Ingress protection ratings refer to the rank of protection offered by an enclosure, against solids and liquids. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value means protection against solids such as dust, while the second refers to protection against liquids (sweat).
Having a value of IPX5, the Boult Audio Z40's rating is read as, the first number of X denotes that no data available to specify a protection rating, and the second number of 5 means that they can withstand medium pressure jet that's 6.3mm diameter, similar to garden hose from any angle for 3 minutes at a distance of 2.5 to 3 metres. Compared to the Boult Audio Z40, Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a rating of IPX4 meaning that
we are not yet certain of their rating with solids (dust)
and that of liquids is that,
Boult Audio Z40 has a higher liquid rating than Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)
The Boult Audio Z40 have a weight of 40g . We take in account a lower weight better for the reason that lighter devices are easier to transport.
The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen), at 8.56g
are lighter than the Boult Audio Z40 by -31.44g
For a device to be true wireless it should have no cables linking any part of the device together, Boult Audio Z40 are true wireless for this case since they don't have cables. This is a major difference as some wireless earbuds have cables connecting the 2 earbuds together. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) also is true wireless because it doesn't have wires linking the pair of earbuds together.
Boult Audio Z40 have wingtips, these are reserved for workout earbuds and come as an optional add-on to each silicone ear tip for a more secure fit. Boult Audio Z40 are resistant to sweat
Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s resistance to sweat makes both devices good for use during long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc
Boult Audio Z40 are both dustproof and water-resistant. Boult Audio Z40 have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience.
Both Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) and Boult Audio Z40 have stereo speakers
The Boult Audio Z40 sit tightly in place, creating an acoustic seal that tones down your environment sounds while preventing the device sound from leaking out at the same. Both Apple AirPods (3rd Gen), and Boult Audio Z40 have passive noise reduction this implies that they limit ambient noise instead of actively using technology to cancel it out. Boult Audio Z40 driver unit is 10mm 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 corellates with the loudness of the earbuds. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) driver unit is 11mm in diameter,
making them have a larger driver unit than that of Boult Audio Z40 by 1mm
, as many tend to believe that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.
However, large drivers find it difficult to produce high frequencies so yes, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not imply that they produce better quality sound.
The Boult Audio Z40's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well a particular audio device produces low frequencies that can be heard, and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s lowest frequency is at 10Hz, this implies that
Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) can make sound with a juicier bass than the Boult Audio Z40
The Boult Audio Z40's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response shows how well an audio device makes high human frequencies and if it changes to the signal while at it. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that
both devices can generate equal treble
Boult Audio Z40's battery life is 10 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 more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and have to charge the device less often. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s battery life is
less than that of Boult Audio Z40 by 4 hours
. Every time you recharge your device, they get a little less listening time. The effect is barely noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will no longer play for long like they used to.
This is given by the manufacturer, and the Boult Audio Z40's case has a charge of 50 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go multiple times before having to recharge the case itself. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s charging case has a battery life of 30 hours,
less than that of Boult Audio Z40 by 20 hours
It takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the Boult Audio Z40's battery.
It is highly adivsable to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds when they have been in storage for long periods. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) takes 0.3 hours to fully charge the battery,
less than that of Boult Audio Z40 by 1.2 hours
The Boult Audio Z40 use USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable. The Boult Audio Z40 have Bluetooth version of 5.3, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data transfers between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.
Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) has a Bluetooth version of 5,
older than that of Boult Audio Z40
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers. The Boult Audio Z40 have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a maximum range of 10meters,
equal to that of the Boult Audio Z40
Boult Audio Z40 support AAC, a codec used for Bluetooth audio.
It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Because it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it can provide better results than other codecs at a similar bit rate.
Since its the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Boult Audio Z40 will work fine with your iPhone.
If you are planning on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 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.
Boult Audio Z40 have 2 microphones. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) microphones are 6,
more than that of Boult Audio Z40 by 4
. More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the device to filter out noise. Boult Audio Z40 support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when removed from your ears so that the music is paused.
The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) too support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears saving battery life. The Boult Audio Z40 support fast charging. Commonly, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to charge the earbuds.
The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) too support fast charging. It's very similar to regular charging, only that the battery is filling up much faster. Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in just 30 minutes.
Boult Audio Z40 have a mute function, they have the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) also support this function. It means that you can turn off the earbuds' microphone, but still hear the other party's voice.
The Boult Audio Z40, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the device. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) also have a control panel on them. The Boult Audio Z40 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.
If covered under the manufacturer’s warranty it is possible to get a replacement in the case of a malfunction. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a warranty period of 1Years,
equal to that of the Boult Audio Z40
.
Boult Audio Z40 have voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, like if there is an issue with the connection.
Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) too have voice prompts .i.e the earbuds notifies you if the battery is running low, and you need to recharge them.
