In depth comparison and review of Jaybird X3 and JBL TUNE 230NC TWS. 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.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Jaybird X3 | JBL TUNE 230NC TWS |
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Product Type | Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless | True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless | |
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Length | 49 cm | - | |
Weight | 13.8 g | - | |
Dimensions & Weight Details | Control unit: 1.2 cm x 0.6 cm x 4.25 cm | Earbud: 5.1 g Charging case: 47.3 g |
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Colour | Alpha | Black | Road rash | Sparta | Blue | Sand | Black | White | |
Protection | Dust-resistant, sweat-resistant | Waterproof, sweat-resistant, IPX4 | |
Design | Sports | - | |
Recommended Use | Portable electronics | Portable electronics |
SOUND QUALITY | Jaybird X3 | JBL TUNE 230NC TWS |
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Headphones Form Factor | In-ear | In-ear | |
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Headphones Technology | - | Dynamic | |
Connectivity Technology | Wireless | Wireless | |
Wireless Technology | Bluetooth | Bluetooth | |
Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 4.1 | Bluetooth 5.2 | JBL TUNE 230NC TWS have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Jaybird X3. |
Bluetooth Profiles | Serial Port Profile (SPP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP), Low Complexity Subband Coding (SBC) | Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) | |
Active Noise Cancelling | - | Yes | JBL TUNE 230NC TWS are equipped with active noice cancellation. |
Active Noise Cancelling Technology | - | Smart Ambient | |
Noise Isolating | Yes | - | Jaybird X3 are equipped with a noise isolating function. |
Sound Output Mode | Stereo | Stereo | |
Sound Effects | - | Pure Bass | |
Frequency Response | 20 - 20000 Hz | 20 - 20000 Hz | Both headphones offer the same frequency response. |
Max Input Power | 12 mW | - | |
Sensitivity | 103 dB | 105 dB | JBL TUNE 230NC TWS have higher sensitivity than Jaybird X3. |
Impedance | 16 Ohm | 16 Ohm | |
Max Sound Pressure | - | 95 dB | |
Diaphragm | 5.8 mm | 6 mm | JBL TUNE 230NC TWS have a thicker diaphragm than Jaybird X3. |
In-Cord Volume Control | Yes | - |
MICROPHONE | Jaybird X3 | JBL TUNE 230NC TWS |
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Form Factor | - | Built-in | |
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Type | On-cable | - | |
Microphone Operation Mode | Omni-directional | - | |
Audio Input Details | Omni-directional | - | |
Sensitivity | -38 dB | -38 dBV/Pascal | |
Microphones Included | - | 4 |
REMOTE CONTROL | Jaybird X3 | JBL TUNE 230NC TWS |
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Controls | Power on/off, volume control | - |
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CABLE | Jaybird X3 | JBL TUNE 230NC TWS |
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Cable Type | USB charge cable | USB-C charge cable |
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FEATURES | Jaybird X3 | JBL TUNE 230NC TWS |
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Features | - | Touch control |
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BATTERY AND CHARGING | Jaybird X3 | JBL TUNE 230NC TWS |
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Battery Type | Rechargeable | 2 x headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer | |
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Battery Capacity | - | 70 mAh | |
Battery Life | 8 hour(s) | 10 hour(s) | JBL TUNE 230NC TWS lasts longer on a single charge than the Jaybird X3. |
Battery Life Details | - | Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling off): up to 10 hours Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling on): up to 8 hours Continuous playback (with included charging case): up to 40 hours |
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Standby Time | 200 hours | - | |
Charging Time | 2.5 hour(s) | 2 hour(s) | JBL TUNE 230NC TWS recharge faster than Jaybird X3. |
Included Qty | - | 2 |
WIRELESS LINK | Jaybird X3 | JBL TUNE 230NC TWS |
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Radio Frequency Range | 2.4GHz | - |
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OTHERS | Jaybird X3 | JBL TUNE 230NC TWS |
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Included Accessories | Carrying pouch, 3 ear tips, clothing clip, 3 pairs of EarFins, charging clip, 3 sizes Comply isolation tips, cord management clips | 3 pairs of ear tips (small, medium, large), charging case (750 mAh) | |
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Compatibility | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Android phone, BlackBerry, Windows phone | - | |
Compliant Standards | - | IPX4 | |
Service & Support | Limited warranty - 2 years | Limited warranty - 2 years |