Jaybird X3 vs. Jaybird RUN

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Jaybird X3 and Jaybird RUN. 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 RUN Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Jaybird X3 Jaybird RUN
Product Type Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Length 49 cm -
Weight 13.8 g -
Dimensions & Weight Details Control unit: 1.2 cm x 0.6 cm x 4.25 cm Earbud: 1.43 cm x 1.9 cm x 1.95 cm / 6.83 g
Charging case: 56.6 g
Colour Alpha | Black | Road rash | Sparta Jet | Drift
Protection Dust-resistant, sweat-resistant Waterproof, sweat-resistant
Design Sports Sports
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics, phone
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 10 m
SOUND QUALITY Jaybird X3 Jaybird RUN
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)
Bluetooth Audio Codec - SBC
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) - <5%
Sensitivity 103 dB 103 dB Both headphones offer the same sensitivity.
Impedance 16 Ohm 16 Ohm
Diaphragm 5.8 mm 6 mm Jaybird RUN have a thicker diaphragm than Jaybird X3.
Simultaneously Connectable Devices Qty (Multipoint) - 8 Jaybird RUN have the ability to connect to multiple devices simultaneously.
In-Cord Volume Control Yes -
MICROPHONE Jaybird X3 Jaybird RUN
Form Factor - Built-in
Type On-cable -
Microphone Operation Mode Omni-directional Omni-directional
Audio Input Details Omni-directional Omni-directional
Sensitivity -38 dB -38 dB
REMOTE CONTROL Jaybird X3 Jaybird RUN
Controls Power on/off, volume control Skip-Free Music (JET)
CABLE Jaybird X3 Jaybird RUN
Cable Type USB charge cable USB charge cable - detachable
BATTERY AND CHARGING Jaybird X3 Jaybird RUN
Battery Type Rechargeable Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity - 80 mAh
Battery Life 8 hour(s) 4 hour(s) Jaybird X3 lasts longer on a single charge than the Jaybird RUN.
Standby Time 200 hours -
Charging Time 2.5 hour(s) 2 hour(s) Jaybird RUN recharge faster than Jaybird X3.
WIRELESS LINK Jaybird X3 Jaybird RUN
Radio Frequency Range 2.4GHz -
OTHERS Jaybird X3 Jaybird RUN
Included Accessories Carrying pouch, 3 ear tips, clothing clip, 3 pairs of EarFins, charging clip, 3 sizes Comply isolation tips, cord management clips Carrying pouch, charging case, sticker, 4 pairs of EarFins, 2 pairs of round ear tips (small, large), 2 pairs of oval ear tips (small, large)
Compatibility iPhone, iPad, iPod, Android phone, BlackBerry, Windows phone iPhone, iPad, iPod, Android phone
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 2 years
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