Ingress protection ratings refer to the level of protection given by an enclosure, against solids and liquids. 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).
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 value 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. Compared to the Boult Audio Z40, Sony WF C500 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 Sony WF C500
The Boult Audio Z40 have a weight of 40g . We prefer a lower weight better for the reason that lighter devices are more comfortable to carry.
The Sony WF C500, at 10.8g
are lighter than the Boult Audio Z40 with a difference -29.2g
True wireless devices have no cables linking any part of the device together, Boult Audio Z40 are true wireless for this case since they have no wires. This is a major difference as some wireless earbuds have cables connecting the pair of earbuds .
Sony WF C500 also is true wireless since it doesn't have cables connecting the 2 earbuds .
The Boult Audio Z40 come with wingtips, these are commonly used 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
Sony WF C500's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , 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 separate channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience. Both Sony WF C500 and Boult Audio Z40 have stereo speakers
The Boult Audio Z40 sit tightly in place, creating a sound covering that reduces your environment sounds well as preventing the earbuds music from leaking out at the same. Both of these devices have passive noise reduction which implies that both reduce ambient noise instead of actively using ANC 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 produces sound in the device, the unit size corellates with the loudness of the device. Sony WF C500 driver unit is 5.8mm in diameter,
which implies that they have a smaller driver unit than that of Boult Audio Z40 by 4.2mm
, 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 are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not imply that they produce better quality sound. The Boult Audio Z40's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio device produces low frequencies that can be heard, and if it alters the signal on its way through. Sony WF C500'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 tells how well an audio component produces high human frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through.
Sony WF C500's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies 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 have to charge the device less often. Sony WF C500's battery life is
equal to that of the Boult Audio Z40
. Every time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less listening 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 vendor, and Boult Audio Z40's case has a charge of 50 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go multiple times before recharging the case itself.
Sony WF C500's charging case has a battery life of 10 hours,
less than that of Boult Audio Z40 by 40 hours
It requires 1.5 hours to fully charge the Boult Audio Z40's battery. It is recommended to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds for the first time. Sony WF C500 takes 2.5 hours to fully charge the battery,
more than that of Boult Audio Z40 by 1 hours
Boult Audio Z40 support USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable.
Sony WF C500 too have USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current electronics. The 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.
Sony WF C500 has a Bluetooth version of 5,
older than that of Boult Audio Z40
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers. The Boult Audio Z40 have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth. Sony WF C500 have a maximum range of 9meters,
less than that of Boult Audio Z40 by 1meters
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 a similar 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 Sony WF C500 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. Sony WF C500 microphones are 2,
equal to that of the Boult Audio Z40
. More microphones result in better sound quality and help the device to filter out noise. The Boult Audio Z40 have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when they are removed from your ears .
The Boult Audio Z40 support fast charging.
Usually, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to reduce the time it takes to charge a device. The Sony WF C500 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 thirty minutes. Boult Audio Z40 have a mute function, they support the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds. The Sony WF C500 also have this function.
It means that you are in position turn off the device's microphone, but you can still hear the other party talk. The Boult Audio Z40, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the earbuds. Sony WF C500 too 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 that has followed instruction manuals. When covered under the manufacturer’s warranty it is possible to get a replacement in the case of a malfunction. Sony WF C500 have a warranty period of 1Years,
equal to that of the Boult Audio Z40
.
Boult Audio Z40 support voice prompts.
Automatically receive information through audio messages, like if there is a problem with the connection. The Sony WF C500 too support voice prompts meaning the device notifies you when the battery is running low, and you need to recharge the device.
