Audio-Technica ATH CKR55BT vs. JBL Wave Beam

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Audio-Technica ATH CKR55BT and JBL Wave Beam. Compare design, audio features, functions and other important specifications to easily choose the right headphones for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the headphones that will best fit your needs.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Audio-Technica ATH CKR55BT vs. JBL Wave Beam Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Audio-Technica ATH CKR55BT JBL Wave Beam
Product Type Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Weight 17 g -
Dimensions & Weight Details - Earbud: 8.8 g
Charging case: 39.5 g
Colour Steel black Black | Beige | Blue
Protection - Dust-resistant, IP54, water-resistant
Recommended Use - Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m -
SOUND QUALITY Audio-Technica ATH CKR55BT JBL Wave Beam
Headphones Form Factor In-ear Ear-bud
Headphones Technology Dynamic Dynamic
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 5.2 JBL Wave Beam have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Audio-Technica ATH CKR55BT.
Bluetooth Profiles Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects - Deep Bass
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Both headphones offer the same frequency response.
Sensitivity 103 dB/mW 100 dB Audio-Technica ATH CKR55BT have higher sensitivity than JBL Wave Beam.
Impedance 16 Ohm 16 Ohm
Max Sound Pressure - 95 dB
Diaphragm 10.7 mm 8 mm Audio-Technica ATH CKR55BT have a thicker diaphragm than JBL Wave Beam.
Features - TalkThru technology, Ambient Aware, Speed Charge, Smart Ambient, VoiceAware
MICROPHONE Audio-Technica ATH CKR55BT JBL Wave Beam
Form Factor - Built-in
Type On-cable -
Microphone Technology Electret condenser -
Microphone Operation Mode Omni-directional -
Frequency Response 100 - 10000 Hz -
Audio Input Details Omni-directional - 100 - 10000 Hz -
Sensitivity -44 dB -38 dBV/Pascal
CABLE Audio-Technica ATH CKR55BT JBL Wave Beam
Cable Type Micro-USB charge cable - detachable - 30 cm USB-C charge cable
BATTERY AND CHARGING Audio-Technica ATH CKR55BT JBL Wave Beam
Battery Type 1 x headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer
Battery Capacity - 48 mAh
Battery Life 7 hour(s) 8 hours JBL Wave Beam lasts longer on a single charge than the Audio-Technica ATH CKR55BT.
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback: up to 8 hours
Continuous playback (with included charging case): up to 32 hours
Standby Time 200 hours -
Charging Time 3 hour(s) 2 hours JBL Wave Beam recharge faster than Audio-Technica ATH CKR55BT.
Included Qty 1 2
WIRELESS LINK Audio-Technica ATH CKR55BT JBL Wave Beam
Modulation Type FHSS -
Radio Frequency Range 2.402 - 2.480GHz -
OTHERS Audio-Technica ATH CKR55BT JBL Wave Beam
Included Accessories Clip, pouch case, 4 pairs of ear tips (XS, S,M, L) 3 pairs of ear tips (small, medium, large), USB-C charging cable, charging case (530 mAh)
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