Jbl Wave Beam Vs. Oneplus Buds Z2 Review In Detail

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

JBL Wave Beam IP54

OnePlus Buds Z2 IP55

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

Having a value of IP54, the JBL Wave Beam's rating is read as, the first number of 5 denotes 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 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 Wave Beam, OnePlus Buds Z2 have a rating of IP55 meaning that they both have the same rating against dust and that of liquids is that, OnePlus Buds Z2 has a higher liquid rating than JBL Wave Beam

Weight

JBL Wave Beam 8.8g

OnePlus Buds Z2 9g

JBL Wave Beam have a weight of 8.8g . We prefer a lower weight best because lighter devices are easier to carry.

OnePlus Buds Z2, at 9g are heavier than the JBL Wave Beam with a difference of 0.2g

Has No Wires Or Cables

JBL Wave Beam ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

True wireless devices have no cables linking any part of the device together, JBL Wave Beam are true wireless for this matter since they have no wires. This is a major difference as some wireless earbuds have wires connecting the pair of earbuds .

OnePlus Buds Z2 also is true wireless because it doesn't have cables linking the two earbuds together.

Sweat Resistance

JBL Wave Beam ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

JBL Wave Beam are resistant to sweat

OnePlus Buds Z2's resistance to sweat makes both devices good for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc

Has Stereo Speakers

JBL Wave Beam ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

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, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience.

Both OnePlus Buds Z2 and JBL Wave Beam have stereo speakers

Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

JBL Wave Beam ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

Active noise cancellation utilises advanced technology to reduce unwanted ambient sounds. ANC works when, it listens to the sound pattern of incoming noise and after inverts the soundwaves to counter it. In simple terms, it's like having +1 (sound from your surrounding) and producing -1 (inverted noise) to make zero thus "diluting" the noise.

JBL Wave Beam have Active Noise Cancellation allowing you to listen at lower levels of volume, good for your ears as you don't have to crank up the device volume to overcome background sounds.

OnePlus Buds Z2 too have ANC making either of the devices ideal for plane rides and morning travels. Each work with different noise cancellation types, pick the mode that you prefer for travel or that suites your relaxation time.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

JBL Wave Beam ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

The JBL Wave Beam stay well in place, creating an acoustic covering that tones down background sounds and also prevents the earbuds music from leaking out .

Both of these devices have passive noise reduction this implies that they limit ambient noise without using technology to cancel it out.

Driver Unit Size

JBL Wave Beam 8mm

OnePlus Buds Z2 11mm

JBL Wave Beam driver unit is 8mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, therefor producing better bass. The driver unit is the component that produces sound in the earbuds, its size determines the sound produced by the device.

OnePlus Buds Z2 driver unit is 11mm in diameter, making them have a larger driver unit than that of JBL Wave Beam by 3mm , as many tend to believe 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 indicate that they produce better quality sound.

Lowest Frequency

JBL Wave Beam 20Hz

OnePlus Buds Z2 20Hz

The JBL Wave Beam's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well an audio device generates low audible frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through.

OnePlus Buds Z2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that both devices can make sound with equal bass

Highest Frequency

JBL Wave Beam 20,000Hz

OnePlus Buds Z2 20,000Hz

JBL Wave Beam's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response indicates how well an audio device makes high audible frequencies and if it changes to the signal while at it.

OnePlus Buds Z2's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that both devices generate equal treble

Sound Pressure Level

JBL Wave Beam 100dB/mW

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✗

SPL, is the level of pressure of sound, measured 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.

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Battery Life

JBL Wave Beam 8hours

OnePlus Buds Z2 7hours

The JBL Wave Beam's battery life is 8 hours, these last longer than 5 hours of listening which is considered average for a single charge. A device's battery life is given by the manufacturer, and with more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and have to charge the device less often.

OnePlus Buds Z2's battery life is less than that of JBL Wave Beam by 1 hours . Every time you recharge your device, they get a little less playing time. The effect is not noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time.

Battery Life Of Charging Case

JBL Wave Beam 24hours

OnePlus Buds Z2 31hours

The battery life of the charging case is given by the vendor, and JBL Wave Beam's case is said to have a full charge of 24 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go many times before having to recharge the case itself.

OnePlus Buds Z2's charging case has a battery life of 31 hours, more than that of JBL Wave Beam by 7 hours

Charge Time

JBL Wave Beam 2hours

OnePlus Buds Z2 1.5hours

It requires 2 hours to fully charge the JBL Wave Beam's battery. It is recommended to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds for the first time.

OnePlus Buds Z2 takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the battery, less than that of JBL Wave Beam by 0.5 hours

Has A Battery Level Indicator

JBL Wave Beam ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

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

OnePlus Buds Z2 too have a battery level indicator, these enable you tell the charging state of your device, whether fully charged, or having a low battery.

Has Usb Type-C

JBL Wave Beam ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

JBL Wave Beam have USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable.

OnePlus Buds Z2 too have USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current laptops, phones, and tablets.

Bluetooth Version

JBL Wave Beam v5.2

OnePlus Buds Z2 v5.2

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

OnePlus Buds Z2 has a Bluetooth version of 5.2, equal to that of the JBL Wave Beam . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

JBL Wave Beam 10meters

OnePlus Buds Z2 10meters

JBL Wave Beam have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth.

OnePlus Buds Z2 have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the JBL Wave Beam

Has Aac

JBL Wave Beam ✗

JBL Wave Beam ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

JBL Wave Beam come with a special case. Carrying earphones without a case, or placing them in your pockets without a cover can easily damage them.

OnePlus Buds Z2 too have a travel bag included, which is useful for safe transportation.

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