Apple AirPods with Wireless Charging Case (2nd generation) vs. JBL Wave

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Apple AirPods with Wireless Charging Case (2nd generation) and JBL Wave. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare design, sound quality, but also other key features of both headphones and easily decide which ones are the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the headphones that best fit your needs and expectations.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Apple AirPods with Wireless Charging Case (2nd generation) vs. JBL Wave Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Apple AirPods with Wireless Charging Case (2nd generation) JBL Wave
Product Type True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Product Generation 2nd generation -
Height 4.05 cm -
Width 1.65 cm -
Depth 1.8 cm -
Weight 4 g -
Dimensions & Weight Details Charging case: 4.43 cm x 2.13 cm x 5.35 cm / 40 g Earbud: 8.8 g
Charging case: 39.5 g
Colour - White
Protection - Dust-resistant, IP54, water-resistant
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
SOUND QUALITY Apple AirPods with Wireless Charging Case (2nd generation) JBL Wave
Headphones Form Factor Ear-bud Ear-bud
Headphones Technology - Dynamic
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version - Bluetooth 5.2
Bluetooth Profiles - 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
Sensitivity - 100 dB
Impedance - 16 Ohm
Max Sound Pressure - 95 dB
Diaphragm - 8 mm
Features Apple H1 chip -
MICROPHONE Apple AirPods with Wireless Charging Case (2nd generation) JBL Wave
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Sensitivity - -38 dBV/Pascal
REMOTE CONTROL Apple AirPods with Wireless Charging Case (2nd generation) JBL Wave
Controls Volume, answer/end, next/previous track -
CABLE Apple AirPods with Wireless Charging Case (2nd generation) JBL Wave
Cable Type - USB-C charge cable
FEATURES Apple AirPods with Wireless Charging Case (2nd generation) JBL Wave
Intelligent Assistant Siri -
Sensors Dual optical sensors, motion-detecting accelerometer, speech-detecting accelerometer -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Apple AirPods with Wireless Charging Case (2nd generation) JBL Wave
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer
Battery Capacity - 48 mAh
Battery Life 5 hour(s) 8 hours JBL Wave lasts longer on a single charge than the Apple AirPods with Wireless Charging Case (2nd generation).
Battery Life Details Continuous playback: up to 5 hours
Continuous talk: up to 3 hours
Continuous playback: up to 8 hours
Continuous playback (with included charging case): up to 32 hours
Charging Time - 2 hours
Auto On/Off Yes -
Included Qty - 2
OTHERS Apple AirPods with Wireless Charging Case (2nd generation) JBL Wave
Included Accessories Lightning cable, wireless charging case 3 pairs of ear tips (small, medium, large), USB-C charging cable, charging case (530 mAh)
Compatibility iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac -
Service & Support Limited warranty - 1 year -
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