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Category | Features | Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus | JBL Endurance Peak 2 |
---|---|---|---|
DESIGN | ingress protection (ip) rating | IPX2 | IPX7 |
weight | 12.6g | 26g | |
has no wires or cables | ✓ | ✓ | |
wingtips included | ✓ | ✓ | |
sweat resistance | ✓ | ✓ | |
has stereo speakers | ✓ | ✓ | |
SOUND QUALITY | has passive noise reduction | ✓ | ✓ |
driver unit size | ✗ | 10mm | |
lowest frequency | 20Hz | 20Hz | |
highest frequency | 20000Hz | 20000Hz | |
sound pressure level | ✗ | 93dB/mW | |
POWER | battery life | 11hours | 6hours |
battery life of charging case | 22hours | 24hours | |
charge time | 1hours | 2hours | |
battery power | 85mAh | 60mAh | |
has wireless charging | ✓ | ✗ | |
has a battery level indicator | ✓ | ✓ | |
CONNECTIVITY | has usb type-c | ✓ | ✓ |
bluetooth version | v5 | v5 | |
maximum bluetooth range | 10meters | 10meters | |
has aac | ✓ | ✓ | |
audio latency | 134ms | ✗ | |
MICROPHONE | number of microphones | 6only | 2only |
mic sensitivity | ✗ | -38dBV/Pa | |
EXTRAS | has ambient sound mode | ✓ | ✗ |
has in/on-ear detection | ✓ | ✗ | |
has find earbuds feature | ✓ | ✗ | |
supports fast charging | ✓ | ✓ | |
has a mute function | ✓ | ✗ | |
control panel placed on a device | ✓ | ✓ | |
warranty period | 1Years | 1Years | |
has voice prompts | ✓ | ✓ | |
travel bag is included | ✓ | ✓ | |
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Ingress protection ratings is the rank of protection offered by a casing, against dust 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 protection against liquids (sweat).
Scoring IPX7, the JBL Endurance Peak 2's rating for solids indicates that no data available to specify a protection rating, and of liquids that they are protected against temporary immersion in water under set conditions, say 1 metre for 30 minutes.
In comparison to the JBL Endurance Peak 2, Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have a rating of IPX2 meaning that
we are not yet certain of their rating with solids (dust)
and that of liquids is that,
JBL Endurance Peak 2 has a higher liquid rating than Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus
The JBL Endurance Peak 2 have a weight of 26g . We take in account a lower weight better because lighter devices are more comfortable to move with.
The Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus, at 12.6g
weigh less than the JBL Endurance Peak 2 with a difference -13.4g
True wireless devices have no wires linking any part of the device together, JBL Endurance Peak 2 are true wireless for this matter since they have no cables. This is an important distinction since wireless earbuds have wires linking the 2 earbuds together.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus also is true wireless since it has no cables connecting the pair of earbuds .
JBL Endurance Peak 2 have wingtips, these are reserved for workout earbuds and are usually an optional add-on to the separate silicone ear tip for a more secure fit.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus too have wingtips, these rest against the triangular fossa and form a secure fit to combat vigorous movement, wingtips are best suited for sports and other physical activities. When used correctly, they prevent the earbuds from falling off.
JBL Endurance Peak 2 have sweat resistance
Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus's resistance to sweat makes both devices good for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc
JBL Endurance Peak 2 have stereo speakers, what this means is that JBL Endurance Peak 2's 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 Plus also have stereo speakers
The JBL Endurance Peak 2 sit well in place, creating a sound seal that tones down your environment noise while preventing the device sound from leaking out .
Both Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus, and JBL Endurance Peak 2 have passive noise reduction this implies that they tone down ambient noise instead of actively using technology to cancel it out.
The JBL Endurance Peak 2 driver unit is 10mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, and can produce better bass. A driver unit is basically a mini speaker that makes sound in the earbuds, its size corellates with the sound produced by the earbuds.
JBL Endurance Peak 2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well an audio device produces low frequencies that can be heard, and if it alters the signal while at it.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that
both devices can produce equal bass
JBL Endurance Peak 2's highest frequency is at 20000Hz, high-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio device makes high audible frequencies and if it changes to the signal on its way through.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus's highest frequency is at 20000Hz, this implies that
both devices can produce equal treble
SPL, is the level of pressure of sound, in decibels, dB, JBL Endurance Peak 2's measurement is 93dB/mW. Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source.
The JBL Endurance Peak 2's battery life is 6 hours, these last longer 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 have to charge the device less often.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus's battery life is
more than that of JBL Endurance Peak 2 by 5 hours
. Each time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less listening time. The effect is not noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time.
The battery life of the charging case is given by the manufacturer, and JBL Endurance Peak 2's case is said to have a full charge of 24 hours. A charging case with more battery hours enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go multiple times before having to recharge the case itself.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus's charging case has a battery life of 22 hours,
less than that of JBL Endurance Peak 2 by 2 hours
It requires 2 hours to fully charge the JBL Endurance Peak 2's battery. It is recommended to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds for the first time.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus takes 1 hours to fully charge the battery,
less than that of JBL Endurance Peak 2 by 1 hours
JBL Endurance Peak 2's battery power is 60mAh, battery capacity, represents the amount of electrical energy that a battery can keep.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus's battery power is 85mAh.
more than that of JBL Endurance Peak 2 by 25mAh
The Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you just put down on a supported charging pad.
JBL Endurance Peak 2 have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the earbuds has a low battery. The battery indicator lights indicate the charging state of your earbuds and charging case.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus too have a battery level indicator, these enable you tell the charging state of your device, if charged fully, or having a low battery.
The JBL Endurance Peak 2 use USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus too support USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug comes along with most current electronics.
JBL Endurance Peak 2 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.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus has a Bluetooth version of 5,
equal to that of the JBL Endurance Peak 2
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
The JBL Endurance Peak 2 have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have a maximum range of 10meters,
equal to that of the JBL Endurance Peak 2
JBL Endurance Peak 2 support AAC, a codec that is used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Because it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it can provide better results than other codecs at a similar bit rate.
Being the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the JBL Endurance Peak 2 will work well with your iPhone. If you intend on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well.
The Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus 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.
Latency refers to the time it takes for the audio signal to be transmitted to your earbuds. Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have a latency of 134ms, a lower latency reduces audio lag and is particularly important when playing games or watching videos.
The JBL Endurance Peak 2 have 2 microphones.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus microphones are 6,
more than that of JBL Endurance Peak 2 by 4
. More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the earbuds to filter out noise.
The JBL Endurance Peak 2 microphone sensitivity is measured at -38dBV/Pa. The extent of the analog or digital output signal from the microphone with its input stimulus is a measure of its sensitivity. It's the 'loudness' of the sound that the earbud microphone can pick up.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient sound to still be heard even while wearing the earbuds
Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when removed from your ears so that the music is paused.
If misplaced in a room, or can't be found in your bag, the Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have a find earbuds feature.
The JBL Endurance Peak 2 support fast charging. Usually, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to charge the earbuds.
Also the Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus too support fast charging. It's very similar to regular charging, only that the battery fills up much faster. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in just 30 minutes.
The Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have a mute function, they support the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.
The JBL Endurance Peak 2, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the earbuds.
The Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus too have a control panel on them.
The JBL Endurance Peak 2 have a warranty period of 1 Years, the period of time that warrant free repair and adjustment services in case of a malfunction occurring under normal use that has followed instruction manuals.
When covered under the manufacturer’s warranty it is possible to get a replacement in the case of a malfunction. Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have a warranty period of 1Years,
equal to that of the JBL Endurance Peak 2
.
JBL Endurance Peak 2 support voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, like if there is an issue with the connection.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus too support voice prompts meaning the earbuds notifies you when the battery is low, and you need to recharge the earbuds.
JBL Endurance Peak 2 come with a special pouch. Carrying earbuds without a case, or putting them in your pockets without a cover can easily damage them.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus too have a travel bag included, which is useful for safe transportation.