Marshall Minor IV True Wireless Earbuds vs JBL Live Flex
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| Feature |  Marshall Minor IV True Wireless Earbuds |  JBL Live Flex |
|---|---|---|
| Price | KSh 17,500.00 | KSh 17,500.00 |
| Drivers | 12mm dynamic drivers | mm dynamic driver |
| Connection | Bluetooth | Bluetooth |
| Active Noise Cancellation | No | True Adaptive Noise Canceling |
| Battery Life | Up to 7 hours; 30+ hours total with charging case | Up to 40 hours; up to 6 hours with ANC on; up to 8 hours with ANC off |
| Water & Dust Resistance | IPX4 (earbuds) | IP54, Water resistant |
| Weight | 7.39g per earbud; 39.41g case | 10.4g per earpiece |
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General
| Specification | Marshall Minor IV True Wireless Earbuds | JBL Live Flex |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Marshall | JBL |
| Model | Minor IV | Live Flex |
| Announced | 2024 | 2023 |
| Type | Open-Ear True Wireless Earbuds | True Wireless In-Ear Earbuds |
| Color | Black, Cream | Black, Blue, Rose |
Design
| Specification | Marshall Minor IV True Wireless Earbuds | JBL Live Flex |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 7.39g per earbud; 39.41g case | 10.4g per earpiece |
Battery & Charging
| Specification | Marshall Minor IV True Wireless Earbuds | JBL Live Flex |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Life | Up to 7 hours; 30+ hours total with charging case | Up to 40 hours; up to 6 hours with ANC on; up to 8 hours with ANC off |
| Charging Time | 1.1 hours earbuds; 2 hours case | 2 hours from empty |
| Fast Charging | 15 minutes provides 3 hours | Yes |
| Charging Port | USB-C (case) | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | Yes (case) | No |
Connectivity
| Specification | Marshall Minor IV True Wireless Earbuds | JBL Live Flex |
|---|---|---|
| Connection | Bluetooth | Bluetooth |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3 LE | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Bluetooth Range | 10m | — |
| Multipoint Connection | Yes | Yes |
| App Support | Marshall Bluetooth app | JBL Headphones app |
| Connector | — | N/A — wireless audio connection |
| Cable Length | — | N/A — no audio cable |
Features
| Specification | Marshall Minor IV True Wireless Earbuds | JBL Live Flex |
|---|---|---|
| Voice Assistant | No dedicated voice command | Yes |
| Sensors | Touch sensors | — |
| Special Features | Bluetooth LE Audio-ready; battery preservation | True Wireless |
Audio
| Specification | Marshall Minor IV True Wireless Earbuds | JBL Live Flex |
|---|---|---|
| Drivers | 12mm dynamic drivers | mm dynamic driver |
| Frequency Response | 20Hz-20kHz | 20 Hz - 20 kHz |
| Impedance | 32 ohms | 32Ω |
| Audio Codecs | SBC, AAC, LC3 | — |
| Active Noise Cancellation | No | True Adaptive Noise Canceling |
| Transparency / Ambient Mode | N/A - open-fit design | Ambient Aware, TalkThru |
| Spatial Audio | No | Spatial Sound |
| Microphones | Built-in microphones | 6 microphones |
| Audio Features | Marshall signature sound; customizable EQ | Voice Aware |
Charging Case
| Specification | Marshall Minor IV True Wireless Earbuds | JBL Live Flex |
|---|---|---|
| Case Type | Charging case | Charging case |
| Case Battery Life | Included in total battery figures above | — |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Charging Port | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Wireless Charging | Yes | No |
| Case Weight | 39.41g | 52g |
| Case Features | Protective charging case | Standard charging case |
| Case Water & Dust Resistance | — | IPX2 |
Design & Controls
| Specification | Marshall Minor IV True Wireless Earbuds | JBL Live Flex |
|---|---|---|
| Controls | Touch controls | Touch Control |
| Water & Dust Resistance | IPX4 (earbuds) | IP54, Water resistant |
| Ear Tips / Ear Cushions | N/A - open-fit design | Ear tips included |
What's in the Box
| Specification | Marshall Minor IV True Wireless Earbuds | JBL Live Flex |
|---|---|---|
| Headphones / Earbuds | Minor IV earbuds | JBL Live Flex earbuds |
| Charging Case | Charging case | Charging case |
| Charging Cable | USB-C charging cable | Type-C USB charging cable |
| Audio Cable | N/A - true wireless design | N/A — not included |
| Ear Tips / Accessories | N/A - open-fit design | Ear tips |
| Documentation | Quick start guide and safety documentation | Warranty / Warning (W / !); Product Quick Start Guide / Safety Sheet (S / i) |