Devialet Gemini 2 Vs. Samsung Galaxy Buds Live Review In Detail

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Devialet Gemini 2 IPX4

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live IPX2

IP ratings refer to the level of protection offered by an enclosure, against dust and liquids. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value of the IP rating represents protection against solids say dust, followed by the one that refers to protection against liquids (sweat).

Scoring IPX4, the Devialet Gemini 2's rating for solids indicates that no data available to specify a protection rating, and of liquids that they can withstand low pressure spray similar to that of a shower head when tilted at 180° for 10 minutes.

Compared to the Devialet Gemini 2, Samsung Galaxy Buds Live have a rating of IPX2 meaning that we are not yet certain of their rating with solids (dust) and that of liquids is that, Samsung Galaxy Buds Live has a lower liquid rating than Devialet Gemini 2

Weight

Devialet Gemini 2 12g

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live 11.2g

Devialet Gemini 2 have a weight of 12g . We take in account a lower weight better for the reason that lighter devices are more comfortable to transport.

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Live, at 11.2g are lighter than the Devialet Gemini 2 by -0.8g

Has No Wires Or Cables

Devialet Gemini 2 ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✓

True wireless devices have no wires connecting any part of the device together, Devialet Gemini 2 are true wireless for this matter since they don't have cables. This is a major distinction as some wireless earbuds have wires linking the 2 earbuds .

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live also is true wireless because it has no wires linking the 2 earbuds .

Sweat Resistance

Devialet Gemini 2 ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✓

Devialet Gemini 2 have sweat resistance

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc

Has Stereo Speakers

Devialet Gemini 2 ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✓

Devialet Gemini 2 have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience.

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Live also have stereo speakers

Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Devialet Gemini 2 ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✓

Active noise cancellation utilises advanced kind of tech to actively counter noise. ANC works when, it listens to the sound pattern of incoming noise and generates a mirror signal to cancel it out. Simply put, it's like having +1 (noise) and adding -1 (counter sound by the device) giving 0 which results in a reduced level of noise.

The 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 overcome background sounds.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live too have Active Noise Cancellation which makes both earbuds ideal for plane rides and morning commutes. The Devialet Gemini 2 and Samsung Galaxy Buds Live operate with different noise cancellation settings, pick the setting that you prefer for commute or that suites your relaxation time.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Devialet Gemini 2 ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✗

Devialet Gemini 2 stay tightly in place, creating an acoustic seal that reduces background sounds and also prevents the earbuds sound from leaking out at the same.

Driver Unit Size

Devialet Gemini 2 10mm

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live 12mm

Devialet Gemini 2 driver unit is 10mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, and can produce better bass. The driver unit is the component that makes sound in the device, its size corellates with the sound made by the earbuds.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live driver unit is 12mm in diameter, making them have a larger driver unit than that of Devialet Gemini 2 by 2mm , many people have a misconception that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.

However, large drivers usually have difficulty producing high frequencies so yeah, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not indicate that they produce better quality sound.

Lowest Frequency

Devialet Gemini 2 5Hz

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live 20Hz

Devialet Gemini 2's lowest frequency is at 5Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well an audio device generates low frequencies that can be heard, and if it alters the signal while at it.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that Devialet Gemini 2 make sound with a juicier bass than the Samsung Galaxy Buds Live

Highest Frequency

Devialet Gemini 2 20,000Hz

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live 20,000Hz

The Devialet Gemini 2's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio component generates high human frequencies and if it makes any adjustments to the signal while at it.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that both devices can produce equal treble

Sound Pressure Level

Devialet Gemini 2 120dB/mW

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✗

The sound pressure level, is the level of pressure of sound, measured 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.

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Battery Life

Devialet Gemini 2 5hours

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live 6hours

The Devialet Gemini 2's battery life is 5 hours, these last less than 5 hours of listening which is considered average before recharge. A device's battery life is given by the manufacturer, and with more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live's battery life is more than that of Devialet Gemini 2 by 1 hours . Every time you recharge your device, they get a little less playing time. The effect is not noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time.

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Devialet Gemini 2 17hours

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live 15hours

The battery life of the charging case is given by the vendor, and the Devialet Gemini 2's case has a full charge of 17 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go multiple times before recharging the case itself.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live's charging case has a battery life of 15 hours, less than that of Devialet Gemini 2 by 2 hours

Charge Time

Devialet Gemini 2 1hours

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live 0.6hours

It requires 1 hours to fully charge the Devialet Gemini 2's battery. It is recommended to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds for the first time.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live takes 0.6 hours to fully charge the battery, less than that of Devialet Gemini 2 by 0.4 hours

Has Wireless Charging

Devialet Gemini 2 ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✓

The Devialet Gemini 2, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you just place down on a supported charging pad.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live also support wireless charging, always look out for the charging standard of the earbuds.

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Devialet Gemini 2 ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✓

The Devialet Gemini 2 have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the device has a low battery. Its lights display the charging status of your earbuds and charging case.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live too have a battery level indicator, these enable you tell the charging state of your earbuds, whether fully charged, or the battery is running low.

Has Usb Type-C

Devialet Gemini 2 ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✓

The Devialet Gemini 2 support USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live too have USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug comes along with most current electronics.

Bluetooth Version

Devialet Gemini 2 v5.2

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live v5

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.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live has a Bluetooth version of 5, older than that of Devialet Gemini 2 . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Devialet Gemini 2 10meters

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live 10meters

Devialet Gemini 2 have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the Devialet Gemini 2

Has Aac

Devialet Gemini 2 ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✓

Devialet Gemini 2 support AAC, a codec that is used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Because it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it provides better results than other codecs at the same bit rate.

Since its the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Devialet Gemini 2 will work well 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 Samsung Galaxy Buds Live 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.

Has Aptx Adaptive

Devialet Gemini 2 ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✗

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).

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Number Of Microphones

Devialet Gemini 2 4only

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live 6only

The Devialet Gemini 2 have 4 microphones.

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Live microphones are 6, more than that of Devialet Gemini 2 by 2 . More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the device to filter out noise.

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Devialet Gemini 2 ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✓

The Devialet Gemini 2 have a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are made to filter out background sounds from the desired sound.

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Live too have a noise-canceling microphone. This is useful in noisy environments.

Has Ambient Sound Mode

Devialet Gemini 2 ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✓

Devialet Gemini 2 support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient sound so that they can still be heard even when wearing the earbuds

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Live support ambient sound mode as well, helpful when you want to listen to music but also be aware of your surrounding, say you’re having a jog but would still want to be able to hear traffic.

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Devialet Gemini 2 ✗

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when removed from your ears so that the music is paused.

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Devialet Gemini 2 ✗

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✓

When misplaced in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, the Samsung Galaxy Buds Live support the find earbuds feature.

Supports Fast Charging

Devialet Gemini 2 ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✓

Devialet Gemini 2 support fast charging. Most often, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to reduce the amount of time it takes to charge a device.

Also the Samsung Galaxy Buds Live support fast charging. This kind is similar to regular charging, just that the battery fills up much faster. Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in just 30 minutes.

Multipoint Count

Devialet Gemini 2 2only

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✗

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. Say, you can switch calls from one device to another without having to manually disconnect and reconnect.

Has A Mute Function

Devialet Gemini 2 ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✓

Devialet Gemini 2 have a mute function, they have the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Live too support the mute function. It means that you unilaterally turn off the earbuds' microphone, but still hear the other party's voice.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Devialet Gemini 2 ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✓

With the Devialet Gemini 2, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the earbuds.

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Live too have a control panel on them.

Has Voice Prompts

Devialet Gemini 2 ✗

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✓

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Live support voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information via audio messages, say if there is an issue with the connection.

Travel Bag Is Included

Devialet Gemini 2 ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✓

The Devialet Gemini 2 come with their own special case. Carrying earbuds openly, or putting them in your pockets without a cover may easily put them at risk of getting damaged.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live also have a travel bag included, which offers safe transportation.

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Category	Features	Devialet Gemini 2	Samsung Galaxy Buds Live
DESIGN	ingress protection (ip) rating	IPX4	IPX2
	weight	12g	11.2g
	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	10mm	12mm
	lowest frequency	5Hz	20Hz
	highest frequency	20,000Hz	20,000Hz
	sound pressure level	120dB/mW	✗
POWER	battery life	5hours	6hours
	battery life of charging case	17hours	15hours
	charge time	1hours	0.6hours
	has wireless charging	✓	✓
	has a battery level indicator	✓	✓
CONNECTIVITY	has usb type-c	✓	✓
	bluetooth version	v5.2	v5
	maximum bluetooth range	10meters	10meters
	has aac	✓	✓
	has aptx adaptive	✓	✗
MICROPHONE	number of microphones	4only	6only
MICROPHONE	has a noise-canceling microphone	✓	✓
EXTRAS	has ambient sound mode	✓	✓
	has in/on-ear detection	✗	✓
	has find earbuds feature	✗	✓
	supports fast charging	✓	✓
	multipoint count	2only	✗
	has a mute function	✓	✓
	control panel placed on a device	✓	✓
	has voice prompts	✗	✓
	travel bag is included	✓	✓
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Devialet Gemini 2 Vs. Samsung Galaxy Buds Live Review In Summary

Devialet Gemini 2 Vs. Samsung Galaxy Buds Live Review In Detail

Design

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Weight

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

Lowest Frequency

Highest Frequency

Sound Pressure Level

Power

Battery Life

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Charge Time

Has Wireless Charging

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Connectivity

Has Usb Type-C

Bluetooth Version

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Has Aac

Has Aptx Adaptive

Microphone

Number Of Microphones

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Extras

Has Ambient Sound Mode

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Supports Fast Charging

Multipoint Count

Has A Mute Function

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Has Voice Prompts

Travel Bag Is Included