Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 FE vs JBL Tune Flex 2
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Key specifications and important differences. Full details follow below.
| Feature |  Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 FE |  JBL Tune Flex 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | KSh 12,000 | KSh 12,500 |
| Drivers | 1-way | mm dynamic driver |
| Connection | Bluetooth | Bluetooth |
| Active Noise Cancellation | Yes | Adaptive Noise Canceling |
| Battery Life | Up to 6 hours per charge / Up to 24 hours total with ANC on; Up to 8.5 hours per charge / Up to 30 hours total with ANC off | Up to 48 hours; up to 8 hours with ANC on |
| Water & Dust Resistance | IP54 | IP54, Water resistant |
| Weight | 5g per earbud | 4.4g per earpiece |
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General
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 FE | JBL Tune Flex 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Samsung | JBL |
| Model | Galaxy Buds3 FE (SM-R420) | Tune Flex 2 |
| Announced | 2025 | 2024 |
| Type | True Wireless In-Ear Earbuds | True Wireless In-Ear Earbuds |
| Color | Black, Gray (White in some markets) | Black, White, Turquoise |
Design
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 FE | JBL Tune Flex 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 5g per earbud | 4.4g per earpiece |
| Dimensions | 21.1 x 18.0 x 33.8mm per earbud (H x W x D) | — |
Battery & Charging
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 FE | JBL Tune Flex 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Life | Up to 6 hours per charge / Up to 24 hours total with ANC on; Up to 8.5 hours per charge / Up to 30 hours total with ANC off | Up to 48 hours; up to 8 hours with ANC on |
| Charging Port | USB-C | USB-C |
| Charging Time | — | 2 hrs from empty hours from empty |
| Fast Charging | — | Yes |
| Wireless Charging | — | No |
Connectivity
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 FE | JBL Tune Flex 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Connection | Bluetooth | Bluetooth |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4 | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Multipoint Connection | Samsung Auto Switch on compatible Galaxy devices | Yes |
| Connector | N/A - wireless audio connection | N/A — wireless audio connection |
| Cable Length | N/A - no audio cable | N/A — no audio cable |
| App Support | Galaxy Wearable app; newer Galaxy devices also expose controls in Quick Panel and device settings | JBL Headphones app |
Features
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 FE | JBL Tune Flex 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Voice Assistant | Bixby | — |
| Sensors | Hall Sensor, Pressure Sensor, Proximity Sensor, Touch Sensor | — |
| Special Features | Samsung Find | True Wireless |
Audio
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 FE | JBL Tune Flex 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Drivers | 1-way | mm dynamic driver |
| Audio Codecs | AAC, SBC, SSC(Samsung Seamless Codec) | — |
| Active Noise Cancellation | Yes | Adaptive Noise Canceling |
| Transparency / Ambient Mode | Ambient Sound | Ambient Aware, TalkThru |
| Spatial Audio | Samsung 360 Audio | Spatial Sound |
| Microphones | 6 microphones | 6 microphones |
| Audio Features | 24-bit Hi-Fi sound, six microphones | JBL Pure Bass Sound, Voice Aware |
| Frequency Response | — | 20 Hz - 20 kHz |
| Impedance | — | 13Ω |
Charging Case
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 FE | JBL Tune Flex 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Case Type | Charging case | Charging case |
| Case Battery Life | Up to 24 hours total with ANC on; Up to 30 hours total with ANC off | Up to 36 hours total playback contribution |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Charging Port | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Dimensions | 48.7 x 58.9 x 24.4mm (H x W x D) | — |
| Case Weight | 41.8g | 32.9g |
| Case Features | 515mAh typical battery | Standard charging case |
| Case Wireless Charging | — | No |
Design & Controls
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 FE | JBL Tune Flex 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Controls | Touch, pressure/pinch and swipe controls | Touch Control |
| Water & Dust Resistance | IP54 | IP54, Water resistant |
| Ear Tips / Ear Cushions | Silicone ear tips | Ear tips included |
What's in the Box
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 FE | JBL Tune Flex 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Headphones / Earbuds | Galaxy Buds3 FE earbuds | JBL Tune Flex 2 headphones |
| Charging Case | Charging case | Charging case |
| Charging Cable | N/A - USB-C cable not included | Type-C USB charging cable |
| Audio Cable | N/A - not included | N/A — not included |
| Ear Tips / Accessories | Three sets of silicone ear tips | 3 sizes of ear tips; 1 size open ear tips |
| Documentation | Quick Start Guide | Warranty / Warning (W / !); product QSG/ Safety Sheet (S / i) |
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