Ingress protection ratings refer to the rating of protection offered by an enclosure, against solids and water. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value refers to protection against solids say dust, while the second refers to resistance against liquids (sweat).
Having a value of IPX4, the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2'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 Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2, Sony WF C500 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
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have a weight of 12.5g . We take in account a lower weight best for the reason that lighter devices are easier to transport.
Sony WF C500, at 10.8g
weigh less than the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 by -1.7g
True wireless devices have no wires connecting any part of the device together, Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 are true wireless for this case since they don't have wires. This is an important difference since wireless earbuds have wires connecting the pair of earbuds .
Sony WF C500 also is true wireless because it has no cables connecting the 2 earbuds .
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have wingtips, these are reserved for earbuds for workouts and come as an optional add-on to each silicone ear tip for a more secure fit. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have sweat resistance
Sony WF C500's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience.
The Sony WF C500 also have stereo speakers
ANC utilises more advanced kind of tech to reduce unwanted ambient sounds. How it works, it studies the sound pattern of incoming noise and then generates a mirror signal to counter it. Simply put, it's like having +1 (noise) and producing -1 (inverted noise) to make zero resulting in a reduced level of noise.
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have Active Noise Cancellation 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 noise. The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 sit well in place, creating an acoustic covering that reduces your environment sounds well as preventing the device music from leaking out at the same. Both of these devices have passive noise reduction which implies that they tone down ambient noise without using ANC to cancel it out.
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 driver unit is 9.3mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, therefor producing better bass. The driver unit is the component that produces sound in the earbuds, the unit size dictates the sound produced by the device. Sony WF C500 driver unit is 5.8mm in diameter,
which means that they have a smaller driver unit than that of Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 by 3.5mm
, 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 mean that they produce better quality sound. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well a particular audio component produces low recognizable frequencies and if it alters the signal on its way through. Sony WF C500's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that
both devices make sound with equal bass
The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response shows how well a particular audio component generates high recognizable frequencies and if it changes to the signal while at it.
Sony WF C500's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that
both devices generate equal treble
The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2'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 longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings. Sony WF C500's battery life is
more than that of Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 by 4 hours
. Every 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 have shorter listening time. This is given by the manufacturer, and the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2's case is said to have a charge of 18 hours. A charging case with more battery hours enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go multiple times before having to recharge the case itself.
Sony WF C500's charging case has a battery life of 10 hours,
less than that of Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 by 8 hours
It takes 2 hours to fully charge the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2's battery. It is recommended to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds for the first time. Sony WF C500 takes 2.5 hours to fully charge the battery,
more than that of Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 by 0.5 hours
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the device has a low battery.
Its lights indicate the charging state of your earbuds and case. Sony WF C500 too have a battery level indicator, these allow you to tell the charging state of your earbuds, if charged fully, or the battery is running low. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable.
Sony WF C500 too support USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current electronics. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have Bluetooth version of 5.3, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data movement between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.
Sony WF C500 has a Bluetooth version of 5,
older than that of Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers. The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth. Sony WF C500 have a maximum range of 9meters,
less than that of Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 by 1meters
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 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 a similar bit rate.
Since its the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 will work fine with your iPad.
If you intend on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well. The Sony WF C500 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.
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 support APTX Adaptive, an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that are developed by Qualcomm. It has a variable bit rate (between 279kbps and 420kbps).
The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have 8 microphones. The Sony WF C500 microphones are 2,
less than that of Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 by 6
. More microphones record better sound quality and help the earbuds to filter out background sounds.
The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are designed to reduce background sounds from the desired sound. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient sound to still be heard even when wearing the earbuds
The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when removed from your ears .
If lost in a room, or can't be found in your bag, the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have a find earbuds feature. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 support fast charging.
Most often, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the time it takes to fully charge a device. Also the Sony WF C500 too support fast charging. It's very similar to regular charging, only that the battery is filling up much faster.
For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in 30 minutes. The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 support 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 switch calls from one device to another without manually disconnect and reconnect.
The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have a mute function, they have the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds. The Sony WF C500 also support this function. The mute function means that you can turn off the earbuds' microphone, but you can still hear the other party's voice.
The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the device. The Sony WF C500 too have a control panel on them. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have voice prompts.
With voice prompts, you receive information via audio messages, like if there is an issue with the connection. The Sony WF C500 also have voice prompts meaning the device notifies you if the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge the earbuds. The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 come with their own special pouch.
Carrying earphones openly, or placing them in your bag without a cover may easily put them at risk of getting damaged. Sony WF C500 also have a travel bag included, which is useful for safe transportation.
