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Samsung Type-C Earphones AKG vs JBL Tune 310C USB

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

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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 USB

JBL Tune 310C USB

  • 14.3 g.
  • Uses USB-C for charging.
  • Connects to one device at a time.
  • No noise cancellation for listening.
  • Touch controls for everyday use.
KSh 4,000In Stock

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Our quick verdict

Choose the Samsung Type-C Earphones AKG if you want larger 11 mm drivers and a lower price (KSh 400 less). Choose the JBL Tune 310C USB if you want a lighter build (14.3 g) and a newer model (2023).

Weight

Samsung Type-C Earphones AKG
18.35 g
JBL Tune 310C USB
14.3 g

Fit

Samsung Type-C Earphones AKG
S/M/L ear tips
JBL Tune 310C USB
Ear tips included

Battery life

Samsung Type-C Earphones AKG
Wired earphones
JBL Tune 310C USB
Wired device

Controls

Samsung Type-C Earphones AKG
Inline playback, volume and call controls
JBL Tune 310C USB
Touch controls for playback, calls and listening modes

Audio

Samsung Type-C Earphones AKG
AKG tuning
JBL Tune 310C USB
JBL Pure Bass Sound

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Samsung Type-C Earphones AKG

  • Larger drivers: 11 mm (vs 9 mm).
  • Lower price: KSh 3,600 (vs KSh 4,000).

JBL Tune 310C USB

  • Lighter: 14.3 g (vs 18.35 g).
  • Newer model: released in 2023 (vs 2019).
  • Hi-Res Audio certified.

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PrioritySamsung Type-C Earphones AKGJBL Tune 310C USB
FitS/M/L ear tipsEar tips included
Weight18.35 g14.3 g
Battery lifeWired earphonesWired device
ControlsInline playback, volume and call controlsTouch controls for playback, calls and listening modes
ConnectionsUSB-C wiredUSB-C wired
AudioAKG tuningJBL Pure Bass Sound

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Type-C Earphones AKGJBL Tune 310C USB
BrandSamsungJBL
ModelType-C Earphones AKG (EO-IC100 family)Tune 310C USB
Announced2019 (manufacturer datasheet availability)2023
TypeUSB-C Wired EarphonesUSB-C Wired Earphones

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Type-C Earphones AKGJBL Tune 310C USB
Weight18.35 g14.3 g / 0.03 lbsg

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Type-C Earphones AKGJBL Tune 310C USB
Battery LifeWired earphonesWired device
Charging TimeWired earphones—
Charging PortWired earphonesUSB-C
Fast Charging—No
Wireless Charging—No

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Type-C Earphones AKGJBL Tune 310C USB
ConnectionUSB-C wiredUSB-C wired
ConnectorUSB-CUSB-C
Bluetooth—USB-C wired design
Multipoint Connection—No
Cable Length—No audio cable
App Support—No

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Type-C Earphones AKGJBL Tune 310C USB
Special Features—Hi-Res Audio; three-button remote

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Type-C Earphones AKGJBL Tune 310C USB
DriversTwo-way: 11 mm + 8 mm9 mm dynamic drivers
Frequency Response20 Hz–20 kHz20 Hz - 40 kHz
Impedance32 ohms16 ohms
Active Noise CancellationNoNo
MicrophonesYes; inline microphone1 microphones
Audio FeaturesAKG tuning; integrated DACJBL Pure Bass Sound
Transparency / Ambient Mode—No
Spatial Audio—No

Charging Case

Charging Case specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Type-C Earphones AKGJBL Tune 310C USB
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
SpecificationSamsung Type-C Earphones AKGJBL Tune 310C USB
ControlsInline playback, volume and call controlsTouch controls for playback, calls and listening modes
Ear Tips / Ear CushionsS/M/L ear tipsEar tips included

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationSamsung Type-C Earphones AKGJBL Tune 310C USB
Headphones / EarbudsSamsung Type-C earphonesJBL Tune 310C USB-C headphones
Charging CaseNo charging caseNo charging case
Ear Tips / AccessoriesS/M/L ear tips3 sizes of ear tips
DocumentationQuick start guideWarranty / Warning (W / !); product QSG/ Safety Sheet (S / i)
Charging Cable—USB charging cable
Audio Cable—Not included

Similarities

  • Both have built-in microphones for calls.
  • Same type: USB-C Wired Earphones.
  • Neither has active noise cancellation.
  • Both use wired connection.

In summary

JBL Tune 310C is the lighter option to carry; Samsung Type-C Earphones AKG trades extra weight for drivers.

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