Jlab Go Air Vs. Powerbeats Pro Review In Detail

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

JLab Go Air IP44

Powerbeats Pro IPX4

Ingress protection ratings refer to the level 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 means protection against solids such as dust, while the second refers to protection against liquids (water).

Having a value of IP44, the JLab Go Air's rating is read as, the first number of 4 denotes that they are protected against objects greater than 1.0mm such as wire, 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 JLab Go Air, Powerbeats Pro 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

Weight

JLab Go Air 10g

Powerbeats Pro 20.3g

JLab Go Air have a weight of 10g . We prefer a lower weight best for the reason that lighter devices are more comfortable to carry.

The Powerbeats Pro, at 20.3g weigh more than the JLab Go Air with a difference of 10.3g

Has No Wires Or Cables

JLab Go Air ✓

Powerbeats Pro ✓

True wireless devices have no cables connecting any part of the device together, JLab Go Air are true wireless for this case since they have no wires. This is a major distinction since wireless earbuds have cables connecting the two earbuds .

Powerbeats Pro also is true wireless because it has no wires linking the 2 earbuds .

Wingtips Included

JLab Go Air ✗

Powerbeats Pro ✓

Powerbeats Pro have wingtips, these are reserved for earbuds for workouts and come as an optional add-on to each silicone ear tip for a better fit.

Sweat Resistance

JLab Go Air ✓

Powerbeats Pro ✓

JLab Go Air have sweat resistance

Powerbeats Pro's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use during long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc

Is Dust Proof And Water-Resistant

JLab Go Air ✗

Powerbeats Pro ✓

The Powerbeats Pro are both dustproof and water-resistant.

Has Stereo Speakers

JLab Go Air ✓

Powerbeats Pro ✓

JLab Go Air 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 Powerbeats Pro also have stereo speakers

Has Passive Noise Reduction

JLab Go Air ✓

Powerbeats Pro ✓

The JLab Go Air stay tightly in place, this creates a sound seal that tones down your environment sounds and also prevents the device voice audio from leaking out .

Both of these devices have passive noise reduction which means that they reduce ambient noise instead of actively using technology to cancel it out.

Driver Unit Size

JLab Go Air 8mm

Powerbeats Pro 12mm

The JLab Go Air have a unit size of 8mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, therefor producing better bass. A driver unit is the component that produces sound in the earbuds, the unit size dictates the sound made by the earbuds.

Powerbeats Pro driver unit is 12mm in diameter, making them have a larger driver unit than that of JLab Go Air by 4mm , 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 yes, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not mean that they produce better quality sound.

Lowest Frequency

JLab Go Air 20Hz

Powerbeats Pro 10Hz

JLab Go Air's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio device produces low frequencies that can be heard, and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it.

Powerbeats Pro's lowest frequency is at 10Hz, this implies that Powerbeats Pro make sound with a juicier bass than the JLab Go Air

Highest Frequency

JLab Go Air 20,000Hz

Powerbeats Pro ✗

JLab Go Air's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response shows how well a particular audio component produces high human frequencies and if it changes to the signal while at it.

Sound Pressure Level

JLab Go Air 103dB/mW

Powerbeats Pro ✗

SPL, is the pressure level of sound, in decibels, dB, JLab Go Air's measurement is 103dB/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 Go Air 5hours

Powerbeats Pro 9hours

JLab Go Air's battery life is 5 hours, these last less than 5 hours of listening which is considered average for a single charge. A device's battery life is usually given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and have to charge the device less often.

Powerbeats Pro's battery life is more than that of JLab Go Air by 4 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

JLab Go Air 15hours

Powerbeats Pro 24hours

The battery life of the charging case is given by the manufacturer, and the JLab Go Air's case is said to have a full charge of 15 hours. A charging case with more battery hours enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go many times before having to recharge the case itself.

Powerbeats Pro's charging case has a battery life of 24 hours, more than that of JLab Go Air by 9 hours

Charge Time

JLab Go Air 1.5hours

Powerbeats Pro 0.7hours

It requires 1.5 hours to fully charge the JLab Go Air's battery. It is highly adivsable to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds for the first time.

Powerbeats Pro takes 0.7 hours to fully charge the battery, less than that of JLab Go Air by 0.8 hours

Has A Battery Level Indicator

JLab Go Air ✓

Powerbeats Pro ✓

JLab Go Air have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the device has a low battery. The battery indicator lights indicate the charging status of your earbuds and case.

Powerbeats Pro 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.

Bluetooth Version

JLab Go Air v5

Powerbeats Pro v5

JLab Go Air 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.

Powerbeats Pro has a Bluetooth version of 5, equal to that of the JLab Go Air . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

JLab Go Air 10meters

Powerbeats Pro 10meters

The JLab Go Air have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth.

Powerbeats Pro have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the JLab Go Air

Has Aac

JLab Go Air ✗

Powerbeats Pro ✓

Powerbeats Pro support AAC, a codec that is used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Since it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it provides better results than other codecs at a similar bit rate.

Being the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Powerbeats Pro 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.

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Number Of Microphones

JLab Go Air 2only

Powerbeats Pro 2only

The JLab Go Air have 2 microphones.

The Powerbeats Pro microphones are 2, equal to that of the JLab Go Air . More microphones record better sound quality and enable the device to filter out noise.

Mic Sensitivity

JLab Go Air -38dBV/Pa

Powerbeats Pro ✗

JLab Go Air 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 calculation of its sensitivity. It's the 'loudness' of the sound that the microphone can recognize.

Supports Fast Charging

JLab Go Air ✗

Powerbeats Pro ✓

The Powerbeats Pro support fast charging. Most often, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the time it takes to charge a device.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

JLab Go Air ✓

Powerbeats Pro ✓

The JLab Go Air, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the device.

Powerbeats Pro also have a control panel on them.

Warranty Period

JLab Go Air 2Years

Powerbeats Pro ✗

The JLab Go Air 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 that has followed instruction manuals.

Has Voice Prompts

JLab Go Air ✓

Powerbeats Pro ✗

JLab Go Air have voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information via audio messages, say if there is a problem with the connection.

Travel Bag Is Included

JLab Go Air ✗

Powerbeats Pro ✓

The Powerbeats Pro come with a special case. Carrying earbuds openly, or placing them in your pockets without a casing can easily damage them.

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Jlab Go Air Vs. Powerbeats Pro Review In Summary

Jlab Go Air Vs. Powerbeats Pro Review In Detail