Beats Studio Buds
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Boult Audio Z40
See price on AmazonOverall Score 6.3 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
Category | Features | Beats Studio Buds | Boult Audio Z40 |
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DESIGN | ingress protection (ip) rating | IPX4 | IPX5 |
weight | 5.1g | 40g | |
has no wires or cables | ✓ | ✓ | |
wingtips included | ✗ | ✓ | |
sweat resistance | ✓ | ✓ | |
is dust proof and water-resistant | ✗ | ✓ | |
has stereo speakers | ✓ | ✓ | |
SOUND QUALITY | has active noise cancellation (noise control) | ✓ | ✗ |
has passive noise reduction | ✓ | ✓ | |
driver unit size | 8.2mm | 10mm | |
lowest frequency | 20Hz | 20Hz | |
highest frequency | 20,000Hz | 20,000Hz | |
sound pressure level | 100.5dB/mW | ✗ | |
POWER | battery life | 8hours | 10hours |
battery life of charging case | 16hours | 50hours | |
charge time | 1.5hours | 1.5hours | |
has a battery level indicator | ✓ | ✗ | |
CONNECTIVITY | has usb type-c | ✓ | ✓ |
bluetooth version | v5.2 | v5.3 | |
maximum bluetooth range | 10meters | 10meters | |
has aac | ✓ | ✓ | |
MICROPHONE | number of microphones | 6only | 2only |
has a noise-canceling microphone | ✓ | ✗ | |
EXTRAS | has ambient sound mode | ✓ | ✗ |
has in/on-ear detection | ✗ | ✓ | |
has find earbuds feature | ✓ | ✗ | |
supports fast charging | ✓ | ✓ | |
multipoint count | 2only | ✗ | |
has a mute function | ✓ | ✓ | |
control panel placed on a device | ✓ | ✓ | |
warranty period | ✗ | 1Years | |
has voice prompts | ✓ | ✓ | |
travel bag is included | ✓ | ✗ | |
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Ingress protection ratings refer to the level of protection offered by an enclosure, against solids and water. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value of the IP rating refers to protection against solids say dust, followed by the one that refers to protection against liquids (water).
Having a value of 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. 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 take in account a lower weight best for the reason that lighter devices are more comfortable to transport.
The Beats Studio Buds, at 5.1g are lighter than the Boult Audio Z40 by -34.9g True wireless devices 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 difference since wireless earbuds have cables linking the two earbuds . Beats Studio Buds also is true wireless since it has no 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 more secure fit.
Boult Audio Z40 have sweat resistance Beats Studio Buds's resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal for use during long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc 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 Beats Studio Buds also have stereo speakers Boult Audio Z40 sit tightly in place, this creates a sound seal that reduces your environment noise well as preventing the earbuds sound from leaking out at the same.
Both Beats Studio Buds, and Boult Audio Z40 have passive noise reduction this means that both limit ambient noise without using technology to cancel it out. The Boult Audio Z40 have a unit size of 10mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, and can produce better bass. The driver unit is basically a mini speaker that makes sound in the device, its size corellates with the sound produced by the earbuds.
Beats Studio Buds driver unit is 8.2mm in diameter,
which means that they have a smaller driver unit than that of Boult Audio Z40 by 1.8mm
, many people have a misconception that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.
However, large drivers usually have difficulty producing high frequencies so yes, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not mean that they deliver 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 alters the signal on its way through.
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 tells how well an audio component makes high recognizable frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal on its way through. Beats Studio Buds's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies 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 longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and have to charge the device less often.
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 listening time. The effect is not 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 Boult Audio Z40's case has a charge of 50 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. Beats Studio Buds's charging case has a battery life of 16 hours, less than that of Boult Audio Z40 by 34 hours It takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the Boult Audio Z40's battery. It is recommended to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds when they have been unused for long periods.
Beats Studio Buds takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the battery, equal to that of the Boult Audio Z40 The Boult Audio Z40 support USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable. Beats Studio Buds too have USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current laptops, phones, and tablets.
The Boult Audio Z40 have Bluetooth version of 5.3, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data movement between devices placed in close proximity, 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. 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 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 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 MacBook. 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 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. Boult Audio Z40 have 2 microphones. 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 support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when they are removed from your ears . The Boult Audio Z40 support fast charging. Commonly, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to reduce the amount of time it takes to fully charge a device. Also the 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 can be 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 device.
The Beats Studio Buds also have the mute function. It means that you unilaterally turn off the earbuds' microphone, but you can still hear the other party talk. With 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 support voice prompts.
With voice prompts, you receive information via audio messages, like if there is a problem with the connection. The Beats Studio Buds also support voice prompts meaning the earbuds notifies you if the battery is low, and it's time to recharge them.