Ingress protection ratings is the rating of protection offered by a casing, against solids and water. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value of the IP rating refers to protection against solids such as dust, while the second refers to protection against liquids (sweat).
Scoring IPX4, the Marshall Minor III's rating for solids indicates that no data available to specify a protection rating, 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 Marshall Minor III, JBL Live Free 2 have a rating of IPX5 meaning that
we are not yet certain of their rating with solids (dust)
and that of liquids is that,
Marshall Minor III has a lower liquid rating than JBL Live Free 2
The Marshall Minor III have a weight of 8g . We take in account a lower weight best for the reason that lighter devices are more comfortable to transport.
The JBL Live Free 2, at 9.8g
weigh more than the Marshall Minor III by of 1.8g
True wireless devices have no wires linking any part of the device together, Marshall Minor III are true wireless for this matter since they don't have wires. This is an important distinction since wireless earbuds have cables connecting the pair of earbuds together. JBL Live Free 2 also is true wireless because it doesn't have wires connecting the two earbuds .
Marshall Minor III are resistant to sweat
JBL Live Free 2's resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal for use during long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc
Marshall Minor III have stereo speakers, what this means is that Marshall Minor III's speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience.
The JBL Live Free 2 also have stereo speakers
Marshall Minor III have a unit size of 12mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, therefor producing better bass. The driver unit is the component that makes sound in the device, its size dictates the sound made by the device. JBL Live Free 2 driver unit is 11mm in diameter,
which implies that they have a smaller driver unit than that of Marshall Minor III by 1mm
, a common assumption 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 can generate louder sound, but this does not imply that they deliver better quality sound. The Marshall Minor III's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well an audio component generates low audible frequencies and if it alters the signal while at it. JBL Live Free 2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that
both devices can make sound with equal bass
Marshall Minor III's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio component makes high audible frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal on its way through.
JBL Live Free 2's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that
both devices can produce equal treble
The Marshall Minor III'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 given by the manufacturer, and with more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings. JBL Live Free 2's battery life is
more than that of Marshall Minor III by 2 hours
. Every time you recharge your earbuds, 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. This is given by the manufacturer, and the Marshall Minor III's case has a charge of 25 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go several times before recharging the case itself.
JBL Live Free 2's charging case has a battery life of 28 hours,
more than that of Marshall Minor III by 3 hours
It takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the Marshall Minor III's battery. It is recommended to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds when they have been in storage for extended periods. The Marshall Minor III, the device supports wireless charging.
To charge the earbuds, you just place down on a compatible charging pad. The Marshall Minor III have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the device has a low battery. Its lights show the charging status of your earbuds and case.
JBL Live Free 2 too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators allow you to determine the charging state of your device, if charged fully, or the battery is running low. The Marshall Minor III support USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable. JBL Live Free 2 too support USB TYPE-C.
This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current laptops, phones, and tablets. The Marshall Minor III have Bluetooth version of 5.2, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data transfers between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. JBL Live Free 2 has a Bluetooth version of 5.2,
equal to that of the Marshall Minor III
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
Marshall Minor III have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth. JBL Live Free 2 have a maximum range of 10meters,
equal to that of the Marshall Minor III
The Marshall Minor III support APTX HD, an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that are developed by Qualcomm. It supports high-quality 24-bit audio (at a bit rate of 576kbps).
Marshall Minor III have 2 microphones.
JBL Live Free 2 microphones are 6,
more than that of Marshall Minor III by 4
. More microphones record better sound quality and help the earbuds to filter out background sounds. Marshall Minor III support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when they are removed from your ears so that the music is paused. The Marshall Minor III support fast charging.
Usually, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the time it takes to charge the earbuds. JBL Live Free 2 too support fast charging. This kind is similar to regular charging, just that the battery is filling up much faster.
Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in thirty minutes. The Marshall Minor III have a mute function, they support the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds. The JBL Live Free 2 also support the mute function.
The mute function means that you can turn off the device's microphone, but still hear the other party talk. With the Marshall Minor III, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the earbuds. JBL Live Free 2 too have a control panel on them.
The Marshall Minor III have voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, say if there is an issue with the connection. JBL Live Free 2 also have voice prompts .i.e the earbuds notifies you if the battery is running low, and you need to recharge them.
The Marshall Minor III come with their own special case. Carrying earphones openly, or placing them in your bag without a casing can easily damage them. JBL Live Free 2 also have a case included, which is useful for safe transportation.
