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JBL Live Buds 3 vs Huawei FreeBuds Pro 4
Updated Nov 2026 · Scored by the Let’s Compare Data Engine · How we score
Huawei FreeBuds Pro 4 has a newer model: Huawei FreeBuds Pro 5 →
- Sound quality isn't scored yet (we have no measured audio data), so the score covers features, battery, noise cancelling and build.
Verdict
Key takeaways
- JBL Live Buds 3 leads Huawei FreeBuds Pro 4 overall by 7 points (81 vs 74 out of 100).
- Key differences: battery life per charge, where JBL Live Buds 3 has 8 vs 5 h; total battery life with case, where JBL Live Buds 3 has 40 vs 23 h; weight per earbud, where JBL Live Buds 3 is 1.2 g lighter; IP rating, where JBL Live Buds 3 has IP55 vs IP54; Bluetooth version, where JBL Live Buds 3 has Bluetooth 5.3 vs Bluetooth 5.2.
JBL Live Buds 3 leads overall
JBL Live Buds 3 · 85 overall, #4 of 68
81
Huawei FreeBuds Pro 4 · 79 overall, #23 of 68
74
Key differences
- Battery Life per ChargeJBL Live Buds 3 8 vs 5 h
- Total Battery Life with CaseJBL Live Buds 3 40 vs 23 h
- Weight per EarbudJBL Live Buds 3 1.2 g lighter
- IP RatingJBL Live Buds 3 IP55 vs IP54
- Bluetooth VersionJBL Live Buds 3 Bluetooth 5.3 vs Bluetooth 5.2
Scores by Category
Live Buds 3 wins 3 of 6 categories · FreeBuds Pro 4 wins 1
| Category | Live Buds 3FreeBuds Pro 4 | Lead |
|---|---|---|
| Noise Cancelling | Tie | |
| Battery | +37 | |
| Connectivity | +4 | |
| Build | +6 | |
| Audio | +100 | |
| Calls | Tie |
Physical Comparison
Live Buds 3
73g
Weight
FreeBuds Pro 4
47g
Weight
Live Buds 3
4.6g
Weight
FreeBuds Pro 4
5.8g
Weight
Value for Money
Launch prices — enter today's prices (same currency for both).
Live Buds 3
FreeBuds Pro 4
Detailed Specifications
Audio
| Feature | Live Buds 3 | FreeBuds Pro 4 |
|---|---|---|
Spatial Audio with Head Tracking | N/A | Yes |
Noise Cancelling
| Feature | Live Buds 3 | FreeBuds Pro 4 |
|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | Yes |
Transparency Mode | Yes | Yes |
Battery
| Feature | Live Buds 3 | FreeBuds Pro 4 |
|---|---|---|
Battery Life per Charge | 8 h60% more | 5 h |
Total Battery Life with Case | 40 h74% more | 23 h |
Quick Charge | Yes | N/A |
Wireless Charging Case | Yes | Yes |
Connectivity
| Feature | Live Buds 3 | FreeBuds Pro 4 |
|---|---|---|
Bluetooth Version | ||
Multipoint Connection | Yes | Yes |
Calls
| Feature | Live Buds 3 | FreeBuds Pro 4 |
|---|---|---|
Microphones per Earbud | 3 | 3 |
Build
| Feature | Live Buds 3 | FreeBuds Pro 4 |
|---|---|---|
IP Rating | ||
Weight per Earbud | 4.6 g21% less | 5.8 g |
Case Weight | 73 g | 47 g36% less |
Specification Note
Specifications are compiled from official manufacturer data and other reliable internet sources. Some features may vary by region or model configuration.
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