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Best for Gaming
JBL Live Beam 3
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JBL Live Beam 3
Best Battery Life
JBL Live Beam 3
Best for Calls
JBL Live Beam 3
Best Value
JBL Live Buds 3
The JBL Live Beam 3 and JBL Live Buds 3 are premium true wireless earbuds that share many flagship features, including Bluetooth 5.3, True Adaptive Noise Cancelling, IP55 protection, a smart touchscreen charging case, and JBL Signature Sound. The biggest differences come down to battery life, sound personalization, and overall listening experience. The Live Beam 3 offers longer playback, JBL Spatial Sound, and Personi-Fi 3.0 customization, making it more feature-rich. Meanwhile, the Live Buds 3 delivers slightly higher sensitivity and a comfortable in-ear design for users who prioritize strong audio output and everyday convenience.
Verdict
The JBL Live Beam 3 is the stronger overall choice thanks to its longer battery life, 48-hour total playback, JBL Spatial Sound support, and advanced Personi-Fi 3.0 audio customization. It is ideal for users who want a more immersive listening experience and maximum features. The JBL Live Buds 3 remains an excellent alternative for daily use, offering similar ANC performance and call quality at what may be a more attractive price point depending on market availability.
| Specification | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | Rs.24,999.00 |
Rs.24,999.00 |
| Brand | JBL |
JBL |
| Model No | Live Buds 3 |
Live Beam 3 |
| Wired / Wireless | Wireless Headphone Specification |
Wireless Headphone Specification |
| Headphone Type | In Ear Canal |
In Ear |
| Magnet Type | Dynamic |
Dynamic |
| Driver Diameter | 10 mm |
10 mm |
| Impedance | 16 Ohms |
16 Ohms |
| Sensitivity | 103dB SPL@1 kHz |
98 dB SPL@1 kHz |
| Frequency Response | 20 Hz - 40KHz |
20 Hz - 40KHz |
| Maximum Power Input | 5V 1A |
5V 1A |
| Wireless / Bluetooth Details | ||
| Wireless Technology | Bluetooth |
Bluetooth |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.3 |
5.3 |
| Compatible Profiles | All Bluetooth Devices |
All Bluetooth Devices |
| Supported Codecs | AAC, SBC |
AAC, SBC |
| Battery Type | Lithium-Ion Batteries |
Lithium-Ion Batteries |
| Bluetooth Range | 10 Meters |
10 Meters |
| Battery Life | 10 Hours |
12 Hours |
| Charging Time | 2 Hours |
2 Hours |
| Noise Cancelling | True Adaptive Noise Cancelling |
True Adaptive Noise Cancelling |
| Available Colors | Black, Blue, Purple, Silver |
Black, Blue, Purple, Silver |
| Connector Plating | NA |
NA |
| Cable | USB Type-C Charging Cable |
USB Type-C Charging Cable |
| Weight | 73 GM |
72 GM |
| Other Features | IP55 Water and dust resistant. 40 Hours Total Playback : Enjoy 10 hours of playtime, plus another 30 in the charging case.* Need to recharge faster? 10 minutes on a USB type-C charging cable will give you another four hours of playtime. True Adaptive Noise Cancelling With Custom Control : Tune out the outside world entirely or customize just how much ambient sound you decide to let in, with four noise-sensing mics that automatically adapt to your surroundings in real time. Hi-Res Audio Wireless With JBL Signature Sound : The JBL Live Buds 3’s 10mm dynamic drivers are powered by JBL Signature Sound. Each driver is perfectly tuned to deliver deep bass, balanced mid-range, and refined high frequencies—all at any volume level. 6 Mics For Perfect Calls You Can Customize Yourself : Six beamforming microphones reduce wind and noise interference, so your words always come through loud and clear. A voice equalizer and voice level optimizer give you full control not only over how you sound to others. Convenient Smart Charging Case For App-Free Control : You can customize every aspect of your JBL Live Buds 3 earbuds with the 1.45-inch touchscreen display on your Smart Charging Case. The display gives you full control of your sound on any devices - laptop, TV, smartphones, or tablets. |
IP55 Water and dust resistant. True Adaptive Noise Cancelling With Custom Control : Tune out the outside world entirely or customize just how much ambient sound you decide to let in. 48 Hours Total Playback : Enjoy 12 hours of playtime, plus another 36 in the charging case. Get 4 hours of playtime with type-C charging cable in 10 Minutes Multi-point connection Switch effortlessly from one Bluetooth device to another, so if you are watching a video on your tablet, you won’t miss a call on your mobile. Personi-Fi - 3.0 : Shape your audio to match your personal listening profile with interactive customization tools that use precise information about you and your preferences to provide the exact sound curve that suits you best. 6 Customized Mics For Perfect Calls : Six beamforming microphones reduce wind and noise interference, so your words always come through loud and clear. A voice equalizer and voice level optimizer give you full control not only over how you sound to others Convenient Smart Charging Case For App-Free Control : You can customize every aspect of your JBL Live Beam 3 earbuds with the 1.45-inch touchscreen display on your Smart Charging Case. The display gives you full control of your sound on any devices - laptop, TV, smartphones, or tablets. Hi-Res Audio Wireless With Spatial Sound : The JBL Live Beam 3’s 10mm dynamic drivers are powered by JBL Signature Sound. Each driver is perfectly tuned to deliver deep bass, balanced mid-range, and refined high frequencies—all at any volume level. JBL Spatial Sound makes you feel like you’re at a concert as the sound comes from virtually everywhere around you. |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which product is better for gaming?
The JBL Live Beam 3 is better for gaming thanks to its immersive JBL Spatial Sound technology, which creates a wider and more engaging audio experience.
Does JBL Live Beam 3 support Spatial Sound?
Yes, the JBL Live Beam 3 features JBL Spatial Sound for a more immersive listening experience.
Which earbuds have longer battery life?
The JBL Live Beam 3 offers up to 12 hours of playback on the earbuds and 48 hours total with the charging case, compared to 40 hours total on the JBL Live Buds 3.
Do both models have Active Noise Cancelling?
Yes, both earbuds feature True Adaptive Noise Cancelling with customizable ambient sound controls.
Which model is better for phone calls?
Both offer six microphones for clear calls, but the JBL Live Beam 3 adds enhanced voice customization features, giving it a slight advantage.
Are both earbuds water resistant?
Yes, both the JBL Live Beam 3 and JBL Live Buds 3 come with an IP55 rating for water and dust resistance.
Top Differences
- Battery Life: 12 Hours vs 10 Hours
- Weight: 72 GM vs 73 GM