Overall Score 7 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
Overall Score 6.5 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
Category | Features | Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus | JBL Endurance Peak 3 |
---|---|---|---|
DESIGN | ingress protection (ip) rating | IPX2 | IP68 |
weight | 12.6g | 25g | |
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 | 20,000Hz | 20,000Hz | |
sound pressure level | ✗ | 102dB/mW | |
POWER | battery life | 11hours | 10hours |
battery life of charging case | 22hours | 40hours | |
charge time | 1hours | 2hours | |
has wireless charging | ✓ | ✗ | |
has a battery level indicator | ✓ | ✓ | |
CONNECTIVITY | has usb type-c | ✓ | ✓ |
bluetooth version | v5 | v5.2 | |
maximum bluetooth range | 10meters | 10meters | |
has aac | ✓ | ✓ | |
MICROPHONE | number of microphones | 6only | 4only |
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 | ✗ | |
has voice prompts | ✓ | ✓ | |
travel bag is included | ✓ | ✓ | |
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IP ratings is the rating of protection offered by an enclosure, against dust and water. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value of the IP rating represents protection against solids say dust, while the second refers to protection against liquids (sweat).
Having a value of IP68, the JBL Endurance Peak 3's rating for solids indicates that they are completely dust proof, and of liquids 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, Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have a rating of IPX2 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 Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus
JBL Endurance Peak 3 have a weight of 25g . We prefer a lower weight better because lighter devices are easier to carry.
The Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus, at 12.6g
weigh less than the JBL Endurance Peak 3 by -12.4g
For a device to be true wireless it must have no wires connecting any part of the device together, JBL Endurance Peak 3 are true wireless for this case since they don't have wires. This is a key difference as some wireless earbuds have cables connecting the pair of earbuds together.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus also is true wireless since it doesn't have cables linking the 2 earbuds together.
The JBL Endurance Peak 3 come with wingtips, these are reserved for earbuds for workouts and come as an optional add-on to each silicone ear tip for a better fit.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus 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. If applied rightly, they secure the earbuds from falling off.
JBL Endurance Peak 3 have sweat resistance
Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus's resistance to sweat makes both devices good for use during long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , 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, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience.
Both Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus and JBL Endurance Peak 3 have stereo speakers
The JBL Endurance Peak 3 stay well in place, this creates a sound seal that tones down background noise well as preventing the earbuds sound from leaking out .
Both Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus, and JBL Endurance Peak 3 have passive noise reduction this implies that both limit ambient noise instead of actively using technology to cancel it out.
The JBL Endurance Peak 3 have a unit size of 10mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, therefor producing better bass. The driver unit is the component that produces sound in the earbuds, its size determines the loudness of the earbuds.
The JBL Endurance Peak 3's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, 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 while at it.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that
both devices make sound with equal bass
The JBL Endurance Peak 3's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response measures if and how well an audio component generates high audible frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that
both devices generate equal treble
SPL, is the level of pressure 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 given by the manufacturer, and with more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus's battery life is
more than that of JBL Endurance Peak 3 by 1 hours
. Every 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 no longer play for long like they used to.
This is given by the manufacturer, and JBL Endurance Peak 3's case has a full charge of 40 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go many 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 3 by 18 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 in storage for extended periods.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus takes 1 hours to fully charge the battery,
less than that of JBL Endurance Peak 3 by 1 hours
Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you just put down on a compatible charging pad.
The JBL Endurance Peak 3 have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the earbuds has a low battery. The battery indicator lights show 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 earbuds, whether fully charged, or the battery is running low.
JBL Endurance Peak 3 use USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus too use 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 transfers between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus 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.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus 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. Since it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it provides better results than other codecs at a similar 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 MacBook. 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.
The JBL Endurance Peak 3 have 4 microphones.
While the Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus microphones are 6,
more than that of JBL Endurance Peak 3 by 2
. More microphones record better sound quality and enable the earbuds to filter out background sounds.
JBL Endurance Peak 3 support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient sound to still be heard even when wearing them
The Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus support ambient sound mode as well, it’s useful when you want to listen to music but also be aware of what’s happening around you, say you’re having a run but would still want to be able to hear traffic.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when removed from your ears .
When misplaced in a room, or can't be found in your bag, JBL Endurance Peak 3 have a find earbuds feature.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus also have the find earbuds feature. You can use the earbuds app on your smartphone to play a sound from your earbuds to help you locate them.
The Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus support fast charging. Most often, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the time it takes to fully charge a device.
The JBL Endurance Peak 3 have a mute function, they support the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.
The Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus also support the mute function. The mute function means that you can turn off the device's microphone, but still hear the other party's voice.
The JBL Endurance Peak 3, 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.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus 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.
The JBL Endurance Peak 3 support voice prompts. Automatically receive information through audio messages, like if there is an issue with the connection.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus also have voice prompts .i.e the device will notify you if the battery is low, and you need to recharge them.
The JBL Endurance Peak 3 come with a special pouch. Carrying earbuds without a case, or placing them inside your pockets without a cover may easily damage them.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus too have a travel bag included, which is useful for safe transportation.