Ingress protection ratings is the rating of protection offered by a casing, 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 (sweat).
Scoring IPX5, the Boult Audio Z40's rating is read as, the first number 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. In comparison 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,
Sony WF C500 has a lower liquid rating than Boult Audio Z40
The Boult Audio Z40 have a weight of 40g . We prefer a lower weight better because lighter devices are more comfortable to carry.
Sony WF C500, at 10.8g
weigh less than the Boult Audio Z40 by -29.2g
For a device to be true wireless it should have no cables linking any part of the device together, Boult Audio Z40 are true wireless for this matter since they don't have wires. This is a major difference since wireless earbuds have wires connecting the two earbuds together. Sony WF C500 also is true wireless since it has no wires connecting the 2 earbuds .
Boult Audio Z40 have wingtips, these are reserved for earbuds for workouts and come as an optional add-on to the separate silicone ear tip for a more secure fit.
Boult Audio Z40 have sweat resistance
Sony WF C500's resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal 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, what this means is that Boult Audio Z40's speakers deliver sound from independent 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 well in place, this creates an acoustic covering that tones down background noise well as preventing the earbuds music from leaking out .
Both of these devices have passive noise reduction this implies that they reduce ambient noise without using ANC to cancel it out.
The 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 produces sound in the earbuds, its size corellates with the sound produced by the earbuds. 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 yeah, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not indicate that they produce better quality sound. The Boult Audio Z40's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well an audio device produces low audible frequencies and if it alters the signal while at it. Sony WF C500's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that
both devices can make sound with equal bass
The Boult Audio Z40's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response measures if and how well an audio component produces high audible frequencies and if it makes any adjustments to the signal while at it.
Sony WF C500'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. Sony WF C500's battery life is
equal to that of the Boult Audio Z40
. 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 have shorter listening time. The battery life of the charging case is given by the vendor, and Boult Audio Z40's case has a charge of 50 hours. A charging case with more battery hours allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go many times before having to recharge 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 takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the Boult Audio Z40's battery. It is highly adivsable 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, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable.
Sony WF C500 too use 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 transfers 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. 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. Since it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it provides 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 iPhone.
If you are planning 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 enable the device to filter out background sounds. Boult Audio Z40 support 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 MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the time it takes to fully charge the earbuds. The Sony WF C500 support fast charging. It's very similar to regular charging, just that the battery fills up much faster.
Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in 30 minutes. Boult Audio Z40 have a mute function, they have the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device. The Sony WF C500 also support the mute function.
The mute function means that you unilaterally turn off the earbuds' 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 also 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 following instruction manuals. If covered under the manufacturer’s warranty it is possible to get a replacement a malfunction occurs. Sony WF C500 have a warranty period of 1Years,
equal to that of the Boult Audio Z40
.
The Boult Audio Z40 have voice prompts.
With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, like if there is a problem with the connection. Sony WF C500 too support voice prompts meaning the device notifies you if the battery is low, and you need to recharge them.
