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Headphones & speakers by Bluetooth codecs
9 options, from the most common to the rarest: how many models use each, typical prices and the best pick.
| Bluetooth codecs | Models | Typical price | Years | Best model |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SBC | 1,080 | $25–400 | 2020–2026 | Realme Buds Air 8 |
| AAC | 675 | $30–400 | 2020–2026 | Realme Buds Air 8 |
| LDAC | 233 | $40–310 | 2020–2026 | Ugreen HiTune Max 6 Studio Pro |
| aptX | 152 | $60–950 | 2020–2026 | Jabra Elite 4 |
| aptX Adaptive | 91 | $60–510 | 2020–2026 | Edifier ED-STXSPTS3 |
| LC3 | 79 | $50–410 | 2022–2026 | JBL Xtreme 5 |
| aptX HD | 58 | $95–950 | 2020–2026 | Edifier ED-STXSPTS3 |
| aptX Lossless | 25 | $65–640 | 2024–2026 | Cambridge Audio Melomania P100 SE |
| LHDC | 22 | $40–290 | 2021–2026 | Realme Buds Air 8 |