Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)
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Marshall Minor III
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Category | Features | Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) | Marshall Minor III |
---|---|---|---|
DESIGN | ingress protection (ip) rating | IPX4 | IPX4 |
weight | 8.56g | 8g | |
has no wires or cables | ✓ | ✓ | |
sweat resistance | ✓ | ✓ | |
has stereo speakers | ✓ | ✓ | |
SOUND QUALITY | has active noise cancellation (noise control) | ✓ | ✗ |
has passive noise reduction | ✓ | ✗ | |
driver unit size | 11mm | 12mm | |
lowest frequency | 10Hz | 20Hz | |
highest frequency | 20,000Hz | 20,000Hz | |
POWER | battery life | 6hours | 5hours |
battery life of charging case | 30hours | 25hours | |
charge time | 0.3hours | 1.5hours | |
has wireless charging | ✓ | ✓ | |
has a battery level indicator | ✓ | ✓ | |
CONNECTIVITY | has usb type-c | ✗ | ✓ |
bluetooth version | v5 | v5.2 | |
maximum bluetooth range | 10meters | 10meters | |
has aac | ✓ | ✗ | |
has aptx hd | ✗ | ✓ | |
MICROPHONE | number of microphones | 6only | 2only |
has a noise-canceling microphone | ✓ | ✗ | |
EXTRAS | has in/on-ear detection | ✓ | ✓ |
has find earbuds feature | ✓ | ✗ | |
supports fast charging | ✓ | ✓ | |
multipoint count | 2only | ✗ | |
has a mute function | ✓ | ✓ | |
control panel placed on a device | ✓ | ✓ | |
warranty period | 1Years | ✗ | |
has voice prompts | ✓ | ✓ | |
travel bag is included | ✓ | ✓ | |
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Ingress protection ratings is the rank of protection given by a casing, against dust and liquids. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value of the IP rating means protection against solids such as dust, followed by the one that refers to resistance against liquids (sweat).
Having a value of IPX4, the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s rating for solids indicates that no data available to specify a protection rating, and the second value of 4 means that they can withstand low pressure spray similar to that of a shower head when tilted at 180° for 10 minutes. Compared to the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen), Marshall Minor III have a rating of IPX4 meaning that
we are not yet certain of their rating with solids (dust)
and that of liquids is that,
they both have the same rating against liquids
Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a weight of 8.56g . We prefer a lower weight best for the reason that lighter devices are more comfortable to carry.
The Marshall Minor III, at 8g weigh less than the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) by -0.56g True wireless devices have no cables connecting any part of the device together, Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) are true wireless for this case since they have no wires. This is a major difference since wireless earbuds have wires connecting the 2 earbuds together. Marshall Minor III also is true wireless since it has no wires linking the two earbuds together.
Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) are resistant to sweat Marshall Minor III's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience. Both Marshall Minor III and Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have stereo speakers Active noise cancellation uses more advanced technology to reduce unwanted ambient sounds. How it works, it studies the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and after inverts the soundwaves to cancel it out.
In simple terms, it's like having +1 (noise) and producing -1 (inverted noise) giving 0 thus "diluting" the noise.
Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have ANC allowing you to listen at lower volume levels, good for your ears as you don't need to crank up the earbuds volume to outcompete background sounds. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) stay well in place, creating a sound covering that tones down background noise well as preventing the device voice audio from leaking out at the same.
Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a unit size of 11mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, and can produce better bass. The driver unit is the component that makes sound in the device, the unit size determines the sound produced by the earbuds. Marshall Minor III driver unit is 12mm in diameter, making them have a larger driver unit than that of Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) by 1mm , a common assumption that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.
However, large drivers find it difficult to produce high frequencies so yeah, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not mean that they deliver better quality sound. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s lowest frequency is at 10Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well an audio device produces low frequencies that can be heard, and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through. Marshall Minor III's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that
Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) can produce a juicier bass than the Marshall Minor III
Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response indicates how well an audio component makes high human frequencies and if it makes any adjustments to the signal on its way through.
Marshall Minor III's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that both devices can generate equal treble The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s battery life is 6 hours, these last longer than 5 hours of listening which is considered average for a single charge. A device's battery life is given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings. Marshall Minor III's battery life is less than that of Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) by 1 hours . Every time you recharge your device, they get a little less listening time.
The effect is not noticeable at first, but over a few years, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time. The battery life of the charging case is given by the vendor, and the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s case is said to have a full charge of 30 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go several times before recharging the case itself.
Marshall Minor III's charging case has a battery life of 25 hours, less than that of Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) by 5 hours It takes 0.3 hours to fully charge the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s battery. It is recommended to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds when they have been in storage for long periods. Marshall Minor III takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the battery, more than that of Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) by 1.2 hours The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen), the device supports wireless charging.
To charge the earbuds, you simply put down on a compatible charging pad. Marshall Minor III also support wireless charging, take note of the charging standard of the earbuds. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the device has a low battery.
The battery indicator lights show the charging status of your earbuds and case. Marshall Minor III too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators allow you determine the charging state of your earbuds, whether fully charged, or the battery is running low. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have Bluetooth version of 5, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data movement between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.
Marshall Minor III has a Bluetooth version of 5.2, newer than that of Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) . Newer versions provide faster data transfers. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth. Marshall Minor III have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) support AAC, a codec used for Bluetooth audio.
It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Because it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it can provide better results than other codecs at the same bit rate.
Being the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) will work well with your iPad.
If you are planning on using these with Android you need to pay even closer attention to codec support for if they only have AAC they won't provide the best audio quality possible, ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have 6 microphones. While the Marshall Minor III microphones are 2, less than that of Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) by 4 . More microphones record better sound quality and enable the device to filter out background sounds.
The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are designed to reduce noise from the earbuds' sound. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when removed from your ears . The Marshall Minor III too support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears improving your listening experience. If lost in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a find earbuds feature.
The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) support fast charging. Commonly, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the time it takes to fully charge a device. Also the Marshall Minor III support fast charging.
It's very similar to regular charging, only that the battery is filling up much faster. Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in 30 minutes. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a multipoint of 2 connections, the multipoint feature allows you to link to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them.
For example, you can easily switch calls from one device to another without manually disconnect and reconnect. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a mute function, they support the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device. The Marshall Minor III also have the mute function.
It means that you unilaterally turn off the device's microphone, but still hear the other party's voice. With the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen), so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the device. Marshall Minor III also have a control panel on them.
Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a warranty period of 1 Years, the period of time that warrant free repair and adjustment services in case of a malfunction occurring under normal use that has followed instruction manuals. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information via audio messages, like if there is an issue with the connection.
Marshall Minor III also support voice prompts meaning the device notifies you if the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge them. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) come with a special case. Carrying earbuds without a case, or putting them inside your bag without a cover may easily damage them.
Marshall Minor III also have a travel bag included, which is useful for safe transportation.