JBL Tune Flex
See price on AmazonOverall Score 7.5 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
Devialet Gemini 2
See price on AmazonOverall Score 7.3 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
Category | Features | JBL Tune Flex | Devialet Gemini 2 |
---|---|---|---|
DESIGN | ingress protection (ip) rating | IPX4 | IPX4 |
weight | 9.6g | 12g | |
has no wires or cables | ✓ | ✓ | |
sweat resistance | ✓ | ✓ | |
has stereo speakers | ✓ | ✓ | |
SOUND QUALITY | has active noise cancellation (noise control) | ✓ | ✓ |
has passive noise reduction | ✓ | ✓ | |
driver unit size | 12mm | 10mm | |
lowest frequency | 20Hz | 5Hz | |
highest frequency | 20,000Hz | 20,000Hz | |
sound pressure level | 108dB/mW | 120dB/mW | |
POWER | battery life | 8hours | 5hours |
battery life of charging case | 24hours | 17hours | |
charge time | 2hours | 1hours | |
has wireless charging | ✗ | ✓ | |
has a battery level indicator | ✓ | ✓ | |
CONNECTIVITY | has usb type-c | ✓ | ✓ |
bluetooth version | v5.2 | v5.2 | |
maximum bluetooth range | 10meters | 10meters | |
has aac | ✓ | ✓ | |
has aptx adaptive | ✗ | ✓ | |
MICROPHONE | number of microphones | 4only | 4only |
has a noise-canceling microphone | ✓ | ✓ | |
mic sensitivity | -38dBV/Pa | ✗ | |
EXTRAS | has ambient sound mode | ✓ | ✓ |
has find earbuds feature | ✓ | ✗ | |
supports fast charging | ✓ | ✓ | |
multipoint count | 2only | 2only | |
has a mute function | ✓ | ✓ | |
control panel placed on a device | ✓ | ✓ | |
has voice prompts | ✓ | ✗ | |
travel bag is included | ✓ | ✓ | |
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IP ratings refer to the level of protection given by a casing, against solids and water. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value of the IP rating represents protection against solids such as dust, while the second refers to resistance against liquids (water).
Scoring IPX4, the Devialet Gemini 2's rating for solids indicates that no data available to specify a protection rating, and the second value of 4 means that they can withstand low pressure spray similar to that of a shower head when tilted at 180° for 10 minutes.
In comparison to the Devialet Gemini 2, JBL Tune Flex have a rating of IPX4 meaning that
we are not yet certain of their rating with solids (dust)
and that of liquids is that,
they both have the same rating against liquids
Devialet Gemini 2 have a weight of 12g . We prefer a lower weight better for the reason that lighter devices are more comfortable to move with.
The JBL Tune Flex, at 9.6g
are lighter than the Devialet Gemini 2 by -2.4g
For a device to be true wireless it should have no wires linking any part of the device together, Devialet Gemini 2 are true wireless for this case since they don't have cables. This is a key difference as some wireless earbuds have cables linking the two earbuds .
JBL Tune Flex also is true wireless because it has no cables linking the two earbuds together.
Devialet Gemini 2 are resistant to sweat
JBL Tune Flex's resistance to sweat makes both devices good for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc
Devialet Gemini 2 have stereo speakers, what this means is that Devialet Gemini 2's speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience.
The JBL Tune Flex also have stereo speakers
Active noise cancellation makes use of advanced technology to reduce ambient sounds. How it works, it listens to the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and after inverts the soundwaves to counter it. In simple terms, it's like taking +1 (noise) and adding -1 (inverted noise) to make zero resulting in a reduced level of noise.
Devialet Gemini 2 have Active Noise Cancellation allowing you to listen at lower levels of volume, good for your ears since you don't have to crank up the earbuds volume to outcompete background sounds.
JBL Tune Flex too have Active Noise Cancellation making either of the devices ideal for flights and rush hour commutes. Each operate with different noise cancellation settings, pick the setting that you prefer for travel or that suites your relaxation time.
Devialet Gemini 2 sit tightly in place, this creates a sound seal that tones down background noise and also prevents the earbuds music from leaking out .
Both JBL Tune Flex, and Devialet Gemini 2 have passive noise reduction which means that they tone down ambient noise without using technology to cancel it out.
The Devialet Gemini 2 driver unit is 10mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, therefor producing better bass.
The driver unit is basically a mini speaker that makes sound in the earbuds, its size determines the sound made by the earbuds.
JBL Tune Flex driver unit is 12mm in diameter,
making them have a larger driver unit than that of Devialet Gemini 2 by 2mm
, as many tend to believe that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.
However, large drivers find it difficult to produce high frequencies so it's true that, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not indicate that they produce better quality sound.
Devialet Gemini 2's lowest frequency is at 5Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well an audio component generates low frequencies that can be heard, and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through.
JBL Tune Flex's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that
Devialet Gemini 2 produce a juicier bass than the JBL Tune Flex
The Devialet Gemini 2's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response shows how well a particular audio device produces high audible frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it.
JBL Tune Flex's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that
both devices can produce equal treble
SPL, is the pressure level of sound, in decibels, dB, Devialet Gemini 2's measurement is 120dB/mW. Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source.
JBL Tune Flex's sound pressure level measurement is 108dB/mW. The sound pressure level, something is can be perceived differently by different people, so we need to have the means to get a standard measurement of sound level expressed in numerical terms.
Devialet Gemini 2's battery life is 5 hours, these last less than 5 hours of listening which is considered average for a single charge. A device's battery life is usually given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings.
JBL Tune Flex's battery life is
more than that of Devialet Gemini 2 by 3 hours
. Every time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less playing time. The effect is barely noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will no longer play for long like they used to.
The battery life of the charging case is given by the manufacturer, and Devialet Gemini 2's case is said to have a full charge of 17 hours. A charging case with more battery hours enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go multiple times before recharging the case itself.
JBL Tune Flex's charging case has a battery life of 24 hours,
more than that of Devialet Gemini 2 by 7 hours
It requires 1 hours to fully charge the Devialet Gemini 2's battery. It is recommended to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds when they have been in storage for long periods.
JBL Tune Flex takes 2 hours to fully charge the battery,
more than that of Devialet Gemini 2 by 1 hours
Devialet Gemini 2, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the device, you just place down on a compatible charging pad.
The Devialet Gemini 2 have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the earbuds has a low battery. Its lights show the charging state of your earbuds and case.
JBL Tune Flex too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators allow you determine the charging state of your earbuds, whether fully charged, or the battery is running low.
The Devialet Gemini 2 support USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable.
JBL Tune Flex too support USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current electronics.
The Devialet Gemini 2 have Bluetooth version of 5.2, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data movement between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.
JBL Tune Flex has a Bluetooth version of 5.2,
equal to that of the Devialet Gemini 2
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
The Devialet Gemini 2 have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth.
JBL Tune Flex have a maximum range of 10meters,
equal to that of the Devialet Gemini 2
Devialet Gemini 2 support AAC, a codec that is used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Since it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it provides better results than other codecs at a similar bit rate.
Being the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Devialet Gemini 2 will work fine with your MacBook. If you are planning on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well.
The JBL Tune Flex support AAC as well. Designed to be the successor of the MP3 format, AAC generally achieves higher sound quality than MP3 encoders at the same bit rate.
The Devialet Gemini 2 support APTX Adaptive, an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that are developed by Qualcomm. It has a variable bit rate (between 279kbps and 420kbps).
Devialet Gemini 2 have 4 microphones.
JBL Tune Flex microphones are 4,
equal to that of the Devialet Gemini 2
. More microphones result in better sound quality and help the earbuds to filter out background sounds.
Devialet Gemini 2 use a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are intended to reduce background sounds from the earbuds' sound.
The JBL Tune Flex too have a noise-canceling type of microphone. Especially useful in noisy areas.
The JBL Tune Flex microphone sensitivity is measured at -38dBV/Pa. The vastness of the analog or digital output signal from the microphone with its input stimulus is a calculation of its sensitivity. It's the 'loudness' of the voice that the microphone can recognize.
Devialet Gemini 2 support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient sound so that they can still be heard even when wearing them
The JBL Tune Flex support ambient sound mode as well, helpful when you want to listen to music but also be aware of what’s happening around you, for example when you’re having a run but would still want to hear traffic.
If misplaced in a room, or can't be found in your bag, JBL Tune Flex support the find earbuds feature.
The Devialet Gemini 2 support fast charging. Commonly, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to reduce the amount of time it takes to fully charge the earbuds.
The JBL Tune Flex too support fast charging. This kind is similar to regular charging, only that the battery fills up much faster. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in just thirty minutes.
The Devialet Gemini 2 support multipoint of 2 connections, the multipoint feature allows you to link to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. For example, you can seemlessly switch calls from one device to another without manually disconnect and reconnect.
The JBL Tune Flex have a multipoint count of 2,
equal to that of the Devialet Gemini 2
. Bluetooth multipoint comes in handy when you can be on one call and not miss notifications coming from another device.
The Devialet Gemini 2 have a mute function, they have the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.
The JBL Tune Flex too have this function. The mute function means that you are in position turn off the earbuds' microphone, but you can still hear the other party's voice.
With the Devialet Gemini 2, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the device.
The JBL Tune Flex too have a control panel on them.
The JBL Tune Flex support voice prompts. Automatically receive information through audio messages, like if there is a problem with the connection.
The Devialet Gemini 2 come with a special case. Carrying earbuds openly, or placing them in your pockets without a casing may easily put them at risk of getting damaged.
JBL Tune Flex too have a travel bag included, which is useful for safe transportation.