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Updated January 10, 2024·
Considering the JBL Quantum 100 and the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro, the latter offers better overall sound quality, comfort, and build quality. Galaxy Buds 2 Pro feature active noise cancellation, wireless capability, and are optimized for both Android and Apple devices. They also provide an app for sound customization, are sweatproof, and have a longer battery life, with the added convenience of a charging case and wireless charging. In contrast, the JBL Quantum 100 has a boom mic that provides excellent microphone quality and is particularly good for gaming, thanks to its lower latency and virtual surround capabilities. They're a wired option, which means no concerns about battery life, but they also lack the portability and exercise suitability that the Galaxy Buds 2 Pro offer. If budget is your primary concern and you mostly need headphones for gaming or calls, the JBL Quantum 100 is a cost-effective choice. However, for a versatile, portable option with higher overall performance and noise isolation, the Galaxy Buds 2 Pro are the better, albeit more expensive, choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the JBL Quantum 100
The JBL Quantum 100 has no clear advantages over the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro.
Advantages of the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro
Very good for music
Good for phone calls
Good for exercise
Very good for air travel
Very good for podcasts and audiobooks
Key differences
Music
7.0/10
8.0/10
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is very good for music, while the JBL Quantum 100 is good.
Phone Calls
5.5/10
7.0/10
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is good for phone calls, while the JBL Quantum 100 is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
4.5/10
8.4/10
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is very good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the JBL Quantum 100 is poor.
TV and Video
7.1/10
7.7/10
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro and JBL Quantum 100 are both good for TV and video, though the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is somewhat better.
Noise Reduction
5.3/10
9.1/10
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is excellent for noise reduction, while the JBL Quantum 100 is poor.
Battery
N/A
4.8 Hours
The JBL Quantum 100 does not have a battery. The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro has 4.8 hours of battery life.
Cost
$40
$188
$0
$50
$100
$150
$200
$250
$300
The JBL Quantum 100 has a price of $40 and the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro costs $188.
Build Quality
6.5/10
9.0/10
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro has excellent build quality, while the JBL Quantum 100 has only fair build quality.
"I appreciate a functional piece of tech as much as I do gear on the bleeding edge, and the JBL Quantum 100 certainly falls in the former category. The sound is reasonably good, the built-in microphone is surprisingly reliable and it has a thoughtful design for the price. It lacks the convenience of Bluetooth, sure, but sometimes it’s nice not to have to worry about the finicky nature of wireless communication and go with good old hard-wired tech."
"Consider the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro as your next pair of buds for its excellent active noise canceling (ANC) of low frequencies and comfortable fit. For Samsung users, the integration with your devices is handy and good for productivity."
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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.
About Samsung
Samsung is a multinational conglomerate with over 85 years of history. They are mostly known to consumers for their high-end smartphones and TVs, however they are invested in many other markets like semiconductors and automotive. Samsung owns Harman International which itself owns other audio specialized companies like Harman Kardon, JBL and AKG who help engineer most, if not all, of Samsung audio products of their Galaxy line.
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