JBL Live Beam JBLLIVEBEAM3PURAM
JBL
82 Overall Score
vs
Beyerdynamic DT 73 IE
Beyerdynamic
30 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
JBL Live Beam JBLLIVEBEAM3PURAM
75 out of 100 medium confidence 12 reviews
The JBL Live Beam 3 earbuds receive mostly positive feedback for their excellent sound quality, deep bass, and innovative charging case with a touchscreen. Users appreciate the customizable app, effective noise cancellation, and comfortable fit. However, some report issues with firmware updates causing one earbud to fail, accidental touch controls, and a case that unlocks in pockets. The ANC is generally good but not top-tier, and battery life could be better for active users.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Deep bass
- Innovative charging case with touchscreen
- Customizable app
- Effective noise cancellation
Cons
- Firmware update failures
- Accidental touch controls
- Case unlocks in pocket
- ANC not top-tier
- Battery life could be better
Sound quality 8
Noise cancellation 7
Charging case screen 5
Firmware and bugs 4
Battery life 4
Fit and comfort 4
Beyerdynamic DT 73 IE
No customer feedback yet
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Specifications
| JBL Live Beam JBLLIVEBEAM3PURAM | Beyerdynamic DT 73 IE | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | stick-closed earbuds | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | — | XS, S, M, L, XL + 3 pairs memory foam (Comply Tx-500) |
| Weight | 0.08 kg | 0.02 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 10 mm★ | — |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Min | — | 5 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | JBL Live Beam 3 - True wireless noise-cancelling stick-closed earbuds, 48Hrs total playback, Wireless Charging, 6 Mics for perfect calls, Multi-point connection, IP55 waterproof and dustproof (Purple) | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | ✗ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3★ | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 12 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 10 min for 4 hour playback | — |
| Charging | USB-C★ | proprietary |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 48 hrs★ | — |
| Case Charging | USB-C★ | — |
| Wireless Charging | ✓★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Mic Count | 6★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓★ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant | — |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | — |
| App | JBL Headphones App | — |
| Water Resistance | IP55 | IP65 |
Pros & Cons
JBL Live Beam JBLLIVEBEAM3PURAM
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong battery (94th percentile)94th %ile
Beyerdynamic DT 73 IE
- Strong comfort (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong sound (76th percentile)
- Below average social proof (10th percentile)10th %ile
- Below average mic (12th percentile)12th %ile
- Below average connectivity (13th percentile)13th %ile
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
Pricing
JBL Live Beam JBLLIVEBEAM3PURAM0.321score per dollar
vs
Beyerdynamic DT 73 IE0.061score per dollar
JBL Live Beam JBLLIVEBEAM3PURAM offers 5.3x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: JBL Live Beam JBLLIVEBEAM3PURAM
Scores 82 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 15 of 31 specs.
