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Updated April 10, 2024·
If you prioritize excellent sound quality and are mainly using them for music or TV, the AKG K361 would be a better choice, and they also have a detachable cable which adds to their durability. However, they lack wireless capabilities and active noise cancelling, which the JLab Jbuds Lux ANC offers along with very good build quality and built-in controls. The JLab earbuds are also more suitable for air travel due to their active noise cancelling and have a much longer battery life, which could be convenient if you're often on the go. Keep in mind though, the AKG headphones provide a better music listening experience and are more comfortable for extended periods, which may be decisive if you plan to use them for long sessions. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the AKG K361
Good for music
Good for TV and video
Advantages of the JLab Jbuds Lux ANC
Excellent for air travel
Key differences
Music
7.5/10
6.0/10
The AKG K361 is good for music, while the JLab Jbuds Lux ANC is only fair.
Gaming
6.3/10
5.4/10
The AKG K361 is only fair for gaming, while the JLab Jbuds Lux ANC is poor.
Phone Calls
3.2/10
5.2/10
The JLab Jbuds Lux ANC and AKG K361 are both poor for phone calls, though the JLab Jbuds Lux ANC is somewhat better.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
5.0/10
5.8/10
The JLab Jbuds Lux ANC and AKG K361 are both poor for podcasts and audiobooks, though the JLab Jbuds Lux ANC is somewhat better.
TV and Video
7.8/10
5.6/10
The AKG K361 is good for TV and video, while the JLab Jbuds Lux ANC is poor.
Noise Reduction
6.0/10
7.0/10
The JLab Jbuds Lux ANC is good for noise reduction, while the AKG K361 is only fair.
Battery
N/A
70.0 Hours
The AKG K361 does not have a battery. The JLab Jbuds Lux ANC has 70 hours of battery life.
Cost
$99
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The AKG K361 has a price of $99 and the JLab Jbuds Lux ANC costs $80.
"The K361 retains much of what makes the K371 such a winner, though it has a leaner sound, and the build changes made to trim the price down are immediately apparent. Still, it’s another excellent offering from AKG, and other companies in this fight should either be very worried or quickly designing updates to their old models."
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