IP ratings refer to the level of protection given by a casing, against dust and liquids. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value represents protection against solids such as dust, followed by the one that refers to resistance against liquids (sweat).
Having a value of IP54, the JBL Wave Buds's rating is read as, the first value 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 number 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 Buds, Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro have a rating of IPX7 meaning that
no data available to specify a protection rating
and that of liquids is that,
Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro has a higher liquid rating than JBL Wave Buds
The JBL Wave Buds have a weight of 9g . We prefer a lower weight best because lighter devices are more comfortable to move with.
The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro, at 12.6g
are heavier than the JBL Wave Buds with a difference of 3.6g
For a device to be true wireless it should have no cables linking any part of the device together, JBL Wave Buds are true wireless for this case since they don't have cables. This is a key distinction since wireless earbuds have wires connecting the 2 earbuds .
Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro also is true wireless because it has no cables linking the two earbuds .
JBL Wave Buds have sweat resistance
Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro's resistance to sweat makes both devices good for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc
JBL Wave Buds 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. The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro also have stereo speakers
ANC makes use of more advanced kind of tech to reduce ambient sounds.
How it works, it studies the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and then inverts the soundwaves to counter it. In simple terms, it's like taking +1 (sound from your surrounding) and adding -1 (inverted noise) to make zero thus "diluting" the noise.
The JBL Wave Buds have ANC enabling you to listen at lower volume levels, good for your ears as you don't need to crank up the device volume to overcome background noise.
The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro too have Active Noise Cancellation which makes either of the devices ideal for plane rides and rush hour commutes. The JBL Wave Buds and Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro operate with different noise cancellation types, pick the mode that suits your commute or that enhances your relaxation time. The JBL Wave Buds sit well in place, creating an acoustic covering that reduces your environment noise and also prevents the earbuds voice audio from leaking out at the same.
Both of these devices have passive noise reduction which implies that both reduce ambient noise without using technology to cancel it out. The JBL Wave Buds driver unit is 8mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, therefor producing better bass. A driver unit is basically a mini speaker that produces sound in the device, the unit size determines 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 Wave Buds by 3mm
, 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 mean that they produce better quality sound. The JBL Wave Buds's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well an audio device produces low frequencies that can be heard, and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that
both devices can produce equal bass
The JBL Wave Buds's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response measures if and how well an audio component generates high human frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal on its way through. Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that
both devices produce equal treble
SPL, is the pressure level of sound, in decibels, dB, JBL Wave Buds's measurement is 100dB/mW. Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source.
The JBL Wave Buds'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 commonly given by the manufacturer, and with more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings. Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro's battery life is
equal to that of the JBL Wave Buds
. Each time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less playing time.
The effect is not noticeable at first, but over a few years, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time. This is given by the manufacturer, and the JBL Wave Buds'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 several times before having to recharge the case itself.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro's charging case has a battery life of 20 hours,
less than that of JBL Wave Buds by 4 hours
It takes 2 hours to fully charge the JBL Wave Buds's battery. It is recommended to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds when they have been unused for extended periods. Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro takes 1 hours to fully charge the battery,
less than that of JBL Wave Buds by 1 hours
JBL Wave Buds have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the earbuds has a low battery.
The battery indicator lights show the charging state of your earbuds and charging case. Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro too have a battery level indicator, these allow you to determine the charging state of your earbuds, if charged fully, or the battery is running low. The JBL Wave Buds have USB TYPE-C, an industry-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. JBL Wave Buds have Bluetooth version of 5.2, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data movement between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro has a Bluetooth version of 5,
older than that of JBL Wave Buds
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers. The JBL Wave Buds have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth. Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro have a maximum range of 10meters,
equal to that of the JBL Wave Buds
JBL Wave Buds support AAC, a codec 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 JBL Wave Buds will work well with your iPad.
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.
JBL Wave Buds support APTX Adaptive, an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that are developed by Qualcomm. It has a variable bit rate (between 279kbps and 420kbps).
JBL Wave Buds have 2 microphones. While the Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro microphones are 6,
more than that of JBL Wave Buds by 4
. More microphones record better sound quality and help the earbuds to filter out background sounds.
JBL Wave Buds use a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are made to filter out background sounds from the desired sound. The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro too use a noise-canceling type of microphone. This is useful in noisy environments.
The JBL Wave Buds microphone sensitivity is measured at -38dBV/Pa. The size 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.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro microphone sensitivity is measured at -26dBV/Pa. Microphone sensitivity is a measurement of a microphone's efficiency as a transducer. The JBL Wave Buds support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient sound so that they can still be heard even while wearing them
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 hear traffic.
JBL Wave Buds support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when removed from your ears .
The 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. If lost in a room, or can't be found in your bag, JBL Wave Buds support the find earbuds feature. Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 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 Buds support fast charging. Most often, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to charge the earbuds.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro too support fast charging. This kind is similar to regular charging, only that the battery fills up much faster. Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in just 30 minutes.
The JBL Wave Buds support multipoint of 2 connections, the multipoint feature allows you to link to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. For example, you can switch calls from one device to another without manually disconnect and reconnect. The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro support multipoint count of 2,
equal to that of the JBL Wave Buds
. Bluetooth multipoint is useful because you can be on one call and not miss notifications from another device.
The JBL Wave Buds have a mute function, they support the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds. The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro too have the mute function. It means that you are in position turn off the device's microphone, but you can still hear the other party's voice.
The JBL Wave Buds, 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. The JBL Wave Buds support voice prompts.
With voice prompts, you receive information via audio messages, like if there is a problem with the connection. Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro too have voice prompts meaning the device will notify you when the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge them. The JBL Wave Buds come with their own special case.
Carrying earbuds without a case, or placing them inside your pockets without a casing may easily damage them. Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro also have a case included, which offers safe transportation.
