IP ratings refer to the rating of protection offered by an enclosure, against solids and liquids. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value means protection against solids say dust, followed by the one that refers to resistance against liquids (sweat).
Having a value of IP54, the Momentum True Wireless 4's rating for solids indicates 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 Momentum True Wireless 4, 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,
Momentum True Wireless 4 has a lower liquid rating than JBL Live Pro 2
The Momentum True Wireless 4 have a weight of 12.4g . We consider a lower weight best for the reason that lighter devices are more comfortable to transport.
The JBL Live Pro 2, at 9.6g
are lighter than the Momentum True Wireless 4 with a difference -2.8g
True wireless devices have no cables connecting any part of the device together, Momentum True Wireless 4 are true wireless for this matter since they don't have wires. This is a key distinction as some wireless earbuds have cables connecting the pair of earbuds together. JBL Live Pro 2 also is true wireless since it has no cables linking the pair of earbuds together.
Momentum True Wireless 4 have sweat resistance
JBL Live Pro 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
Momentum True Wireless 4 are both dustproof and water-resistant. Momentum True Wireless 4 have stereo speakers, what this means is that Momentum True Wireless 4's speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience. The JBL Live Pro 2 also have stereo speakers
Active noise cancellation utilises more advanced technology to actively counter noise.
How it works, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern of incoming noise and then inverts the soundwaves to counter it. In simple terms, it's like having +1 (noise) and adding -1 (inverted noise) giving zero therefore "diluting" the noise.
The Momentum True Wireless 4 have ANC enabling you to listen at lower volume levels, good for your ears as you don't need to crank up the earbuds volume to overcome background sounds.
The JBL Live Pro 2 too have Active Noise Cancellation making either of the devices ideal for flights and rush hour travels. Each work with different noise cancellation modes, pick the setting that suits your travel or that suites your chill time. Momentum True Wireless 4 sit tightly in place, this creates a sound covering that tones down your environment sounds while preventing the device sound from leaking out at the same.
Both JBL Live Pro 2, and Momentum True Wireless 4 have passive noise reduction this means that they tone down ambient noise without using technology to cancel it out. The Momentum True Wireless 4 have a unit size of 7mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, and can produce better bass. The driver unit is basically a mini speaker that makes sound in the earbuds, the unit size corellates with the sound produced by the earbuds.
JBL Live Pro 2 driver unit is 11mm in diameter,
making them have a larger driver unit than that of Momentum True Wireless 4 by 4mm
, as many tend to believe 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 indicate that they deliver better quality sound. The Momentum True Wireless 4's lowest frequency is at 5Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well an audio component produces low recognizable 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 means that
Momentum True Wireless 4 can produce a juicier bass than the JBL Live Pro 2
Momentum True Wireless 4's highest frequency is at 21,000Hz, high-frequency response measures if and how well an audio device produces high human frequencies and if it makes any adjustments to the signal while at it. JBL Live Pro 2's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that
Momentum True Wireless 4 can produce a clearer and crispier treble than the JBL Live Pro 2
SPL, is the pressure level of sound, in decibels, dB, Momentum True Wireless 4's measurement is 107dB/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 something is can be taken differently by separate people, so we need to have a way of getting an objective measurement of sound level expressed in numerical terms. The Momentum True Wireless 4's battery life is 7.5 hours, these last longer 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 Pro 2's battery life is
more than that of Momentum True Wireless 4 by 2.5 hours
. Every time you recharge your earbuds, 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 vendor, and the Momentum True Wireless 4's case has a charge of 22.5 hours. A charging case with more battery hours enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go many times before recharging the case itself. JBL Live Pro 2's charging case has a battery life of 30 hours,
more than that of Momentum True Wireless 4 by 7.5 hours
It requires 1.5 hours to fully charge the Momentum True Wireless 4's battery.
It is recommended to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds when they have been unused for long periods. JBL Live Pro 2 takes 2 hours to fully charge the battery,
more than that of Momentum True Wireless 4 by 0.5 hours
The Momentum True Wireless 4, 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 the earbuds. The Momentum True Wireless 4 have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the device has a low battery. The battery indicator lights indicate the charging status of your device and case.
JBL Live Pro 2 too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators allow you to tell the charging state of your earbuds, if charged fully, or having a low battery. The Momentum True Wireless 4 use USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable. JBL Live Pro 2 too support USB TYPE-C.
This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current electronics. Momentum True Wireless 4 have Bluetooth version of 5.4, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data movement 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 Momentum True Wireless 4
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
The Momentum True Wireless 4 have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth. JBL Live Pro 2 have a maximum range of 10meters,
equal to that of the Momentum True Wireless 4
Momentum True Wireless 4 support AAC, a codec that is used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps.
Because it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it provides better results than other codecs at a similar bit rate.
Being the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Momentum True Wireless 4 will work fine with your MacBook. If you intend on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well.
The Momentum True Wireless 4 support APTX Adaptive, an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that are developed by Qualcomm. It has a variable bit rate (between 279kbps and 420kbps).
JBL Live Pro 2 support APTX Adaptive as well which implies that both can adjust the bit rate for different scenarios, such as reducing interference from other devices. Momentum True Wireless 4 have 6 microphones.
The JBL Live Pro 2 microphones are 6,
equal to that of the Momentum True Wireless 4
. More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the device to filter out noise. The Momentum True Wireless 4 have a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are intended to reduce background sounds from the desired sound. The JBL Live Pro 2 too use a noise-canceling type of microphone.
This is useful in noisy environments. The Momentum True Wireless 4's highest mic frequency is 10,000Hz, high frequencies are best for recording treble. The highest mic frequency of a microphone is defined as its upper limiting frequency.
The Momentum True Wireless 4's lowest mic frequency is 100Hz, low frequencies are best for recording bass. The lowest mic frequency of a microphone is defined as its lower limiting frequency. The Momentum True Wireless 4 support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient sound to still be heard even while wearing them
The JBL Live Pro 2 support ambient sound mode as well, helpful when you want to listen to music but also be aware of your surrounding, for example when you’re having a jog but would still want to hear traffic.
Momentum True Wireless 4 support fast charging. Usually, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the time it takes to charge the earbuds. Also the JBL Live Pro 2 too support fast charging.
It's very similar to regular charging, only that the battery fills up much faster. Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in thirty minutes. Momentum True Wireless 4 support multipoint of 2 connections, this feature allows you connect to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them.
For example, you can 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 Momentum True Wireless 4
. Bluetooth multipoint is useful because you can be on one call without missing notifications coming from another connected device. Momentum True Wireless 4 have a mute function, they have the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.
The JBL Live Pro 2 also have the mute function. The mute function means that you can turn off the device's microphone, but still hear the other party talk. The Momentum True Wireless 4, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the earbuds.
JBL Live Pro 2 too have a control panel on them. The Momentum True Wireless 4 have a warranty period of 2 Years, the period of time that warrant free repair and adjustment services in case of a malfunction occurring under normal use that has followed instruction manuals. When covered under the manufacturer’s warranty it is possible to get a replacement in the case of a malfunction.
JBL Live Pro 2 have a warranty period of 1Years,
less than that of Momentum True Wireless 4 by 1 Years
.
The Momentum True Wireless 4 support voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information via 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 running low, and it's time to recharge the device.
Momentum True Wireless 4 come with their own special pouch. Carrying earbuds without a case, or placing them in your bag without a casing may easily put them at risk of getting damaged. JBL Live Pro 2 also have a case included, which is useful for safe transportation.
