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JBL T50HI vs Samsung Type-C Earphones AKG

Compare sound, battery life, fit, controls and connections.

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JBL T50HI

JBL T50HI

  • In-ear design uses sealing ear tips.
  • wired connection.
  • 1.2 m cable for extra reach.
  • 8.6mm dynamic driver.
  • Controls: one-button universal remote with mic for call management.
KSh 3,500In Stock
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Samsung Type-C Earphones AKG

Samsung Type-C Earphones AKG

  • 18.35 g.
  • wired connection.
  • No noise cancellation for listening.
  • Wired earphones.
  • Drivers: two-way: 11 mm + 8 mm.
KSh 3,600In Stock
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JBL Tune 310C USBKSh 4,000
Xiaomi Type-C earphonesKSh 860
Mi In-Ear-Earphones BasicKSh 900
Soundcore P30i Noise Cancelling EarbudsKSh 3,480
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Our quick verdict

The Samsung Type-C Earphones AKG is the stronger choice: it has larger 11 mm drivers, while the JBL T50HI only costs KSh 100 less.

Fit

JBL T50HI
3 sizes: S, M
Samsung Type-C Earphones AKG
S/M/L ear tips

Controls

JBL T50HI
One-button universal remote with mic for call management
Samsung Type-C Earphones AKG
Inline playback, volume and call controls

Connections

JBL T50HI
Wired
Samsung Type-C Earphones AKG
USB-C wired

Audio

JBL T50HI
JBL Bass Sound
Samsung Type-C Earphones AKG
AKG tuning

Impedance

JBL T50HI
30 ± 4.5 Ω
Samsung Type-C Earphones AKG
32 ohms

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

JBL T50HI

  • Lower price: KSh 3,500 (vs KSh 3,600).

Samsung Type-C Earphones AKG

  • Larger drivers: 11 mm (vs 8.6 mm).

What matters most to you?

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How each product answers the questions buyers ask most. Tick a topic to add it, untick one to hide it.

6 priorities selected.
How each product answers the selected priorities
PriorityJBL T50HISamsung Type-C Earphones AKG
Fit3 sizes: S, M and LS/M/L ear tips
ControlsOne-button universal remote with mic for call managementInline playback, volume and call controls
ConnectionsWiredUSB-C wired
AudioJBL Bass SoundAKG tuning
Impedance30 ± 4.5 Ω32 ohms
TypeWired In-Ear EarphonesUSB-C Wired Earphones

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL T50HISamsung Type-C Earphones AKG
BrandJBLSamsung
ModelT50HIType-C Earphones AKG (EO-IC100 family)
Announced20182019 (manufacturer datasheet availability)
TypeWired In-Ear EarphonesUSB-C Wired Earphones
ColorBlack, Blue, White—

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL T50HISamsung Type-C Earphones AKG
Weight—18.35 g

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL T50HISamsung Type-C Earphones AKG
Battery LifeNot applicableWired earphones
Charging Time—Wired earphones
Fast Charging——
Charging Port—Wired earphones
Wireless Charging——

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL T50HISamsung Type-C Earphones AKG
ConnectionWiredUSB-C wired
BluetoothNot applicable—
Bluetooth Range——
Multipoint Connection——
Connector3.5mmUSB-C
Cable Length1.2m—

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL T50HISamsung Type-C Earphones AKG
Special FeaturesBass Sound; lightweight and comfortable; one-button universal remote with mic—

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL T50HISamsung Type-C Earphones AKG
Drivers8.6mm dynamic driverTwo-way: 11 mm + 8 mm
Frequency Response20 Hz–20 kHz20 Hz–20 kHz
Impedance30 ± 4.5 Ω32 ohms
Audio CodecsNot applicable—
Active Noise Cancellation—No
Transparency / Ambient Mode——
Spatial Audio——
MicrophonesBuilt-in in-line microphoneYes; inline microphone
Audio FeaturesJBL Bass Sound; sensitivity 101 ± 3 dB SPL; maximum SPL 10mW; rated power input 3mWAKG tuning; integrated DAC

Charging Case

Charging Case specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL T50HISamsung Type-C Earphones AKG
Case TypeNo charging caseNo charging case
Case Battery Life——
Case Charging——
Case Charging Port——
Case Wireless Charging——
Case Dimensions——
Case Weight——
Case Water & Dust Resistance——
Case Features——

Design & Controls

Design & Controls specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL T50HISamsung Type-C Earphones AKG
ControlsOne-button universal remote with mic for call managementInline playback, volume and call controls
Ear Tips / Ear Cushions3 sizes: S, M and LS/M/L ear tips

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL T50HISamsung Type-C Earphones AKG
Headphones / Earbuds1 pair of JBL T50HI headphonesSamsung Type-C earphones
Charging CaseNo charging caseNo charging case
Charging CableNot applicable—
Audio Cable——
Ear Tips / Accessories3 sets of ear tips (S, M and L)S/M/L ear tips
Documentation1 warranty and safety cardQuick start guide

Similarities

  • Both have built-in microphones for calls.
  • Same frequency response: 20 Hz–20 kHz.
  • Both use wired connection.

In summary

For most buyers the Samsung Type-C Earphones AKG is the better buy; the JBL T50HI makes sense if price matters most, as it costs less.

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In-stock alternatives

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