LG xboom Buds vs LG TONE Free T80 Dolby Atmos True Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds
Buy the xboom Buds if you want the lower price and workout-friendly features. Buy the T80 if battery life and Dolby Atmos matter more than cost. The xboom Buds are listed at $109.99; no price was given for the T80.
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LG xboom Buds
Choose the xboom Buds if you want adaptive EQ, Siri and Google Assistant support, and a lower price for sports use.
Pros
- Adaptive EQ balances sound automatically
- Works with both Google Assistant and Siri
- Water-resistant for workouts
- Touch controls on the buds
Cons
- Battery life not stated
- Basic in-ear design
- No Dolby Atmos
What separates them
| LG xboom Buds | LG TONE Free T80 Dolby Atmos True Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $109.99 | Not stated |
| Battery life | Not stated | 36 hours with case |
| Noise cancellation | Noise canceling | Adaptive noise cancellation |
| Audio features | Adaptive EQ | Dolby Atmos, graphene drivers |
| Water resistance | Water-resistant | IPX4 |
| Assistant support | Google Assistant and Siri | Not stated |
| Touch controls | Yes | Not stated |
| Color | White |
Price history
- LG xboom Buds: lowest $109.99 on Oct 29.
- LG TONE Free T80 Dolby Atmos True Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds: lowest $139.95 on Oct 29.
Specs compared
| Spec | LG xboom Buds | LG TONE Free T80 Dolby Atmos True Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds |
|---|---|---|
| Color | White | Black |
| Noise Canceling | Yes | — |
| With Microphone | Yes | — |
| With Charging Case | Yes | — |
| With Touch Controls | Yes | — |
| Style | In-ear | — |
| Wireless Type | Bluetooth | — |
| Use | Sports | — |
| Assistant Support | Google Assistant, Siri | — |
| With Adaptive EQ | Yes | — |
| Water-Resistant |
What reviewers say
LG TONE Free T80 Dolby Atmos True Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds
Owner feedback on the T80 centers on comfort and long case battery, with the LG TV pairing called out as the main reason to choose them over generic earbuds. Sound quality draws mixed notes, and some users find the noise cancellation weaker than class leaders.
Pros
- Comfortable for long listening sessions
- Case battery lasts several days of commuting
- Easy pairing and switching with LG TVs and laptops
- Useful spatial audio on Atmos movies
Cons
- Noise cancellation trails the best in the class
- Atmos effect is subtle on music
- Touch controls can trigger by accident
Questions and answers
- Which is better for running and the gym?
- Both are water-resistant, and the T80 carries an IPX4 rating. The xboom Buds are sold for sports use and have touch controls, so either works for workouts.
- Which has longer battery life?
- The T80, at 36 hours with the charging case. LG does not state battery life for the xboom Buds.
- Is the T80 worth the extra money?
- Its price is not listed, so compare the live price first. The T80 adds Dolby Atmos, adaptive noise cancellation, and much longer battery life.
- Do both work with Siri and Google Assistant?
- The xboom Buds list support for both. Assistant support is not stated for the T80.
- Which cancels noise better?
- The T80. Its adaptive cancellation adjusts to your surroundings, while the xboom Buds list noise canceling without adaptation.
- Which is better for watching movies?
- The T80, because of Dolby Atmos and its stated pairing with LG OLED TVs.