Beats Fit Pro Vs. Sony Linkbuds S Review In Detail

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Beats Fit Pro IPX4

Sony LinkBuds S IPX4

Ingress protection ratings refer to the rating of protection given by an enclosure, against dust and water. 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 protection against liquids (sweat).

Having a value of IPX4, the Beats Fit Pro's rating for solids indicates that no data available to specify a protection rating, and the second number of 4 means that they can withstand low pressure spray similar to that of a shower head when tilted at 180° for 10 minutes.

In comparison to the Beats Fit Pro, Sony LinkBuds S 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

Weight

Beats Fit Pro 11.2g

Sony LinkBuds S 9.6g

Beats Fit Pro have a weight of 11.2g . We take in account a lower weight best because lighter devices are more comfortable to transport.

Sony LinkBuds S, at 9.6g weigh less than the Beats Fit Pro by -1.6g

Has No Wires Or Cables

Beats Fit Pro ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

For a device to be true wireless it should have no cables linking any part of the device together, Beats Fit Pro are true wireless for this matter since they don't have wires. This is a key difference since wireless earbuds have cables linking the pair of earbuds .

Sony LinkBuds S also is true wireless because it doesn't have cables connecting the 2 earbuds .

Wingtips Included

Beats Fit Pro ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✗

The Beats Fit Pro come with wingtips, these are commonly used for workout earbuds and are usually an optional add-on to each silicone ear tip for a more secure fit.

Sweat Resistance

Beats Fit Pro ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

Beats Fit Pro are resistant to sweat

Sony LinkBuds S's resistance to sweat makes both devices good for use during long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc

Has Stereo Speakers

Beats Fit Pro ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

Beats Fit Pro 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 Sony LinkBuds S and Beats Fit Pro have stereo speakers

Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Beats Fit Pro ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

Active noise cancellation uses more advanced technology to actively counter noise. ANC works when, it listens to the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and inverts the soundwaves to cancel it out. In simple terms, it's like taking +1 (noise) then adding -1 (inverted noise) giving zero resulting in a reduced level of noise.

The Beats Fit Pro have ANC enabling you to listen at lower volume levels, causing less ear fatigue as you don't need to crank up the earbuds volume to overcome background noise.

The Sony LinkBuds S too have Active Noise Cancellation making both devices ideal for plane rides and rush hour travels. The Beats Fit Pro and Sony LinkBuds S operate with different noise cancellation types, pick the mode that you prefer for travel or that suites your chill time.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Beats Fit Pro ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

Beats Fit Pro sit well in place, creating a sound covering that reduces background sounds and also prevents the device sound from leaking out .

Both Sony LinkBuds S, and Beats Fit Pro have passive noise reduction this means that both reduce ambient noise without using technology to cancel it out.

Driver Unit Size

Beats Fit Pro 9.5mm

Sony LinkBuds S 5mm

Beats Fit Pro driver unit is 9.5mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, and can produce better bass. A driver unit is basically a mini speaker that makes sound in the earbuds, its size determines the sound produced by the earbuds.

Sony LinkBuds S driver unit is 5mm in diameter, which means that they have a smaller driver unit than that of Beats Fit Pro by 4.5mm , as many tend to believe that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.

However, large drivers usually have difficulty producing high frequencies so yeah, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not indicate that they deliver better quality sound.

Lowest Frequency

Beats Fit Pro 20Hz

Sony LinkBuds S 20Hz

Beats Fit Pro's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well an audio component generates low frequencies that can be heard, and if it alters the signal while at it.

Sony LinkBuds S's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that both devices can make sound with equal bass

Highest Frequency

Beats Fit Pro 20,000Hz

Sony LinkBuds S 40,000Hz

Beats Fit Pro's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response indicates how well a particular audio component generates high recognizable frequencies and if it makes any adjustments to the signal while at it.

Sony LinkBuds S's highest frequency is at 40,000Hz, this means that Sony LinkBuds S can generate a clearer and crispier treble than the Beats Fit Pro

Sound Pressure Level

Beats Fit Pro 101.3dB/mW

Sony LinkBuds S ✗

SPL, is the pressure level of sound, measured in decibels, dB, Beats Fit Pro's measurement is 101.3dB/mW. Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source.

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Battery Life

Beats Fit Pro 7hours

Sony LinkBuds S 6hours

Beats Fit Pro's battery life is 7 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.

Sony LinkBuds S's battery life is less than that of Beats Fit Pro by 1 hours . Each time you recharge your device, they get a little less listening time. The effect is not noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will no longer play for long like they used to.

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Beats Fit Pro 21hours

Sony LinkBuds S 14hours

This is given by the manufacturer, and the Beats Fit Pro's case has a charge of 21 hours. A charging case with more battery hours allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go several times before recharging the case itself.

Sony LinkBuds S's charging case has a battery life of 14 hours, less than that of Beats Fit Pro by 7 hours

Charge Time

Beats Fit Pro 1hours

Sony LinkBuds S 2hours

It takes 1 hours to fully charge the Beats Fit Pro's battery. It is recommended to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds for the first time.

Sony LinkBuds S takes 2 hours to fully charge the battery, more than that of Beats Fit Pro by 1 hours

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Beats Fit Pro ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

The Beats Fit Pro have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the earbuds has a low battery. The battery indicator lights display the charging state of your device and case.

Sony LinkBuds S too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators enable you tell the charging state of your device, if charged fully, or having a low battery.

Has Usb Type-C

Beats Fit Pro ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

The Beats Fit Pro use USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable.

Sony LinkBuds S too have USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug comes along with most current electronics.

Bluetooth Version

Beats Fit Pro v5

Sony LinkBuds S v5.2

The Beats Fit Pro have Bluetooth version of 5, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.

Sony LinkBuds S has a Bluetooth version of 5.2, newer than that of Beats Fit Pro . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Beats Fit Pro 10meters

Sony LinkBuds S 10meters

The Beats Fit Pro have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth.

Sony LinkBuds S have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the Beats Fit Pro

Has Aac

Beats Fit Pro ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

Beats Fit Pro support AAC, a codec 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 Beats Fit Pro will work well with your MacBook. If you intend 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.

The Sony LinkBuds S support AAC as well. Designed to be the successor of the MP3 format, AAC generally achieves higher sound quality than MP3 encoders at the same bit rate.

Has Ldac

Beats Fit Pro ✗

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

The Sony LinkBuds S support LDAC, a codec developed by Sony which allows streaming high-resolution audio over Bluetooth connections at up to 990 kbps at 32 bit/96 kHz. It is capable of a very high bitrate of 990kbps, which provides high-resolution audio.

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Number Of Microphones

Beats Fit Pro 6only

Sony LinkBuds S 6only

The Beats Fit Pro have 6 microphones.

The Sony LinkBuds S microphones are 6, equal to that of the Beats Fit Pro . More microphones result in better sound quality and help the earbuds to filter out background sounds.

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Beats Fit Pro ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✗

The Beats Fit Pro use a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are made to reduce background sounds from the earbuds' sound.

Has Ambient Sound Mode

Beats Fit Pro ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

The Beats Fit Pro support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient sound to still be heard even while wearing the earbuds

The Sony LinkBuds S support ambient sound mode as well, helpful when you want to listen to music while being aware of what’s happening around you, say you’re having a run but would still want to be able to hear traffic.

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Beats Fit Pro ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

The Beats Fit Pro have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when they are removed from your ears .

The Sony LinkBuds S support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears saving battery life.

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Beats Fit Pro ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

When lost in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, the Beats Fit Pro support the find earbuds feature.

The Sony LinkBuds S too have the find earbuds feature. Use the earbuds app on your phone to play an alarm from your earbuds to help you locate them.

Supports Fast Charging

Beats Fit Pro ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

The Beats Fit Pro support fast charging. Most often, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to reduce the time it takes to charge a device.

The Sony LinkBuds S too support fast charging. This kind is 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.

Multipoint Count

Beats Fit Pro 2only

Sony LinkBuds S ✗

The Beats Fit Pro have a multipoint of 2 connections, the multipoint feature allows you to link to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. Say, you can seemlessly switch calls from one device to another without having to manually disconnect and reconnect.

Has A Mute Function

Beats Fit Pro ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

Beats Fit Pro have a mute function, they have the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.

The Sony LinkBuds S also have the mute function. The mute function means that you unilaterally turn off the earbuds' microphone, but you can still hear the other party's voice.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Beats Fit Pro ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

The Beats Fit Pro, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the earbuds.

Sony LinkBuds S too have a control panel on them.

Warranty Period

Beats Fit Pro 1Years

Sony LinkBuds S ✗

The Beats Fit Pro 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.

Has Voice Prompts

Beats Fit Pro ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

The Beats Fit Pro have voice prompts. Automatically receive information through audio messages, say if there is an issue with the connection.

The Sony LinkBuds S also have voice prompts .i.e the device will notify you when the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge the device.

Travel Bag Is Included

Beats Fit Pro ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

The Beats Fit Pro come with their own special case. Carrying earbuds without a case, or placing them inside your bag without a cover can easily damage them.

Sony LinkBuds S too have a travel bag included, which offers safe transportation.

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Category	Features	Beats Fit Pro	Sony LinkBuds S
DESIGN	ingress protection (ip) rating	IPX4	IPX4
	weight	11.2g	9.6g
	has no wires or cables	✓	✓
	wingtips included	✓	✗
	sweat resistance	✓	✓
	has stereo speakers	✓	✓
SOUND QUALITY	has active noise cancellation (noise control)	✓	✓
	has passive noise reduction	✓	✓
	driver unit size	9.5mm	5mm
	lowest frequency	20Hz	20Hz
	highest frequency	20,000Hz	40,000Hz
	sound pressure level	101.3dB/mW	✗
POWER	battery life	7hours	6hours
	battery life of charging case	21hours	14hours
	charge time	1hours	2hours
	has a battery level indicator	✓	✓
CONNECTIVITY	has usb type-c	✓	✓
	bluetooth version	v5	v5.2
	maximum bluetooth range	10meters	10meters
	has aac	✓	✓
	has ldac	✗	✓
MICROPHONE	number of microphones	6only	6only
MICROPHONE	has a noise-canceling microphone	✓	✗
EXTRAS	has ambient sound mode	✓	✓
	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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Beats Fit Pro Vs. Sony Linkbuds S Review In Summary

Beats Fit Pro Vs. Sony Linkbuds S Review In Detail

Design

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Weight

Has No Wires Or Cables

Wingtips Included

Sweat Resistance

Has Stereo Speakers

Sound Quality

Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Driver Unit Size

Lowest Frequency

Highest Frequency

Sound Pressure Level

Power

Battery Life

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Charge Time

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Connectivity

Has Usb Type-C

Bluetooth Version

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Has Aac

Has Ldac

Microphone

Number Of Microphones

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Extras

Has Ambient Sound Mode

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Supports Fast Charging

Multipoint Count

Has A Mute Function

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Warranty Period

Has Voice Prompts

Travel Bag Is Included