Boult Audio Z40 Vs. Apple Airpods Pro (2Nd Gen) Review

Ingress protection ratings refer to the rank of protection offered by a casing, against solids and water. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value refers to protection against solids such as dust, while the second refers to resistance against liquids (water).

Scoring IPX5, the Boult Audio Z40's rating for solids indicates that no data available to specify a protection rating, and of liquids 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 Pro (2nd 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 Pro (2nd Gen) The Boult Audio Z40 have a weight of 40g . We consider a lower weight better because lighter devices are more comfortable to carry.

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen), at 10.6g weigh less than the Boult Audio Z40 by -29.4g For a device to be true wireless it must have no wires linking any part of the device together, Boult Audio Z40 are true wireless for this matter since they have no cables. This is a major distinction as some wireless earbuds have wires connecting the 2 earbuds . Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) also is true wireless because it doesn't have wires connecting the 2 earbuds together. The Boult Audio Z40 come with wingtips, these are reserved for earbuds for workouts and are usually an optional add-on to the separate silicone ear tip for a better fit.

Boult Audio Z40 are resistant to sweat Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc Boult Audio Z40 are both dustproof and water-resistant. Boult Audio Z40 have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience. Both Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) and Boult Audio Z40 have stereo speakers Boult Audio Z40 stay well in place, this creates a sound covering that reduces background noise and also prevents the device sound from leaking out . Both of these devices have passive noise reduction this means that they tone down ambient noise instead of actively using ANC to cancel it out.

The Boult Audio Z40 driver unit is 10mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, therefor producing better bass. The driver unit is basically a mini speaker that makes sound in the device, its size corellates with the loudness of the device. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd 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 usually have difficulty producing high frequencies so yeah, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not indicate that they produce better quality sound. Boult Audio Z40's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio component generates low recognizable frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that both devices can produce equal bass The Boult Audio Z40's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response indicates how well a particular audio component produces high human frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal on its way through.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that both devices 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 Pro (2nd Gen)'s battery life is less than that of Boult Audio Z40 by 4 hours . Each 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 have shorter listening time. This is given by the manufacturer, and the Boult Audio Z40's case is said to have a charge of 50 hours. A charging case with more battery hours enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go several times before having to recharge the case itself.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s charging case has a battery life of 24 hours, less than that of Boult Audio Z40 by 26 hours It takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the Boult Audio Z40's battery. It is highly adivsable to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds for the first time. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) takes 1 hours to fully charge the battery, less than that of Boult Audio Z40 by 0.5 hours The Boult Audio Z40 use USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable.

Boult Audio Z40 have Bluetooth version of 5.3, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) has a Bluetooth version of 5.3, equal to that of the Boult Audio Z40 . Newer versions provide faster data transfers. The Boult Audio Z40 have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd 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 well with your iPad. 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 Pro (2nd 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. The Boult Audio Z40 have 2 microphones. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) microphones are 6, more than that of Boult Audio Z40 by 4 . More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the earbuds to filter out noise.

Boult Audio Z40 support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when removed from your ears . Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears improving your listening experience. Boult Audio Z40 support fast charging. Most often, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to reduce the amount of time it takes to charge a device.

Also the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too support fast charging. This kind is similar to regular charging, only that the battery fills up much faster. Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in 30 minutes.

The Boult Audio Z40 have a mute function, they support the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) also support the mute function. It means that you unilaterally turn off the earbuds' microphone, but still hear the other party's voice.

The Boult Audio Z40, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the device. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too 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 that has followed instruction manuals.

Boult Audio Z40 support voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information via audio messages, say if there is a problem with the connection. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) also support voice prompts .i.e the device notifies you if the battery is low, and you need to recharge the device.