Overall Score 8.3 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
Overall Score 7.8 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
Category | Features | JBL Live Pro 2 | Nothing Ear 2 |
---|---|---|---|
DESIGN | ingress protection (ip) rating | IPX5 | IP54 |
weight | 9.6g | 9g | |
has no wires or cables | ✓ | ✓ | |
sweat resistance | ✓ | ✓ | |
has stereo speakers | ✓ | ✓ | |
SOUND QUALITY | has active noise cancellation (noise control) | ✓ | ✓ |
has passive noise reduction | ✓ | ✓ | |
driver unit size | 11mm | 11.6mm | |
lowest frequency | 20Hz | 20Hz | |
highest frequency | 20,000Hz | 20,000Hz | |
sound pressure level | 93dB/mW | ✗ | |
POWER | battery life | 10hours | 6hours |
battery life of charging case | 30hours | 30hours | |
charge time | 2hours | 1hours | |
has wireless charging | ✓ | ✓ | |
has a battery level indicator | ✓ | ✓ | |
CONNECTIVITY | has usb type-c | ✓ | ✓ |
bluetooth version | v5.2 | v5.3 | |
maximum bluetooth range | 10meters | 10meters | |
has aac | ✗ | ✓ | |
has aptx adaptive | ✓ | ✗ | |
MICROPHONE | number of microphones | 6only | 6only |
has a noise-canceling microphone | ✓ | ✓ | |
mic sensitivity | -38dBV/Pa | -40dBV/Pa | |
EXTRAS | has ambient sound mode | ✓ | ✓ |
has in/on-ear detection | ✓ | ✓ | |
has find earbuds feature | ✓ | ✓ | |
supports fast charging | ✓ | ✓ | |
multipoint count | 2only | 2only | |
has a mute function | ✓ | ✓ | |
control panel placed on a device | ✓ | ✓ | |
warranty period | 1Years | ✗ | |
has voice prompts | ✓ | ✓ | |
travel bag is included | ✓ | ✓ | |
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IP ratings is the level of protection given by an enclosure, against solids and water. 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 resistance against liquids (sweat).
Having a value of IP54, the Nothing Ear 2's rating is read as, the first number of 5 denotes that ingress of dust is not totally prevented but dust does not enter in harmful quantities to interfere with the correct operation or impair safety, 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 Nothing Ear 2, JBL Live Pro 2 have a rating of IPX5 meaning that
no data available to specify a protection rating
and that of liquids is that,
Nothing Ear 2 has a lower liquid rating than JBL Live Pro 2
Nothing Ear 2 have a weight of 9g . We take in account a lower weight best for the reason that lighter devices are more comfortable to move with.
The JBL Live Pro 2, at 9.6g weigh more than the Nothing Ear 2 with a difference of 0.6g For a device to be true wireless it should have no wires linking any part of the device together, Nothing Ear 2 are true wireless for this matter since they don't have cables. This is an important difference as some wireless earbuds have cables connecting the 2 earbuds . JBL Live Pro 2 also is true wireless because it has no cables linking the 2 earbuds . Nothing Ear 2 are resistant to sweat JBL Live Pro 2's resistance to sweat makes both devices good for use during long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc Nothing Ear 2 have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience. Both JBL Live Pro 2 and Nothing Ear 2 have stereo speakers Active noise cancellation uses advanced kind of tech to reduce unwanted ambient sounds.
ANC works when, it studies the sound pattern of incoming noise and after inverts the soundwaves to counter it. Simply put, it's like taking +1 (sound from your surrounding) and producing -1 (counter sound by the device) giving zero thus "diluting" the noise.
The Nothing Ear 2 have Active Noise Cancellation allowing you to listen at lower volume levels, causing less ear fatigue since you don't have to crank up the earbuds volume to outcompete background sounds.
JBL Live Pro 2 too have ANC which makes either of the devices ideal for plane rides and morning commutes. The Nothing Ear 2 and JBL Live Pro 2 work with different noise cancellation modes, pick the setting that suits your commute or that enhances your chill time. The Nothing Ear 2 stay well in place, this creates a sound covering that tones down your environment noise and also prevents the device sound from leaking out at the same.
Both JBL Live Pro 2, and Nothing Ear 2 have passive noise reduction this means that both limit ambient noise instead of actively using ANC to cancel it out. Nothing Ear 2 have a unit size of 11.6mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, therefor producing better bass. The driver unit is the component that produces sound in the device, its size dictates the sound produced by the device.
JBL Live Pro 2 driver unit is 11mm in diameter,
which means that they have a smaller driver unit than that of Nothing Ear 2 by 0.6mm
, a common assumption that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.
However, large drivers usually have difficulty producing high frequencies so yes, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not mean that they produce better quality sound. Nothing Ear 2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well an audio device produces low audible frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through.
JBL Live Pro 2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that both devices make sound with equal bass The Nothing Ear 2's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response shows how well an audio device makes high audible frequencies and if it changes to the signal while at it. JBL Live Pro 2's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that both devices can produce equal treble Nothing Ear 2's battery life is 6 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 more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and have to charge the device less often.
JBL Live Pro 2's battery life is more than that of Nothing Ear 2 by 4 hours . Every time you recharge your device, they get a little less listening time. The effect is not noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will no longer play for long like they used to. This is given by the vendor, and Nothing Ear 2's case has a charge of 30 hours.
A charging case with more battery hours allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go several times before recharging the case itself. JBL Live Pro 2's charging case has a battery life of 30 hours, equal to that of the Nothing Ear 2 It requires 1 hours to fully charge the Nothing Ear 2's battery. It is highly adivsable to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds for the first time.
JBL Live Pro 2 takes 2 hours to fully charge the battery, more than that of Nothing Ear 2 by 1 hours The Nothing Ear 2, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the device, you just place down on a compatible charging pad. JBL Live Pro 2 also support wireless charging, take note of the charging standard of a device.
Nothing Ear 2 have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the earbuds has a low battery. Its lights show the charging state of your device and charging case. JBL Live Pro 2 too have a battery level indicator, these allow you tell the charging state of your device, if charged fully, or the battery is running low.
Nothing Ear 2 use USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable. JBL Live Pro 2 too have USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current laptops, phones, and tablets.
Nothing Ear 2 have Bluetooth version of 5.3, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. JBL Live Pro 2 has a Bluetooth version of 5.2, older than that of Nothing Ear 2 . Newer versions provide faster data transfers. Nothing Ear 2 have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth.
JBL Live Pro 2 have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the Nothing Ear 2 Nothing Ear 2 support AAC, a codec that is 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.
Being the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Nothing Ear 2 will work well with your MacBook. If you intend on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well. The Nothing Ear 2 have 6 microphones.
JBL Live Pro 2 microphones are 6, equal to that of the Nothing Ear 2 . More microphones record better sound quality and help the device to filter out background sounds. The Nothing Ear 2 use a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are designed to filter out noise from the earbuds' sound. The JBL Live Pro 2 too use a noise-canceling type of microphone.
This is useful in noisy areas. Nothing Ear 2 microphone sensitivity is measured at -40dBV/Pa. The vastness 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 pick up. JBL Live Pro 2 microphone sensitivity is measured at -38dBV/Pa. Microphone sensitivity is a measurement of a microphone's efficiency on how well it converts sounds to electrical energy.
The Nothing Ear 2 support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient sound to still be heard even when wearing them The JBL Live Pro 2 support ambient sound mode as well, it’s useful when you want to listen to music while being aware of what’s happening around you, say you’re having a jog but still want to be able to hear traffic. Nothing Ear 2 have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when removed from your ears . JBL Live Pro 2 support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears improving your listening experience. If misplaced in a room, or can't be found in your bag, the Nothing Ear 2 have a find earbuds feature.
The JBL Live Pro 2 too have the find earbuds feature. Simply use the earbuds app on your smartphone to play an alarm from your device to help you locate them. The Nothing Ear 2 support fast charging.
Usually, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the time it takes to fully charge a device. The JBL Live Pro 2 support fast charging. It's very similar to regular charging, just that the battery fills up much faster.
Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in thirty minutes. The Nothing Ear 2 have a multipoint of 2 connections, the multipoint feature allows you connect to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. Say, you can easily switch calls from one device to another without manually disconnect and reconnect.
The JBL Live Pro 2 support multipoint count of 2, equal to that of the Nothing Ear 2 . Bluetooth multipoint is useful because you can be on one call without missing notifications coming from another connected device. Nothing Ear 2 have a mute function, they have the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds. The JBL Live Pro 2 too support the mute function.
It means that you can turn off the earbuds' microphone, but you can still hear the other party talk. The Nothing Ear 2, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the earbuds. The JBL Live Pro 2 also have a control panel on them.
Nothing Ear 2 support voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information via audio messages, say if there is a problem with the connection. The JBL Live Pro 2 too support voice prompts meaning the earbuds notifies you when the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge them.
Nothing Ear 2 come with a special pouch. Carrying earphones openly, or putting them inside your pockets without a casing can easily put them at risk of getting damaged. JBL Live Pro 2 also have a case included, which offers safe transportation.