Jlab Audio Epic Air Sport Anc Vs. Samsung Galaxy Buds Live Review In Detail

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC IP66

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live IPX2

Ingress protection ratings is the rating of protection given by an enclosure, against solids and water. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value means protection against solids say dust, followed by the one that refers to protection against liquids (sweat).

Having a value of IP66, the JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC's rating is read as, the first value of 6 denotes that they are completely dust proof, and of liquids that they can withstand high pressure jet that's 12.5mm diameter, similar to fire hose from any angle for 3 minutes at a distance of 2.5 to 3 meters..

In comparison to the JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC, Samsung Galaxy Buds Live have a rating of IPX2 meaning that no data available to specify a protection rating and that of liquids is that, Samsung Galaxy Buds Live has a lower liquid rating than JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC

Weight

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC 20g

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live 11.2g

The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have a weight of 20g . We prefer a lower weight best for the reason that lighter devices are easier to transport.

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Live, at 11.2g weigh less than the JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC by -8.8g

Has No Wires Or Cables

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✓

For a device to be true wireless it must have no cables linking any part of the device together, JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC are true wireless for this matter since they don't have cables. This is a major distinction as some wireless earbuds have cables connecting the 2 earbuds .

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live also is true wireless because it has no wires connecting the 2 earbuds together.

Wingtips Included

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✗

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have wingtips, these are reserved for earbuds for workouts and come as an optional add-on to the separate silicone ear tip for a better fit.

Sweat Resistance

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✓

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC are resistant to sweat

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc

Has Stereo Speakers

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✓

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience.

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Live also have stereo speakers

Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✓

ANC uses advanced kind of tech to reduce ambient sounds. ANC works when, it listens to the sound pattern of incoming noise and then inverts the soundwaves to cancel it out. Simply put, it's like taking +1 (noise) and adding -1 (counter sound by the device) giving 0 resulting in a reduced level of noise.

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have Active Noise Cancellation enabling you to listen at lower levels of volume, good for your ears as you don't have to crank up the earbuds volume to outcompete background sounds.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live too have Active Noise Cancellation making either of the earbuds ideal for flights and morning commutes. Each work with different noise cancellation modes, pick the setting that you prefer for travel or that suites your relaxation time.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✗

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC sit tightly in place, creating a sound covering that tones down background noise well as preventing the earbuds sound from leaking out .

Driver Unit Size

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC 8mm

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live 12mm

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have a unit size of 8mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, and can produce better bass. The driver unit is basically a mini speaker that makes sound in the device, its size determines the loudness of the earbuds.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live driver unit is 12mm in diameter, making them have a larger driver unit than that of JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC by 4mm , 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 yeah, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not imply that they deliver better quality sound.

Lowest Frequency

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC 20Hz

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live 20Hz

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well an audio device produces low audible frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that both devices can produce equal bass

Highest Frequency

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC 20,000Hz

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live 20,000Hz

The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response shows how well an audio component generates high audible frequencies and if it makes any adjustments to the signal while at it.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that both devices generate equal treble

Sound Pressure Level

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC 110dB/mW

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✗

SPL, is the level of pressure of sound, measured in decibels, dB, JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC's measurement is 110dB/mW. Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source.

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Battery Life

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC 15hours

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live 6hours

The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC's battery life is 15 hours, these last longer than 5 hours of listening which is considered average before recharge. A device's battery life is given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and have to charge the device less often.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live's battery life is less than that of JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC by 9 hours . Each time you recharge your device, they get a little less playing time. The effect is barely noticeable at first, but over a few years, your wireless earbuds will no longer play for long like they used to.

Battery Life Of Charging Case

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC 55hours

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live 15hours

The battery life of the charging case is given by the vendor, and the JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC's case has a charge of 55 hours. A charging case with more battery hours enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go multiple times before having to recharge the case itself.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live's charging case has a battery life of 15 hours, less than that of JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC by 40 hours

Charge Time

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC 3hours

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live 0.6hours

It requires 3 hours to fully charge the JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC's battery. It is recommended to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds when they have been in storage for long periods.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live takes 0.6 hours to fully charge the battery, less than that of JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC by 2.4 hours

Has Wireless Charging

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✓

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the device, you just put down on a compatible charging pad.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live also support wireless charging, always look out for the charging standard of a device.

Has A Battery Level Indicator

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✓

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the earbuds has a low battery. Its lights indicate the charging status of your earbuds and case.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators enable you to tell the charging state of your earbuds, if charged fully, or the battery is running low.

Has Usb Type-C

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✓

The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC use USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live too have USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current electronics.

Bluetooth Version

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC v5

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live v5

The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have Bluetooth version of 5, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data movement between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live has a Bluetooth version of 5, equal to that of the JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC 10meters

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live 10meters

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC

Has Aac

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✓

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC support AAC, a codec used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Because it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it provides better results than other codecs at the same bit rate.

Being the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC will work fine with your MacBook. If you intend on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well.

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Live 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

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC 6only

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live 6only

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have 6 microphones.

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Live microphones are 6, equal to that of the JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC . More microphones record better sound quality and enable the earbuds to filter out background sounds.

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✓

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC use a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are made to reduce noise from the desired sound.

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

Has Ambient Sound Mode

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✓

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient sound to still be heard even when wearing them

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Live support ambient sound mode as well, helpful when you want to listen to music but also be aware of your surrounding, for example when you’re having a jog but still want to hear traffic.

Has In/On-Ear Detection

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✓

The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when removed from your ears so that the music is paused.

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Live too 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

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC ✗

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✓

When lost in a room, or can't be found in your bag, Samsung Galaxy Buds Live support the find earbuds feature.

Supports Fast Charging

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✓

The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC support fast charging. Most often, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to fully charge the earbuds.

Also the Samsung Galaxy Buds Live too support fast charging. This kind is similar to regular charging, just that the battery fills up much faster. Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in just 30 minutes.

Has A Mute Function

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC ✗

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live have a mute function, they support the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✓

With the JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the earbuds.

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Live also have a control panel on them.

Warranty Period

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC 2Years

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✗

The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have a warranty period of 2 Years, the period of time that warrant free repair and adjustment services in case of a malfunction occurring under normal use following instruction manuals.

Has Voice Prompts

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✓

The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC support voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, like if there is a problem with the connection.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live too support voice prompts .i.e the device will notify you if the battery is running low, and you need to recharge the device.

Travel Bag Is Included

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live ✓

JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC come with a special case. Carrying earphones openly, or placing them inside your bag without a casing can easily put them at risk of getting damaged.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live also have a travel bag included, which is useful for safe transportation.

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Category	Features	JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC	Samsung Galaxy Buds Live
DESIGN	ingress protection (ip) rating	IP66	IPX2
	weight	20g	11.2g
	has no wires or cables	✓	✓
	wingtips included	✓	✗
	sweat resistance	✓	✓
	has stereo speakers	✓	✓
SOUND QUALITY	has active noise cancellation (noise control)	✓	✓
	has passive noise reduction	✓	✗
	driver unit size	8mm	12mm
	lowest frequency	20Hz	20Hz
	highest frequency	20,000Hz	20,000Hz
	sound pressure level	110dB/mW	✗
POWER	battery life	15hours	6hours
	battery life of charging case	55hours	15hours
	charge time	3hours	0.6hours
	has wireless charging	✓	✓
	has a battery level indicator	✓	✓
CONNECTIVITY	has usb type-c	✓	✓
	bluetooth version	v5	v5
	maximum bluetooth range	10meters	10meters
	has aac	✓	✓
MICROPHONE	number of microphones	6only	6only
MICROPHONE	has a noise-canceling microphone	✓	✓
EXTRAS	has ambient sound mode	✓	✓
	has in/on-ear detection	✓	✓
	has find earbuds feature	✗	✓
	supports fast charging	✓	✓
	has a mute function	✗	✓
	control panel placed on a device	✓	✓
	warranty period	2Years	✗
	has voice prompts	✓	✓
	travel bag is included	✓	✓
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Jlab Audio Epic Air Sport Anc Vs. Samsung Galaxy Buds Live Review In Summary

Jlab Audio Epic Air Sport Anc Vs. Samsung Galaxy Buds Live Review In Detail

Design

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Weight

Has No Wires Or Cables

Wingtips Included

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

Extras

Has Ambient Sound Mode

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Supports Fast Charging

Has A Mute Function

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Warranty Period

Has Voice Prompts

Travel Bag Is Included