Anker Soundcore R60i
CMF Buds 2a

Anker Soundcore R60i CMF Buds 2a

Common Features

  • Fit is in-ear for both products.
  • Both products have no wires or cables.
  • Neither product is a neckband earbud.
  • Wingtips are not included with either product.
  • RGB lighting is not available on either product.
  • Both products have stereo speakers.
  • UV light is not available on either product.
  • Neither product has a display.
  • Active noise cancellation (ANC) is available on both products.
  • Passive noise reduction is available on both products.
  • Lowest frequency is 20 Hz for both products.
  • Highest frequency is 20000 Hz for both products.
  • Dolby Atmos is not available on either product.
  • Dirac Virtuo is not available on either product.
  • Both products do not use a neodymium magnet.
  • Both products have a rechargeable battery.
  • Battery level indicator is available on both products.
  • Wireless charging is not supported on either product.
  • Both products support fast charging.
  • Ambient sound mode is available on both products.

Main Differences

  • Ingress Protection (IP) rating is IP55 on Anker Soundcore R60i and IP54, IPX2 on CMF Buds 2a.
  • Water resistance is present on Anker Soundcore R60i but not available on CMF Buds 2a.
  • Driver unit size is 11 mm on Anker Soundcore R60i and 12.4 mm on CMF Buds 2a.
  • Supports spatial audio is available on Anker Soundcore R60i but not available on CMF Buds 2a.
  • Battery life is 10 hours on Anker Soundcore R60i and 8 hours on CMF Buds 2a.
  • Battery life of charging case is 40 hours on Anker Soundcore R60i and 27.5 hours on CMF Buds 2a.
  • Battery life with ANC is 8 hours on Anker Soundcore R60i and 5 hours on CMF Buds 2a.
  • Charge time is 2 hours on Anker Soundcore R60i and 1.5 hours on CMF Buds 2a.
  • Bluetooth version is 6.1 on Anker Soundcore R60i and 5.4 on CMF Buds 2a.
  • LDAC support is available on Anker Soundcore R60i but not available on CMF Buds 2a.
  • Audio latency is 50 ms on Anker Soundcore R60i and 110 ms on CMF Buds 2a.
Specs Comparison
Anker Soundcore R60i

Anker Soundcore R60i

CMF Buds 2a

CMF Buds 2a

Design:
Fit In-ear In-ear
Ingress Protection (IP) rating IP55 IP54, IPX2
water resistance Water resistant None
has no wires or cables
are neckband earbuds
wingtips included
has RGB lighting
has stereo speakers
has UV light
Has a display

The Anker Soundcore R60i and CMF Buds 2a both feature an in-ear fit, but their water resistance and ingress protection ratings differ. The R60i is rated IP55 for water resistance, meaning it can handle sweat and light splashes, while the CMF Buds 2a has a lower IP54 rating, offering some protection against dust and water but without significant resistance to moisture. Additionally, the R60i has a higher level of protection with its IP55 rating, compared to the CMF Buds 2a's IPX2 rating, which indicates a lower level of water resistance, mostly protecting against dripping water.

Both products are wireless, with no wires or cables. Neither is a neckband earbud, and both lack wingtips, RGB lighting, or UV light features. Additionally, neither of the two has a display. They also both come equipped with stereo speakers, providing a balanced audio experience.

In summary, while both earphones offer similar core design features, the Anker Soundcore R60i stands out with its better water resistance rating, making it more suitable for active use in moist conditions. The CMF Buds 2a, on the other hand, offers basic water resistance and a lower ingress protection rating, but still offers a solid, cable-free listening experience.

Sound quality:
has active noise cancellation (ANC)
has passive noise reduction
driver unit size 11 mm 12.4 mm
lowest frequency 20 Hz 20 Hz
highest frequency 20000 Hz 20000 Hz
supports spatial audio
has Dolby Atmos
has Dirac Virtuo
has a neodymium magnet

Both the Anker Soundcore R60i and CMF Buds 2a feature active noise cancellation (ANC) and passive noise reduction, allowing for a more immersive listening experience. However, their driver unit sizes differ slightly: the R60i has an 11 mm driver, while the CMF Buds 2a comes with a slightly larger 12.4 mm driver. This may affect their overall sound output, with the larger driver potentially providing more robust sound.

Both products support the same frequency range, from 20 Hz to 20,000 Hz, ensuring similar audio performance in terms of low-end and high-end sound reproduction. Additionally, the R60i supports spatial audio, offering an enhanced sense of directionality in sound, while the CMF Buds 2a does not support spatial audio.

Neither product includes Dolby Atmos, Dirac Virtuo, or a neodymium magnet, keeping their sound quality fairly standard in terms of advanced audio technologies. Despite the differences in driver size and spatial audio support, both earbuds are equipped with essential features for delivering high-quality sound.

Power:
Battery life 10 hours 8 hours
Battery life of charging case 40 hours 27.5 hours
Battery life (ANC) 8 hours 5 hours
charge time 2 hours 1.5 hours
has wireless charging
Has a solar power battery
has a battery level indicator
has a rechargeable battery

The Anker Soundcore R60i and CMF Buds 2a differ in terms of battery life and charging times. The R60i offers a longer battery life of 10 hours on a full charge, compared to the CMF Buds 2a's 8 hours. When using ANC, the R60i still outperforms, with 8 hours of battery life, while the CMF Buds 2a provides 5 hours under the same conditions. The R60i also offers a significantly longer battery life from its charging case, providing 40 hours compared to the CMF Buds 2a's 27.5 hours.

As for charge times, the R60i takes 2 hours to fully charge, while the CMF Buds 2a charges slightly faster at 1.5 hours. Neither product supports wireless charging, and neither includes a solar power battery. Both have a rechargeable battery and a battery level indicator, so users can monitor battery status easily.

In summary, the Anker Soundcore R60i offers better overall battery life, both in terms of earbud usage and charging case capacity, but the CMF Buds 2a has a slightly faster charge time.

Connectivity:
has fast pairing
Has USB Type-C
Bluetooth version 6.1 5.4
has LDAC
has LDHC
has Bluetooth LE Audio
has aptX Adaptive
has aptX Low Latency
has aptX HD
has aptX
has aptX Lossless
audio latency 50 ms 110 ms
has aptX Voice
has Auracast
maximum Bluetooth range 10 m 10 m
supports Bluetooth pairing using NFC
Can be used wirelessly
has AAC

The Anker Soundcore R60i and CMF Buds 2a both feature fast pairing and USB Type-C ports, making them convenient for quick connectivity and charging. The R60i supports Bluetooth version 6.1, while the CMF Buds 2a uses Bluetooth version 5.4, which indicates a slightly newer Bluetooth version in the R60i. Both products offer a maximum Bluetooth range of 10 meters, and neither supports Bluetooth pairing via NFC.

When it comes to audio codecs, the R60i supports LDAC and AAC, while the CMF Buds 2a only supports AAC. Additionally, the R60i has a lower audio latency of 50 ms, compared to the CMF Buds 2a’s 110 ms, which means the R60i is likely to have less lag during audio playback.

In summary, the Anker Soundcore R60i offers a more advanced Bluetooth version, supports LDAC, and has lower audio latency, while the CMF Buds 2a is more limited in its Bluetooth and codec support, with higher latency.

Features:
release date November 2025 April 2025
has ambient sound mode
Supports fast charging
multipoint count 2 2
can read notifications
has a mute function
can be used as a headset
control panel placed on a device
Has voice prompts
travel bag is included
Has an in-line control panel
Has a temperature sensor
Has a built-in camera remote control function

The Anker Soundcore R60i and CMF Buds 2a share several key features, including ambient sound mode, support for fast charging, a multipoint connection count of 2, and the ability to be used as a headset. Both also have a mute function, a control panel placed on a device, voice prompts, and come with a travel bag. Additionally, neither product includes an in-line control panel, temperature sensor, or built-in camera remote control function.

There are no differences between the two products in terms of these features; both offer the same set of capabilities, ensuring users have a similar experience when it comes to practical features and ease of use.

In summary, the Anker Soundcore R60i and CMF Buds 2a are nearly identical in terms of features, offering a comprehensive set of functionalities for daily use without notable differences between them.

Microphone:
has a noise-canceling microphone

Both the Anker Soundcore R60i and CMF Buds 2a come equipped with a noise-canceling microphone, ensuring clear voice transmission by reducing background noise during calls or recordings.

There are no differences between the two products in terms of microphone capabilities, as both feature the same noise-canceling technology.

In summary, both the Anker Soundcore R60i and CMF Buds 2a offer identical microphone functionality with noise-canceling features, making them well-suited for clear communication in noisy environments.

Comparison Summary

This is a specification comparison between Anker Soundcore R60i and CMF Buds 2a. Both products are in-ear, wireless earbuds with stereo speakers, active and passive noise cancellation, and a rechargeable battery with battery level indicators. Anker Soundcore R60i has IP55 water resistance while CMF Buds 2a has limited protection at IP54 and IPX2. The driver size is 11 mm on Anker Soundcore R60i and 12.4 mm on CMF Buds 2a, with spatial audio supported only on Anker Soundcore R60i. Battery life is 10 hours for Anker Soundcore R60i and 8 hours for CMF Buds 2a, with corresponding case life of 40 hours and 27.5 hours. Bluetooth version is 6.1 for Anker Soundcore R60i and 5.4 for CMF Buds 2a, and LDAC support is available on Anker Soundcore R60i but not on CMF Buds 2a.