Jlab Go Air Vs. Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus Review In Detail

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus IPX2

JLab Go Air IP44

IP ratings is the rank of protection offered by an enclosure, against solids and water. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value means protection against solids say dust, while the second refers to resistance against liquids (water).

Scoring IP44, the JLab Go Air's rating for solids indicates 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.

In comparison to the JLab Go Air, Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have a rating of IPX2 meaning that no data available to specify a protection rating and that of liquids is that, JLab Go Air has a higher liquid rating than Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus

Weight

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus 12.6g

JLab Go Air 10g

The JLab Go Air have a weight of 10g . We prefer a lower weight better because lighter devices are easier to transport.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus, at 12.6g weigh more than the JLab Go Air with a difference of 2.6g

Has No Wires Or Cables

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

JLab Go Air ✓

True wireless devices have no wires 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 difference since wireless earbuds have wires connecting the 2 earbuds .

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus also is true wireless because it doesn't have wires connecting the two earbuds .

Wingtips Included

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

JLab Go Air ✗

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have wingtips, these are reserved for workout earbuds and come as an optional add-on to the separate silicone ear tip for a better fit.

Sweat Resistance

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

JLab Go Air ✓

JLab Go Air have sweat resistance

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus'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

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

JLab Go Air ✓

JLab Go Air have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience.

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus also have stereo speakers

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Has Passive Noise Reduction

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

JLab Go Air ✓

JLab Go Air stay tightly in place, this creates an acoustic seal that reduces your environment sounds and also prevents the device music from leaking out at the same.

Both of these devices have passive noise reduction which means that both tone down ambient noise without using technology to cancel it out.

Driver Unit Size

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✗

JLab Go Air 8mm

JLab Go Air driver unit is 8mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, and can produce better bass. The driver unit is basically a mini speaker that produces sound in the earbuds, its size dictates the sound produced by the earbuds.

Lowest Frequency

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus 20Hz

JLab Go Air 20Hz

The JLab Go Air's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well an audio component generates low frequencies that can be heard, and if it alters the signal while at it.

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

Highest Frequency

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus 20,000Hz

JLab Go Air 20,000Hz

JLab Go Air's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response shows how well an audio component produces high audible frequencies and if it makes any adjustments to the signal on its way through.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that both devices produce equal treble

Sound Pressure Level

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✗

JLab Go Air 103dB/mW

SPL, is the level of pressure of sound, measured 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

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus 11hours

JLab Go Air 5hours

The JLab Go Air's battery life is 5 hours, these last less 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 have to charge the device less often.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus's battery life is more than that of JLab Go Air by 6 hours . Each time you recharge your device, they get a little less listening time. The effect is barely noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time.

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus 22hours

JLab Go Air 15hours

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

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus's charging case has a battery life of 22 hours, more than that of JLab Go Air by 7 hours

Charge Time

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus 1hours

JLab Go Air 1.5hours

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

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus takes 1 hours to fully charge the battery, less than that of JLab Go Air by 0.5 hours

Has Wireless Charging

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

JLab Go Air ✗

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you just place down on a compatible charging pad.

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

JLab Go Air ✓

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

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators enable you to tell the charging state of your device, whether fully charged, or having a low battery.

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Has Usb Type-C

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

JLab Go Air ✗

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus support USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable.

Bluetooth Version

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus v5

JLab Go Air v5

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

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus has a Bluetooth version of 5, equal to that of the JLab Go Air . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus 10meters

JLab Go Air 10meters

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

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the JLab Go Air

Has Aac

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

JLab Go Air ✗

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus support AAC, a codec used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Because it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it can provide better results than other codecs at the same bit rate.

Since its the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus will work fine with your iPhone. If you intend on using these with Android you need to pay even closer attention to codec support for if they only have AAC they won't provide the best audio quality possible, ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well.

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Number Of Microphones

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus 6only

JLab Go Air 2only

The JLab Go Air have 2 microphones.

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus microphones are 6, more than that of JLab Go Air by 4 . More microphones record better sound quality and help the earbuds to filter out noise.

Mic Sensitivity

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✗

JLab Go Air -38dBV/Pa

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 measure of its sensitivity. It's the 'loudness' of the voice that the microphone can recognize.

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Has Ambient Sound Mode

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

JLab Go Air ✗

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient sound so that they can still be heard even while wearing the earbuds

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

JLab Go Air ✗

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when removed from your ears so that the music is paused.

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

JLab Go Air ✗

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

Supports Fast Charging

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

JLab Go Air ✗

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus support fast charging. Usually, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to charge the earbuds.

Has A Mute Function

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

JLab Go Air ✗

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have a mute function, they have the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

JLab Go Air ✓

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

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus also have a control panel on them.

Warranty Period

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus 1Years

JLab Go Air 2Years

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.

If covered under the manufacturer’s warranty it is possible to get a replacement in the case of a malfunction. Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have a warranty period of 1Years, less than that of JLab Go Air by 1 Years .

Has Voice Prompts

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

JLab Go Air ✓

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

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus too have voice prompts .i.e the earbuds notifies you if the battery is low, and it's time to recharge them.

Travel Bag Is Included

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

JLab Go Air ✗

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus come with their own special case. Carrying earphones without a case, or placing them inside your bag without a casing can easily damage them.

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Category	Features	Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus	JLab Go Air
DESIGN	ingress protection (ip) rating	IPX2	IP44
	weight	12.6g	10g
	has no wires or cables	✓	✓
	wingtips included	✓	✗
	sweat resistance	✓	✓
	has stereo speakers	✓	✓
SOUND QUALITY	has passive noise reduction	✓	✓
	driver unit size	✗	8mm
	lowest frequency	20Hz	20Hz
	highest frequency	20,000Hz	20,000Hz
	sound pressure level	✗	103dB/mW
POWER	battery life	11hours	5hours
	battery life of charging case	22hours	15hours
	charge time	1hours	1.5hours
	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	2only
MICROPHONE	mic sensitivity	✗	-38dBV/Pa
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	1Years	2Years
	has voice prompts	✓	✓
	travel bag is included	✓	✗
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