IP ratings is the rating of protection offered by an enclosure, against dust and liquids. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value of the IP rating means protection against solids such as dust, followed by the one that refers to protection against liquids (water).
Scoring IPX5, the Boult Audio Z40's rating for solids indicates 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. 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,
Boult Audio Z40 has a higher liquid rating than Sony WF C500
The Boult Audio Z40 have a weight of 40g . We take in account a lower weight better for the reason that lighter devices are easier to move with.
The Sony WF C500, at 10.8g
are lighter than the Boult Audio Z40 by -29.2g
True wireless devices have no cables 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 as some wireless earbuds have cables linking the two earbuds .
Sony WF C500 also is true wireless because it doesn't have wires linking the 2 earbuds .
Boult Audio Z40 have wingtips, these are reserved for workout earbuds and are usually an optional add-on to the separate silicone ear tip for a more secure fit. Boult Audio Z40 are resistant to sweat
Sony WF C500's resistance to sweat makes both devices good for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc
Boult Audio Z40 are both dustproof and water-resistant.
Boult Audio Z40 have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience. The Sony WF C500 also have stereo speakers
Boult Audio Z40 sit tightly in place, creating a sound covering that reduces background noise and also prevents the device voice audio from leaking out .
Both of these devices have passive noise reduction which implies that they limit ambient noise instead of actively using technology to cancel it out. The Boult Audio Z40 driver unit is 10mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, therefor producing better bass.
The driver unit is the component that produces sound in the earbuds, 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 yeah, larger drivers can generate 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 measures if and how well an audio component produces low frequencies that can be heard, and if it alters the signal while at it. Sony WF C500's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that
both devices can produce equal bass
Boult Audio Z40's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response shows how well an audio device produces high human frequencies and if it changes to the signal while at it. Sony WF C500's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that
both devices can 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 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 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.
The battery life of the charging case is given by the manufacturer, 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 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 when they have been in storage for long periods. Sony WF C500 takes 2.5 hours to fully charge the battery,
more than that of Boult Audio Z40 by 1 hours
The Boult Audio Z40 use USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable. Sony WF C500 too use 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 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 to connect 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 used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps.
Because it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it provides better results than other codecs at a similar bit rate.
Being the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Boult Audio Z40 will work fine with your MacBook. If you intend 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 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. The Boult Audio Z40 have 2 microphones.
The 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 noise. Boult Audio Z40 have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when removed from your ears so that the music is paused. The Boult Audio Z40 support fast charging.
Most often, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to charge a device. Sony WF C500 too support fast charging. It's very similar to regular charging, only that the battery is filling up much faster.
Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in just thirty minutes. The Boult Audio Z40 have a mute function, they support the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device. The Sony WF C500 too support the mute function.
It means that you are in position turn off the earbuds' microphone, but still hear the other party's voice. With the Boult Audio Z40, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the device. Sony WF C500 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. 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 have voice prompts.
With voice prompts, you receive information via audio messages, like if there is a problem with the connection. The Sony WF C500 also support voice prompts meaning the earbuds notifies you if the battery is low, and you need to recharge them.
