Devialet Gemini 2 Vs. Oneplus Buds Z2 Review In Detail

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Devialet Gemini 2 IPX4

OnePlus Buds Z2 IP55

Ingress protection ratings is the level of protection given by a casing, against solids and water. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value refers to protection against solids such as dust, followed by the one that refers to protection against liquids (water).

Scoring IPX4, the Devialet Gemini 2'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 4 means that they can withstand low pressure spray similar to that of a shower head when tilted at 180° for 10 minutes.

Compared to the Devialet Gemini 2, OnePlus Buds Z2 have a rating of IP55 meaning that ingress of dust is not totally prevented but dust does not enter in harmful quantities to interfere with the correct operation or impair safety and that of liquids is that, Devialet Gemini 2 has a lower liquid rating than OnePlus Buds Z2

Weight

Devialet Gemini 2 12g

OnePlus Buds Z2 9g

Devialet Gemini 2 have a weight of 12g . We take in account a lower weight better for the reason that lighter devices are more comfortable to move with.

The OnePlus Buds Z2, at 9g weigh less than the Devialet Gemini 2 with a difference -3g

Has No Wires Or Cables

Devialet Gemini 2 ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

For a device to be true wireless it should have no wires connecting any part of the device together, Devialet Gemini 2 are true wireless for this matter since they have no wires. This is an important difference as some wireless earbuds have wires linking the 2 earbuds together.

OnePlus Buds Z2 also is true wireless because it doesn't have cables linking the two earbuds together.

Sweat Resistance

Devialet Gemini 2 ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

Devialet Gemini 2 are resistant to sweat

OnePlus Buds Z2's resistance to sweat makes both devices good for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc

Has Stereo Speakers

Devialet Gemini 2 ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

Devialet Gemini 2 have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience.

Both OnePlus Buds Z2 and Devialet Gemini 2 have stereo speakers

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Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Devialet Gemini 2 ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

Active noise cancellation utilises more advanced kind of tech to actively counter noise. How it works, it studies the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and then inverts the soundwaves to counter it. In simple terms, it's like taking +1 (sound from your surrounding) then adding -1 (inverted noise) giving 0 thus "diluting" the noise.

The Devialet Gemini 2 have ANC allowing you to listen at lower volume levels, good for your ears as you don't have to crank up the earbuds volume to outcompete background noise.

The OnePlus Buds Z2 too have ANC making either of the devices ideal for flights and morning commutes. Each work with different noise cancellation types, pick the mode that you prefer for travel or that enhances your relaxation time.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Devialet Gemini 2 ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

The Devialet Gemini 2 stay tightly in place, creating a sound covering that reduces background sounds and also prevents the device voice audio from leaking out .

Both of these devices have passive noise reduction this means that they tone down ambient noise instead of actively using ANC to cancel it out.

Driver Unit Size

Devialet Gemini 2 10mm

OnePlus Buds Z2 11mm

Devialet Gemini 2 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 device, its size dictates the loudness of the earbuds.

OnePlus Buds Z2 driver unit is 11mm in diameter, making them have a larger driver unit than that of Devialet Gemini 2 by 1mm , 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 imply that they deliver better quality sound.

Lowest Frequency

Devialet Gemini 2 5Hz

OnePlus Buds Z2 20Hz

The Devialet Gemini 2's lowest frequency is at 5Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio component generates low audible frequencies and if it alters the signal while at it.

OnePlus Buds Z2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that Devialet Gemini 2 produce a juicier bass than the OnePlus Buds Z2

Highest Frequency

Devialet Gemini 2 20,000Hz

OnePlus Buds Z2 20,000Hz

The Devialet Gemini 2's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response shows how well a particular audio component makes high human frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal while at it.

OnePlus Buds Z2's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that both devices can generate equal treble

Sound Pressure Level

Devialet Gemini 2 120dB/mW

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✗

SPL, is the pressure level of sound, in decibels, dB, Devialet Gemini 2's measurement is 120dB/mW. Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source.

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Battery Life

Devialet Gemini 2 5hours

OnePlus Buds Z2 7hours

Devialet Gemini 2's battery life is 5 hours, these last less 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.

OnePlus Buds Z2's battery life is more than that of Devialet Gemini 2 by 2 hours . Every 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 have shorter listening time.

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Devialet Gemini 2 17hours

OnePlus Buds Z2 31hours

The battery life of the charging case is given by the vendor, and the Devialet Gemini 2's case has a full charge of 17 hours. A charging case with more battery hours allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go several times before having to recharge the case itself.

OnePlus Buds Z2's charging case has a battery life of 31 hours, more than that of Devialet Gemini 2 by 14 hours

Charge Time

Devialet Gemini 2 1hours

OnePlus Buds Z2 1.5hours

It requires 1 hours to fully charge the Devialet Gemini 2's battery. It is recommended to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds when they have been in storage for extended periods.

OnePlus Buds Z2 takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the battery, more than that of Devialet Gemini 2 by 0.5 hours

Has Wireless Charging

Devialet Gemini 2 ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✗

The Devialet Gemini 2, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you just put down on a supported charging pad.

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Devialet Gemini 2 ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

The Devialet Gemini 2 have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the device has a low battery. The battery indicator lights indicate the charging status of your device and case.

OnePlus Buds Z2 too have a battery level indicator, these allow you to determine the charging state of your device, if charged fully, or the battery is running low.

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Has Usb Type-C

Devialet Gemini 2 ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

Devialet Gemini 2 support USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable.

OnePlus Buds Z2 too have USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug comes along with most current laptops, phones, and tablets.

Bluetooth Version

Devialet Gemini 2 v5.2

OnePlus Buds Z2 v5.2

Devialet Gemini 2 have Bluetooth version of 5.2, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data movement between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.

OnePlus Buds Z2 has a Bluetooth version of 5.2, equal to that of the Devialet Gemini 2 . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Devialet Gemini 2 10meters

OnePlus Buds Z2 10meters

Devialet Gemini 2 have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth.

OnePlus Buds Z2 have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the Devialet Gemini 2

Has Aac

Devialet Gemini 2 ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

Devialet Gemini 2 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.

Being the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Devialet Gemini 2 will work fine with your iPhone. 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 OnePlus Buds Z2 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.

Has Aptx Adaptive

Devialet Gemini 2 ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✗

The Devialet Gemini 2 support APTX Adaptive, an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that are developed by Qualcomm. It has a variable bit rate (between 279kbps and 420kbps).

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Number Of Microphones

Devialet Gemini 2 4only

OnePlus Buds Z2 6only

The Devialet Gemini 2 have 4 microphones.

While the OnePlus Buds Z2 microphones are 6, more than that of Devialet Gemini 2 by 2 . More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the device to filter out background sounds.

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Devialet Gemini 2 ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

Devialet Gemini 2 have a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are intended to filter out background sounds from the earbuds' sound.

The OnePlus Buds Z2 too have a noise-canceling microphone. Especially useful in noisy environments.

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Has Ambient Sound Mode

Devialet Gemini 2 ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✗

The Devialet Gemini 2 support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient noises so that they can still be heard even while wearing them

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Devialet Gemini 2 ✗

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when removed from your ears so that the music is paused.

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Devialet Gemini 2 ✗

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

If lost in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, the OnePlus Buds Z2 have a find earbuds feature.

Supports Fast Charging

Devialet Gemini 2 ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

Devialet Gemini 2 support fast charging. Commonly, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the time it takes to fully charge a device.

Also the OnePlus Buds Z2 support fast charging. It's very similar to regular charging, only that the battery fills up much faster. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in thirty minutes.

Multipoint Count

Devialet Gemini 2 2only

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✗

The Devialet Gemini 2 support multipoint of 2 connections, the multipoint feature allows you to link to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. Say, you can easily switch calls from one device to another without having to manually disconnect and reconnect.

Has A Mute Function

Devialet Gemini 2 ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

The Devialet Gemini 2 have a mute function, they support the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.

The OnePlus Buds Z2 too support the mute function. It means that you can turn off the earbuds' microphone, but still hear the other party talk.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Devialet Gemini 2 ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

With the Devialet Gemini 2, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the earbuds.

OnePlus Buds Z2 also have a control panel on them.

Has Voice Prompts

Devialet Gemini 2 ✗

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

The OnePlus Buds Z2 have voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, say if there is a problem with the connection.

Travel Bag Is Included

Devialet Gemini 2 ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

Devialet Gemini 2 come with a special pouch. Carrying earphones openly, or placing them in your bag without a cover can easily put them at risk of getting damaged.

OnePlus Buds Z2 also have a travel bag included, which is useful for safe transportation.

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Category	Features	Devialet Gemini 2	OnePlus Buds Z2
DESIGN	ingress protection (ip) rating	IPX4	IP55
	weight	12g	9g
	has no wires or cables	✓	✓
	sweat resistance	✓	✓
	has stereo speakers	✓	✓
SOUND QUALITY	has active noise cancellation (noise control)	✓	✓
	has passive noise reduction	✓	✓
	driver unit size	10mm	11mm
	lowest frequency	5Hz	20Hz
	highest frequency	20,000Hz	20,000Hz
	sound pressure level	120dB/mW	✗
POWER	battery life	5hours	7hours
	battery life of charging case	17hours	31hours
	charge time	1hours	1.5hours
	has wireless charging	✓	✗
	has a battery level indicator	✓	✓
CONNECTIVITY	has usb type-c	✓	✓
	bluetooth version	v5.2	v5.2
	maximum bluetooth range	10meters	10meters
	has aac	✓	✓
	has aptx adaptive	✓	✗
MICROPHONE	number of microphones	4only	6only
MICROPHONE	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	✓	✓
	has voice prompts	✗	✓
	travel bag is included	✓	✓
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