The Soundcore R50i NC Black is the all-black version of Anker’s entry-level noise cancelling earbuds. Soundcore rates its adaptive ANC at up to 42dB, pairs it with 10mm drivers tuned with BassUp, and quotes up to 10 hours per charge and 45 hours with the case when ANC is off. The case has one extra trick: its back panel opens into a stand for your phone. The same model (A3959) is sold as the soundcore P30i in some markets, and Soundcore’s user guide covers both names.
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Why the black version
Black is the safe, low-key choice in the R50i NC range. The buds and the case are both black, so nothing stands out in a meeting, on the metro or with a suit, and the set matches almost any phone or phone cover. It is also the most forgiving colour for daily carry: pocket lint, light scuffs and the small marks a case picks up in a bag are far less visible than on the white or pink models, and there is no make-up or skin-oil staining to worry about around the ear tips. If you only want one pair for work, the gym bag and travel, the Soundcore R50i NC Black is the colour that will still look tidy after months of use. Wipe it with a dry, soft cloth; fingerprints on the lid come off easily.
Adaptive noise cancelling up to 42dB
Soundcore says the R50i NC cuts noise by up to 42dB. The cancellation on the Soundcore R50i NC Black is adaptive: the earbuds listen to your surroundings and choose a cancelling level for you, and you can switch between ANC, Transparency and Normal from a touch on the earbud or from the soundcore app. Transparency lets voices and announcements through when you need to hear a colleague or a gate call. In practice, steady low sounds such as engines, air conditioning and road hum are where ANC works best. Sudden noises and nearby conversation are reduced rather than removed, which is normal for earbuds at this price. With the Soundcore R50i NC Black, a good seal matters as much as the electronics, so try the S, M and L tips that come in the box.
Battery life and its conditions
Battery figures depend on the mode. With ANC off, Soundcore quotes up to 10 hours per charge and up to 45 hours in total with the case. With ANC on, the user guide lists up to 7 hours per charge and 30 hours with the case. A 10-minute charge adds about 2 hours of listening, which helps when you notice an empty case just before leaving home. A full charge takes about 1 hour for the earbuds and about 2.5 hours for the case, over USB-C. The case does not support wireless charging, so keep a USB-C cable nearby. For most people the Soundcore R50i NC Black needs a top-up roughly every few days of commuting.
A charging case that holds your phone
The case is what sets the Soundcore R50i NC Black apart from most budget earbuds. Open its back panel and it becomes a small stand that holds your phone upright, so you can watch a series on a train tray table, follow a recipe in the kitchen or join a video call at your desk without leaning the phone on a mug. When you are done, the panel closes and it is an ordinary charging case again. Soundcore calls it a 2-in-1 case. It is a simple stand rather than a full dock, so the Soundcore R50i NC Black suits phones on a desk or table rather than tablets.
Sound, calls and connection
Inside each Soundcore R50i NC Black earbud is a 10mm driver with Soundcore’s BassUp tuning, which lifts the low end for pop, hip-hop and electronic music. The soundcore app adds 22 EQ presets plus a custom EQ if you prefer a more neutral sound for podcasts. For calls, four microphones work with AI noise reduction to keep your voice clear. The Soundcore R50i NC Black uses Bluetooth 5.4 with a range of about 10 metres, supports dual connection to two devices at once, such as a phone and a laptop, and lets you use one earbud on its own. The app also includes Find Earbuds, and the whole set is rated IP54 against dust and splashes.
Who This Is Not For
The Soundcore R50i NC Black is not for swimmers or anyone who wants to rinse their earbuds: IP54 covers dust and splashes, not submersion. The case charges only over USB-C, with no wireless charging. With ANC on, the battery drops to about 7 hours per charge, which is short for a long-haul flight without a case top-up. Soundcore does not publish the supported codecs for this model, so it is not a choice for high-resolution formats such as LDAC. Soundcore also does not publish the earbud weight.
Ordering from Totot
Totot sells the Soundcore R50i NC Black brand-new and genuine in its sealed box, backed by a 1-year warranty from Totot. Delivered across the UAE in up to 3 business days, free on orders from AED 300, with cash on delivery or instalments via Tabby and Tamara. Items that arrive defective or not as ordered can be returned within 14 days, and any shipping damage should be reported within 48 hours of delivery. Browse more in our Earbuds range, or see the official soundcore page for model A3959 (sold as P30i and R50i NC).
Soundcore R50i NC Black Specifications
- Model: Soundcore R50i NC by Anker (A3959, also sold as soundcore P30i)
- Colour: Black
- Noise control: Adaptive ANC up to 42dB (per Soundcore), Transparency and Normal modes
- Drivers: 10mm with BassUp
- Frequency response: 20Hz–20kHz
- Impedance: 16Ω
- Playtime, ANC off: Up to 10 hours per charge, 45 hours with the case
- Playtime, ANC on: Up to 7 hours per charge, 30 hours with the case
- Fast charging: 10 minutes for about 2 hours
- Full charging time: About 1 hour (earbuds), about 2.5 hours (case)
- Charging: USB-C; no wireless charging
- Bluetooth: 5.4, about 10 m range, dual connection
- Microphones: 4, with AI noise reduction for calls
- App: soundcore app: 22 EQ presets, custom EQ, Find Earbuds
- Dust and water: IP54
- Codecs: Not published by Soundcore
- Weight: Not published by Soundcore
- Case: 2-in-1 charging case with phone stand
- In the box: Earbuds, charging case, USB-C cable, S/M/L ear tips
- Warranty: 1-year warranty from Totot
Soundcore R50i NC Black FAQ
How long does the Soundcore R50i NC Black battery last?
Up to 10 hours per charge and 45 hours with the case with ANC off, or 7 and 30 hours with ANC on, according to Soundcore.
Does the Soundcore R50i NC Black case charge wirelessly?
No. The case charges over USB-C only; a full charge takes about 2.5 hours.
Can the earbuds connect to a phone and a laptop at the same time?
Yes. Soundcore lists dual connection, so the earbuds can stay paired with two devices at once.
Is the Soundcore R50i NC the same as the soundcore P30i?
Yes. Soundcore’s user guide covers the P30i and R50i NC together under model A3959.
Does the black finish show scratches and dirt?
No. Light scuffs and lint are far less visible on black than on the white or pink versions.
Can I swim with them?
No. The IP54 rating protects against dust and splashes, not immersion in water.
Is it genuine?
Yes. We sell the genuine Soundcore R50i NC Black by Anker, brand-new in its sealed box.
How long does delivery take?
Up to 3 business days anywhere in the UAE, free on orders from AED 300; any current delivery fee for your order is shown at checkout.
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