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Updated April 10, 2024·
If you're looking for a budget-friendly, portable option with wireless convenience and sweatproof features for exercise, the JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless would suit you. They also support wireless charging and have a longer battery life for extended use. However, if you prefer a more robust build, plan to use your headphones for gaming or watching TV and don't mind a wired connection, the Razer Kraken V3 with virtual surround might be better, albeit at a somewhat higher price. Neither option excels in soundstage quality, but they both offer good overall sound. The Razer's over-ear design may provide better comfort for longer listening sessions, but it lacks the JBL's sweatproof certification and portability. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless
- Good for phone calls
- Very good for air travel
- Good for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the Razer Kraken V3
- Good for music
- Good for TV and video
Key differences
Music
6.6
7.3
The Razer Kraken V3 is good for music, while the JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless is only fair.
Phone Calls
7.8
5.0
The JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless is good for phone calls, while the Razer Kraken V3 is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
7.3
4.7
The JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless is good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Razer Kraken V3 is poor.
Noise Reduction
6.5
6.0
The JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless and Razer Kraken V3 are both only fair for noise reduction, though the JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless is somewhat better.
Battery
8.3 Hours
N/A
The JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless has 8.3 hours of battery life. The Razer Kraken V3 does not have a battery.
Cost
$30
$80
$0
$20
$40
$60
$80
$100
The JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless has a price of $30 and the Razer Kraken V3 costs $80.
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Key similarities
Gaming
7.3
7.3
The JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless and Razer Kraken V3 are both good for gaming.
TV and Video
6.9
7.0
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Razer Kraken V3 to be good for TV and video, while the JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless is only fair.
Build Quality
8.5
8.5
The JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless and Razer Kraken V3 both have very good build quality.
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How the JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless and the Razer Kraken V3 compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless | Razer Kraken V3 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$30 | $80 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | JBL | Razer | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | February 1, 2023 | June 1, 2021 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wireless | Wired | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 6.6/10 | 7.3/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 7.9/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 7.4/10 | 7.4/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7/10 | 7/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 6/10 | 4.1/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 8.3 Hours | N/A | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | No | N/A | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 1.1 Hours | N/A | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5.2 | N/A | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | 16 | N/A | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 6.5/10 | 6/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | Yes | |
Android App | |||
Android App | Yes | N/A | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | Yes | N/A | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 8/10 | 7/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 6/10 | 7/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Large | N/A | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 8.8 Grams | 325 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Boom | |
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JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless
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Headphone Dungeon
LaFonda | April 2023
"The Vibe Beam earbuds may not be a sleek as other earbuds in the price range, such as the equally priced Vibe Buds, but they sound great, have a long battery life, and come with an equalizer. And if you just need a solid pair if earbuds to get you through your commute, these will do the trick. I have no complaints here."
Razer Kraken V3
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Soundguys
Sam Smart | November 2022
"This Razer Kraken V3 is a great headset for gamers who want comfort, surround sound, and software customization for a reasonable price. It's primarily a headset for PC gamers since THX Spatial audio is only supported on Windows. If you want something more multifaceted for multiple systems, this won't be an ideal headset for you. Luckily, there are plenty of competent Kraken V3 alternatives available to you."
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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 Razer
Razer is an American-Singaporean hardware manufacturer aimed specifically toward the gaming market. They manufacture a very wide array of gaming laptops, tablets, phones, peripherals and, of course, headphones and earbuds both wired and wireless. Since 2016, Razer has owned the THX suite, aimed at quality assurance of audiovisual systems such as speaker sets, video game consoles and even movie theaters.
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