JBL Endurance Peak 3
See price on AmazonOverall Score 6.5 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
Marshall Minor III
See price on AmazonOverall Score 6 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
Category | Features | JBL Endurance Peak 3 | Marshall Minor III |
---|---|---|---|
DESIGN | ingress protection (ip) rating | IP68 | IPX4 |
weight | 25g | 8g | |
has no wires or cables | ✓ | ✓ | |
wingtips included | ✓ | ✗ | |
sweat resistance | ✓ | ✓ | |
has stereo speakers | ✓ | ✓ | |
SOUND QUALITY | has passive noise reduction | ✓ | ✗ |
driver unit size | 10mm | 12mm | |
lowest frequency | 20Hz | 20Hz | |
highest frequency | 20,000Hz | 20,000Hz | |
sound pressure level | 102dB/mW | ✗ | |
POWER | battery life | 10hours | 5hours |
battery life of charging case | 40hours | 25hours | |
charge time | 2hours | 1.5hours | |
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 hd | ✗ | ✓ | |
MICROPHONE | number of microphones | 4only | 2only |
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 | ✓ | ✓ | |
has voice prompts | ✓ | ✓ | |
travel bag is included | ✓ | ✓ | |
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Ingress protection ratings refer to the level of protection given by a casing, against dust and water. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value means protection against solids say dust, while the second refers to protection against liquids (water).
Scoring IP68, the JBL Endurance Peak 3's rating is read as, the first value of 6 denotes that they are completely dust proof, and the second number of 8 means that they are protected against the effects of continuous immersion in water, ingress of water in quantities causing harmful effects shall not be possible. Conditions should be more severe than for numeral 7..
In comparison to the JBL Endurance Peak 3, Marshall Minor III have a rating of IPX4 meaning that
no data available to specify a protection rating
and that of liquids is that,
JBL Endurance Peak 3 has a higher liquid rating than Marshall Minor III
JBL Endurance Peak 3 have a weight of 25g . We consider a lower weight better because lighter devices are more comfortable to move with.
Marshall Minor III, at 8g
weigh less than the JBL Endurance Peak 3 by -17g
For a device to be true wireless it should have no cables connecting any part of the device together, JBL Endurance Peak 3 are true wireless for this matter since they have no wires. This is a major difference since wireless earbuds have wires connecting the 2 earbuds together.
Marshall Minor III also is true wireless because it has no cables connecting the 2 earbuds together.
JBL Endurance Peak 3 have wingtips, these are reserved for workout earbuds and are usually an optional add-on to each silicone ear tip for a better fit.
JBL Endurance Peak 3 are resistant to sweat
Marshall Minor III's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use during long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc
JBL Endurance Peak 3 have stereo speakers, what this means is that JBL Endurance Peak 3's speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience.
The Marshall Minor III also have stereo speakers
The JBL Endurance Peak 3 sit well in place, this creates an acoustic seal that tones down background sounds well as preventing the device music from leaking out at the same.
The JBL Endurance Peak 3 have a unit size of 10mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the 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 device.
Marshall Minor III driver unit is 12mm in diameter,
making them have a larger driver unit than that of JBL Endurance Peak 3 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 are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not imply that they deliver better quality sound.
The JBL Endurance Peak 3's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well a particular audio component produces low audible frequencies and if it alters the signal on its way through.
Marshall Minor III's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that
both devices make sound with equal bass
The JBL Endurance Peak 3's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response tells how well a particular audio component makes high audible frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal on its way through.
Marshall Minor III's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that
both devices can generate equal treble
SPL, is the pressure level of sound, measured in decibels, dB, JBL Endurance Peak 3's measurement is 102dB/mW. Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source.
JBL Endurance Peak 3's battery life is 10 hours, these last longer than 5 hours of listening which is considered average before recharge. A device's battery life is usually given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and have to charge the device less often.
Marshall Minor III's battery life is
less than that of JBL Endurance Peak 3 by 5 hours
. Every time you recharge your device, they get a little less listening time. The effect is not 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 vendor, and JBL Endurance Peak 3's case is said to have a full charge of 40 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go several times before recharging the case itself.
Marshall Minor III's charging case has a battery life of 25 hours,
less than that of JBL Endurance Peak 3 by 15 hours
It requires 2 hours to fully charge the JBL Endurance Peak 3's battery. It is recommended to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds for the first time.
Marshall Minor III takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the battery,
less than that of JBL Endurance Peak 3 by 0.5 hours
Marshall Minor III, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you just place down on a compatible charging pad.
The JBL Endurance Peak 3 have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the device has a low battery. Its lights show the charging state of your device and case.
Marshall Minor III too have a battery level indicator, these enable you determine the charging state of your earbuds, whether fully charged, or having a low battery.
JBL Endurance Peak 3 use USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable.
Marshall Minor III too have USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug comes along with most current laptops, phones, and tablets.
The JBL Endurance Peak 3 have Bluetooth version of 5.2, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data movement between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.
Marshall Minor III has a Bluetooth version of 5.2,
equal to that of the JBL Endurance Peak 3
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
JBL Endurance Peak 3 have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth.
Marshall Minor III have a maximum range of 10meters,
equal to that of the JBL Endurance Peak 3
JBL Endurance Peak 3 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 JBL Endurance Peak 3 will work well with your iPad. If you intend on using these with Android you need to pay even closer attention to codec support for if they only have AAC they won't provide the best audio quality possible, ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well.
The Marshall Minor III support APTX HD, an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that are developed by Qualcomm. It supports high-quality 24-bit audio (at a bit rate of 576kbps).
JBL Endurance Peak 3 have 4 microphones.
The Marshall Minor III microphones are 2,
less than that of JBL Endurance Peak 3 by 2
. More microphones record better sound quality and help the earbuds to filter out background sounds.
JBL Endurance Peak 3 support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient noises to still be heard even when wearing the earbuds
The Marshall Minor III support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when they are removed from your ears so that the music is paused.
If lost in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, JBL Endurance Peak 3 have a find earbuds feature.
Marshall Minor III support fast charging. Most often, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the amount of time it takes to charge the earbuds.
JBL Endurance Peak 3 have a mute function, they have the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.
The Marshall Minor III also 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 JBL Endurance Peak 3, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the device.
The Marshall Minor III also have a control panel on them.
The JBL Endurance Peak 3 have voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information via audio messages, like if there is an issue with the connection.
The Marshall Minor III also support voice prompts .i.e the earbuds notifies you if the battery is low, and you need to recharge the device.
JBL Endurance Peak 3 come with a special pouch. Carrying earphones openly, or putting them inside your bag without a cover may easily damage them.
Marshall Minor III too have a case included, which is useful for safe transportation.