Weight
- Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro
- 5.4 g per earbud
- JBL LIVE BUDS 3
- 9.2 g per earbud
Earbud comparison
Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro vs JBL LIVE BUDS 3
Compare sound, battery life, fit, controls and connections.
01Selected  Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro
KSh 18,500In Stock | 02  JBL LIVE BUDS 3
KSh 19,000In Stock |
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Our quick verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro is the stronger choice: it has better water and dust protection (IP57) and is lighter on the head, while the JBL LIVE BUDS 3 is slimmer.
Connections
- Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro
- Bluetooth 5.4 connection
- JBL LIVE BUDS 3
- Bluetooth 5.3 connection
Controls
- Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro
- Touch controls for playback
- JBL LIVE BUDS 3
- Touch controls for everyday use
Fit
- Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro
- Silicone ear tips
- JBL LIVE BUDS 3
- Ear tips included
Battery life
- Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro
- Up to 26 hours with the case
- JBL LIVE BUDS 3
- Up to 30 hours with the case
Key differences
The main differences to help you choose.
Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro
- IP57 water and dust resistance (vs IP55).
- Newer Bluetooth 5.4 (vs 5.3).
- Lighter: 5.4 g each (vs 9.2 g).
- Lower price: KSh 18,500 (vs KSh 19,000).
JBL LIVE BUDS 3
- Slimmer: 15.9 mm thick (vs 18.1 mm).
What matters most to you?
6 priorities selected.
| Priority | Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro | JBL LIVE BUDS 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Fit | Silicone ear tips | Ear tips included |
| Weight | 5.4 g per earbud | 9.2 g per earbud |
| Battery life | Up to 26 hours with the case | Up to 30 hours with the case |
| Controls | Touch, pressure/pinch and swipe controls | Touch controls for playback, calls and listening modes |
| Noise cancellation | Noise cancellation for listening | Noise cancellation for listening |
| Connections | Bluetooth 5.4 | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Water resistance | IP57 water and dust resistance | IP55 water and dust resistance |
| Software | Works with the Galaxy Wearable app | Works with the JBL Headphones app |
| Case charging | USB-C, wireless charging | USB-C |
| Drivers | 10.5mm dynamic driver + 6.1mm planar driver | 10 mm dynamic drivers |
| App support | Galaxy Wearable app | JBL Headphones app |
| Voice assistant | Bixby | Yes |
| Transparency / ambient mode | Ambient Sound | Ambient Aware, TalkThru |
| Case features | 515mAh typical battery | Smart case |
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Detailed comparison
Explore the full specifications, section by section.
These products have the same published specifications.
Similarities
- Both work with a companion app.
- Both have active noise cancellation.
- Both have an ambient mode to hear your surroundings.
- Both charge over USB-C.
- Both have built-in microphones for calls.
- Both connect over Bluetooth.
In summary
For most buyers the Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro is the better buy; the JBL LIVE BUDS 3 makes sense if you want a slimmer build.
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