Ingress protection ratings refer to the level of protection offered by a casing, against dust and liquids. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value of the IP rating represents protection against solids say dust, followed by the one that refers to resistance against liquids (water).
Scoring IPX4, the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s rating for solids indicates that no data available to specify a protection rating, and of liquids 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), Nothing Ear 1 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 take in account a lower weight best for the reason that lighter devices are easier to carry.
The Nothing Ear 1, at 9.4g
weigh more than the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) by of 0.84g
For a device to be true wireless it should have no cables linking any part of the device together, Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) are true wireless for this case since they don't have wires. This is a key distinction since wireless earbuds have cables linking the pair of earbuds together. Nothing Ear 1 also is true wireless since it doesn't have wires connecting the 2 earbuds together.
Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) are resistant to sweat
Nothing Ear 1'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, what this means is that Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience. The Nothing Ear 1 also have stereo speakers
Active noise cancellation uses advanced technology to reduce unwanted ambient sounds. ANC works when, it listens to the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and inverts the soundwaves to cancel it out.
Simply put, it's like having +1 (sound from your surrounding) and producing -1 (inverted noise) to make zero which results in a reduced level of noise.
The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have ANC allowing you to listen at lower volume levels, good for your ears since you don't have to crank up the earbuds volume to overcome background sounds. The Nothing Ear 1 too have ANC which makes either of the devices ideal for flights and rush hour commutes.
The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) and Nothing Ear 1 operate with different noise cancellation modes, pick the noise cancellation type that suits your commute or that suites your chill time. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) stay well in place, this creates an acoustic covering that tones down background sounds well as preventing the device music from leaking out at the same. Both of these devices have passive noise reduction this implies that both limit ambient noise instead of actively using technology to cancel it out.
Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) driver unit is 11mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, and can produce better bass. The driver unit is the component that makes sound in the device, its size dictates the loudness of the device. Nothing Ear 1 driver unit is 11.6mm in diameter,
making them have a larger driver unit than that of Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) by 0.6mm
, many people have a misconception that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.
However, large drivers usually have difficulty producing high frequencies so it's true that, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not imply that they deliver better quality sound. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s lowest frequency is at 10Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well an audio component generates low audible frequencies and if it alters the signal while at it. Nothing Ear 1's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that
Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) can produce a juicier bass than the Nothing Ear 1
Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response measures if and how well an audio component makes high human frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it.
Nothing Ear 1's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that
both devices can produce 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 before recharge. A device's battery life is usually given by the manufacturer, and with more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and have to charge the device less often. Nothing Ear 1's battery life is
less than that of Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) by 1 hours
. Each time you recharge your device, they get a little less listening time.
The effect is barely noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time. The battery life of the charging case is given by the manufacturer, and Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s case is said to have a charge of 30 hours. A charging case with more battery hours enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go several times before having to recharge the case itself.
Nothing Ear 1's charging case has a battery life of 29 hours,
less than that of Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) by 1 hours
It requires 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 unused for long periods. Nothing Ear 1 takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the battery,
more than that of Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) by 1.2 hours
Apple AirPods (3rd Gen), the device supports wireless charging.
To charge the earbuds, you just place down on a supported charging pad. Nothing Ear 1 also support wireless charging, always look out for the charging standard of the earbuds. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the earbuds has a low battery.
The battery indicator lights display the charging state of your earbuds and case. Nothing Ear 1 too have a battery level indicator, these allow you to tell the charging state of your earbuds, if charged fully, or having a low battery. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have Bluetooth version of 5, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data transfers between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.
Nothing Ear 1 has a Bluetooth version of 5.2,
newer than that of Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth. Nothing Ear 1 have a maximum range of 10meters,
equal to that of the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)
Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) support AAC, a codec that is used for Bluetooth audio.
It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Because it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it provides better results than other codecs at the same bit rate.
Since its the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) will work well with your iPhone.
If you are planning on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have 6 microphones. Nothing Ear 1 microphones are 6,
equal to that of the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)
. More microphones result in better sound quality and help the earbuds to filter out background sounds.
The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are made to reduce background sounds from the desired sound. The Nothing Ear 1 too have a noise-canceling microphone. Especially useful in noisy areas.
The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when they are removed from your ears so that the music is paused. Nothing Ear 1 support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears saving battery life. If misplaced in a room, or can't be found in your bag, Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) support the find earbuds feature.
The Nothing Ear 1 also have the find earbuds feature. Simply use the device app on your phone to play an alarm from your device to help you locate them. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) support fast charging.
Usually, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to reduce the amount of time it takes to charge the earbuds. The Nothing Ear 1 support fast charging. This kind is similar to regular charging, just that the battery is filling up much faster.
Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in thirty minutes. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a multipoint of 2 connections, this feature allows you to link to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. For example, you can seemlessly 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 earbuds. With the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen), so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the earbuds. Nothing Ear 1 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 following instruction manuals. If covered under the manufacturer’s warranty it is possible to get a replacement in the case of a malfunction. Nothing Ear 1 have a warranty period of 1Years,
equal to that of the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)
.
Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) support voice prompts.
Automatically receive information through audio messages, say if there is a problem with the connection. Nothing Ear 1 also have voice prompts .i.e the earbuds notifies you if the battery is low, and you need to recharge them. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) come with their own special case.
Carrying earphones without a case, or placing them in your bag without a casing can easily damage them. Nothing Ear 1 too have a case included, which offers safe transportation.
