Overall Score 6.5 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
Overall Score 5.3 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
Category | Features | JBL Endurance Peak 3 | Powerbeats Pro |
---|---|---|---|
DESIGN | ingress protection (ip) rating | IP68 | IPX4 |
weight | 25g | 20.3g | |
has no wires or cables | ✓ | ✓ | |
wingtips included | ✓ | ✓ | |
sweat resistance | ✓ | ✓ | |
is dust proof and water-resistant | ✗ | ✓ | |
has stereo speakers | ✓ | ✓ | |
SOUND QUALITY | has passive noise reduction | ✓ | ✓ |
driver unit size | 10mm | 12mm | |
lowest frequency | 20Hz | 10Hz | |
highest frequency | 20,000Hz | ✗ | |
sound pressure level | 102dB/mW | ✗ | |
POWER | battery life | 10hours | 9hours |
battery life of charging case | 40hours | 24hours | |
charge time | 2hours | 0.7hours | |
has a battery level indicator | ✓ | ✓ | |
CONNECTIVITY | has usb type-c | ✓ | ✗ |
bluetooth version | v5.2 | v5 | |
maximum bluetooth range | 10meters | 10meters | |
has aac | ✓ | ✓ | |
MICROPHONE | number of microphones | 4only | 2only |
EXTRAS | has ambient sound mode | ✓ | ✗ |
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 rank of protection offered by an enclosure, against dust and water. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value means protection against solids say dust, followed by the one that refers to resistance against liquids (sweat).
Having a value of IP68, the JBL Endurance Peak 3's rating is read as, the first number of 6 denotes that they are completely dust proof, and the second value 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..
Compared to the JBL Endurance Peak 3, Powerbeats Pro have a rating of IPX4 meaning that
no data available to specify a protection rating
and that of liquids is that,
Powerbeats Pro has a lower liquid rating than JBL Endurance Peak 3
JBL Endurance Peak 3 have a weight of 25g . We consider a lower weight better because lighter devices are more comfortable to move with.
The Powerbeats Pro, at 20.3g
weigh less than the JBL Endurance Peak 3 with a difference -4.7g
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 case since they have no wires. This is a major difference since wireless earbuds have wires connecting the two earbuds together.
Powerbeats Pro also is true wireless since it has no wires linking the pair of earbuds together.
JBL Endurance Peak 3 have wingtips, these are commonly used for earbuds for workouts and come as an optional add-on to the separate silicone ear tip for a more secure fit.
Powerbeats Pro too have wingtips, by resting against the triangular fossa and form a secure fit to match vigorous movement, wingtips are best suited for sports and other physical activities. When used correctly, they secure the earbuds from falling off.
JBL Endurance Peak 3 are resistant to sweat
Powerbeats Pro's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc
The Powerbeats Pro are both dustproof and water-resistant.
JBL Endurance Peak 3 have stereo speakers, what this means is that JBL Endurance Peak 3's speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience.
The Powerbeats Pro also have stereo speakers
JBL Endurance Peak 3 stay tightly in place, creating an acoustic seal that reduces your environment sounds and also prevents the device voice audio from leaking out .
Both of these devices have passive noise reduction which implies that both limit ambient noise without using ANC to cancel it out.
JBL Endurance Peak 3 have a unit size of 10mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, and can produce better bass.
The driver unit is basically a mini speaker that makes sound in the device, the unit size determines the sound made by the earbuds.
Powerbeats Pro driver unit is 12mm in diameter,
making them have a larger driver unit than that of JBL Endurance Peak 3 by 2mm
, many people have a misconception 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 indicate that they deliver better quality sound.
JBL Endurance Peak 3's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well a particular audio component generates low audible frequencies and if it alters the signal while at it.
Powerbeats Pro's lowest frequency is at 10Hz, this implies that
Powerbeats Pro can make sound with a juicier bass than the JBL Endurance Peak 3
JBL Endurance Peak 3's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response indicates how well a particular audio device generates high recognizable frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal while at it.
SPL, is the pressure level of sound, 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 given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings.
Powerbeats Pro's battery life is
less than that of JBL Endurance Peak 3 by 1 hours
. Each time you recharge your device, they get a little less listening time. The effect is barely noticeable at first, but over a few years, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time.
This is given by the vendor, and the JBL Endurance Peak 3's case is said to have a charge of 40 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go many times before recharging the case itself.
Powerbeats Pro's charging case has a battery life of 24 hours,
less than that of JBL Endurance Peak 3 by 16 hours
It requires 2 hours to fully charge the JBL Endurance Peak 3's battery. It is recommended to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds when they have been unused for long periods.
Powerbeats Pro takes 0.7 hours to fully charge the battery,
less than that of JBL Endurance Peak 3 by 1.3 hours
JBL Endurance Peak 3 have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the earbuds has a low battery. The battery indicator lights indicate the charging status of your device and charging case.
Powerbeats Pro too have a battery level indicator, these allow you to tell the charging state of your earbuds, whether fully charged, or the battery is running low.
The JBL Endurance Peak 3 support USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable.
The JBL Endurance Peak 3 have Bluetooth version of 5.2, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data transfers between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.
Powerbeats Pro has a Bluetooth version of 5,
older than that of JBL Endurance Peak 3
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
JBL Endurance Peak 3 have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth.
Powerbeats Pro have a maximum range of 10meters,
equal to that of the JBL Endurance Peak 3
JBL Endurance Peak 3 support AAC, a codec 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.
Being the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the JBL Endurance Peak 3 will work fine with your iPhone. If you are planning 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 Powerbeats Pro 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 JBL Endurance Peak 3 have 4 microphones.
The Powerbeats Pro microphones are 2,
less than that of JBL Endurance Peak 3 by 2
. More microphones result in better sound quality and help the earbuds to filter out noise.
JBL Endurance Peak 3 support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient noises to still be heard even while wearing them
If misplaced in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, the JBL Endurance Peak 3 have a find earbuds feature.
The Powerbeats Pro support fast charging. Commonly, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the time it takes to charge a device.
JBL Endurance Peak 3 have a mute function, they have the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.
With the JBL Endurance Peak 3, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the device.
The Powerbeats Pro too have a control panel on them.
The JBL Endurance Peak 3 have voice prompts. Automatically receive information through audio messages, say if there is an issue with the connection.
JBL Endurance Peak 3 come with their own special case. Carrying earphones without a case, or placing them in your bag without a casing can easily put them at risk of getting damaged.
Powerbeats Pro too have a travel bag included, which is useful for safe transportation.