A breakdown of the review per specifications

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Devialet Gemini ipX4

Nothing Ear 1 ipX4

IP ratings is the rank of protection offered by an enclosure, against dust and water. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value of the IP rating means protection against solids such as dust, while the second refers to resistance against liquids (sweat).

Scoring IPX4, the Devialet Gemini's rating for solids indicates that no data available to specify a protection rating, and the second number 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, Nothing Ear 1 have a rating of IPX4 meaning that we are not yet certain of their rating with solids (dust) and that of liquids is that, they both have the same rating against liquids

Weight

Devialet Gemini 8g

Nothing Ear 1 9.4g

Devialet Gemini have a weight of 8g . We consider a lower weight best because lighter devices are easier to move with.

The Nothing Ear 1, at 9.4g weigh more than the Devialet Gemini with a difference of 1.4g

Has No Wires Or Cables

Devialet Gemini ✓

Nothing Ear 1 ✓

For a device to be true wireless it should have no wires connecting any part of the device together, Devialet Gemini are true wireless for this case since they don't have cables. This is a major difference since wireless earbuds have cables linking the 2 earbuds .

Nothing Ear 1 also is true wireless because it doesn't have cables connecting the two earbuds together.

Sweat Resistance

Devialet Gemini ✓

Nothing Ear 1 ✓

Devialet Gemini have sweat resistance

Nothing Ear 1's resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal for use during long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc

Has Stereo Speakers

Devialet Gemini ✓

Nothing Ear 1 ✓

Devialet Gemini have stereo speakers, what this means is that Devialet Gemini's speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience.

The Nothing Ear 1 also have stereo speakers

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Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Devialet Gemini ✓

Nothing Ear 1 ✓

Active noise cancellation makes use of more advanced technology to reduce ambient sounds. ANC works when, it listens to the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and generates a mirror signal to counter it. Simply put, it's like taking +1 (noise) and producing -1 (counter sound by the device) to make 0 therefore "diluting" the noise.

Devialet Gemini have Active Noise Cancellation enabling you to listen at lower volume levels, good for your ears since you don't need to crank up the device volume to outcompete background noise.

The Nothing Ear 1 too have Active Noise Cancellation which makes either of the devices ideal for flights and morning commutes. Each operate with different noise cancellation types, pick the setting that you prefer for commute or that suites your relaxation time.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Devialet Gemini ✓

Nothing Ear 1 ✓

Devialet Gemini sit well in place, this creates a sound covering that tones down your environment noise while preventing the device voice audio from leaking out .

Both Nothing Ear 1, and Devialet Gemini have passive noise reduction which implies that they limit ambient noise without using technology to cancel it out.

Driver Unit Size

Devialet Gemini 10mm

Nothing Ear 1 11.6mm

The Devialet Gemini have a unit size of 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 dictates the sound made by the earbuds.

Nothing Ear 1 driver unit is 11.6mm in diameter, making them have a larger driver unit than that of Devialet Gemini by 1.6mm , 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.

Lowest Frequency

Devialet Gemini 5hz

Nothing Ear 1 20hz

The Devialet Gemini's lowest frequency is at 5Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well a particular audio device generates low frequencies that can be heard, and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it.

Nothing Ear 1's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that Devialet Gemini can make sound with a juicier bass than the Nothing Ear 1

Highest Frequency

Devialet Gemini 20,000hz

Nothing Ear 1 20,000hz

The Devialet Gemini's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response tells how well an audio component produces high recognizable frequencies and if it changes to the signal while at it.

Nothing Ear 1's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that both devices generate equal treble

Sound Pressure Level

Devialet Gemini 94db/mw

Nothing Ear 1 ✗

SPL, is the pressure level 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.

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Battery Life

Devialet Gemini 6hours

Nothing Ear 1 5hours

The Devialet Gemini's battery life is 6 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 longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings.

Nothing Ear 1's battery life is less than that of Devialet Gemini by 1 hours . Each time you recharge your device, they get a little less listening time. The effect is not noticeable at first, but over a few years, your wireless earbuds will no longer play for long like they used to.

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Devialet Gemini 18hours

Nothing Ear 1 29hours

The battery life of the charging case is given by the vendor, and Devialet Gemini's case has a charge of 18 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.

Nothing Ear 1's charging case has a battery life of 29 hours, more than that of Devialet Gemini by 11 hours

Charge Time

Devialet Gemini 1.5hours

Nothing Ear 1 1.5hours

It requires 1.5 hours to fully charge the Devialet Gemini's battery. It is highly adivsable to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds when they have been unused for long periods.

Nothing Ear 1 takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the battery, equal to that of the Devialet Gemini

Battery Power

Devialet Gemini 55mah

Nothing Ear 1 ✗

Devialet Gemini's battery capacity is 55mAh, battery power, shows the amount of electrical energy that a battery can store.

Has Wireless Charging

Devialet Gemini ✓

Nothing Ear 1 ✓

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

Nothing Ear 1 also support wireless charging, always look out for the charging standard of a device.

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Devialet Gemini ✓

Nothing Ear 1 ✓

Devialet Gemini have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the device has a low battery. The battery indicator lights display the charging state of your earbuds and charging case.

Nothing Ear 1 too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators enable you to tell the charging state of your device, whether fully charged, or having a low battery.

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Has Usb Type-C

Devialet Gemini ✓

Nothing Ear 1 ✓

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

Nothing Ear 1 too have USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current laptops, phones, and tablets.

Bluetooth Version

Devialet Gemini v5

Nothing Ear 1 v5.2

Devialet Gemini have Bluetooth version of 5, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data transfers between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.

Nothing Ear 1 has a Bluetooth version of 5.2, newer than that of Devialet Gemini . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Devialet Gemini 10meters

Nothing Ear 1 10meters

The Devialet Gemini have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth.

Nothing Ear 1 have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the Devialet Gemini

Has Aac

Devialet Gemini ✓

Nothing Ear 1 ✗

Devialet Gemini support AAC, a codec used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Since it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it provides better results than other codecs at a similar bit rate.

Since its the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Devialet Gemini 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.

Has Aptx Adaptive

Devialet Gemini ✓

Nothing Ear 1 ✗

The 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).

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Number Of Microphones

Devialet Gemini 2only

Nothing Ear 1 6only

Devialet Gemini have 2 microphones.

Nothing Ear 1 microphones are 6, more than that of Devialet Gemini by 4 . More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the earbuds to filter out noise.

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Devialet Gemini ✓

Nothing Ear 1 ✓

Devialet Gemini use a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are made to filter out background sounds from the desired sound.

The Nothing Ear 1 too use a noise-canceling microphone. This is useful in noisy environments.

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Has Ambient Sound Mode

Devialet Gemini ✓

Nothing Ear 1 ✓

The Devialet Gemini support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient sound so that they can still be heard even while wearing the earbuds

The Nothing Ear 1 support ambient sound mode as well, helpful when you want to listen to music but also be aware of your surrounding, say you’re having a jog but still want to hear traffic.

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Devialet Gemini ✓

Nothing Ear 1 ✓

Devialet Gemini have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when they are removed from your ears so that the music is paused.

The Nothing Ear 1 too support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears improving your listening experience.

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Devialet Gemini ✓

Nothing Ear 1 ✓

When lost in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, Devialet Gemini have a find earbuds feature.

The Nothing Ear 1 too have the find earbuds feature. You can use the device app on your phone to play an alarm from your device to find them.

Supports Fast Charging

Devialet Gemini ✓

Nothing Ear 1 ✓

The Devialet Gemini support fast charging. Most often, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to charge the earbuds.

Also the Nothing Ear 1 too support fast charging. This kind is similar to regular charging, only that the battery is filling up much faster. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in 30 minutes.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Devialet Gemini ✓

Nothing Ear 1 ✓

The Devialet Gemini, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the device.

Nothing Ear 1 also have a control panel on them.

Warranty Period

Devialet Gemini 2years

Nothing Ear 1 1years

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.

When covered under the manufacturer’s warranty it is possible to get a replacement in the case of a malfunction. Nothing Ear 1 have a warranty period of 1Years, less than that of Devialet Gemini by 1 Years .

Has Voice Prompts

Devialet Gemini ✓

Nothing Ear 1 ✓

The Devialet Gemini have voice prompts. Automatically receive information through audio messages, like if there is a problem with the connection.

Nothing Ear 1 also support voice prompts .i.e the device notifies you if the battery is running low, and you need to recharge the earbuds.

Travel Bag Is Included

Devialet Gemini ✓

Nothing Ear 1 ✓

The Devialet Gemini come with a special case. Carrying earphones without a case, or putting them in your bag without a casing may easily damage them.

Nothing Ear 1 too have a case included, which is useful for safe transportation.

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Category	Features	Devialet Gemini	Nothing Ear 1
DESIGN	ingress protection (ip) rating	ipX4	ipX4
	weight	8g	9.4g
	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	11.6mm
	lowest frequency	5hz	20hz
	highest frequency	20,000hz	20,000hz
	sound pressure level	94db/mw	✗
POWER	battery life	6hours	5hours
	battery life of charging case	18hours	29hours
	charge time	1.5hours	1.5hours
	battery power	55mah	✗
	has wireless charging	✓	✓
	has a battery level indicator	✓	✓
CONNECTIVITY	has usb type-c	✓	✓
	bluetooth version	v5	v5.2
	maximum bluetooth range	10meters	10meters
	has aac	✓	✗
	has aptx adaptive	✓	✗
MICROPHONE	number of microphones	2only	6only
MICROPHONE	has a noise-canceling microphone	✓	✓
EXTRAS	has ambient sound mode	✓	✓
	has in/on-ear detection	✓	✓
	has find earbuds feature	✓	✓
	supports fast charging	✓	✓
	control panel placed on a device	✓	✓
	warranty period	2years	1years
	has voice prompts	✓	✓
	travel bag is included	✓	✓
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A summary of the review by feature comparison

A breakdown of the review per specifications

Design

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Weight

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

Lowest Frequency

Highest Frequency

Sound Pressure Level

Power

Battery Life

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Charge Time

Battery Power

Has Wireless Charging

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Connectivity

Has Usb Type-C

Bluetooth Version

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Has Aac

Has Aptx Adaptive

Microphone

Number Of Microphones

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Extras

Has Ambient Sound Mode

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Supports Fast Charging

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Warranty Period

Has Voice Prompts

Travel Bag Is Included

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