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Category | Features | JBL Live Pro 2 | Devialet Gemini |
---|---|---|---|
DESIGN | ingress protection (ip) rating | ipX5 | ipX4 |
weight | 9.6g | 8g | |
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 | 11mm | 10mm | |
lowest frequency | 20hz | 5hz | |
highest frequency | 20,000hz | 20,000hz | |
sound pressure level | 93db/mw | 94db/mw | |
POWER | battery life | 10hours | 6hours |
battery life of charging case | 30hours | 18hours | |
charge time | 2hours | 1.5hours | |
battery power | 65mah | 55mah | |
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 | 6only | 2only |
has a noise-canceling microphone | ✓ | ✓ | |
mic sensitivity | -38dbv/pa | ✗ | |
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 | ✓ | ✓ | |
warranty period | 1years | 2years | |
has voice prompts | ✓ | ✓ | |
travel bag is included | ✓ | ✓ | |
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Ingress protection ratings is the level of protection offered by a casing, against dust and liquids. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value of the IP rating means protection against solids such as dust, followed by the one that refers to protection against liquids (sweat).
Scoring IPX4, the Devialet Gemini's rating is read as, the first value of X denotes that no data available to specify a protection rating, and the second number 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, JBL Live Pro 2 have a rating of IPX5 meaning that
we are not yet certain of their rating with solids (dust)
and that of liquids is that,
JBL Live Pro 2 has a higher liquid rating than Devialet Gemini
Devialet Gemini have a weight of 8g . We take in account a lower weight better because lighter devices are more comfortable to carry.
JBL Live Pro 2, at 9.6g
weigh more than the Devialet Gemini by of 1.6g
For a device to be true wireless it must have no cables linking any part of the device together, Devialet Gemini are true wireless for this matter since they don't have wires. This is a major difference since wireless earbuds have wires linking the two earbuds .
JBL Live Pro 2 also is true wireless because it doesn't have cables linking the two earbuds .
Devialet Gemini are resistant to sweat
JBL Live Pro 2's resistance to sweat makes both devices good for use during long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc
Devialet Gemini have stereo speakers, what this means is that Devialet Gemini's speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience.
The JBL Live Pro 2 also have stereo speakers
Active noise cancellation makes use of more advanced kind of tech to actively cancel noise. How it works, it listens to the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and then inverts the soundwaves to cancel it out. In simple terms, it's like having +1 (sound from your surrounding) and producing -1 (inverted noise) giving zero thus "diluting" the noise.
The Devialet Gemini have Active Noise Cancellation enabling you to listen at lower volume levels, causing less ear fatigue since you don't have to crank up the earbuds volume to outcompete background noise.
JBL Live Pro 2 too have ANC making both devices ideal for flights and morning commutes. The Devialet Gemini and JBL Live Pro 2 operate with different noise cancellation settings, pick the noise cancellation type that you prefer for commute or that enhances your chill time.
Devialet Gemini sit well in place, this creates a sound seal that reduces background sounds and also prevents the earbuds music from leaking out .
Both of these devices have passive noise reduction which implies that they limit ambient noise without using technology to cancel it out.
Devialet Gemini driver unit is 10mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, and can produce better bass.
A driver unit is the component that produces sound in the earbuds, the unit size dictates the sound made by the device.
JBL Live Pro 2 driver unit is 11mm in diameter,
making them have a larger driver unit than that of Devialet Gemini by 1mm
, 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 yes, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not mean that they produce better quality sound.
The Devialet Gemini's lowest frequency is at 5Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well an audio component produces low frequencies that can be heard, and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through.
JBL Live Pro 2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that
Devialet Gemini make sound with a juicier bass than the JBL Live Pro 2
Devialet Gemini's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response indicates how well an audio component generates high human frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal while at it.
JBL Live Pro 2's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that
both devices generate equal treble
The sound pressure level, is the pressure level of sound, in decibels, dB, Devialet Gemini's measurement is 94dB/mW. Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source.
JBL Live Pro 2's sound pressure level measurement is 93dB/mW. How loud something is can be taken differently by separate people, so we need to have the means to get a standard measurement of sound level expressed in numerical terms.
The Devialet Gemini's battery life is 6 hours, these last longer than 5 hours of listening which is considered average for a single charge. A device's battery life is commonly given by the manufacturer, and with more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings.
JBL Live Pro 2's battery life is
more than that of Devialet Gemini by 4 hours
. Every time you recharge your device, they get a little less listening time. The effect is not noticeable at first, but over a few years, 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 the Devialet Gemini's case has a full charge of 18 hours. A charging case with more battery hours enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go several times before recharging the case itself.
JBL Live Pro 2's charging case has a battery life of 30 hours,
more than that of Devialet Gemini by 12 hours
It requires 1.5 hours to fully charge the Devialet Gemini's battery. It is highly adivsable to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds for the first time.
JBL Live Pro 2 takes 2 hours to fully charge the battery,
more than that of Devialet Gemini by 0.5 hours
Devialet Gemini's battery capacity is 55mAh, battery power, shows the amount of electrical energy that a battery can store.
JBL Live Pro 2's battery power is 65mAh.
more than that of Devialet Gemini by 10mAh
The Devialet Gemini, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you simply put down on a supported charging pad.
JBL Live Pro 2 also support wireless charging, always look out for the charging standard of the earbuds.
Devialet Gemini have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the earbuds has a low battery. The battery indicator lights display the charging state of your earbuds and charging case.
JBL Live Pro 2 too have a battery level indicator, these enable you tell the charging state of your device, whether fully charged, or the battery is running low.
The Devialet Gemini have USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable.
JBL Live Pro 2 too support USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current laptops, phones, and tablets.
Devialet Gemini have Bluetooth version of 5, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data movement between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.
JBL Live Pro 2 has a Bluetooth version of 5.2,
newer than that of Devialet Gemini
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
The Devialet Gemini have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth.
JBL Live Pro 2 have a maximum range of 10meters,
equal to that of the Devialet Gemini
Devialet Gemini 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 a similar bit rate.
Being the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Devialet Gemini will work well with your iPad. If you are planning on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well.
Devialet Gemini support APTX Adaptive, an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that are developed by Qualcomm. It has a variable bit rate (between 279kbps and 420kbps).
JBL Live Pro 2 support APTX Adaptive as well which means both can adjust the bit rate for different scenarios, such as reducing interference from other devices.
The Devialet Gemini have 2 microphones.
While the JBL Live Pro 2 microphones are 6,
more than that of Devialet Gemini by 4
. More microphones result in better sound quality and help the device to filter out background sounds.
Devialet Gemini use a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are made to reduce noise from the earbuds' sound.
The JBL Live Pro 2 too have a noise-canceling microphone. This is useful in noisy environments.
The JBL Live Pro 2 microphone sensitivity is measured at -38dBV/Pa. The magnitude 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 support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient sound so that they can still be heard even when wearing them
The JBL Live Pro 2 support ambient sound mode as well, helpful when you want to listen to music while being aware of your surrounding, say you’re having a run but would still want to hear traffic.
Devialet Gemini have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when removed from your ears .
The JBL Live Pro 2 support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears saving battery life.
When misplaced in a room, or can't be found in your bag, the Devialet Gemini support the find earbuds feature.
JBL Live Pro 2 also have the find earbuds feature. You can use the device app on your smartphone to play an alarm from your earbuds to help you find them.
Devialet Gemini support fast charging. Commonly, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the time it takes to charge the earbuds.
Also the JBL Live Pro 2 too support fast charging. This kind is similar to regular charging, just that the battery is filling up much faster. Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in 30 minutes.
The JBL Live Pro 2 have a multipoint of 2 connections, this feature allows you to link to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. Say, you can seemlessly switch calls from one device to another without manually disconnect and reconnect.
The JBL Live Pro 2 have a mute function, they have the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.
The Devialet Gemini, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the earbuds.
The JBL Live Pro 2 too have a control panel on them.
Devialet Gemini have a warranty period of 2 Years, the period of time that warrant free repair and adjustment services in case of a malfunction occurring under normal use following instruction manuals.
When covered under the manufacturer’s warranty it is possible to get a replacement a malfunction occurs. JBL Live Pro 2 have a warranty period of 1Years,
less than that of Devialet Gemini by 1 Years
.
Devialet Gemini have voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information via audio messages, say if there is an issue with the connection.
The JBL Live Pro 2 also support voice prompts meaning the earbuds will notify you if the battery is low, and you need to recharge the device.
The Devialet Gemini come with their own special case. Carrying earphones openly, or placing them inside your pockets without a cover can easily put them at risk of getting damaged.
JBL Live Pro 2 also have a case included, which offers safe transportation.