Jbl Tune Flex Vs. Oneplus Buds Pro 2 Review In Detail

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 IP55

JBL Tune Flex IPX4

IP ratings is the rank of protection offered by a casing, against solids and liquids. 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 (water).

Having a value of IPX4, the JBL Tune Flex's rating for solids indicates that no data available to specify a protection rating, and the second value of 4 means that they can withstand low pressure spray similar to that of a shower head when tilted at 180° for 10 minutes.

Compared to the JBL Tune Flex, OnePlus Buds Pro 2 have a rating of IP55 meaning that ingress of dust is not totally prevented but dust does not enter in harmful quantities to interfere with the correct operation or impair safety and that of liquids is that, OnePlus Buds Pro 2 has a higher liquid rating than JBL Tune Flex

Weight

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 9.8g

JBL Tune Flex 9.6g

JBL Tune Flex have a weight of 9.6g . We prefer a lower weight better for the reason that lighter devices are more comfortable to move with.

The OnePlus Buds Pro 2, at 9.8g are heavier than the JBL Tune Flex with a difference of 0.2g

Has No Wires Or Cables

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 ✓

JBL Tune Flex ✓

For a device to be true wireless it must have no wires connecting any part of the device together, JBL Tune Flex are true wireless for this case since they have no wires. This is a major difference since wireless earbuds have cables linking the 2 earbuds together.

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 also is true wireless because it doesn't have wires connecting the 2 earbuds together.

Sweat Resistance

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 ✓

JBL Tune Flex ✓

JBL Tune Flex have sweat resistance

OnePlus Buds Pro 2's resistance to sweat makes both devices good for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc

Has Stereo Speakers

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 ✓

JBL Tune Flex ✓

JBL Tune Flex 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.

The OnePlus Buds Pro 2 also have stereo speakers

Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 ✓

JBL Tune Flex ✓

Active noise cancellation utilises more advanced kind of tech to actively counter noise. ANC works when, it listens to the sound pattern of incoming noise and after inverts the soundwaves to cancel it out. Simply put, it's like having +1 (noise) and producing -1 (inverted noise) giving 0 therefore "diluting" the noise.

The JBL Tune Flex have Active Noise Cancellation allowing you to listen at lower volume levels, good for your ears since you don't have to crank up the earbuds volume to overcome background sounds.

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 too have ANC making either of the earbuds ideal for flights and rush hour travels. Each operate with different noise cancellation settings, pick the noise cancellation type that you prefer for commute or that enhances your relaxation time.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 ✓

JBL Tune Flex ✓

The JBL Tune Flex stay well in place, creating a sound seal that tones down background sounds and also prevents the earbuds sound from leaking out at the same.

Both OnePlus Buds Pro 2, and JBL Tune Flex have passive noise reduction this means that both reduce ambient noise instead of actively using ANC to cancel it out.

Driver Unit Size

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 11mm

JBL Tune Flex 12mm

JBL Tune Flex driver unit is 12mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, therefor producing better bass. The driver unit is the component that makes sound in the device, the unit size corellates with the loudness of the earbuds.

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 driver unit is 11mm in diameter, which means that they have a smaller driver unit than that of JBL Tune Flex by 1mm , as many tend to believe 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 indicate that they deliver better quality sound.

Lowest Frequency

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 10Hz

JBL Tune Flex 20Hz

JBL Tune Flex's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well a particular audio device produces low recognizable frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it.

OnePlus Buds Pro 2's lowest frequency is at 10Hz, this means that OnePlus Buds Pro 2 produce a juicier bass than the JBL Tune Flex

Highest Frequency

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 40,000Hz

JBL Tune Flex 20,000Hz

JBL Tune Flex's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response shows how well a particular audio device produces high audible frequencies and if it changes to the signal on its way through.

OnePlus Buds Pro 2's highest frequency is at 40,000Hz, this means that OnePlus Buds Pro 2 generate a clearer and crispier treble than the JBL Tune Flex

Sound Pressure Level

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 97dB/mW

JBL Tune Flex 108dB/mW

The sound pressure level, is the pressure level of sound, measured in decibels, dB, JBL Tune Flex's measurement is 108dB/mW. Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source.

OnePlus Buds Pro 2's sound pressure level measurement is 97dB/mW. The sound pressure level, a device is can be considered differently by different people, so we need to have the means to get an objective measurement of sound level expressed in numerical terms.

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Battery Life

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 9hours

JBL Tune Flex 8hours

The JBL Tune Flex's battery life is 8 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 longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings.

OnePlus Buds Pro 2's battery life is more than that of JBL Tune Flex by 1 hours . Each time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less playing time. The effect is not noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will no longer play for long like they used to.

Battery Life Of Charging Case

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 30hours

JBL Tune Flex 24hours

The battery life of the charging case is given by the manufacturer, and JBL Tune Flex's case is said to have a charge of 24 hours. A charging case with more battery hours enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go multiple times before recharging the case itself.

OnePlus Buds Pro 2's charging case has a battery life of 30 hours, more than that of JBL Tune Flex by 6 hours

Charge Time

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 1hours

JBL Tune Flex 2hours

It takes 2 hours to fully charge the JBL Tune Flex's battery. It is highly adivsable to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds for the first time.

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 takes 1 hours to fully charge the battery, less than that of JBL Tune Flex by 1 hours

Has Wireless Charging

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 ✓

JBL Tune Flex ✗

The OnePlus Buds Pro 2, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the device, you just place down on a compatible charging pad.

Has A Battery Level Indicator

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 ✓

JBL Tune Flex ✓

The JBL Tune Flex have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the earbuds has a low battery. The battery indicator lights show the charging status of your earbuds and case.

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 too have a battery level indicator, these enable you tell the charging state of your earbuds, if charged fully, or the battery is running low.

Has Usb Type-C

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 ✓

JBL Tune Flex ✓

The JBL Tune Flex have USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable.

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 too have USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current electronics.

Bluetooth Version

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 v5.2

JBL Tune Flex v5.2

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

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 has a Bluetooth version of 5.2, equal to that of the JBL Tune Flex . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 10meters

JBL Tune Flex 10meters

The JBL Tune Flex have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth.

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the JBL Tune Flex

Has Aac

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 ✓

JBL Tune Flex ✓

JBL Tune Flex support AAC, a codec used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Because it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it can provide better results than other codecs at the same bit rate.

Being the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the JBL Tune Flex will work fine with your iPad. If you intend 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 OnePlus Buds Pro 2 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

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 6only

JBL Tune Flex 4only

JBL Tune Flex have 4 microphones.

While the OnePlus Buds Pro 2 microphones are 6, more than that of JBL Tune Flex by 2 . More microphones result in better sound quality and help the earbuds to filter out noise.

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 ✓

JBL Tune Flex ✓

The JBL Tune Flex have a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are designed to filter out background sounds from the desired sound.

The OnePlus Buds Pro 2 too have a noise-canceling type of microphone. This is useful in noisy areas.

Mic Sensitivity

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 -38dBV/Pa

JBL Tune Flex -38dBV/Pa

JBL Tune Flex microphone sensitivity is measured at -38dBV/Pa. The amount 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 voice that the microphone can recognize.

The OnePlus Buds Pro 2 microphone sensitivity is measured at -38dBV/Pa. Microphone sensitivity is a measurement of a microphone's efficiency on how well it converts voices to electrical energy.

Has Ambient Sound Mode

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 ✓

JBL Tune Flex ✓

JBL Tune Flex support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient sound so that they can still be heard even while wearing the earbuds

The OnePlus Buds Pro 2 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 Find Earbuds Feature

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 ✓

JBL Tune Flex ✓

When misplaced in a room, or can't be found in your bag, JBL Tune Flex have a find earbuds feature.

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 also have the find earbuds feature. Use the device app on your smartphone to play an alarm from your earbuds to find them.

Supports Fast Charging

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 ✓

JBL Tune Flex ✓

JBL Tune Flex support fast charging. Commonly, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to reduce the time it takes to charge a device.

Also the OnePlus Buds Pro 2 support fast charging. It's very 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 30 minutes.

Multipoint Count

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 2only

JBL Tune Flex 2only

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

The OnePlus Buds Pro 2 support multipoint count of 2, equal to that of the JBL Tune Flex . Bluetooth multipoint comes in handy when you can be on one call without missing notifications coming from another device.

Has A Mute Function

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 ✓

JBL Tune Flex ✓

JBL Tune Flex have a mute function, they have the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.

The OnePlus Buds Pro 2 also have this function. The mute function means that you unilaterally turn off the device's microphone, but you can still hear the other party talk.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 ✓

JBL Tune Flex ✓

The JBL Tune Flex, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the earbuds.

The OnePlus Buds Pro 2 too have a control panel on them.

Has Voice Prompts

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 ✓

JBL Tune Flex ✓

The JBL Tune Flex have voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information via audio messages, say if there is a problem with the connection.

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 also have voice prompts .i.e the device will notify you if the battery is running low, and you need to recharge the earbuds.

Travel Bag Is Included

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 ✓

JBL Tune Flex ✓

JBL Tune Flex come with their own special pouch. Carrying earphones openly, or placing them in your pockets without a casing can easily put them at risk of getting damaged.

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 too have a travel bag included, which is useful for safe transportation.

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Category	Features	OnePlus Buds Pro 2	JBL Tune Flex
DESIGN	ingress protection (ip) rating	IP55	IPX4
	weight	9.8g	9.6g
	has no wires or cables	✓	✓
	sweat resistance	✓	✓
	has stereo speakers	✓	✓
SOUND QUALITY	has active noise cancellation (noise control)	✓	✓
	has passive noise reduction	✓	✓
	driver unit size	11mm	12mm
	lowest frequency	10Hz	20Hz
	highest frequency	40,000Hz	20,000Hz
	sound pressure level	97dB/mW	108dB/mW
POWER	battery life	9hours	8hours
	battery life of charging case	30hours	24hours
	charge time	1hours	2hours
	has wireless charging	✓	✗
	has a battery level indicator	✓	✓
CONNECTIVITY	has usb type-c	✓	✓
	bluetooth version	v5.2	v5.2
	maximum bluetooth range	10meters	10meters
	has aac	✓	✓
MICROPHONE	number of microphones	6only	4only
	has a noise-canceling microphone	✓	✓
	mic sensitivity	-38dBV/Pa	-38dBV/Pa
EXTRAS	has ambient sound mode	✓	✓
	has find earbuds feature	✓	✓
	supports fast charging	✓	✓
	multipoint count	2only	2only
	has a mute function	✓	✓
	control panel placed on a device	✓	✓
	has voice prompts	✓	✓
	travel bag is included	✓	✓
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Jbl Tune Flex Vs. Oneplus Buds Pro 2 Review In Summary

Jbl Tune Flex Vs. Oneplus Buds Pro 2 Review In Detail

Design

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Weight

Has No Wires Or Cables

Sweat Resistance

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

Microphone

Number Of Microphones

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Mic Sensitivity

Extras

Has Ambient Sound Mode

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Supports Fast Charging

Multipoint Count

Has A Mute Function

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Has Voice Prompts

Travel Bag Is Included