IP ratings refer to the rank of protection given by an enclosure, against dust and liquids. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value means protection against solids such as dust, while the second refers to protection against liquids (sweat).
Scoring IPX4, the Beats Fit Pro'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. In comparison to the Beats Fit Pro, Sony WF 1000XM4 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
The Beats Fit Pro have a weight of 11.2g . We take in account a lower weight better for the reason that lighter devices are more comfortable to carry.
The Sony WF 1000XM4, at 7.1g
weigh less than the Beats Fit Pro with a difference -4.1g
For a device to be true wireless it must have no wires linking any part of the device together, Beats Fit Pro are true wireless for this case since they don't have wires. This is a key difference as some wireless earbuds have cables connecting the pair of earbuds together. Sony WF 1000XM4 also is true wireless because it has no wires connecting the pair of earbuds together.
The Beats Fit Pro come with wingtips, these are reserved for workout earbuds and come as an optional add-on to the separate silicone ear tip for a better fit. Beats Fit Pro have sweat resistance
Sony WF 1000XM4's resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc
Beats Fit Pro have stereo speakers, what this means is that Beats Fit Pro's speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience. The Sony WF 1000XM4 also have stereo speakers
Active noise cancellation uses more advanced kind of tech to reduce unwanted ambient sounds.
How it works, it listens to the sound pattern of incoming noise and inverts the soundwaves to cancel it out. Simply put, it's like having +1 (noise) and producing -1 (counter sound by the device) to make zero resulting in a reduced level of noise.
The Beats Fit Pro have ANC allowing you to listen at lower levels of volume, causing less ear fatigue since you don't have to crank up the device volume to overcome background sounds.
The Sony WF 1000XM4 too have ANC making both devices ideal for flights and morning travels. The Beats Fit Pro and Sony WF 1000XM4 operate with different noise cancellation settings, pick the mode that suits your commute or that enhances your relaxation time. Beats Fit Pro sit tightly in place, this creates a sound seal that reduces your environment sounds and also prevents the earbuds music from leaking out at the same.
Both of these devices have passive noise reduction which implies that they tone down ambient noise instead of actively using technology to cancel it out. The Beats Fit Pro have a unit size of 9.5mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, and can produce better bass. A driver unit is the component that makes sound in the device, its size corellates with the loudness of the earbuds.
Sony WF 1000XM4 driver unit is 6mm in diameter,
which implies that they have a smaller driver unit than that of Beats Fit Pro by 3.5mm
, 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 can generate louder sound, but this does not indicate that they produce better quality sound. Beats Fit Pro's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well an audio component generates low audible frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through.
Sony WF 1000XM4's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that
both devices can make sound with equal bass
The Beats Fit Pro's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response shows how well an audio device makes high recognizable frequencies and if it makes any adjustments to the signal while at it. Sony WF 1000XM4's highest frequency is at 40,000Hz, this implies that
Sony WF 1000XM4 produce a clearer and crispier treble than the Beats Fit Pro
The sound pressure level, is the level of pressure 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.
Sony WF 1000XM4's sound pressure level measurement is 105dB/mW. How loud a device is can be perceived differently by different people, so we need to have the means to get a standard measurement of sound level expressed in numerical terms. 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 WF 1000XM4's battery life is
more than that of Beats Fit Pro by 1 hours
. Each time you recharge your device, they get a little less playing time. The effect is not noticeable at first, but over a few years, your wireless earbuds will no longer play for long like they used to.
The battery life of the charging case is given by the vendor, and Beats Fit Pro's case is said to have a full charge of 21 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. Sony WF 1000XM4's charging case has a battery life of 16 hours,
less than that of Beats Fit Pro by 5 hours
It requires 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 WF 1000XM4 takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the battery,
more than that of Beats Fit Pro by 0.5 hours
The Beats Fit Pro have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the device has a low battery. Its lights show the charging state of your earbuds and case.
Sony WF 1000XM4 too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators enable you determine the charging state of your device, if charged fully, or the battery is running low. Beats Fit Pro use USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable. Sony WF 1000XM4 too support USB TYPE-C.
This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current laptops, phones, and tablets. The Beats Fit Pro 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. Sony WF 1000XM4 has a Bluetooth version of 5.2,
newer than that of Beats Fit Pro
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
Beats Fit Pro have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth. Sony WF 1000XM4 have a maximum range of 10meters,
equal to that of the Beats Fit Pro
Beats Fit Pro support AAC, a codec used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps.
Since 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 Beats Fit Pro will work well with your iPad. If you are planning on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well.
The Sony WF 1000XM4 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. The Beats Fit Pro have 6 microphones.
The Sony WF 1000XM4 microphones are 4,
less than that of Beats Fit Pro by 2
. More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the device to filter out noise. Beats Fit Pro use a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are made to filter out background sounds from the desired sound. The Sony WF 1000XM4 too have a noise-canceling microphone.
Especially useful in noisy environments. Beats Fit Pro support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient noises to still be heard even when wearing them
The Sony WF 1000XM4 support ambient sound mode as well, it’s useful when you want to listen to music but also be aware of your surrounding, for example when you’re having a run but would still want to hear traffic. Beats Fit Pro support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when they are removed from your ears so that the music is paused.
The Sony WF 1000XM4 support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears improving your listening experience. When misplaced in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, Beats Fit Pro have a find earbuds feature. The Sony WF 1000XM4 also have the find earbuds feature.
Use the device app on your smartphone to play a sound from your device to help you locate them. The Beats Fit Pro support fast charging. Usually, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the time it takes to charge a device.
Sony WF 1000XM4 support fast charging. It's very similar to regular charging, just that the battery fills up much faster. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in just 30 minutes.
Beats Fit Pro 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. The Sony WF 1000XM4 support multipoint count of 2,
equal to that of the Beats Fit Pro
. Bluetooth multipoint comes in handy when you can be on one call without missing notifications coming from another connected device.
Beats Fit Pro have a mute function, they support the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds. The Sony WF 1000XM4 also have the mute function. It means that you are in position turn off the earbuds' microphone, but you can still hear the other party's voice.
The Beats Fit Pro, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the earbuds. The Sony WF 1000XM4 also have a control panel on them. 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.
The Beats Fit Pro support voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, say if there is a problem with the connection. Sony WF 1000XM4 too have voice prompts meaning the device notifies you when the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge them.
Beats Fit Pro come with a special pouch. Carrying earbuds openly, or placing them inside your pockets without a cover may easily damage them. Sony WF 1000XM4 also have a travel bag included, which offers safe transportation.
