Ingress protection ratings refer to the rank of protection offered by an enclosure, against dust and water. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value means protection against solids say dust, while the second refers to protection against liquids (water).
Scoring IPX4, the Beats Studio Buds'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 Beats Studio Buds, Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 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 Studio Buds have a weight of 5.1g . We take in account a lower weight better for the reason that lighter devices are more comfortable to carry.
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2, at 12.5g
weigh more than the Beats Studio Buds by of 7.4g
True wireless devices have no wires linking any part of the device together, Beats Studio Buds are true wireless for this matter since they don't have wires. This is a key distinction since wireless earbuds have wires linking the two earbuds together. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 also is true wireless because it has no wires linking the 2 earbuds together.
Beats Studio Buds are resistant to sweat
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2's resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal for use during long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc
Beats Studio Buds have stereo speakers, what this means is that Beats Studio Buds's speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience. Both Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 and Beats Studio Buds have stereo speakers
ANC utilises more advanced technology to reduce unwanted ambient sounds. ANC works when, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern of incoming noise and after inverts the soundwaves to counter it.
In simple terms, it's like having +1 (sound from your surrounding) and producing -1 (inverted noise) giving 0 which results in a reduced level of noise.
The Beats Studio Buds have Active Noise Cancellation enabling you to listen at lower volume levels, causing less ear fatigue as you don't have to crank up the device volume to outcompete background sounds. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 too have Active Noise Cancellation which makes either of the earbuds ideal for plane rides and morning commutes.
Each work with different noise cancellation modes, pick the noise cancellation type that you prefer for commute or that enhances your relaxation time. The Beats Studio Buds stay tightly in place, this creates an acoustic seal that tones down your environment noise well as preventing the earbuds voice audio from leaking out at the same. Both Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2, and Beats Studio Buds have passive noise reduction which implies that they reduce ambient noise instead of actively using ANC to cancel it out.
The Beats Studio Buds driver unit is 8.2mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, and can produce better bass. The driver unit is basically a mini speaker that makes sound in the earbuds, the unit size corellates with the loudness of the earbuds. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 driver unit is 9.3mm in diameter,
making them have a larger driver unit than that of Beats Studio Buds by 1.1mm
, 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 can generate louder sound, but this does not indicate that they deliver better quality sound. Beats Studio Buds's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio component generates low audible frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that
both devices can make sound with equal bass
Beats Studio Buds's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio device generates high audible frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it.
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that
both devices can produce equal treble
SPL, is the level of pressure of sound, measured in decibels, dB, Beats Studio Buds's measurement is 100.5dB/mW. Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source. The Beats Studio Buds's battery life is 8 hours, these last longer than 5 hours of listening which is considered average for a single charge.
A device's battery life is usually given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and have to charge the device less often. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2's battery life is
less than that of Beats Studio Buds by 2 hours
. Each time you recharge your device, they get a little less playing time. The effect is barely noticeable at first, but over time, 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 Studio Buds's case has a charge of 16 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go multiple times before recharging the case itself. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2's charging case has a battery life of 18 hours,
more than that of Beats Studio Buds by 2 hours
It takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the Beats Studio Buds's battery.
It is highly adivsable to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds when they have been in storage for long periods. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 takes 2 hours to fully charge the battery,
more than that of Beats Studio Buds by 0.5 hours
Beats Studio Buds have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the earbuds has a low battery. Its lights show the charging status of your device and case.
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 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. Beats Studio Buds have USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 too support USB TYPE-C.
This USB-C plug comes along with most current electronics. Beats Studio Buds have Bluetooth version of 5.2, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data movement between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 has a Bluetooth version of 5.3,
newer than that of Beats Studio Buds
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
Beats Studio Buds have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have a maximum range of 10meters,
equal to that of the Beats Studio Buds
Beats Studio Buds support AAC, a codec used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps.
Since it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it provides better results than other codecs at a similar bit rate.
Being the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Beats Studio Buds will work well with your MacBook. If you are planning on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well.
The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 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 Studio Buds have 6 microphones.
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 microphones are 8,
more than that of Beats Studio Buds by 2
. More microphones result in better sound quality and help the device to filter out noise. The Beats Studio Buds use a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are designed to filter out noise from the desired sound. The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 too use a noise-canceling type of microphone.
Especially useful in noisy areas. The Beats Studio Buds support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient noises to still be heard even when wearing the earbuds
The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 support ambient sound mode as well, helpful when you want to listen to music while being aware of your surrounding, say you’re having a jog but still want to be able to hear traffic. When misplaced in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, Beats Studio Buds support the find earbuds feature.
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 too have the find earbuds feature. Use the device app on your smartphone to play an alarm from your device to locate them. The Beats Studio Buds support fast charging.
Commonly, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the amount of time it takes to charge the earbuds. Also the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 too support fast charging. This kind is similar to regular charging, only that the battery fills up much faster.
For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in thirty minutes. The Beats Studio Buds 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 seemlessly switch calls from one device to another without manually disconnect and reconnect.
The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 support multipoint count of 2,
equal to that of the Beats Studio Buds
. Bluetooth multipoint is useful because you can be on one call and not miss notifications coming from another connected device. Beats Studio Buds have a mute function, they have the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds. The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 too support the mute function.
The mute function means that you can turn off the earbuds' microphone, but you can still hear the other party's voice. The Beats Studio Buds, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the device. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 also have a control panel on them.
The Beats Studio Buds support voice prompts. Automatically receive information through audio messages, say if there is a problem with the connection. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 too support voice prompts meaning the device notifies you when the battery is running low, and you need to recharge the device.
The Beats Studio Buds come with a special pouch. Carrying earphones without a case, or putting them inside your pockets without a casing can easily damage them. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 also have a case included, which offers safe transportation.
