IP ratings is the level of protection offered by a casing, against solids and water. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value of the IP rating represents protection against solids say dust, followed by the one that refers to protection against liquids (sweat).
Having a value of IPX5, the Boult Audio Z40's rating is read as, the first value 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. In comparison 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,
Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) has a lower liquid rating than Boult Audio Z40
Boult Audio Z40 have a weight of 40g . We consider a lower weight best because lighter devices are more comfortable to move with.
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 must have no wires connecting any part of the device together, Boult Audio Z40 are true wireless for this case since they have no cables. This is a key distinction as some wireless earbuds have wires linking the pair of earbuds together. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) also is true wireless since it doesn't have wires linking the pair of earbuds .
Boult Audio Z40 have wingtips, these are reserved for workout earbuds and are usually an optional add-on to each silicone ear tip for a better fit.
Boult Audio Z40 are resistant to sweat
Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal for use during long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc
The Boult Audio Z40 are both dustproof and water-resistant. Boult Audio Z40 have stereo speakers, what this means is that Boult Audio Z40's speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) also have stereo speakers
The Boult Audio Z40 sit well in place, this creates an acoustic covering that reduces your environment sounds well as preventing the device sound from leaking out .
Both of these devices have passive noise reduction which means that both tone down ambient noise instead of actively using technology to cancel it out.
Boult Audio Z40 driver unit is 10mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, and can produce better bass. A driver unit is basically a mini speaker that makes sound in the earbuds, the unit size determines the sound made by the device. 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 can generate louder sound, but this does not imply that they produce better quality sound. Boult Audio Z40's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well a particular audio device generates low audible frequencies and if it alters the signal while at it. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s lowest frequency is at 10Hz, this means that
Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) can produce a juicier bass than the Boult Audio Z40
Boult Audio Z40's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response tells how well an audio device generates high recognizable frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it.
Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that
both devices produce 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 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. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s battery life is
less than that of Boult Audio Z40 by 4 hours
. Every time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less listening 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. The battery life of the charging case is given by the manufacturer, and the Boult Audio Z40's case is said to have a full charge of 50 hours. A charging case with more battery hours allows 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 for the first time. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) takes 0.3 hours to fully charge the battery,
less than that of Boult Audio Z40 by 1.2 hours
Boult Audio Z40 use USB TYPE-C, a 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 allows 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. Boult Audio Z40 have a 10meters distance connecting 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 that is 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 Boult Audio Z40 will work fine with your iPhone. If you are planning on using these with Android you need to pay even closer attention to codec support for if they only have AAC they won't provide the best audio quality possible, 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. While 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 help the device to filter out background sounds.
The Boult Audio Z40 have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when they are 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. Boult Audio Z40 support fast charging.
Commonly, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the time it takes to charge the earbuds. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 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 can be charged to 50% in just thirty minutes. The Boult Audio Z40 have a mute function, they have the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) also support the mute function.
The mute function means that you unilaterally turn off the earbuds' microphone, but you can still hear the other party's voice. With the Boult Audio Z40, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the device. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) also have a control panel on them.
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
.
The Boult Audio Z40 support voice prompts.
Automatically receive information through audio messages, say if there is an issue with the connection. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) too have voice prompts .i.e the device notifies you when the battery is low, and it's time to recharge them.
