Beats Studio Buds
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OnePlus Buds Z2
See price on AmazonOverall Score 6.8 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
Category | Features | Beats Studio Buds | OnePlus Buds Z2 |
---|---|---|---|
DESIGN | ingress protection (ip) rating | IPX4 | IP55 |
weight | 5.1g | 9g | |
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 | 8.2mm | 11mm | |
lowest frequency | 20Hz | 20Hz | |
highest frequency | 20,000Hz | 20,000Hz | |
sound pressure level | 100.5dB/mW | ✗ | |
POWER | battery life | 8hours | 7hours |
battery life of charging case | 16hours | 31hours | |
charge time | 1.5hours | 1.5hours | |
has a battery level indicator | ✓ | ✓ | |
CONNECTIVITY | has usb type-c | ✓ | ✓ |
bluetooth version | v5.2 | v5.2 | |
maximum bluetooth range | 10meters | 10meters | |
has aac | ✓ | ✓ | |
MICROPHONE | number of microphones | 6only | 6only |
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 | ✓ | ✓ | |
has voice prompts | ✓ | ✓ | |
travel bag is included | ✓ | ✓ | |
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IP ratings is the rank of protection offered by an enclosure, against dust and liquids. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value means protection against solids say dust, followed by the one that refers to resistance against liquids (water).
Having a value of IPX4, the Beats Studio Buds's rating is read as, the first number of X denotes 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.
In comparison to the Beats Studio Buds, OnePlus Buds Z2 have a rating of IP55 meaning that
ingress of dust is not totally prevented but dust does not enter in harmful quantities to interfere with the correct operation or impair safety
and that of liquids is that,
OnePlus Buds Z2 has a higher liquid rating than Beats Studio Buds
The Beats Studio Buds have a weight of 5.1g . We prefer a lower weight better because lighter devices are more comfortable to carry.
The OnePlus Buds Z2, at 9g
weigh more than the Beats Studio Buds by of 3.9g
True wireless devices have no cables linking any part of the device together, Beats Studio Buds are true wireless for this case since they don't have cables. This is a key difference since wireless earbuds have cables linking the two earbuds together.
OnePlus Buds Z2 also is true wireless because it has no cables connecting the 2 earbuds together.
Beats Studio Buds are resistant to sweat
OnePlus Buds Z2's resistance to sweat makes both devices good for use during long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , 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, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience.
The OnePlus Buds Z2 also have stereo speakers
ANC makes use of 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. Simply put, it's like having +1 (noise) and adding -1 (counter sound by the device) giving zero hence "diluting" the noise.
The Beats Studio Buds have Active Noise Cancellation enabling you to listen at lower volume levels, good for your ears as you don't need to crank up the earbuds volume to overcome background sounds.
OnePlus Buds Z2 too have ANC which makes either of the devices ideal for flights and morning travels. The Beats Studio Buds and OnePlus Buds Z2 operate with different noise cancellation settings, pick the noise cancellation type that suits your commute or that suites your relaxation time.
The Beats Studio Buds stay tightly in place, creating an acoustic seal that reduces background noise and also prevents the earbuds music from leaking out at the same.
Both OnePlus Buds Z2, and Beats Studio Buds have passive noise reduction this means that both limit ambient noise without using technology to cancel it out.
The Beats Studio Buds have a unit size of 8.2mm 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, its size dictates the sound produced by the earbuds.
OnePlus Buds Z2 driver unit is 11mm in diameter,
making them have a larger driver unit than that of Beats Studio Buds by 2.8mm
, 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 yes, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not mean that they deliver better quality sound.
The Beats Studio Buds's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio component generates low frequencies that can be heard, and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through.
OnePlus Buds Z2'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 tells how well a particular audio device produces high human frequencies and if it makes any adjustments to the signal on its way through.
OnePlus Buds Z2's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that
both devices can produce equal treble
The sound pressure level, is the pressure level of sound, 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 commonly given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and have to charge the device less often.
OnePlus Buds Z2's battery life is
less than that of Beats Studio Buds by 1 hours
. Each time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less playing time. The effect is barely noticeable at first, but over a few years, your wireless earbuds will no longer play for long like they used to.
This is given by the vendor, and the Beats Studio Buds's case has a full charge of 16 hours. A charging case with more battery hours enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go many times before recharging the case itself.
OnePlus Buds Z2's charging case has a battery life of 31 hours,
more than that of Beats Studio Buds by 15 hours
It takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the Beats Studio Buds's battery. It is recommended to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds for the first time.
OnePlus Buds Z2 takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the battery,
equal to that of the Beats Studio Buds
The Beats Studio Buds have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the device has a low battery. The battery indicator lights display the charging state of your earbuds and charging case.
OnePlus Buds Z2 too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators allow you determine the charging state of your device, whether fully charged, or the battery is running low.
Beats Studio Buds have USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable.
OnePlus Buds Z2 too use USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug comes along with most current laptops, phones, and tablets.
The 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.
OnePlus Buds Z2 has a Bluetooth version of 5.2,
equal to that of the Beats Studio Buds
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
Beats Studio Buds have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth.
OnePlus Buds Z2 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 the same bit rate.
Since its 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 OnePlus Buds Z2 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.
Beats Studio Buds have 6 microphones.
OnePlus Buds Z2 microphones are 6,
equal to that of the Beats Studio Buds
. More microphones record better sound quality and enable the device to filter out noise.
Beats Studio Buds use a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are made to filter out noise from the earbuds' sound.
The OnePlus Buds Z2 too use a noise-canceling microphone. Especially useful in noisy areas.
Beats Studio Buds support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient noises so that they can still be heard even while wearing them
The OnePlus Buds Z2 support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when they are removed from your ears .
If misplaced in a room, or can't be found in your bag, Beats Studio Buds support the find earbuds feature.
The OnePlus Buds Z2 too have the find earbuds feature. You can use the earbuds app on your smartphone to play a sound from your earbuds to help you find them.
The Beats Studio Buds support fast charging. Most often, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the time it takes to fully charge a device.
The OnePlus Buds Z2 too support fast charging. It's very similar to regular charging, only that the battery fills up much faster. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in thirty minutes.
The Beats Studio Buds support multipoint of 2 connections, the multipoint feature allows you connect to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. For example, you can switch calls from one device to another without having to manually disconnect and reconnect.
The Beats Studio Buds have a mute function, they support the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.
The OnePlus Buds Z2 also support the mute function. It means that you unilaterally turn off the device's microphone, but still hear the other party talk.
The Beats Studio Buds, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the earbuds.
The OnePlus Buds Z2 too have a control panel on them.
Beats Studio Buds support voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information via audio messages, say if there is an issue with the connection.
OnePlus Buds Z2 also support voice prompts .i.e the earbuds notifies you if the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge them.
Beats Studio Buds come with their own special pouch. Carrying earbuds without a case, or placing them inside your bag without a cover can easily damage them.
OnePlus Buds Z2 also have a travel bag included, which offers safe transportation.