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Soundpeats T3 test: What do the affordable TWS in-ears with ANC perform?

After the Air 3 (our review), the Soundpeats T3 are the next in-ear headphones from the manufacturer to reach our test lab. The price is the same, but the approach is completely different, since active noise cancellation including transparency mode is offered here. The “outstanding sound” is a full-bodied promise. Whether the T3 can keep this, clarifies our test.

Technical data

Bluetooth version 5.2
Maximum operating range 12m (without obstacle)
Battery life Up to 5.5hrs, up to 19hrs total with charging case; (varies depending on volume level and audio content)
Charge Time 1.5 hrs. (for headphones via USB-C); 2 hrs. (for charging case + headphones via USB-C)
Size charging case (W x H x D) 54 mm x 50 mm x 25 mm
Weight 4.6 g per earbud; 46.0 g charging case & earbuds
Most important features ANC; Transparency mode; Single use
Price € 10.19 *

Scope of delivery of the Soundpeats T3

In the compact card of the Soundpeats T3 you will find the most important accessories. In addition to the charging case including the in-ear headphones inside, the manufacturer includes a USB Type-A to USB-C cable for charging with a length of around 30 centimeters. Two additional pairs of silicone ear tips in different sizes are also found in a small bag, while the obligatory manual rounds off the scope of delivery.

Soundpeats T3 Scope of Delivery

Design and workmanship

Compared to its Air 3 counterpart, the Soundpeats T3’s charging case turns out immensely larger. Measuring 54 mm x 50 mm x 25 mm (width x height x depth), the case is still easily pocketable.

The manufacturer’s logo adorns the lid of the matte-black case, while the USB-C port for charging is found on the right side. A glossy gray ring surrounds the charging case underneath the lid as a visual highlight. Above that, you will find a small opening tray, and below that, an LED indicator that informs about the battery status and pairing process.

The inside of the case is matte gray and houses the actual in-ear headphones, with a label for the respective side (L and R) underneath. The design of the Earbuds is quite classic and unagitated.

Once again, a matte black exterior dominates, with only the manufacturer’s glossy name on the outside of the ear cup, as well as an LED indicator, catching the eye. Once again, the manufacturer relies on a design that is based on the Airpods – including a stylus that protrudes from the ear. However, it is quite short with a length of 20 mm and is flattened.

The workmanship of the Soundpeats T3

There are positive things to report regarding the workmanship, because the Soundpeats T3 doesn’t make any mistakes here. Both Ladeeuti and the Earbuds themselves feel quite valuable and robust. Of course, you should not expect the quality of a much more expensive product, but the build quality is convincing considering the price.

I also like the charging case much better than the Soundpeats Air 3, because the folding mechanism and magnetic closure hold very tight. Since the underside also has a straight surface, you can easily place the case on the table without it tipping over when it is open. That’s how it should be.

Soundpeats T3

Soundpeats T3: The wearing comfort

We found wearing comfort to be the biggest criticism of the Air 3. Fortunately, the Soundpeats T3 do a much better job here. Thanks to the silicone ear inserts, the in-ears find a secure hold in the ear even during quick movements. Nothing slips or wobbles here.

If you also choose the right size of the ear tips, the passive noise cancellation is also quite convincing, because the T3s seal very well.

However, the T3s press a bit in the ear after one to two hours of continuous use, so they are only conditionally suitable for long-term use. And that’s despite the relatively low weight of only about 4.6 grams per earbud.

Soundpeats T3 wearing comfort

Features and battery life

The Soundpeats T3 offer active noise cancellation (ANC) including transparency mode, where voices in particular are amplified. The True Wireless In-Ears transmit wirelessly via Bluetooth 5.2. The stability and range of the connection leave nothing to be desired, even from a distance of around 12 meters to the audio source, the music playback does not stop.

However, the manufacturer has saved on the audio codecs because the high-resolution Qualcomm aptX codecs are completely absent. Only SBC and AAC are offered. The manufacturer also does without a wear detection that pauses the music when an earbud is removed.

Soundpeats T3

For this, you can also use the T3 in mono mode, that is, use only one earphone. Multipoint, i.e. simultaneous connection with two audio sources via Bluetooth, is also not offered.

The battery life of the Soundpeats T3

You shouldn’t expect any miracles when it comes to battery life. The charging case offers a battery capacity of 320 mAh, and the Earbuds themselves are equipped with a 40 mAh battery. A total of about four hours of music playback is possible with the active ANC function. Without ANC, however, the T3 runs out of steam after about 5.5 hours.

The charging case supplies the in-ears with juice about twice. Depending on the volume and activated features, a maximum of 16 to 19 hours is possible in combination with the charging case. Not a particularly good value.

The case does not support wireless charging, but it takes about two hours to fully charge it again via USB-C, and the Earbuds themselves need about one and a half hours from 0 to 100 percent in the case.

Soundpeats T3 battery life

Operating the T3

With the Soundpeats T3, the manufacturer relies solely on touch operation. Here, the two touch-sensitive outer sides are used, which have various functions inherent in them.

A tap increases or decreases the volume, a double tap on the right starts or pauses playback, while calls can be answered on the left. The touch operation is quite intuitive, while the T3 implements all inputs precisely.

Only the option to jump back to the previous song is missing in the operating scheme. Switching to the next one, on the other hand, is possible. Strange. Switching between the ANC modes (on, normal mode, transparency mode) also works flawlessly and is accompanied by an acoustic hint. Manufacturer Soundpeats once again does without a companion app for fine adjustments, equalizers or firmware updates, which is a bit of a shame.

Soundpeats T3 Operation

Soundpeats T3 audio quality and ANC

In terms of sound mixing, the Soundpeats T3 are once again trimmed for listening fun. Accordingly, especially the basses show extremely present, but fortunately without overdriving or blending the other frequencies.

The mids also sound very good, especially at low to medium volumes. The T3 copes well with female voices or high male voices in particular, while low voices lack a bit of dynamics and detail.

However, there are big problems with the trebles, which distort at a volume of around 60% and are so sharp that there is no longer any question of listening pleasure. A similar picture can be seen with the upper mids, such as a piano, which is either reproduced too quietly or too sharply. Unfortunately, the sound picture does not seem well balanced.

However, the Soundpeats T3 do a good job in genres that reduce trebles and mids. Techno, electro, or even jazz music look quite good on the inexpensive in-ears. At least when there are no or only few vocals within the songs.

Soundpeats T3 Klang

For video playback, the Soundpeats T3 are also only conditionally suitable, which is due to the rather high latencies. After just a few seconds, the picture and sound are no longer completely in sync.

The ANC and transparency function

The active noise cancellation of the T3 is a disappointment. The difference to the deactivate ANC function can be heard and especially traffic noise is minimized quite satisfactorily, but the ANC quickly reaches its limits with other frequencies.

Voices, fan noise or typing on the keyboard come through almost unhindered. Better passively sealed earbuds without active noise suppression deliver a better result.

The transparency mode (called Passthough mode here) is similarly disappointing. Although traffic noise and voices are amplified here, the distorted image has little in common with the real sound. All modes also have a quite penetrating, mechanical background noise in common.

Soundpeats T3

Microphone quality

The Soundpeats T3’s microphone in particular is heavily promoted by the manufacturer and, thanks to “Sound+ AI”, is said to reproduce one’s voice with particular clarity while effectively blocking out background noise.

In fact, the microphone of the in-ear headphones is perhaps the biggest strength in the audio field. The user’s voice is reproduced loudly, clearly and extremely dynamically. Especially in video calls with various software solutions, we can be understood clearly. The results are no longer completely convincing for phone calls outside of one’s own four walls.

The T3s quickly reach their limits especially when suppressing background noise, such as traffic or construction noise. Unfortunately, wind noise is also relatively loud.

Soundpeats T3

Summary on the Soundpeats T3

While the Soundpeats T3 can score in terms of workmanship, wearing comfort and operation, the inexpensive True Wireless in-ear headphones afford glaring weaknesses in what is probably the most important criterion of headphones: the sound.

Earsbuds with ANC function for less than 50 Euros sound very tempting, and measured against the price, the overall package of the T3 Earbuds is quite acceptable. However, you can get much better headphones for around 20 euros more. Especially fans of electro or acoustic music are well served, but as soon as voices or more intense high tones are added, the unbalanced sound quickly becomes unpleasant.

Soundpeats T3 Award

Soundpeats T3

Workmanship
Comfort
Sound quality
Recording quality
Features
Value for money

79/100

Inexpensive in-ears with good workmanship and high wearing comfort that have glaring weaknesses in terms of acoustics.

Simon Lüthje

I am co-founder of this blog and am very interested in everything that has to do with technology, but I also like to play games. I was born in Hamburg, but now I live in Bad Segeberg.

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