JBL Live Buds 3
JBL Tour Pro 3
VS
JBL Live Buds 3 vs Xiaomi Buds 5
Updated Nov 2026 · Scored by the Let’s Compare Data Engine · How we score
- 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 Xiaomi Buds 5 overall by 8 points (82 vs 74 out of 100).
- Key differences: battery life per charge, where JBL Live Buds 3 has 8 vs 3.5 h; total battery life with case, where JBL Live Buds 3 has 40 vs 20 h; only JBL Live Buds 3 has wireless charging case; IP rating, where JBL Live Buds 3 has IP55 vs IP54; Bluetooth version, where Xiaomi Buds 5 has Bluetooth 5.4 vs Bluetooth 5.3.
JBL Live Buds 3 leads overall
JBL Live Buds 3 · 85 overall, #4 of 68
82
Xiaomi Buds 5 · 78 overall, #26 of 68
74
Key differences
- Battery Life per ChargeJBL Live Buds 3 8 vs 3.5 h
- Total Battery Life with CaseJBL Live Buds 3 40 vs 20 h
- Wireless Charging CaseJBL Live Buds 3 only
- IP RatingJBL Live Buds 3 IP55 vs IP54
- Bluetooth VersionXiaomi Buds 5 Bluetooth 5.4 vs Bluetooth 5.3
Scores by Category
Buds 5 wins 3 of 6 categories · Live Buds 3 wins 2
| Category | Live Buds 3Buds 5 | Lead |
|---|---|---|
| Noise Cancelling | +6 | |
| Battery | +55 | |
| Connectivity | +3 | |
| Build | +9 | |
| Audio | +100 | |
| Calls | Tie |
Physical Comparison
Live Buds 3
73g
Weight
Buds 5
36.6g
Weight
Live Buds 3
4.6g
Weight
Buds 5
4.2g
Weight
Value for Money
Launch prices — enter today's prices (same currency for both).
Live Buds 3
Detailed Specifications
Audio
| Feature | Live Buds 3 | Buds 5 |
|---|---|---|
Spatial Audio with Head Tracking | N/A | Yes |
Noise Cancelling
| Feature | Live Buds 3 | Buds 5 |
|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | Yes |
Transparency Mode | Yes | N/A |
Battery
| Feature | Live Buds 3 | Buds 5 |
|---|---|---|
Battery Life per Charge | 8 h129% more | 3.5 h |
Total Battery Life with Case | 40 h100% more | 20 h |
Quick Charge | Yes | Yes |
Wireless Charging Case | Yes | No |
Connectivity
| Feature | Live Buds 3 | Buds 5 |
|---|---|---|
Bluetooth Version | ||
Multipoint Connection | Yes | Yes |
Calls
| Feature | Live Buds 3 | Buds 5 |
|---|---|---|
Microphones per Earbud | 3 | 3 |
Build
| Feature | Live Buds 3 | Buds 5 |
|---|---|---|
IP Rating | ||
Weight per Earbud | 4.6 g | 4.2 g9% less |
Case Weight | 73 g | 36.6 g50% 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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