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Updated April 11, 2024·
The 7hz Timeless would be a solid choice for audiophiles preferring wired earbuds with a focus on sound quality, especially for music due to their planar drivers. They also allow for cable customization, providing a balanced audio connection with additional cables. However, they aren't as suited for exercise, have no wireless option, and lack modern features like app controls and active noise cancelling. On the other hand, the JBL Live Beam 3 is tailored for active lifestyles, with wireless connectivity, sweat and dust resistance, and a smart charging case with touch display controls. They also offer active noise cancelling and are optimized for both Android and Apple devices, making them versatile for everyday use, travel, and exercise, even though they might not match the music fidelity of the Timeless. Additionally, the JBL's integrate a microphone suitable for calls, which the Timeless lacks. Choose the 7hz Timeless if audio quality for music is your priority and you don't mind wires, or the JBL Live Beam 3 if you need versatile, wireless earbuds with modern features. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the 7hz Timeless
- Very good for music
- Good for TV and video
Advantages of the JBL Live Beam 3
- Very good for exercise
- Very good for air travel
Key differences
Music
8.6
7.8
The 7hz Timeless is very good for music, while the JBL Live Beam 3 is good.
Gaming
6.6
5.4
The 7hz Timeless is only fair for gaming, while the JBL Live Beam 3 is poor.
Phone Calls
4.3
5.2
The JBL Live Beam 3 and 7hz Timeless are both poor for phone calls, though the JBL Live Beam 3 is somewhat better.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
6.8
5.9
The 7hz Timeless is only fair for podcasts and audiobooks, while the JBL Live Beam 3 is poor.
TV and Video
7.8
5.6
The 7hz Timeless is good for TV and video, while the JBL Live Beam 3 is poor.
Noise Reduction
5.3
8.3
The JBL Live Beam 3 is very good for noise reduction, while the 7hz Timeless is poor.
Battery
N/A
12.0 Hours
The 7hz Timeless does not have a battery. The JBL Live Beam 3 has 12 hours of battery life.
Cost
$200
$216
$100
$150
$200
$250
$300
The 7hz Timeless has a price of $200 and the JBL Live Beam 3 costs $216.
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Build Quality
8.5
8.5
The 7hz Timeless and JBL Live Beam 3 both have very good build quality.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| 7hz Timeless | JBL Live Beam 3 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$200 | $216 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | 7hz | JBL | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 1, 2021 | June 1, 2024 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 8.6/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 4.3/10 | 5.3/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 6.7/10 | 5.4/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.8/10 | 5.7/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 4.3/10 | 8.4/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | N/A | 12 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | N/A | Yes | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | N/A | 2 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | N/A | 5.3 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | N/A | 36 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 5.3/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | N/A | Yes | |
Android App | |||
Android App | N/A | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | N/A | Yes | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | N/A | 7/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7/10 | 7/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Large | Large | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 5.5 Grams | 8.8 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | N/A | Integrated | |
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Kazi Mahbub Mutakabbir | May 2023
"7Hz picked a bold name for the Timeless and frankly, got very close to justifying their word choice. Most importantly, the Timeless are good to go in stock form, so you don’t have to worry about source-matching and such. I can recommend the 7Hz Timeless to those who do not mind a dash of brightness up top, want a taste of planar in IEM form, and want one of the most resolving pair of earphones in the $150 - $300 price range."
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About JBL
JBL is an American audio equipment manufacturer. Owned by Harman International which is, itself, owned by Samsung Electronics. JBL markets a wide array of monitoring speakers, professional headphones and consumer market headphones and earbuds. It was founded in 1946 by James Bullough Lansing (whose initials give the company its name) and has become one of the most prolific audio companies ever. Their products were responsible for audio during the 1969 Woodstock Festival.
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