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Category | Features | JBL Endurance Peak | LG Tone Free Fit TF8 |
---|---|---|---|
DESIGN | ingress protection (ip) rating | IPX7 | IP67 |
weight | 30g | 5.7g | |
has no wires or cables | ✓ | ✓ | |
wingtips included | ✓ | ✓ | |
sweat resistance | ✓ | ✓ | |
is dust proof and water-resistant | ✓ | ✓ | |
has an earbud foam | ✓ | ✗ | |
has stereo speakers | ✓ | ✓ | |
SOUND QUALITY | has active noise cancellation (noise control) | ✓ | ✓ |
has passive noise reduction | ✗ | ✓ | |
driver unit size | 10mm | 6mm | |
lowest frequency | 16Hz | 20Hz | |
highest frequency | 22000Hz | 20000Hz | |
POWER | battery life | 4hours | 10hours |
battery life of charging case | 24hours | 20hours | |
charge time | 2hours | 1hours | |
battery power | 75mAh | 68mAh | |
has wireless charging | ✗ | ✓ | |
has a battery level indicator | ✓ | ✓ | |
CONNECTIVITY | has usb type-c | ✗ | ✓ |
bluetooth version | v4.2 | v5.3 | |
maximum bluetooth range | 10meters | 10meters | |
has aac | ✗ | ✓ | |
MICROPHONE | number of microphones | 1only | 6only |
has a noise-canceling microphone | ✗ | ✓ | |
EXTRAS | has ambient sound mode | ✗ | ✓ |
has in/on-ear detection | ✗ | ✓ | |
supports fast charging | ✗ | ✓ | |
multipoint count | ✗ | 2only | |
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 rank of protection given by a casing, against dust and water. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value refers to protection against solids such as dust, followed by the one that refers to resistance against liquids (water).
Scoring IPX7, the JBL Endurance Peak'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 7 means 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, LG Tone Free Fit TF8 have a rating of IP67 meaning that
they are completely dust proof
and that of liquids is that,
they both have the same rating against liquids
JBL Endurance Peak have a weight of 30g . We prefer a lower weight better for the reason that lighter devices are easier to move with.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8, at 5.7g
weigh less than the JBL Endurance Peak with a difference -24.3g
For a device to be true wireless it must have no wires linking any part of the device together, JBL Endurance Peak 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 two earbuds .
LG Tone Free Fit TF8 also is true wireless since it has no wires connecting the two earbuds together.
The JBL Endurance Peak come with wingtips, these are reserved for earbuds for workouts and come as an optional add-on to the separate silicone ear tip for a more secure fit.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8 too have wingtips, these rest against the triangular fossa and form a secure fit to combat vigorous movement, they come in handy for sports and other physical activities. When used rightly, they prevent the earbuds from falling off.
JBL Endurance Peak have sweat resistance
LG Tone Free Fit TF8's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc
The JBL Endurance Peak are both dustproof and water-resistant.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8 too are dustproof and water-resistant, which means that they can prevent water and dust from entering the interior of the devices keeping the interior components safe
An earbud foam is made to be ultracompact and lightweight, with almost no interference with earrings, spectacles, hats, or hairstyles. The JBL Endurance Peak have an earbud foam to some it is more comfortable than the in-ear foam.
JBL Endurance Peak have stereo speakers, what this means is that JBL Endurance Peak's speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience.
The LG Tone Free Fit TF8 also have stereo speakers
ANC uses advanced technology to actively counter noise. ANC works when, it studies the sound pattern of incoming noise and then generates a mirror signal to counter it. In simple terms, it's like taking +1 (noise) then producing -1 (counter sound by the device) to make 0 therefore "diluting" the noise.
The JBL Endurance Peak have Active Noise Cancellation allowing you to listen at lower levels of volume, causing less ear fatigue since you don't need to crank up the earbuds volume to outcompete background sounds.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8 too have ANC making either of the earbuds ideal for flights and rush hour commutes. Each work with different noise cancellation modes, pick the noise cancellation type that suits your travel or that enhances your relaxation time.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8 stay tightly in place, this creates a sound covering that reduces background sounds and also prevents the device sound from leaking out .
The JBL Endurance Peak driver unit is 10mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, and can produce better bass.
A driver unit is the component that makes sound in the device, the unit size corellates with the loudness of the earbuds.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8 driver unit is 6mm in diameter,
which means that they have a smaller driver unit than that of JBL Endurance Peak by 4mm
, a common assumption that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.
However, large drivers usually have difficulty producing high frequencies so yes, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not imply that they deliver better quality sound.
The JBL Endurance Peak's lowest frequency is at 16Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well an audio component generates low recognizable frequencies and if it alters the signal on its way through.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that
JBL Endurance Peak produce a juicier bass than the LG Tone Free Fit TF8
JBL Endurance Peak's highest frequency is at 22000Hz, high-frequency response shows how well an audio device makes high audible frequencies and if it changes to the signal while at it.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8's highest frequency is at 20000Hz, this implies that
JBL Endurance Peak produce a clearer and crispier treble than the LG Tone Free Fit TF8
JBL Endurance Peak's battery life is 4 hours, a device's battery life is usually given by the manufacturer, and with more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chanrgings.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8's battery life is
more than that of JBL Endurance Peak by 6 hours
. Each time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less playing 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.
The battery life of the charging case is given by the vendor, and the JBL Endurance Peak's case has a full charge of 24 hours. A charging case with more battery hours enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go many times before having to recharge the case itself.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8's charging case has a battery life of 20 hours,
less than that of JBL Endurance Peak by 4 hours
It takes 2 hours to fully charge the JBL Endurance Peak's battery. It is recommended to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds when they have been unused for long periods.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8 takes 1 hours to fully charge the battery,
less than that of JBL Endurance Peak by 1 hours
JBL Endurance Peak's battery power is 75mAh, battery power, shows the amount of electrical energy that a battery can store.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8's battery power is 68mAh.
less than that of JBL Endurance Peak by 7mAh
LG Tone Free Fit TF8, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you simply place down on a supported charging pad.
The JBL Endurance Peak have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the earbuds has a low battery. Its lights display the charging status of your device and case.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8 too have a battery level indicator, these allow you to determine the charging state of your device, whether fully charged, or having a low battery.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8 support USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable.
JBL Endurance Peak have Bluetooth version of 4.2, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data movement between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8 has a Bluetooth version of 5.3,
newer than that of JBL Endurance Peak
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
The JBL Endurance Peak have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8 have a maximum range of 10meters,
equal to that of the JBL Endurance Peak
LG Tone Free Fit TF8 support AAC, a codec that is used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Since it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it can provide better results than other codecs at the same bit rate.
Since its the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the LG Tone Free Fit TF8 will work well with your MacBook. 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 JBL Endurance Peak have 1 microphones.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8 microphones are 6,
more than that of JBL Endurance Peak by 5
. More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the device to filter out noise.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8 use a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are intended to filter out background sounds from the desired sound.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8 support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient noises so that they can still be heard even while wearing the earbuds
LG Tone Free Fit TF8 have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when removed from your ears so that the music is paused.
The LG Tone Free Fit TF8 support fast charging. Most often, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the time it takes to charge the earbuds.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8 have a multipoint of 2 connections, the multipoint feature allows you to link to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. For example, you can easily switch calls from one device to another without manually disconnect and reconnect.
The LG Tone Free Fit TF8 have a mute function, they support the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.
With the JBL Endurance Peak, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the earbuds.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8 too have a control panel on them.
JBL Endurance Peak 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.
JBL Endurance Peak have voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information via audio messages, like if there is a problem with the connection.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8 also have voice prompts .i.e the device will notify you if the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge them.
The JBL Endurance Peak come with a special pouch. Carrying earbuds without a case, or putting them inside your pockets without a casing can easily damage them.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8 also have a case included, which is useful for safe transportation.