Overall Score 6.8 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
Overall Score 6.8 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
Category | Features | Devialet Gemini | LG Tone Free Fit TF8 |
---|---|---|---|
DESIGN | ingress protection (ip) rating | IPX4 | IP67 |
weight | 8g | 5.7g | |
has no wires or cables | ✓ | ✓ | |
wingtips included | ✗ | ✓ | |
sweat resistance | ✓ | ✓ | |
is dust proof and water-resistant | ✗ | ✓ | |
has stereo speakers | ✓ | ✓ | |
SOUND QUALITY | has active noise cancellation (noise control) | ✓ | ✓ |
has passive noise reduction | ✓ | ✓ | |
driver unit size | 10mm | 6mm | |
lowest frequency | 5Hz | 20Hz | |
highest frequency | 20000Hz | 20000Hz | |
sound pressure level | 94dB/mW | ✗ | |
POWER | battery life | 6hours | 10hours |
battery life of charging case | 18hours | 20hours | |
charge time | 1.5hours | 1hours | |
battery power | 55mAh | 68mAh | |
has wireless charging | ✓ | ✓ | |
has a battery level indicator | ✓ | ✓ | |
CONNECTIVITY | has usb type-c | ✓ | ✓ |
bluetooth version | v5 | v5.3 | |
maximum bluetooth range | 10meters | 10meters | |
has aac | ✓ | ✓ | |
has aptx adaptive | ✓ | ✗ | |
MICROPHONE | number of microphones | 2only | 6only |
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 | ✓ | ✓ | |
warranty period | 2Years | ✗ | |
has voice prompts | ✓ | ✓ | |
travel bag is included | ✓ | ✓ | |
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IP ratings is the rank 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 represents protection against solids such as dust, followed by the one that refers to protection against liquids (sweat).
Having a value of IPX4, the Devialet Gemini's rating for solids indicates 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, LG Tone Free Fit TF8 have a rating of IP67 meaning that
they are completely dust proof
and that of liquids is that,
LG Tone Free Fit TF8 has a higher liquid rating than Devialet Gemini
The Devialet Gemini have a weight of 8g . We prefer a lower weight better because lighter devices are more comfortable to carry.
The LG Tone Free Fit TF8, at 5.7g
are lighter than the Devialet Gemini with a difference -2.3g
True wireless devices have no wires linking any part of the device together, Devialet Gemini are true wireless for this matter since they don't have cables. This is a key distinction since wireless earbuds have cables connecting the pair of earbuds together.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8 also is true wireless since it doesn't have cables connecting the two earbuds together.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8 have wingtips, these are reserved for earbuds for workouts and are usually an optional add-on to the separate silicone ear tip for a more secure fit.
Devialet Gemini have sweat resistance
LG Tone Free Fit TF8's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use during long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc
LG Tone Free Fit TF8 are both dustproof and water-resistant.
Devialet Gemini 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 LG Tone Free Fit TF8 and Devialet Gemini have stereo speakers
ANC makes use of advanced technology to actively counter noise. How it works, it listens to the sound pattern of incoming noise and inverts the soundwaves to counter it. In simple terms, it's like taking +1 (noise) and producing -1 (counter sound by the device) giving zero resulting in a reduced level of noise.
Devialet Gemini have Active Noise Cancellation enabling you to listen at lower volume levels, causing less ear fatigue since you don't need to crank up the device volume to overcome background noise.
The LG Tone Free Fit TF8 too have ANC making both earbuds ideal for plane rides and rush hour travels. The Devialet Gemini and LG Tone Free Fit TF8 work with different noise cancellation settings, pick the mode that suits your commute or that enhances your relaxation time.
Devialet Gemini stay well in place, creating an acoustic seal that tones down your environment noise and also prevents the earbuds sound from leaking out .
Both of these devices have passive noise reduction this implies that both reduce ambient noise without using ANC to cancel it out.
Devialet Gemini driver unit is 10mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, and can produce better bass.
The driver unit is the component that makes sound in the earbuds, the unit size corellates with the loudness of the device.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8 driver unit is 6mm in diameter,
which means that they have a smaller driver unit than that of Devialet Gemini by 4mm
, 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 mean that they deliver better quality sound.
The Devialet Gemini's lowest frequency is at 5Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well an audio device produces low recognizable frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that
Devialet Gemini can make sound with a juicier bass than the LG Tone Free Fit TF8
Devialet Gemini's highest frequency is at 20000Hz, high-frequency response indicates how well a particular audio component generates high human frequencies and if it makes any adjustments to the signal while at it.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8's highest frequency is at 20000Hz, this means that
both devices generate equal treble
SPL, is the level of pressure of sound, measured in decibels, dB, Devialet Gemini's measurement is 94dB/mW. Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source.
The Devialet Gemini's battery life is 6 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 longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8's battery life is
more than that of Devialet Gemini by 4 hours
. Each time you recharge your device, they get a little less listening time. The effect is barely noticeable at first, but over a few years, your wireless earbuds will no longer play for long like they used to.
This is given by the vendor, and the Devialet Gemini's case is said to have a charge of 18 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go many times before having to recharge the case itself.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8's charging case has a battery life of 20 hours,
more than that of Devialet Gemini by 2 hours
It takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the Devialet Gemini's battery. It is highly adivsable to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds for the first time.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8 takes 1 hours to fully charge the battery,
less than that of Devialet Gemini by 0.5 hours
Devialet Gemini's battery power is 55mAh, battery capacity, shows the amount of electrical energy that a battery can keep.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8's battery power is 68mAh.
more than that of Devialet Gemini by 13mAh
Devialet Gemini, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you simply place down on a compatible charging pad.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8 also support wireless charging, take note of the charging standard of the earbuds.
Devialet Gemini 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 earbuds and case.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8 too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators enable you to tell the charging state of your earbuds, whether fully charged, or the battery is running low.
Devialet Gemini use USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8 too support USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug comes along with most current laptops, phones, and tablets.
The Devialet Gemini have Bluetooth version of 5, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data movement between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8 has a Bluetooth version of 5.3,
newer than that of Devialet Gemini
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
Devialet Gemini have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8 have a maximum range of 10meters,
equal to that of the Devialet Gemini
Devialet Gemini support AAC, a codec that is used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Because it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it provides 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 will work fine with your MacBook. If you intend on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well.
The LG Tone Free Fit TF8 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.
Devialet Gemini support APTX Adaptive, an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that are developed by Qualcomm. It has a variable bit rate (between 279kbps and 420kbps).
The Devialet Gemini have 2 microphones.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8 microphones are 6,
more than that of Devialet Gemini by 4
. More microphones result in better sound quality and help the earbuds to filter out noise.
The Devialet Gemini have a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are designed to filter out noise from the earbuds' sound.
The LG Tone Free Fit TF8 too have a noise-canceling microphone. Especially useful in noisy areas.
The Devialet Gemini support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient noises so that they can still be heard even while wearing the earbuds
The LG Tone Free Fit TF8 support ambient sound mode as well, helpful when you want to listen to music while being aware of what’s happening around you, for example when you’re having a jog but would still want to be able to hear traffic.
The Devialet Gemini support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when they are removed from your ears .
LG Tone Free Fit TF8 support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears improving your listening experience.
When misplaced in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, the Devialet Gemini have a find earbuds feature.
Devialet Gemini support fast charging. Commonly, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to fully charge the earbuds.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8 support fast charging. This kind is similar to regular charging, just that the battery fills up much faster. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in just thirty minutes.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8 have a 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 manually disconnect and reconnect.
The LG Tone Free Fit TF8 have a mute function, they support the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.
With the Devialet Gemini, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the earbuds.
The LG Tone Free Fit TF8 also have a control panel on them.
Devialet Gemini have a warranty period of 2 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 Devialet Gemini support voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information via audio messages, say if there is a problem with the connection.
The LG Tone Free Fit TF8 too support voice prompts meaning the device will notify you if the battery is low, and it's time to recharge the device.
The Devialet Gemini come with their own special pouch. Carrying earbuds openly, or putting them inside your pockets without a cover may easily put them at risk of getting damaged.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8 too have a travel bag included, which is useful for safe transportation.