Jbl Live Pro 2 Vs. Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro Review In Detail

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

JBL Live Pro 2 IPX5

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro IPX7

Ingress protection ratings is the rank of protection given by a casing, against solids and water. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value refers to protection against solids such as dust, while the second refers to resistance against liquids (sweat).

Scoring IPX5, the JBL Live Pro 2's rating is read as, the first value of X denotes 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 Pro 2, 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, Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro has a higher liquid rating than JBL Live Pro 2

Weight

JBL Live Pro 2 9.6g

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 12.6g

JBL Live Pro 2 have a weight of 9.6g . We take in account a lower weight best for the reason that lighter devices are more comfortable to carry.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro, at 12.6g weigh more than the JBL Live Pro 2 by of 3g

Has No Wires Or Cables

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

True wireless devices have no cables linking any part of the device together, JBL Live Pro 2 are true wireless for this matter since they don't have wires. This is a key difference as some 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 pair of earbuds together.

Sweat Resistance

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

JBL Live Pro 2 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, training in workout bodysuits, etc

Is Dust Proof And Water-Resistant

JBL Live Pro 2 ✗

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

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

Has Stereo Speakers

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

JBL Live Pro 2 have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience.

Both Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro and JBL Live Pro 2 have stereo speakers

Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Active noise cancellation utilises advanced technology to actively cancel noise. How it works, it listens to the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and then generates a mirror signal to counter it. In simple terms, it's like taking +1 (noise) and producing -1 (counter sound by the device) to make zero thus "diluting" the noise.

The JBL Live Pro 2 have Active Noise Cancellation allowing you to listen at lower volume levels, causing less ear fatigue as you don't need to crank up the earbuds volume to overcome background noise.

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro too have Active Noise Cancellation making either of the earbuds ideal for plane rides and rush hour travels. Each operate with different noise cancellation modes, pick the setting that suits your travel or that suites your chill time.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

JBL Live Pro 2 sit tightly in place, creating a sound seal that reduces background noise and also prevents the device sound from leaking out .

Both of these devices have passive noise reduction which means that both reduce ambient noise instead of actively using ANC to cancel it out.

Driver Unit Size

JBL Live Pro 2 11mm

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 11mm

The JBL Live Pro 2 have a unit size of 11mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, therefor producing better bass. The driver unit is the component that makes sound in the earbuds, the unit size determines the loudness of the earbuds.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro driver unit is 11mm in diameter, making both devices similar in how loud their sound gets , a common assumption that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.

However, large drivers find it difficult to produce high frequencies so yeah, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not mean that they deliver better quality sound.

Lowest Frequency

JBL Live Pro 2 20Hz

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 20Hz

The JBL Live Pro 2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well an audio device produces low frequencies that can be heard, 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

JBL Live Pro 2 20,000Hz

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 20,000Hz

JBL Live Pro 2's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response indicates how well a particular audio device makes 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 implies that both devices can generate equal treble

Sound Pressure Level

JBL Live Pro 2 93dB/mW

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✗

SPL, is the pressure level of sound, in decibels, dB, JBL Live Pro 2's measurement is 93dB/mW. Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source.

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Battery Life

JBL Live Pro 2 10hours

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 8hours

JBL Live Pro 2'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 more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and have to charge the device less often.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro's battery life is less than that of JBL Live Pro 2 by 2 hours . Each time you recharge your device, they get a little less playing time. The effect is barely noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will no longer play for long like they used to.

Battery Life Of Charging Case

JBL Live Pro 2 30hours

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 20hours

This is given by the manufacturer, and the JBL Live Pro 2's case is said to have a charge of 30 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go many times before recharging the case itself.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro's charging case has a battery life of 20 hours, less than that of JBL Live Pro 2 by 10 hours

Charge Time

JBL Live Pro 2 2hours

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 1hours

It takes 2 hours to fully charge the JBL Live Pro 2's battery. It is highly adivsable to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds when they have been in storage for long periods.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro takes 1 hours to fully charge the battery, less than that of JBL Live Pro 2 by 1 hours

Has Wireless Charging

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

JBL Live Pro 2, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you just put down on a supported charging pad.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro also support wireless charging, always look out for the charging standard of the earbuds.

Has A Battery Level Indicator

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

The JBL Live Pro 2 have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the device has a low battery. Its lights display the charging state of your earbuds and case.

Samsung Galaxy Buds 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.

Has Usb Type-C

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

The JBL Live Pro 2 support USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro too use USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current laptops, phones, and tablets.

Bluetooth Version

JBL Live Pro 2 v5.2

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro v5

The JBL Live Pro 2 have Bluetooth version of 5.2, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro has a Bluetooth version of 5, older than that of JBL Live Pro 2 . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

JBL Live Pro 2 10meters

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 10meters

The JBL Live Pro 2 have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the JBL Live Pro 2

Has Aac

JBL Live Pro 2 ✗

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 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 a similar bit rate.

Since its the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 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.

Has Aptx Adaptive

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✗

JBL Live Pro 2 support APTX Adaptive, an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that are developed by Qualcomm. It has a variable bit rate (between 279kbps and 420kbps).

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Number Of Microphones

JBL Live Pro 2 6only

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 6only

The JBL Live Pro 2 have 6 microphones.

While the Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro microphones are 6, equal to that of the JBL Live Pro 2 . More microphones record better sound quality and enable the earbuds to filter out background sounds.

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

The JBL Live Pro 2 have a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are intended to filter out background sounds from the earbuds' sound.

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro too use a noise-canceling type of microphone. Especially useful in noisy environments.

Mic Sensitivity

JBL Live Pro 2 -38dBV/Pa

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro -26dBV/Pa

JBL Live Pro 2 microphone sensitivity is measured at -38dBV/Pa. The extent of the analog or digital output signal from the microphone with its input stimulus is a calculation of its sensitivity. It's the 'loudness' of the voice that the earbud microphone can recognize.

While the Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro microphone sensitivity is measured at -26dBV/Pa. Microphone sensitivity is a measurement of a microphone's efficiency as a transducer.

Has Ambient Sound Mode

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

The JBL Live Pro 2 support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient sound so that they can still be heard even while 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, say you’re having a run but still want to hear traffic.

Has In/On-Ear Detection

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

The JBL Live Pro 2 have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when removed from your ears .

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears improving your listening experience.

Has Find Earbuds Feature

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

If misplaced in a room, or can't be found in your bag, the JBL Live Pro 2 support the find earbuds feature.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro too have the find earbuds feature. Use the earbuds app on your smartphone to play a sound from your device to help you find them.

Supports Fast Charging

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

The JBL Live Pro 2 support fast charging. Usually, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the amount of time it takes to charge the earbuds.

Also the Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro support fast charging. This kind is similar to regular charging, only that the battery is filling up much faster. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in just 30 minutes.

Multipoint Count

JBL Live Pro 2 2only

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 2only

The JBL Live Pro 2 have a multipoint of 2 connections, this feature allows you connect to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. Say, you can switch calls from one device to another without having to manually disconnect and reconnect.

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro have a multipoint count of 2, equal to that of the JBL Live Pro 2 . Bluetooth multipoint comes in handy when you can be on one call without missing notifications from another device.

Has A Mute Function

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

The JBL Live Pro 2 have a mute function, they have the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.

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

Control Panel Placed On A Device

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

With the JBL Live Pro 2, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the earbuds.

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

Warranty Period

JBL Live Pro 2 1Years

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 2Years

JBL Live Pro 2 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.

When covered under the manufacturer’s warranty it is possible to get a replacement a malfunction occurs. Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro have a warranty period of 2Years, more than that of JBL Live Pro 2 by 1 Years .

Has Voice Prompts

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

The JBL Live Pro 2 have voice prompts. Automatically receive information via audio messages, say if there is an issue with the connection.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro too have voice prompts meaning the device will notify you when the battery is low, and it's time to recharge them.

Travel Bag Is Included

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro ✓

JBL Live Pro 2 come with a special case. Carrying earbuds openly, or placing them in your bag without a cover may easily put them at risk of getting damaged.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro also have a case included, which is useful for safe transportation.

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Category	Features	JBL Live Pro 2	Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro
DESIGN	ingress protection (ip) rating	IPX5	IPX7
	weight	9.6g	12.6g
	has no wires or cables	✓	✓
	sweat resistance	✓	✓
	is dust proof and water-resistant	✗	✓
	has stereo speakers	✓	✓
SOUND QUALITY	has active noise cancellation (noise control)	✓	✓
	has passive noise reduction	✓	✓
	driver unit size	11mm	11mm
	lowest frequency	20Hz	20Hz
	highest frequency	20,000Hz	20,000Hz
	sound pressure level	93dB/mW	✗
POWER	battery life	10hours	8hours
	battery life of charging case	30hours	20hours
	charge time	2hours	1hours
	has wireless charging	✓	✓
	has a battery level indicator	✓	✓
CONNECTIVITY	has usb type-c	✓	✓
	bluetooth version	v5.2	v5
	maximum bluetooth range	10meters	10meters
	has aac	✗	✓
	has aptx adaptive	✓	✗
MICROPHONE	number of microphones	6only	6only
	has a noise-canceling microphone	✓	✓
	mic sensitivity	-38dBV/Pa	-26dBV/Pa
EXTRAS	has ambient sound mode	✓	✓
	has in/on-ear detection	✓	✓
	has find earbuds feature	✓	✓
	supports fast charging	✓	✓
	multipoint count	2only	2only
	has a mute function	✓	✓
	control panel placed on a device	✓	✓
	warranty period	1Years	2Years
	has voice prompts	✓	✓
	travel bag is included	✓	✓
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Jbl Live Pro 2 Vs. Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro Review In Detail

Design

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Weight

Has No Wires Or Cables

Sweat Resistance

Is Dust Proof And Water-Resistant

Has Stereo Speakers

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

Has Wireless Charging

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Connectivity

Has Usb Type-C

Bluetooth Version

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Has Aac

Has Aptx Adaptive

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