Weight
- JBL Live Beam 3
- 5 g per earbud
- Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro
- 5.4 g per earbud
Earbud comparison
JBL Live Beam 3 vs Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro
Compare sound, battery life, fit, controls and connections.
01Selected  JBL Live Beam 3
KSh 18,800Out of Stock | 02  Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro
KSh 18,500In Stock |
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Our quick verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro has better water and dust protection (IP57) and is slimmer, while the JBL Live Beam 3 offers up to 48 hours with the charging case.
Connections
- JBL Live Beam 3
- Charging case uses USB-C
- Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro
- Uses USB-C
Controls
- JBL Live Beam 3
- Touch controls for everyday use
- Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro
- Touch controls for playback
Fit
- JBL Live Beam 3
- Three silicone ear-tip sizes
- Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro
- Silicone ear tips
Battery life
- JBL Live Beam 3
- Up to 48 hours with the case
- Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro
- Up to 26 hours with the case
Key differences
The main differences to help you choose.
JBL Live Beam 3
- Rated for up to 48 hours in total with the charging case (vs 26).
- Charging case uses USB-C.
- Hi-Res Audio certified.
Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro
- IP57 water and dust resistance (vs IP55).
- Slimmer: 18.1 mm thick (vs 22.51 mm).
- Uses USB-C for charging.
What matters most to you?
6 priorities selected.
| Priority | JBL Live Beam 3 | Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Fit | Three silicone ear-tip sizes | Silicone ear tips |
| Weight | 5 g per earbud | 5.4 g per earbud |
| Battery life | Up to 48 hours with the case | Up to 26 hours with the case |
| Controls | Earbud touch controls and case touchscreen | Touch, pressure/pinch and swipe controls |
| Noise cancellation | Noise cancellation for listening | Noise cancellation for listening |
| Connections | Bluetooth wireless | Bluetooth 5.4 |
| Water resistance | IP55 water and dust resistance | IP57 water and dust resistance |
| Software | JBL Headphones | Works with the Galaxy Wearable app |
| Charging port | USB-C on case | USB-C |
| Drivers | 10 mm dynamic | 10.5mm dynamic driver + 6.1mm planar driver |
| App support | JBL Headphones | Galaxy Wearable app |
| Voice assistant | Voice assistant configured through JBL Headphones app | Bixby |
| Transparency / ambient mode | Smart Ambient and TalkThru | Ambient Sound |
| Case type | Smart Charging Case with 1.45-inch touchscreen | Charging case |
| Case features | Touchscreen music, volume, calls and EQ controls | 515mAh typical battery |
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Detailed comparison
Explore the full specifications, section by section.
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Similarities
- 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.
- Both use In-ear design uses sealing ear tips.
In summary
For most buyers the Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro is the better buy; the JBL Live Beam 3 makes sense if you want up to 48 hours with the charging case.
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