Overall Score 7.5 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
Overall Score 7 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
Category | Features | JBL Tune Flex | Samsung Galaxy Buds3 |
---|---|---|---|
DESIGN | ingress protection (ip) rating | IPX4 | IP57 |
weight | 9.6g | 9.4g | |
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 | 12mm | 11mm | |
lowest frequency | 20Hz | 20Hz | |
highest frequency | 20,000Hz | 20,000Hz | |
sound pressure level | 108dB/mW | ✗ | |
POWER | battery life | 8hours | 6hours |
battery life of charging case | 24hours | 24hours | |
charge time | 2hours | 5hours | |
has wireless charging | ✗ | ✓ | |
has a battery level indicator | ✓ | ✓ | |
CONNECTIVITY | has usb type-c | ✓ | ✓ |
bluetooth version | v5.2 | v5.4 | |
maximum bluetooth range | 10meters | 10meters | |
has aac | ✓ | ✓ | |
MICROPHONE | number of microphones | 4only | ✗ |
has a noise-canceling microphone | ✓ | ✓ | |
mic sensitivity | -38dBV/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 | ✓ | ✓ | |
has voice prompts | ✓ | ✓ | |
travel bag is included | ✓ | ✓ | |
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Ingress protection ratings refer to the rating of protection given by an enclosure, against solids and liquids. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value of the IP rating refers to protection against solids such as dust, while the second refers to resistance against liquids (water).
Having a value of IP57, the Samsung Galaxy Buds3'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 the second number of 7 means that they are protected against temporary immersion in water under set conditions, say 1 metre for 30 minutes. Compared to the Samsung Galaxy Buds3, JBL Tune Flex have a rating of IPX4 meaning that
no data available to specify a protection rating
and that of liquids is that,
Samsung Galaxy Buds3 has a higher liquid rating than JBL Tune Flex
Samsung Galaxy Buds3 have a weight of 9.4g . We take in account a lower weight better for the reason that lighter devices are easier to move with.
The JBL Tune Flex, at 9.6g are heavier than the Samsung Galaxy Buds3 with a difference of 0.2g For a device to be true wireless it must have no cables linking any part of the device together, Samsung Galaxy Buds3 are true wireless for this case since they don't have cables. This is a major distinction since wireless earbuds have cables connecting the pair of earbuds together. JBL Tune Flex also is true wireless since it doesn't have wires linking the pair of earbuds together.
Samsung Galaxy Buds3 have sweat resistance JBL Tune Flex's resistance to sweat makes both devices good for use during long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc Samsung Galaxy Buds3 have stereo speakers, what this means is that Samsung Galaxy Buds3'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 Tune Flex also have stereo speakers ANC utilises more advanced technology to reduce ambient sounds. ANC works when, it studies the sound pattern of incoming noise and after inverts the soundwaves to cancel it out.
Simply put, it's like having +1 (noise) and adding -1 (inverted noise) giving zero resulting in a reduced level of noise.
The Samsung Galaxy Buds3 have Active Noise Cancellation enabling you to listen at lower levels of volume, good for your ears as you don't have to crank up the earbuds volume to overcome background sounds. The JBL Tune Flex too have ANC making either of the earbuds ideal for plane rides and morning travels.
The Samsung Galaxy Buds3 and JBL Tune Flex work with different noise cancellation settings, pick the setting that you prefer for commute or that suites your chill time. Samsung Galaxy Buds3 have a unit size of 11mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, and can produce better bass. A driver unit is the component that makes sound in the device, its size corellates with the sound made by the earbuds.
JBL Tune Flex driver unit is 12mm in diameter,
making them have a larger driver unit than that of Samsung Galaxy Buds3 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 are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not indicate that they produce better quality sound. Samsung Galaxy Buds3's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well an audio component produces low frequencies that can be heard, and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it.
JBL Tune Flex's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that both devices can produce equal bass Samsung Galaxy Buds3's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response shows how well a particular audio device makes high human frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through. JBL Tune Flex's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that both devices can generate equal treble Samsung Galaxy Buds3'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 usually 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 Tune Flex's battery life is more than that of Samsung Galaxy Buds3 by 2 hours . Every time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less playing time. The effect is barely 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 vendor, and Samsung Galaxy Buds3's case is said to have a full charge of 24 hours.
A charging case with more battery hours enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go many times before having to recharge the case itself. JBL Tune Flex's charging case has a battery life of 24 hours, equal to that of the Samsung Galaxy Buds3 It requires 5 hours to fully charge the Samsung Galaxy Buds3's battery. It is highly adivsable to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds for the first time.
JBL Tune Flex takes 2 hours to fully charge the battery, less than that of Samsung Galaxy Buds3 by 3 hours The Samsung Galaxy Buds3, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you simply place down on a compatible charging pad. The Samsung Galaxy Buds3 have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the device has a low battery.
Its lights display the charging status of your device and charging case. JBL Tune Flex too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators enable you tell the charging state of your device, if charged fully, or having a low battery. Samsung Galaxy Buds3 have USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable.
JBL Tune Flex too use USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current electronics. Samsung Galaxy Buds3 have Bluetooth version of 5.4, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.
JBL Tune Flex has a Bluetooth version of 5.2, older than that of Samsung Galaxy Buds3 . Newer versions provide faster data transfers. Samsung Galaxy Buds3 have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth. JBL Tune Flex have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Samsung Galaxy Buds3 support AAC, a codec that is used for Bluetooth audio.
It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Since 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 Buds3 will work well with your iPhone.
If you are planning 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 JBL Tune Flex support AAC as well. Designed to be the successor of the MP3 format, AAC generally achieves higher sound quality than MP3 encoders at the same bit rate.
Samsung Galaxy Buds3 have a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are designed to filter out background sounds from the desired sound. The JBL Tune Flex too have a noise-canceling type of microphone. This is useful in noisy environments.
Samsung Galaxy Buds3 support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient sound so that they can still be heard even when wearing them The JBL Tune Flex support ambient sound mode as well, helpful when you want to listen to music while being aware of what’s happening around you, for example when you’re having a run but would still want to hear traffic. The Samsung Galaxy Buds3 have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when they are removed from your ears . When misplaced in a room, or can't be found in your bag, the Samsung Galaxy Buds3 have a find earbuds feature. JBL Tune Flex too have the find earbuds feature.
Simply use the device app on your smartphone to play a sound from your earbuds to find them. Samsung Galaxy Buds3 support fast charging. Most often, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the time it takes to charge a device.
JBL Tune Flex too support fast charging. It's very similar to regular charging, just that the battery fills up much faster. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in just thirty minutes.
Samsung Galaxy Buds3 support multipoint of 2 connections, the multipoint feature allows you connect to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. For example, you can easily switch calls from one device to another without manually disconnect and reconnect. The JBL Tune Flex support multipoint count of 2, equal to that of the Samsung Galaxy Buds3 . Bluetooth multipoint is useful because you can be on one call without missing notifications from another connected device.
Samsung Galaxy Buds3 have a mute function, they have the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device. The JBL Tune Flex also have the mute function. It means that you can turn off the device's microphone, but you can still hear the other party talk.
With the Samsung Galaxy Buds3, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the earbuds. JBL Tune Flex too have a control panel on them. The Samsung Galaxy Buds3 have voice prompts.
With voice prompts, you receive information via audio messages, like if there is an issue with the connection. JBL Tune Flex too support voice prompts .i.e the device notifies you if the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge the earbuds. The Samsung Galaxy Buds3 come with a special pouch.
Carrying earbuds without a case, or putting them inside your pockets without a casing can easily put them at risk of getting damaged. JBL Tune Flex too have a travel bag included, which is useful for safe transportation.