 30 hours total playback with charging case | 45 hours total playback (8 hours per charge + 37 hours with case) |
| Water Rating | IPX4 Water Resistant | IP57 Sweatproof and Waterproof (protected against dust ingress and immersion in water up to 1 meter for 30 minutes) |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.2 | 6.0 |
| Latency | - | - |
| Noise Cancellation | None | None |
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| Overview | ||
| Bluetooth Version | ||
| Bluetooth 5.2 | 6.0 | - |
| ANC Specs | ||
| None | None | - |
| Gaming Mode | ||
| Not supported | Not specified, but Bluetooth 6.0 provides ultra-fast, low-latency connections | - |
| Battery Life | ||
| Up to 30 hours total playback with charging case | 45 hours total playback (8 hours per charge + 37 hours with case) | - |
| Other Connectivity Details | ||
| Wireless Bluetooth connection, 2402-2480 MHz frequency range | Smart Dual-Connect allows simultaneous pairing with two devices (e.g., phone and laptop) and seamless switching between calls and media without manual reconnection. | - |
| Fast Charging | ||
| Supports 100W charging; 30 minutes to 50% | Supports 10-minute charge for 2 hours of playback (Baseus Rapid Charge) | - |
| Water Rating | ||
| IPX4 Water Resistant | IP57 Sweatproof and Waterproof (protected against dust ingress and immersion in water up to 1 meter for 30 minutes) | - |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | ||
| 12mm × 17mm racetrack dynamic drivers with titanium-coated diaphragm | 17x12mm titanium-coated dynamic driver with ultra-thin PU diaphragm | - |
| Audio Codec | ||
| SBC, AAC, aptX Adaptive, LDAC | LDAC, SBC, AAC | - |
| Signature Sound | ||
| Expansive, clear audio with balanced bass and treble | SuperBass 2.0 dynamic tuning with deep, punchy bass and zero distortion; Hi-Res Audio Wireless Certified | - |
| Noise Cancellation | ||
| None | None | - |
| Other Audio Features | ||
| Big drivers for enhanced sound clarity, titanium-coated diaphragm for durability and improved sound quality | Deep, distortion-free sound; immersive audio experience; anti-leak micro-in-ear design channels sound directly into ear canal; Spatial Acoustics via app; Impedance: 16 Ohm | - |
| Battery | ||
| Total Playback with Charging Case | ||
| Up to 30 hours | 45 hours | - |
| Single Earbud Playback | ||
| Up to 8 hours per charge (approximate, varies with usage) | 8 hours per charge | - |
| Charging Time (Earbuds) | ||
| Approximately 1.5 hours for full charge | Approximately 1.5 hours | - |
| Charging Time (Case) | ||
| Approximately 2 hours for full charge | Approximately 1.5 hours | - |
| Battery Capacity Details | ||
| 3 Lithium Polymer batteries (each approximately 55mAh), total capacity around 165mAh | Earbuds: not specified; Charging case: not specified | - |
| Connectivity | ||
| Multi-Point Connectivity | ||
| Supported, allows connection to two devices simultaneously | Yes, dual device pairing | - |
| Fast Pair | ||
| Supported via Google Fast Pair | Yes | - |
| Compatible Devices | ||
| Cellphones, Desktops, Laptops, Tablets | Cellphones, iOS, Android, Windows, Mac OS, Switch, Laptops, Tablets | - |
| NFC Pairing | ||
| Supported for quick pairing | Not specified | - |
| Charging | ||
| Charging Type | ||
| USB Type-C | USB-C | - |
| Battery Indicator | ||
| LED indicators on case and earbuds for charging status | LED indicators on earbuds and case | - |
| Quick Charging | ||
| Supports 100W fast charging; 30 minutes provides approximately 50% charge | Yes, 10-minute charge provides approximately 2 hours of playback | - |
| Wireless Charging | ||
| Not supported | Not supported | - |
| Calling | ||
| Mics(Microphones) | ||
| Built-in microphone array with noise reduction | 4-Mic AI ENC system with dual talk mics and dual ENC noise-filtering microphones | - |
| Other Calling Features | ||
| Universal phone control, echo cancellation, high-quality voice pickup | Clear voice capture with background noise reduction; effective call clarity when cycling at speeds up to 21.6 km/h | - |
| Special Features | ||
| Touch Controls | ||
| Yes, touch-sensitive controls for playback, calls, and volume | Anti-Mistouch tactile physical buttons for music and call control | - |
| In-Ear Detection | ||
| Not supported | Not specified | - |
| Voice Assistant | ||
| Supports voice assistants via touch controls | Not specified | - |
| Case Design | ||
| Open-ear clip-on with attachable ear grips for stability | Compact, lightweight with IP57 waterproof rating | - |
| Ear Hook Design | ||
| Attachable ear grips for enhanced stability during movement | Innovative ρ-shaped bionic design with ultra-soft, resilient 3mm ultra-fine silicone ear hooks and adjustable 0.6mm memory steel wire for a ZeroSense Snug, Secure Fit. | - |
| Build & Design | ||
| Form Factor | ||
| Open Ear, clip-on style | Open Ear, Over the Ear | - |
| Headphone Type | ||
| Earbuds | Sport wireless open-ear earbuds | - |
| Color Options | ||
| Multiple (specific colors not listed, typically black, white, etc.) | White, Black, Natural Green, Matte Black | - |
| Material | ||
| Plastic with silicone ear grips | Ultra-thin PU material, titanium-coated diaphragm, silicone, 0.6mm memory steel wire | - |
| Weight | ||
| 1.76 ounces (approximately 50 grams) | 7.5 grams per earbud | - |
| Noise Cancellation | ||
| Active Noise Cancellation(ANC) | ||
| None | None | - |
| Noise Cancellation Modes | ||
| N/A | None | - |
| Transparency Mode | ||
| N/A | Not applicable (inherent to open-ear design) | - |
| More Features | ||
| Other Features | ||
| Lightweight, Microphone Included, Universal Phone Control, Volume Control, Water Resistant | Robust, balanced sound; directional sound; 'Hear the World' feature; ergonomic hook-on design for stability; compatible with glasses and earrings. | - |
| App Support | ||
| Supported via Soundcore app for firmware updates and customization | Yes, via Baseus App for EQ modes, Bass Boost, Spatial Acoustics, 'Find Your Earbuds' feature, and control customization. | - |
| Voice Prompts | ||
| Yes, for pairing and battery status | Not specified | - |
| Frequency | ||
| 2402-2480 MHz | Not specified | - |
| Transmission Range | ||
| Up to 10 meters (33 feet) | Approx. 10 meters (33 feet) | - |
| Smart Features | ||
| Sleep Mode | ||
| Supported via app controls | Not specified | - |
| Health Monitoring | ||
| Not supported | Not supported | - |
| Find My Earbuds | ||
| Supported via Soundcore app | Yes, via Baseus App | - |
| Customization Options | ||
| EQ Customization | ||
| Supported via Soundcore app | Yes, via Baseus App (EQ modes, Bass Boost) | - |
| Ear Tip Sizes | ||
| 2 sizes of ear grips (M/L) | Not specified (open-ear design) | - |
| Firmware Updates | ||
| Supported via Soundcore app | Not specified (likely supported via app) | - |
| Customizable Controls | ||
| Volume control and voice assistant activation | Yes, via Baseus App | - |
| Controls | ||
| Button Controls | ||
| Touch controls for playback, calls, volume, and voice assistant | Yes, push button control (1 tap: Play/Pause/Call; 2 taps: Volume; 3 taps: Track Skip) | - |
| Voice Assistant Control | ||
| Supported via touch controls | Not supported | - |
| Music Controls | ||
| Play/Pause, Next/Previous track via touch | Yes | - |
| Touch Sensitivity | ||
| Adjustable via app | Stable, responsive physical buttons (not touch-sensitive) | - |
| Customizable Controls | ||
| Limited to volume and voice assistant | Yes, via Baseus App | - |
| Box Contents | ||
| Earbuds | ||
| soundcore C30i open-ear earbuds | Baseus Eli Sport 2 Open-Ear True Wireless Earbuds | - |
| Charging Case | ||
| Yes | Yes | - |
| USB Cable Type-C | ||
| Yes, 11.81 in / 300 mm length | Yes | - |
| User Manual | ||
| Included | Yes | - |
| Warranty Card | ||
| Included | Not specified | - |
| Extra Earmuffs | ||
| 2 sizes of attachable ear grips (M/L) | Not included | - |
| Launch Date | ||
| Release Date | ||
| April 9, 2024 | August 27, 2025 | - |
| Status | ||
| Available Now | Available | - |
| Warranty | ||
| Product Warranty | ||
| Typically 1-year limited warranty (manufacturer's standard, specific details may vary) | 2 years manufacturer's warranty | - |
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