Ingress protection ratings is the level of protection given by an enclosure, against dust and water. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value of the IP rating means 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 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, JBL Reflect Aero have a rating of IP68 meaning that
they are completely dust proof
and that of liquids is that,
Boult Audio Z40 has a lower liquid rating than JBL Reflect Aero
The Boult Audio Z40 have a weight of 40g . We take in account a lower weight better because lighter devices are easier to transport.
JBL Reflect Aero, at 13g
are lighter than the Boult Audio Z40 with a difference -27g
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 don't have cables. This is a major distinction since wireless earbuds have wires linking the pair of earbuds together. JBL Reflect Aero also is true wireless because it has no cables connecting the pair of earbuds .
The Boult Audio Z40 come with wingtips, these are reserved for workout earbuds and are usually an optional add-on to the separate silicone ear tip for a better fit.
JBL Reflect Aero too have wingtips, these rest against the triangular fossa and form a secure fit to combat vigorous movement, wingtips come in handy for sports and other physical activities. When applied rightly, they secure the earbuds from falling off. Boult Audio Z40 have sweat resistance
JBL Reflect Aero's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit 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.
JBL Reflect Aero too are dustproof and water-resistant, thus preventing water and dust from entering the interior of the devices keeping the interior components safe
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. Both JBL Reflect Aero and Boult Audio Z40 have stereo speakers
The Boult Audio Z40 sit tightly in place, creating a sound covering that tones down your environment sounds while preventing the earbuds voice audio from leaking out .
Both JBL Reflect Aero, and Boult Audio Z40 have passive noise reduction this means that they reduce ambient noise instead of actively using technology to cancel it out. The Boult Audio Z40 have a unit size of 10mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, and can produce better bass.
A driver unit is the component that produces sound in the earbuds, its size determines the sound produced by the device. JBL Reflect Aero driver unit is 6.8mm in diameter,
which means that they have a smaller driver unit than that of Boult Audio Z40 by 3.2mm
, 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 it's true that, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not imply that they deliver better quality sound.
Boult Audio Z40's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well a particular audio component produces low audible frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it. JBL Reflect Aero'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 shows how well an audio device makes high human frequencies and if it changes to the signal on its way through. JBL Reflect Aero'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 given by the manufacturer, and with more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and have to charge the device less often. JBL Reflect Aero's battery life is
less than that of Boult Audio Z40 by 2 hours
. Each time you recharge your device, they get a little less playing time. The effect is not noticeable at first, but over a few years, 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 allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go several times before recharging the case itself. JBL Reflect Aero'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 highly adivsable to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds when they have been unused for extended periods. JBL Reflect Aero 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. JBL Reflect Aero too support USB TYPE-C.
This USB-C plug comes along with most current laptops, phones, and tablets. Boult Audio Z40 have Bluetooth version of 5.3, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data movement between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. JBL Reflect Aero 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. JBL Reflect Aero 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 can provide better results than other codecs at the same bit rate.
Since its the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Boult Audio Z40 will work fine with your iPad. If you intend on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well.
The Boult Audio Z40 have 2 microphones. JBL Reflect Aero 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 so that the music is paused.
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 JBL Reflect Aero support fast charging.
It's very similar to regular charging, just that the battery is filling up much faster. Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in thirty minutes. The Boult Audio Z40 have a mute function, they support the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.
The JBL Reflect Aero too support this function. The mute function means that you can turn off the earbuds' microphone, but still hear the other party talk. With the Boult Audio Z40, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the earbuds.
JBL Reflect Aero 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. The Boult Audio Z40 support voice prompts.
Automatically receive information through audio messages, say if there is an issue with the connection. The JBL Reflect Aero also have voice prompts .i.e the device will notify you when the battery is low, and it's time to recharge them.
