IP ratings is the rating of protection offered by a casing, against dust 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 (water).
Having a value of IPX7, the Galaxy Buds 2 Pro's rating for solids indicates that no data available to specify a protection rating, and the second value of 7 means that they are protected against temporary immersion in water under set conditions, say 1 metre for 30 minutes. In comparison to the Galaxy Buds 2 Pro, JBL Live Pro 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 Pro 2 has a lower liquid rating than Galaxy Buds 2 Pro
Galaxy Buds 2 Pro have a weight of 11g . We prefer a lower weight better because lighter devices are easier to carry.
The JBL Live Pro 2, at 9.6g
weigh less than the Galaxy Buds 2 Pro by -1.4g
True wireless devices have no cables linking any part of the device together, Galaxy Buds 2 Pro are true wireless for this case since they have no wires. This is an important difference as some wireless earbuds have cables linking the pair of earbuds together. JBL Live Pro 2 also is true wireless because it doesn't have wires connecting the pair of earbuds together.
The Galaxy Buds 2 Pro come with wingtips, these are commonly used for workout earbuds and come as an optional add-on to each silicone ear tip for a better fit. Galaxy Buds 2 Pro are resistant to sweat
JBL Live Pro 2's resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal for use during long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc
The Galaxy Buds 2 Pro are both dustproof and water-resistant. Galaxy Buds 2 Pro 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 Galaxy Buds 2 Pro have stereo speakers
ANC utilises more advanced technology to reduce unwanted ambient sounds. ANC works when, it studies the sound pattern of incoming noise and then generates a mirror signal to cancel it out. Simply put, it's like having +1 (sound from your surrounding) and producing -1 (inverted noise) giving 0 hence "diluting" the noise.
Galaxy Buds 2 Pro have Active Noise Cancellation allowing you to listen at lower levels of volume, causing less ear fatigue as you don't need to crank up the earbuds volume to overcome background sounds. JBL Live Pro 2 too have ANC which makes either of the earbuds ideal for plane rides and rush hour commutes. The Galaxy Buds 2 Pro and JBL Live Pro 2 operate with different noise cancellation modes, pick the setting that suits your travel or that suites your relaxation time.
The Galaxy Buds 2 Pro sit tightly in place, this creates a sound seal that tones down background noise and also prevents the earbuds music from leaking out at the same. Both of these devices have passive noise reduction this implies that both limit ambient noise instead of actively using technology to cancel it out. Galaxy Buds 2 Pro have a unit size of 10mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, and can produce better bass.
A driver unit is the component that produces sound in the device, the unit size dictates the loudness of the earbuds. JBL Live Pro 2 driver unit is 11mm in diameter,
making them have a larger driver unit than that of Galaxy Buds 2 Pro by 1mm
, many people have a misconception 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 can generate louder sound, but this does not mean that they deliver better quality sound.
Galaxy Buds 2 Pro'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 alters 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 Galaxy Buds 2 Pro's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response measures if and how well an audio device produces high human 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 produce equal treble
The sound pressure level, is the level of pressure of sound, measured in decibels, dB, Galaxy Buds 2 Pro's measurement is 25dB/mW.
Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source. JBL Live Pro 2's sound pressure level measurement is 93dB/mW. How loud a device is can be perceived differently by separate persons, so we need to have the means to get an objective measurement of sound level expressed in numerical terms.
The Galaxy Buds 2 Pro's battery life is 8 hours, these last longer than 5 hours of listening which is considered average for a single charge. 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 Galaxy Buds 2 Pro by 2 hours
. Each time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less listening time.
The effect is not noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time. This is given by the vendor, and the Galaxy Buds 2 Pro's case is said to have a full charge of 18 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go multiple times before recharging the case itself.
JBL Live Pro 2's charging case has a battery life of 30 hours,
more than that of Galaxy Buds 2 Pro by 12 hours
The Galaxy Buds 2 Pro, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the device, you just put down on a supported charging pad. JBL Live Pro 2 also support wireless charging, always look out for the charging standard of the earbuds.
Galaxy Buds 2 Pro have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the earbuds has a low battery. Its lights show the charging state of your earbuds and case. JBL Live Pro 2 too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators allow you to tell the charging state of your earbuds, whether fully charged, or having a low battery.
The Galaxy Buds 2 Pro support USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable. JBL Live Pro 2 too support USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug comes along with most current electronics.
Galaxy Buds 2 Pro have Bluetooth version of 5.3, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables 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 Galaxy Buds 2 Pro
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers. The Galaxy Buds 2 Pro have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth.
JBL Live Pro 2 have a maximum range of 10meters,
equal to that of the Galaxy Buds 2 Pro
Galaxy Buds 2 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 the same bit rate.
Being the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Galaxy Buds 2 Pro will work well 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. The Galaxy Buds 2 Pro have 6 microphones.
JBL Live Pro 2 microphones are 6,
equal to that of the Galaxy Buds 2 Pro
. More microphones record better sound quality and help the earbuds to filter out noise. Galaxy Buds 2 Pro have a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are intended to filter out background sounds from the desired sound. The JBL Live Pro 2 too have a noise-canceling microphone.
Especially useful in noisy environments. Galaxy Buds 2 Pro support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel 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 but also be aware of what’s happening around you, for example when you’re having a run but would still want to hear traffic. Galaxy Buds 2 Pro support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when removed from your ears .
The JBL Live Pro 2 too support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears saving battery life.
If misplaced in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, Galaxy Buds 2 Pro support the find earbuds feature. The JBL Live Pro 2 also have the find earbuds feature. Simply use the earbuds app on your smartphone to play an alarm from your device to help you find them.
The Galaxy Buds 2 Pro support fast charging. Commonly, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the time it takes to charge a device. The JBL Live Pro 2 support fast charging.
It's very similar to regular charging, only that the battery is filling up much faster. Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in just 30 minutes. The Galaxy Buds 2 Pro have a mute function, they support the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.
The JBL Live Pro 2 too have this function. The mute function means that you unilaterally turn off the device's microphone, but you can still hear the other party's voice. With the Galaxy Buds 2 Pro, so you can easily 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. Galaxy Buds 2 Pro have voice prompts. Automatically receive information through audio messages, like if there is an issue with the connection.
The JBL Live Pro 2 also support voice prompts .i.e the earbuds notifies you when the battery is low, and you need to recharge the earbuds. Galaxy Buds 2 Pro come with a special case. Carrying earbuds without a case, or placing them inside your pockets without a cover can easily damage them.
JBL Live Pro 2 too have a travel bag included, which is useful for safe transportation.
