Gionee 3.5mm vs Type-C
Complete Comparison Guide - Which one is right for you?
| Feature | 3.5mm Handsfree | Type-C Handsfree |
|---|---|---|
| Price | PKR 450 | PKR 550 |
| Connector Type | 3.5mm Audio Jack (Round) | USB Type-C (Flat) |
| Signal Transmission | Analog | Digital |
| Built-in DAC | No (Uses Phone's DAC) | Yes (Dedicated Chip) |
| Durability | Good | Excellent (Reinforced) |
| Compatibility | Universal (Old Phones, Laptops) | Modern Phones (No Jack) |
| Latency (Gaming) | Zero Latency | Zero Latency |
| Microphone Quality | Clear HD Mic | Active Noise Reduction |
Connector Difference
The main difference lies in how they connect to your phone. The 3.5mm jack is the traditional round connector found on older smartphones, laptops, and gaming consoles. It carries an analog signal directly from your device.
The Type-C connector plugs into the charging port of modern smartphones. It carries a digital signal, which is then converted to audio by a tiny chip called a DAC (Digital-to-Analog Converter) building into the connector itself.
Sound Quality & DAC
Type-C wins slightly here. Because the Type-C handsfree includes its own digital decoder (DAC), it can often produce cleaner, louder audio with less interference compared to the 3.5mm jack, which relies on your phone's internal audio processing (which varies by phone quality).
However, for the average listener, both provide excellent, deep bass and clear vocals distinctive of the Gionee brand.
Our Recommendation
1 Choose 3.5mm IF...
- Your phone has a headphone jack
- You use it with a laptop/PC often
- You are on a strict budget
2 Choose Type-C IF...
- Your phone has no headphone jack
- You want future-proof tech
- You own a flagship Samsung/iPhone 15