Google Pixel Buds Pro vs JBL LIVE BUDS 3
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| Feature |  Google Pixel Buds Pro |  JBL LIVE BUDS 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | KSh 18,000.00 | KSh 19,000.00 |
| Drivers | Custom-designed 11mm dynamic drivers | mm dynamic driver |
| Connection | Bluetooth | Bluetooth |
| Active Noise Cancellation | Active Noise Cancellation with Silent Seal | True Adaptive Noise Canceling |
| Battery Life | Up to 11 hours / 31 hours with case (ANC off); 7 hours / 20 hours with case (ANC on) | Up to 40 hours; up to 8 hours with ANC on; up to 10 hours with ANC off |
| Water & Dust Resistance | IPX4 earbuds; IPX2 case | IP55, Water resistant |
| Weight | 6.2g per earbud; 62.4g case with earbuds | 9.2g per earpiece |
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General
| Specification | Google Pixel Buds Pro | JBL LIVE BUDS 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | JBL | |
| Model | Pixel Buds Pro | LIVE BUDS 3 |
| Announced | 2022 | 2024 |
| Type | True Wireless In-Ear Earbuds | True Wireless In-Ear Earbuds |
| Color | Charcoal, Fog, Lemongrass, Coral, Bay, Porcelain | Silver, Blue, Purple, Black |
Design
| Specification | Google Pixel Buds Pro | JBL LIVE BUDS 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 6.2g per earbud; 62.4g case with earbuds | 9.2g per earpiece |
| Dimensions | Earbud 22.33 x 22.03 x 23.72mm; case 63.2 x 50 x 25mm | — |
Battery & Charging
| Specification | Google Pixel Buds Pro | JBL LIVE BUDS 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Life | Up to 11 hours / 31 hours with case (ANC off); 7 hours / 20 hours with case (ANC on) | Up to 40 hours; up to 8 hours with ANC on; up to 10 hours with ANC off |
| Fast Charging | 5 minutes provides up to 1 hour | Yes — 4 hours runtime from speed charge |
| Charging Port | USB-C (case) | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | Yes (Qi case) | Yes |
| Charging Time | — | 2 hours from empty |
Connectivity
| Specification | Google Pixel Buds Pro | JBL LIVE BUDS 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Connection | Bluetooth | Bluetooth |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.0 | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Multipoint Connection | Yes | Yes |
| App Support | Google Pixel Buds app on Android | JBL Headphones app |
| Connector | — | N/A — wireless audio connection |
| Cable Length | — | N/A — no audio cable |
Features
| Specification | Google Pixel Buds Pro | JBL LIVE BUDS 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Voice Assistant | Google Assistant | Yes |
| Sensors | Capacitive touch, IR proximity, motion accelerometer and gyroscope | — |
| Special Features | Google Fast Pair; Audio Switch; Find My Device | True Wireless |
Audio
| Specification | Google Pixel Buds Pro | JBL LIVE BUDS 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Drivers | Custom-designed 11mm dynamic drivers | mm dynamic driver |
| Active Noise Cancellation | Active Noise Cancellation with Silent Seal | True Adaptive Noise Canceling |
| Transparency / Ambient Mode | Yes | Ambient Aware, TalkThru |
| Spatial Audio | Spatial Audio with head tracking on compatible Pixel devices | Spatial Sound |
| Microphones | Three microphones per earbud | 6 microphones |
| Audio Features | Volume EQ; five-band EQ; active in-ear pressure relief | JBL Pure Bass Sound, JBL Signature Sound, Voice Aware |
| Frequency Response | — | 20 Hz - 40 kHz |
| Impedance | — | 16Ω |
Charging Case
| Specification | Google Pixel Buds Pro | JBL LIVE BUDS 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Case Type | Charging case | Charging case |
| Case Battery Life | Included in total battery figures above | Up to 30 hours total playback contribution |
| Case Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Charging Port | USB-C | USB-C |
| Case Wireless Charging | Yes | Yes |
| Case Dimensions | 63.2 x 50 x 25mm | — |
| Case Weight | 62.4g with earbuds | 73g |
| Case Features | Protective charging case | Smart case |
Design & Controls
| Specification | Google Pixel Buds Pro | JBL LIVE BUDS 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Controls | Capacitive touch and swipe controls | Touch controls for playback, calls and listening modes |
| Water & Dust Resistance | IPX4 earbuds; IPX2 case | IP55, Water resistant |
| Ear Tips / Ear Cushions | Silicone ear tips, S/M/L | Ear tips included |
What's in the Box
| Specification | Google Pixel Buds Pro | JBL LIVE BUDS 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Headphones / Earbuds | Pixel Buds Pro earbuds | JBL Live Buds 3 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 | Silicone ear tips, S/M/L | 4 sizes of ear tips |
| Documentation | Quick start guide and safety documentation | Warranty / Warning (W / !); product QSG/ Safety Sheet (S / i) |