A breakdown of the review per specifications

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ipX7

JBL LIVE 300 ipX5

IP ratings is the rating of protection offered by an enclosure, against dust and liquids. 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 protection against liquids (sweat).

Having a value of IPX5, the JBL LIVE 300's rating for solids indicates that no data available to specify a protection rating, and of liquids that they can withstand medium pressure jet that's 6.3mm diameter, similar to garden hose from any angle for 3 minutes at a distance of 2.5 to 3 metres.

In comparison to the JBL LIVE 300, Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro have a rating of IPX7 meaning that we are not yet certain of their rating with solids (dust) and that of liquids is that, JBL LIVE 300 has a lower liquid rating than Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro

Weight

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 12.6g

JBL LIVE 300 65.7g

The JBL LIVE 300 have a weight of 65.7g . We take in account a lower weight best for the reason that lighter devices are more comfortable to carry.

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro, at 12.6g are lighter than the JBL LIVE 300 by -53.1g

Has No Wires Or Cables

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

JBL LIVE 300 ✓

For a device to be true wireless it must have no wires connecting any part of the device together, JBL LIVE 300 are true wireless for this matter since they have no cables. This is a major distinction since wireless earbuds have wires linking the two earbuds together.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro also is true wireless since it doesn't have cables connecting the 2 earbuds .

Sweat Resistance

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

JBL LIVE 300 ✓

JBL LIVE 300 are resistant to sweat

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc

Is Dust Proof And Water-Resistant

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

JBL LIVE 300 ✗

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro are both dustproof and water-resistant.

Has An Earbud Foam

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

JBL LIVE 300 ✓

The earbud foam is designed to be ultracompact and lightweight, with almost no interference with earrings, spectacles, hats, or hairstyles. The JBL LIVE 300 have an earbud foam for some people it is more comfortable than the in-ear foam.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro also have an earbud foam, which implies that by design they rest on the outer concha ridge of your ear, located in the center of your outer ear.

Has Stereo Speakers

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

JBL LIVE 300 ✓

JBL LIVE 300 have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience.

Both Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro and JBL LIVE 300 have stereo speakers

Waterproof Depth Rating

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 1meters

JBL LIVE 300 ✗

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro are rated 1meters any depth more than that you are likely to lose the functionality of your device. Devices that can withstand more water pressure are better for diving.

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Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

JBL LIVE 300 ✗

ANC utilises advanced technology to reduce unwanted ambient sounds. How it works, it listens to the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and after generates a mirror signal to counter it. Simply put, it's like taking +1 (sound from your surrounding) and producing -1 (inverted noise) giving zero which results in a reduced level of noise.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro have Active Noise Cancellation allowing you to listen at lower volume levels, causing less ear fatigue since you don't have to crank up the earbuds volume to overcome background sounds.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

JBL LIVE 300 ✓

The JBL LIVE 300 sit well in place, this creates a sound seal that reduces background sounds while preventing the device voice audio from leaking out at the same.

Both of these devices have passive noise reduction this means that both tone down ambient noise without using ANC to cancel it out.

Driver Unit Size

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 11mm

JBL LIVE 300 5.8mm

JBL LIVE 300 have a unit size of 5.8mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, therefor producing better bass. A driver unit is the component that produces sound in the earbuds, its size dictates the sound produced by the device.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro driver unit is 11mm in diameter, making them have a larger driver unit than that of JBL LIVE 300 by 5.2mm , many people have a misconception that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.

However, large drivers usually have difficulty producing 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.

Lowest Frequency

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 20hz

JBL LIVE 300 20hz

JBL LIVE 300's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well a particular audio device generates low audible frequencies and if it alters the signal on its way through.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that both devices make sound with equal bass

Highest Frequency

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 20,000hz

JBL LIVE 300 20,000hz

The JBL LIVE 300's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response shows how well an audio device produces high audible frequencies and if it changes to the signal while at it.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that both devices can produce equal treble

Sound Pressure Level

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✗

JBL LIVE 300 95db/mw

SPL, is the level of pressure of sound, measured in decibels, dB, JBL LIVE 300's measurement is 95dB/mW. Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source.

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Battery Life

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 8hours

JBL LIVE 300 6hours

JBL LIVE 300'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 commonly given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro's battery life is more than that of JBL LIVE 300 by 2 hours . Every 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.

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 20hours

JBL LIVE 300 14hours

This is given by the manufacturer, and JBL LIVE 300's case has a full charge of 14 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go multiple times before having to recharge the case itself.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro's charging case has a battery life of 20 hours, more than that of JBL LIVE 300 by 6 hours

Charge Time

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 1hours

JBL LIVE 300 2hours

It takes 2 hours to fully charge the JBL LIVE 300's battery. It is recommended to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds when they have been unused for long periods.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro takes 1 hours to fully charge the battery, less than that of JBL LIVE 300 by 1 hours

Battery Power

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 61mah

JBL LIVE 300 60mah

JBL LIVE 300's battery capacity is 60mAh, battery power, represents the amount of electrical energy that a battery can keep.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro's battery power is 61mAh. more than that of JBL LIVE 300 by 1mAh

Has Wireless Charging

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

JBL LIVE 300 ✗

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the device, you simply put down on a supported charging pad.

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

JBL LIVE 300 ✓

JBL LIVE 300 have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the device has a low battery. Its lights show the charging state of your device and case.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro too have a battery level indicator, these allow you to tell the charging state of your earbuds, if charged fully, or having a low battery.

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Has Usb Type-C

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

JBL LIVE 300 ✓

The JBL LIVE 300 have USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro too use USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug comes along with most current electronics.

Bluetooth Version

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro v5

JBL LIVE 300 v5

The JBL LIVE 300 have Bluetooth version of 5, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data movement between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro has a Bluetooth version of 5, equal to that of the JBL LIVE 300 . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 10meters

JBL LIVE 300 10meters

JBL LIVE 300 have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the JBL LIVE 300

Has Aac

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

JBL LIVE 300 ✓

JBL LIVE 300 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.

Being the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the JBL LIVE 300 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 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.

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Number Of Microphones

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 6only

JBL LIVE 300 2only

The JBL LIVE 300 have 2 microphones.

While the Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro microphones are 6, more than that of JBL LIVE 300 by 4 . More microphones result in better sound quality and help the device to filter out noise.

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

JBL LIVE 300 ✗

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro have a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are made to reduce background sounds from the earbuds' sound.

Mic Sensitivity

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro -26dbv/pa

JBL LIVE 300 ✗

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro microphone sensitivity is measured at -26dBV/Pa. The magnitude 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.

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Has Ambient Sound Mode

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

JBL LIVE 300 ✓

The JBL LIVE 300 support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient sound so that they can still be heard even when wearing the earbuds

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro support ambient sound mode as well, it’s useful when you want to listen to music while being aware of your surrounding, for example when you’re having a run but still want to be able to hear traffic.

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

JBL LIVE 300 ✓

The JBL LIVE 300 support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when removed from your ears so that the music is paused.

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears saving battery life.

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

JBL LIVE 300 ✗

When lost in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro have a find earbuds feature.

Supports Fast Charging

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

JBL LIVE 300 ✓

JBL LIVE 300 support fast charging. Most often, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to fully charge a device.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro support fast charging. It's very similar to regular charging, just that the battery fills up much faster. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in 30 minutes.

Multipoint Count

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 2only

JBL LIVE 300 ✗

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro have a multipoint of 2 connections, this feature allows you connect to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. For example, you can seemlessly switch calls from one device to another without manually disconnect and reconnect.

Has A Mute Function

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

JBL LIVE 300 ✓

The JBL LIVE 300 have a mute function, they support the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro too support the mute function. It means that you are in position turn off the device's microphone, but still hear the other party talk.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

JBL LIVE 300 ✓

The JBL LIVE 300, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the device.

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro also have a control panel on them.

Warranty Period

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 2years

JBL LIVE 300 ✗

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro have a warranty period of 2 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.

Has Voice Prompts

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

JBL LIVE 300 ✓

The JBL LIVE 300 support voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information via audio messages, like if there is an issue with the connection.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro also support voice prompts .i.e the earbuds will notify you if the battery is low, and it's time to recharge them.

Travel Bag Is Included

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

JBL LIVE 300 ✓

JBL LIVE 300 come with their own special pouch. Carrying earphones openly, or putting them in your bag without a casing can easily damage them.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro too have a travel bag included, which offers safe transportation.

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Category	Features	Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro	JBL LIVE 300
DESIGN	ingress protection (ip) rating	ipX7	ipX5
	weight	12.6g	65.7g
	has no wires or cables	✓	✓
	sweat resistance	✓	✓
	is dust proof and water-resistant	✓	✗
	has an earbud foam	✓	✓
	has stereo speakers	✓	✓
	waterproof depth rating	1meters	✗
SOUND QUALITY	has active noise cancellation (noise control)	✓	✗
	has passive noise reduction	✓	✓
	driver unit size	11mm	5.8mm
	lowest frequency	20hz	20hz
	highest frequency	20,000hz	20,000hz
	sound pressure level	✗	95db/mw
POWER	battery life	8hours	6hours
	battery life of charging case	20hours	14hours
	charge time	1hours	2hours
	battery power	61mah	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	✓	✓
MICROPHONE	number of microphones	6only	2only
	has a noise-canceling microphone	✓	✗
	mic sensitivity	-26dbv/pa	✗
EXTRAS	has ambient sound mode	✓	✓
	has in/on-ear detection	✓	✓
	has find earbuds feature	✓	✗
	supports fast charging	✓	✓
	multipoint count	2only	✗
	has a mute function	✓	✓
	control panel placed on a device	✓	✓
	warranty period	2years	✗
	has voice prompts	✓	✓
	travel bag is included	✓	✓
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A breakdown of the review per specifications

Design

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Weight

Has No Wires Or Cables

Sweat Resistance

Is Dust Proof And Water-Resistant

Has An Earbud Foam

Has Stereo Speakers

Waterproof Depth Rating

Sound Quality

Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Driver Unit Size

Lowest Frequency

Highest Frequency

Sound Pressure Level

Power

Battery Life

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Charge Time

Battery Power

Has Wireless Charging

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Connectivity

Has Usb Type-C

Bluetooth Version

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Has Aac

Microphone

Number Of Microphones

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Mic Sensitivity

Extras

Has Ambient Sound Mode

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Supports Fast Charging

Multipoint Count

Has A Mute Function

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Warranty Period

Has Voice Prompts

Travel Bag Is Included

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