IP ratings is the level of protection offered by an enclosure, against solids and liquids. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value represents protection against solids such as dust, while the second refers to resistance against liquids (sweat).
Scoring 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 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. Compared to the Boult Audio Z40, Beats Studio Buds 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 Beats Studio Buds
Boult Audio Z40 have a weight of 40g . We prefer a lower weight best for the reason that lighter devices are more comfortable to move with.
Beats Studio Buds, at 5.1g
are lighter than the Boult Audio Z40 with a difference -34.9g
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 wires. This is a key difference since wireless earbuds have wires connecting the two earbuds .
Beats Studio Buds also is true wireless since it doesn't have cables connecting the 2 earbuds together. Boult Audio Z40 have wingtips, these are commonly used for workout earbuds and are usually an optional add-on to the separate silicone ear tip for a more secure fit.
Boult Audio Z40 have sweat resistance
Beats Studio Buds's resistance to sweat makes both devices good for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc
The 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. The Beats Studio Buds also have stereo speakers
Boult Audio Z40 stay tightly in place, creating an acoustic 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 limit ambient noise without using ANC to cancel it out.
Boult Audio Z40 driver unit is 10mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, therefor producing 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 earbuds. Beats Studio Buds driver unit is 8.2mm in diameter,
which implies that they have a smaller driver unit than that of Boult Audio Z40 by 1.8mm
, 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 yes, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not indicate that they deliver better quality sound. The Boult Audio Z40's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well an audio device produces low frequencies that can be heard, and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it. Beats Studio Buds's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that
both devices can make sound with equal bass
The Boult Audio Z40's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response indicates how well an audio device makes high human frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through.
Beats Studio Buds'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 before recharge. A device's battery life is commonly given by the manufacturer, and with more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings. Beats Studio Buds's battery life is
less than that of Boult Audio Z40 by 2 hours
. Each time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less playing time.
The effect is not noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will no longer play for long like they used to. The battery life of the charging case is given by the vendor, and Boult Audio Z40's case has a full charge of 50 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go multiple times before having to recharge the case itself.
Beats Studio Buds's charging case has a battery life of 16 hours,
less than that of Boult Audio Z40 by 34 hours
It requires 1.5 hours to fully charge the Boult Audio Z40's battery. It is recommended to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds for the first time. Beats Studio Buds takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the battery,
equal to that of the Boult Audio Z40
Boult Audio Z40 use USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable.
Beats Studio Buds too have USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug comes along with most current electronics. The Boult Audio Z40 have Bluetooth version of 5.3, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data movement between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.
Beats Studio Buds has a Bluetooth version of 5.2,
older than that of Boult Audio Z40
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers. The Boult Audio Z40 have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth. Beats Studio Buds 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. Since 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 Boult Audio Z40 will work well 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 Beats Studio Buds 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. The Beats Studio Buds microphones are 6,
more than that of Boult Audio Z40 by 4
. More microphones result in better sound quality and help the earbuds to filter out noise. The Boult Audio Z40 have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when removed from your ears so that the music is paused.
Boult Audio Z40 support fast charging. Usually, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to reduce the amount of time it takes to charge the earbuds. Beats Studio Buds 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 is charged to 50% in just 30 minutes. The Boult Audio Z40 have a mute function, they support the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.
The Beats Studio Buds also have 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 earbuds.
The Beats Studio Buds 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 that has followed instruction manuals. Boult Audio Z40 have voice prompts.
Automatically receive information via audio messages, say if there is an issue with the connection. The Beats Studio Buds also have voice prompts meaning the earbuds notifies you if the battery is low, and it's time to recharge the device.
