In depth comparison and review of Philips TAE4205BK and JBL LIVE FREE NC+ 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 | Philips TAE4205BK | JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS |
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Product Type | Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless | True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless | |
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Height | 2 cm | - | |
Width | 10 cm | - | |
Depth | 4 cm | - | |
Weight | 16 g | 14.6 g | JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS are lighter than Philips TAE4205BK headphones. |
Dimensions & Weight Details | - | Charging case: | |
Colour | Black | Black | Rose | Blue | White | |
Protection | - | Sweat-resistant, water-resistant, IPX7 | |
Recommended Use | Portable electronics | Portable electronics | |
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) | 10 m | - |
SOUND QUALITY | Philips TAE4205BK | JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS |
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Headphones Form Factor | In-ear | In-ear | |
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Connectivity Technology | Wireless | Wireless | |
Wireless Technology | Bluetooth | Bluetooth | |
Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.0 | Bluetooth 5.1 | JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Philips TAE4205BK. |
Bluetooth Profiles | Hands-Free Profile (HFP), 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) | |
Active Noise Cancelling | - | Yes | JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS are equipped with active noice cancellation. |
Sound Output Mode | - | Stereo | |
Sound Effects | Bass Boost | Signature Sound | |
Frequency Response | 20 - 20000 Hz | 20 - 20000 Hz | Both headphones offer the same frequency response. |
Sensitivity | 105 dB | 96 dB | Philips TAE4205BK have higher sensitivity than JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS. |
Impedance | - | 16 Ohm | |
Max Sound Pressure | - | 94 dB | |
Diaphragm | PET - 8.2 mm | 6.8 mm | Philips TAE4205BK have a thicker diaphragm than JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS. |
Magnet Material | NdFeB | - | |
Features | - | TalkThru technology, Ambient Aware |
MICROPHONE | Philips TAE4205BK | JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS |
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Form Factor | - | Built-in | |
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Sensitivity | - | -26 dBV/Pascal |
REMOTE CONTROL | Philips TAE4205BK | JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS |
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Controls | Mute, volume control, answer/end, phone/music mode, reject call, Bass Boost button | Voice assistant |
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CABLE | Philips TAE4205BK | JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS |
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Cable Type | USB-C charge cable | - |
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FEATURES | Philips TAE4205BK | JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS |
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Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible | - | Yes | |
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Intelligent Assistant | - | Google Assistant, Alexa |
BATTERY AND CHARGING | Philips TAE4205BK | JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS |
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Battery Type | Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion | 2 x headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion - - wireless charging | |
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Battery Capacity | - | 50 mAh | |
Battery Life | 10 hour(s) | 7 hour(s) | Philips TAE4205BK lasts longer on a single charge than the JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS. |
Battery Life Details | - | Continuous playback (with included charging case): up to 21 hours Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling on) (noise cancelling ON / Bluetooth): up to 6 hours Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling off) (noise cancelling OFF / Bluetooth): up to 7 hours |
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Charging Time | - | 2 hour(s) | |
Included Qty | - | 2 |
CONNECTIONS | Philips TAE4205BK | JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS |
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Connector Type | USB Bluetooth |
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OTHERS | Philips TAE4205BK | JBL LIVE FREE NC+ TWS |
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Included Accessories | Ear tips kit, USB-C charging cable | 3 pairs of ear tips (small, medium, large), 2 pairs of ear sleeves, USB-C charging cable, charging case (300 mAh) | |
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Service & Support | - | Limited warranty - 1 year |