Jaybird X3 vs. Jaybird Freedom 2

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Jaybird X3 and Jaybird Freedom 2. 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

Jaybird X3 vs. Jaybird Freedom 2 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Jaybird X3 Jaybird Freedom 2
Product Type Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Length 49 cm 36 cm
Weight 13.8 g 13.8 g Both headphones are equally heavy.
Dimensions & Weight Details Control unit: 1.2 cm x 0.6 cm x 4.25 cm Control unit: 1.12 cm x 0.87 cm x 4.48 cm
Charge clip: 1.4 cm x 1.2 cm x 4 cm / 6 g
Earbud: 2.34 cm x 0.62 cm x 2.24 cm
Colour Alpha | Black | Road rash | Sparta Gold | Carbon | Steel blue
Body Material - Metal
Protection Dust-resistant, sweat-resistant Sweat-resistant
Design Sports Sports
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics, phone
SOUND QUALITY Jaybird X3 Jaybird Freedom 2
Headphones Form Factor In-ear In-ear
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 4.1 Both headphones have the same Bluetooth version.
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), Headset Profile (HSP), Serial Port Profile (SPP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
Noise Isolating Yes Yes Both headphones are equipped with noise isolation.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects - Super Bass Control (SBC)
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Both headphones offer the same frequency response.
Max Input Power 12 mW -
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) - <3%
Sensitivity 103 dB 96 dB Jaybird X3 have higher sensitivity than Jaybird Freedom 2.
Impedance 16 Ohm 16 Ohm
Diaphragm 5.8 mm 6 mm Jaybird Freedom 2 have a thicker diaphragm than Jaybird X3.
Simultaneously Connectable Devices Qty (Multipoint) - 8 Jaybird Freedom 2 have the ability to connect to multiple devices simultaneously.
In-Cord Volume Control Yes Yes
MICROPHONE Jaybird X3 Jaybird Freedom 2
Type On-cable On-cable
Microphone Operation Mode Omni-directional -
Audio Input Details Omni-directional Omni-directional
Sensitivity -38 dB -38 dB
REMOTE CONTROL Jaybird X3 Jaybird Freedom 2
Controls Power on/off, volume control Power on/off, volume control, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, reject call
CABLE Jaybird X3 Jaybird Freedom 2
Cable Type USB charge cable USB charge cable
Cable Length - 36 cm
BATTERY AND CHARGING Jaybird X3 Jaybird Freedom 2
Battery Type Rechargeable Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer
Battery Capacity - 60 mAh
Battery Life 8 hour(s) 8 hour(s) Both headphones last the same amount of time on a single charge.
Standby Time 200 hours 110 hours Jaybird X3 have longer standby time than Jaybird Freedom 2.
Charging Time 2.5 hour(s) 2.5 hour(s) The charging of both headphones last the same time.
WIRELESS LINK Jaybird X3 Jaybird Freedom 2
Radio Frequency Range 2.4GHz -
OTHERS Jaybird X3 Jaybird Freedom 2
Included Accessories Carrying pouch, 3 ear tips, clothing clip, 3 pairs of EarFins, charging clip, 3 sizes Comply isolation tips, cord management clips Charging clip, cord management clips
Compatibility iPhone, iPad, iPod, Android phone, BlackBerry, Windows phone -
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 1 year
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