JBL Live Beam 3
JBL
87 Overall Score
vs
Sony WF-C510
Sony
90 Overall Score
Scores
Fitness
Budget
Travel
Music
Calls
Gaming
Commute
Specifications
| JBL Live Beam 3 | Sony WF-C510 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | XS, S, M, L | Extra small, Medium, Extra large |
| Weight | 0.01 kg | 0.00 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 10 mm★ | 6 mm |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz | 20 Hz |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | 20 kHz |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 100 dB★ | — |
| Max SPL | 96 dB★ | — |
| 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 (Silver) | AAC, SBC |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | ✗ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | — |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| Profiles | A2DP 1.4, AVRCP, HFP 1.8 | A2DP |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | — | Bluetooth |
| Range | 10.100000381469727 m★ | 10 m |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 12 hrs★ | 11 hrs |
| Charge Time | 2 hrs★ | 3 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 10min=4hrs | 5 minute quick charge allows you to enjoy up to 1 hour of extra playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 48 hrs★ | 11 hrs |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Capacity | 68 mAh★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6★ | 1 |
| NC Mic | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa | Google Home, Apple Home |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | ✗ |
| App | JBL Headphones | Android & iOS |
| Volume Limiting | — | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | ✗ |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IP55 | IPX4 |
Pros & Cons
JBL Live Beam 3
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong mic (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong battery (95th percentile)95th %ile
Sony WF-C510
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong comfort (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong sound (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
Verdict
Winner: JBL Live Beam 3
Scores 87 overall, wins 5 of 7 usage categories and 14 of 41 specs.