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If you want a zero-latency wired connection that never needs charging and plugs straight into a modern USB-C phone, choose ABCPOW USB C Samsung; if you need wireless freedom, a charging case, and all-day battery, choose JBES Earbuds.
• ABCPOW USB C Samsung — biggest strength: A wired USB-C connection with an integrated DAC chip and a 14.2mm dynamic driver, so there's no pairing, no battery, and no charging case to think about.
• ABCPOW USB C Samsung — biggest trade-off: It only works on devices that have a USB-C port and no 3.5mm jack, and the USB-C plug has to sit fully inserted with no gap — a phone case that covers the port can block it entirely.
• JBES Earbuds — biggest strength: Bluetooth 5.4 wireless with a charging case, up to 60 hours of total playtime, four noise-cancelling microphones, and an IP5 water-resistance rating.
• JBES Earbuds — biggest trade-off: It's a wireless product, so it depends on charging and pairing, and its battery life shrinks if you run it at high volume.
• Who each pick is for: Go ABCPOW if you want a plug-and-play wired set for a USB-C Samsung Galaxy or iPhone; go JBES if you want untethered earbuds for workouts, commuting, and calls.
The ABCPOW USB C Samsung is a wired in-ear headphone built around one clear idea: skip the charging case and the pairing dance entirely. It uses a USB Type-C connection, so there's no battery to drain and no Bluetooth to drop. Inside, ABCPOW pairs a 14.2mm dynamic driver with an integrated DAC chip, which is the part that actually matters here — a DAC converts the digital signal coming out of your phone's USB-C port into sound, and a lot of cheap USB-C buds skip that step and sound thin as a result. The frequency range is a standard 20 Hz to 20,000 Hz, covering the full audible spectrum, and the fit is in-ear with sound isolation plus push-button controls on the cable.
Compatibility is the thing to check before you buy. This is designed for phones that have a USB-C port and no 3.5mm headphone jack — the Galaxy A16, A17, A26, A36, A56, A35, the S25 and S26 families, the Z Fold and Z Flip lines, and the iPhone 15/16/17 series. If your phone still has a round headphone jack, this won't produce sound at all. Also worth knowing: on some devices — MacBooks, iPad Pro, and older Galaxy S8/S9/Note 5 — you'll get music playback but not phone-call functionality. The package includes small, medium, and large eartips, a 12-month warranty, and the color is black with a plastic enclosure.
So who should buy it? Someone who wants the simplest possible audio setup: plug in, press play, done. It suits a commuter who's tired of remembering to charge earbuds, a student who wants a cheap backup set in a bag, or anyone whose phone has dropped the headphone jack and who doesn't want to deal with adapters. Who should skip it? Anyone who wants to move around untethered, anyone with a 3.5mm-jack phone, and anyone whose phone case wraps tightly over the charging port — because the USB-C end has to seat fully with no gap, a bulky case can stop it from working.
The JBES Earbuds are true wireless earbuds and they play a completely different game. The headline numbers are battery and wireless range: Bluetooth 5.4 for lower power draw and faster transmission, up to 6–7 hours on a single charge, and up to 60 hours total when you top up from the charging case at around 60% volume. Ten minutes of charging gets you roughly an hour of playback, and there's an LED display on the case that shows remaining power at a glance — a genuinely useful touch if you've ever been caught out by dead buds mid-commute.
On audio, JBES uses 13mm dynamic drivers with composite biofiber diaphragms, tuned for deep bass and a wide, natural soundstage. The frequency range matches the ABCPOW at 20–20,000 Hz. There are four noise-cancelling microphones working together to cut down background noise on calls — a real difference if you take meetings or calls outdoors. It supports SBC and AAC codecs, mono and stereo modes (so you can hand one bud to a friend), and touch controls including volume. The IP5 rating means splashes, sweat, and rain are fine, which is why JBES positions these for sports and workouts. The color is Rose Gold and the housing is ABS/PE plastic.
Who should buy it? Runners, gym-goers, commuters, and anyone who wants to leave their phone in a pocket or bag while listening. It's also the better call if you take a lot of calls, thanks to the four-mic setup, or if you want to share audio with someone via mono mode. Who should skip it? Anyone who hates charging another device, anyone who wants zero latency for rhythm-critical work, and anyone who specifically wants a wired connection that can't be lost or run out of power. Wireless always means a battery to manage, and at higher volumes you should expect less than the full 6–7 hours.
Side-by-Side: Which Should You Choose?
• Best for never charging anything → ABCPOW USB C Samsung. Wired means no battery, no case, no top-ups, ever.
• Best for calls → JBES Earbuds. Four noise-cancelling microphones versus a single inline mic setup on the ABCPOW.
• Best for workouts and rain → JBES Earbuds. The IP5 rating covers sweat and splashes; the ABCPOW sheet makes no water-resistance claim.
• Best for zero-latency listening → ABCPOW USB C Samsung. A physical USB-C connection has no wireless transmission delay to worry about.
• Best for USB-C Samsung phones specifically → ABCPOW USB C Samsung. It's explicitly built for the A16, A17, A26, A36, A56, S25/S26, and Z Fold/Flip lines with no 3.5mm jack.
• Best for sharing audio → JBES Earbuds. Mono mode lets two people each wear one bud.
• Best for iPhone users → Both work, differently. ABCPOW covers iPhone 15/16/17 over USB-C; JBES pairs over Bluetooth with any iPhone.
• Best for a no-fuss backup set → ABCPOW USB C Samsung. Toss it in a bag and it's ready whenever you are.
If I had to pick one, I'd buy the JBES Earbuds for most people. The combination of Bluetooth 5.4, up to 60 hours of total playtime, four call microphones, and IP5 water resistance covers more everyday situations — commuting, workouts, calls — than a wired set can. That said, I'd genuinely recommend the ABCPOW USB C Samsung to anyone who values simplicity above all: if you know you won't reliably charge earbuds, or you want a set that just works when you plug it in, wired is the smarter, lower-stress choice. Match the pick to how you actually listen, not to which one sounds more impressive on paper.
Only if your phone has a USB-C port and no 3.5mm headphone jack. It's built for USB-C Galaxy models like the A16, A17, A26, A36, A56, S25, S26, and Z Fold/Flip lines, plus iPhone 15/16/17. Phones with a 3.5mm jack won't produce sound.
How long do the JBES Earbuds last on a charge?
Yes — they carry an IP5 water-resistance rating, which covers sweat, splashes, and rain. The ABCPOW sheet lists no water-resistance rating, so I wouldn't treat it as a workout-first option.
That depends on how you listen, so check the current price on Amazon before deciding. Wired gets you zero charging and zero pairing; wireless gets you freedom and a charging case. Pick the trade-off you'd rather live with, then compare the live price.
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