IP ratings refer to the level of protection given by an enclosure, against dust and water. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value of the IP rating refers to protection against solids such as dust, followed by the one that refers to resistance against liquids (water).
Scoring IPX4, the Marshall Minor III's rating for solids indicates that no data available to specify a protection rating, 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 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,
JBL Live Free 2 has a higher liquid rating than Marshall Minor III
Marshall Minor III have a weight of 8g . We consider a lower weight best for the reason that lighter devices are easier to move with.
JBL Live Free 2, at 9.8g
weigh more than the Marshall Minor III by of 1.8g
True wireless devices have no cables connecting any part of the device together, Marshall Minor III are true wireless for this case since they have no cables. This is a major distinction since wireless earbuds have cables connecting the pair of earbuds .
JBL Live Free 2 also is true wireless because it doesn't have wires linking the two earbuds together. Marshall Minor III have sweat resistance
JBL Live Free 2's resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc
Marshall Minor III 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.
Both JBL Live Free 2 and Marshall Minor III have stereo speakers
Marshall Minor III have a unit size of 12mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, and can produce better bass. The driver unit is the component that produces sound in the earbuds, the unit size dictates the sound made by the earbuds. JBL Live Free 2 driver unit is 11mm in diameter,
which means 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 it's true that, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not indicate that they deliver better quality sound. Marshall Minor III's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio device produces low audible frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through. JBL Live Free 2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that
both devices make sound with equal bass
The Marshall Minor III's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response shows how well an audio device produces high audible frequencies and if it changes to the signal while at it.
JBL Live Free 2's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that
both devices generate equal treble
Marshall Minor III'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. JBL Live Free 2's battery life is
more than that of Marshall Minor III by 2 hours
. Every time you recharge your device, 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. The battery life of the charging case is given by the manufacturer, and the Marshall Minor III's case has a full charge of 25 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.
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 highly adivsable to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds for the first time. The Marshall Minor III, the device supports wireless charging.
To charge the earbuds, you simply place down on a compatible charging pad. Marshall Minor III have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the earbuds has a low battery. The battery indicator lights indicate the charging status of your device and case.
JBL Live Free 2 too have a battery level indicator, these enable you to determine the charging state of your device, whether fully charged, or the battery is running low. Marshall Minor III support USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable. JBL Live Free 2 too use USB TYPE-C.
This USB-C plug comes along with 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 to connect 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 result in better sound quality and enable the device to filter out background sounds. The Marshall Minor III support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when removed from your ears .
Marshall Minor III support fast charging. Usually, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to reduce the time it takes to fully charge a device.
JBL Live Free 2 too support fast charging. It's very similar to regular charging, only that the battery fills up much faster. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in just thirty minutes.
Marshall Minor III have a mute function, they have the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds. The JBL Live Free 2 too have the mute function. The mute function means that you can turn off the earbuds' microphone, but still hear the other party talk.
With the Marshall Minor III, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the earbuds. The JBL Live Free 2 too have a control panel on them. Marshall Minor III support voice prompts.
Automatically receive information through audio messages, say if there is an issue with the connection. JBL Live Free 2 also support voice prompts meaning the device notifies you when the battery is low, and it's time to recharge them. Marshall Minor III come with a special case.
Carrying earphones openly, or putting them inside your bag without a cover can easily damage them. JBL Live Free 2 also have a travel bag included, which offers safe transportation.
