IP ratings refer to the rank of protection given by an enclosure, against dust and liquids. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value refers to protection against solids say dust, followed by the one that refers to resistance against liquids (sweat).
Having a value of IP54, the JBL Wave Beam's rating for solids indicates 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 of liquids 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 Wave Beam, Beats Studio Buds have a rating of IPX4 meaning that
no data available to specify a protection rating
and that of liquids is that,
they both have the same rating against liquids
JBL Wave Beam have a weight of 8.8g . We prefer a lower weight best for the reason that lighter devices are more comfortable to transport.
Beats Studio Buds, at 5.1g
weigh less than the JBL Wave Beam with a difference -3.7g
True wireless devices have no cables connecting any part of the device together, JBL Wave Beam are true wireless for this case since they have no wires. This is a major difference since wireless earbuds have wires connecting the 2 earbuds .
Beats Studio Buds also is true wireless because it doesn't have cables linking the two earbuds together. JBL Wave Beam are resistant to sweat
Beats Studio Buds's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc
JBL Wave Beam have stereo speakers, what this means is that JBL Wave Beam's speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience.
Both Beats Studio Buds and JBL Wave Beam have stereo speakers
ANC uses advanced technology to reduce ambient sounds. ANC works when, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern of incoming noise and generates a mirror signal to cancel it out. Simply put, it's like taking +1 (noise) and producing -1 (counter sound by the device) to make 0 resulting in a reduced level of noise.
JBL Wave Beam have Active Noise Cancellation enabling you to listen at lower volume levels, causing less ear fatigue as you don't have to crank up the earbuds volume to overcome background noise. The Beats Studio Buds too have Active Noise Cancellation which makes both devices ideal for plane rides and morning travels. The JBL Wave Beam and Beats Studio Buds operate with different noise cancellation types, pick the mode that you prefer for commute or that suites your chill time.
The JBL Wave Beam sit tightly in place, this creates a sound covering that tones down your environment sounds and also prevents the device sound from leaking out .
Both Beats Studio Buds, and JBL Wave Beam have passive noise reduction this implies that both tone down ambient noise without using technology to cancel it out. JBL Wave Beam driver unit is 8mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, and can produce better bass. The driver unit is the component that produces sound in the device, the unit size determines the sound produced by the earbuds.
Beats Studio Buds driver unit is 8.2mm in diameter,
making them have a larger driver unit than that of JBL Wave Beam by 0.2mm
, many people have a misconception that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.
However, large drivers find it difficult to produce high frequencies so yes, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not imply that they deliver better quality sound. JBL Wave Beam's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well a particular audio device produces low frequencies that can be heard, and if it alters the signal while at it.
Beats Studio Buds's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that
both devices can make sound with equal bass
JBL Wave Beam's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio device generates high recognizable frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal while at it. Beats Studio Buds's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that
both devices can produce equal treble
The sound pressure level, is the pressure level of sound, in decibels, dB, JBL Wave Beam's measurement is 100dB/mW. Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source.
Beats Studio Buds's sound pressure level measurement is 100.5dB/mW. The sound pressure level, a device is can be perceived differently by separate people, so we need to have the means to get an objective measurement of sound level expressed in numerical terms. The JBL Wave Beam'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. Beats Studio Buds's battery life is
equal to that of the JBL Wave Beam
. 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.
The battery life of the charging case is given by the manufacturer, and JBL Wave Beam's case has a charge of 24 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go multiple times before having to recharge the case itself. Beats Studio Buds's charging case has a battery life of 16 hours,
less than that of JBL Wave Beam by 8 hours
It requires 2 hours to fully charge the JBL Wave Beam's battery.
It is highly adivsable to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds when they have been unused for extended periods. Beats Studio Buds takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the battery,
less than that of JBL Wave Beam by 0.5 hours
JBL Wave Beam have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the earbuds has a low battery. Its lights display the charging state of your earbuds and charging case.
Beats Studio Buds too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators allow you determine the charging state of your device, if charged fully, or the battery is running low. The JBL Wave Beam have USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable. Beats Studio Buds too have USB TYPE-C.
This USB-C plug comes along with most current electronics. JBL Wave Beam 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. Beats Studio Buds has a Bluetooth version of 5.2,
equal to that of the JBL Wave Beam
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
The JBL Wave Beam have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth. Beats Studio Buds have a maximum range of 10meters,
equal to that of the JBL Wave Beam
The JBL Wave Beam have 2 microphones. While the Beats Studio Buds microphones are 6,
more than that of JBL Wave Beam by 4
. More microphones record better sound quality and help the device to filter out background sounds.
JBL Wave Beam have a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are designed to reduce background sounds from the desired sound. The Beats Studio Buds too have a noise-canceling microphone. This is useful in noisy environments.
JBL Wave Beam 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 Beats Studio Buds support ambient sound mode as well, helpful when you want to listen to music while being aware of your surrounding, say you’re having a jog but would still want to be able to hear traffic. When misplaced in a room, or can't be found in your bag, JBL Wave Beam have a find earbuds feature. The Beats Studio Buds too have the find earbuds feature.
Use the earbuds app on your phone to play an alarm from your device to locate them. JBL Wave Beam support fast charging. Usually, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to reduce the amount of time it takes to charge the earbuds.
The Beats Studio Buds 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.
The JBL Wave Beam have a mute function, they support the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device. The Beats Studio Buds also support the mute function. It means that you unilaterally turn off the earbuds' microphone, but still hear the other party's voice.
With the JBL Wave Beam, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the device. The Beats Studio Buds too have a control panel on them. The JBL Wave Beam have voice prompts.
With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, say if there is an issue with the connection. Beats Studio Buds also support voice prompts .i.e the device will notify you if the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge the earbuds. The JBL Wave Beam come with a special pouch.
Carrying earphones without a case, or placing them inside your pockets without a casing may easily damage them. Beats Studio Buds also have a case included, which is useful for safe transportation.
