A breakdown of the review per specifications

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Devialet Gemini IPX4

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus IPX2

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

Having a value of IPX4, the Devialet Gemini'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 low pressure spray similar to that of a shower head when tilted at 180° for 10 minutes.

Compared to the Devialet Gemini, Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have a rating of IPX2 meaning that we are not yet certain of their rating with solids (dust) and that of liquids is that, Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus has a lower liquid rating than Devialet Gemini

Weight

Devialet Gemini 8g

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus 12.6g

Devialet Gemini have a weight of 8g . We consider a lower weight best because lighter devices are more comfortable to carry.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus, at 12.6g weigh more than the Devialet Gemini with a difference of 4.6g

Has No Wires Or Cables

Devialet Gemini ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

For a device to be true wireless it should have no wires linking any part of the device together, Devialet Gemini are true wireless for this case since they don't have wires. This is a key distinction as some wireless earbuds have cables linking the pair of earbuds together.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus also is true wireless since it has no cables linking the two earbuds together.

Wingtips Included

Devialet Gemini ✗

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus come with wingtips, these are commonly used for workout earbuds and are usually an optional add-on to the separate silicone ear tip for a more secure fit.

Sweat Resistance

Devialet Gemini ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

Devialet Gemini have sweat resistance

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use during long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc

Has Stereo Speakers

Devialet Gemini ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

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.

Both Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus and Devialet Gemini have stereo speakers

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Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Devialet Gemini ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✗

ANC uses advanced technology to reduce unwanted ambient sounds. ANC works when, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern of incoming noise and generates a mirror signal to counter it. In simple terms, it's like having +1 (noise) and adding -1 (inverted noise) giving zero which results in a reduced level of noise.

The Devialet Gemini have Active Noise Cancellation allowing you to listen at lower volume levels, causing less ear fatigue since you don't need to crank up the earbuds volume to overcome background noise.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Devialet Gemini ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

The Devialet Gemini stay well in place, this creates an acoustic seal that tones down your environment noise and also prevents the device voice audio from leaking out .

Both of these devices have passive noise reduction this implies that both reduce ambient noise instead of actively using ANC to cancel it out.

Driver Unit Size

Devialet Gemini 10mm

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✗

Devialet Gemini driver unit is 10mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, therefor producing better bass. The driver unit is basically a mini speaker that produces sound in the device, its size corellates with the sound made by the earbuds.

Lowest Frequency

Devialet Gemini 5Hz

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus 20Hz

Devialet Gemini's lowest frequency is at 5Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well an audio device produces low frequencies that can be heard, and if it alters the signal while at it.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that Devialet Gemini can produce a juicier bass than the Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus

Highest Frequency

Devialet Gemini 20000Hz

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus 20000Hz

Devialet Gemini's highest frequency is at 20000Hz, high-frequency response indicates how well an audio device makes high audible frequencies and if it changes to the signal while at it.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus's highest frequency is at 20000Hz, this means that both devices can generate equal treble

Sound Pressure Level

Devialet Gemini 94dB/mW

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✗

SPL, is the pressure level of sound, 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

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus 11hours

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 given by the manufacturer, and with more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus's battery life is more than that of Devialet Gemini by 5 hours . Each time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less playing time. The effect is barely noticeable at first, but over a few years, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time.

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Devialet Gemini 18hours

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus 22hours

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 more battery hours allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go multiple times before recharging the case itself.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus's charging case has a battery life of 22 hours, more than that of Devialet Gemini by 4 hours

Charge Time

Devialet Gemini 1.5hours

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus 1hours

It takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the Devialet Gemini's battery. It is recommended to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds when they have been in storage for long periods.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus takes 1 hours to fully charge the battery, less than that of Devialet Gemini by 0.5 hours

Battery Power

Devialet Gemini 55mAh

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus 85mAh

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

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus's battery power is 85mAh. more than that of Devialet Gemini by 30mAh

Has Wireless Charging

Devialet Gemini ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

Devialet Gemini, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you simply place down on a supported charging pad.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus also support wireless charging, take note of the charging standard of a device.

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Devialet Gemini ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

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

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators allow you 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 ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

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

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus too use USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current laptops, phones, and tablets.

Bluetooth Version

Devialet Gemini v5

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus v5

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

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus has a Bluetooth version of 5, equal to that of the Devialet Gemini . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Devialet Gemini 10meters

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus 10meters

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

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the Devialet Gemini

Has Aac

Devialet Gemini ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

Devialet Gemini support AAC, a codec used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Since it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it can provide 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 MacBook. If you are planning on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well.

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus 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 ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✗

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).

Audio Latency

Devialet Gemini ✗

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus 134ms

Latency refers to the time it takes for the audio signal to be transmitted to your earbuds. Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have a latency of 134ms, a lower latency reduces audio lag and is particularly important when playing games or watching videos.

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Number Of Microphones

Devialet Gemini 2only

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus 6only

The Devialet Gemini have 2 microphones.

While the Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus 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 ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✗

Devialet Gemini use a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are made to reduce noise from the earbuds' sound.

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Has Ambient Sound Mode

Devialet Gemini ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

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

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus support ambient sound mode as well, helpful when you want to listen to music while being aware of what’s happening around you, say you’re having a jog but would still want to hear traffic.

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Devialet Gemini ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

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

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus 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 ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

When misplaced in a room, or can't be found in your bag, Devialet Gemini support the find earbuds feature.

The Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus also have the find earbuds feature. You can use the earbuds app on your smartphone to play an alarm from your earbuds to locate them.

Supports Fast Charging

Devialet Gemini ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

Devialet Gemini support fast charging. Most often, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the time it takes to charge a device.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus support fast charging. This kind is similar to regular charging, only that the battery is filling up much faster. Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in 30 minutes.

Has A Mute Function

Devialet Gemini ✗

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have a mute function, they support the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Devialet Gemini ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

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

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus also have a control panel on them.

Warranty Period

Devialet Gemini 2Years

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus 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 following instruction manuals.

If covered under the manufacturer’s warranty it is possible to get a replacement in the case of a malfunction. Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus have a warranty period of 1Years, less than that of Devialet Gemini by 1 Years .

Has Voice Prompts

Devialet Gemini ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

Devialet Gemini have voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information via audio messages, say if there is a problem with the connection.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus also support voice prompts meaning the device notifies you when the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge the device.

Travel Bag Is Included

Devialet Gemini ✓

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus ✓

The Devialet Gemini come with a special pouch. Carrying earbuds without a case, or placing them inside your pockets without a casing may easily put them at risk of getting damaged.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus also have a travel bag included, which is useful for safe transportation.

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Category	Features	Devialet Gemini	Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus
DESIGN	ingress protection (ip) rating	IPX4	IPX2
	weight	8g	12.6g
	has no wires or cables	✓	✓
	wingtips included	✗	✓
	sweat resistance	✓	✓
	has stereo speakers	✓	✓
SOUND QUALITY	has active noise cancellation (noise control)	✓	✗
	has passive noise reduction	✓	✓
	driver unit size	10mm	✗
	lowest frequency	5Hz	20Hz
	highest frequency	20000Hz	20000Hz
	sound pressure level	94dB/mW	✗
POWER	battery life	6hours	11hours
	battery life of charging case	18hours	22hours
	charge time	1.5hours	1hours
	battery power	55mAh	85mAh
	has wireless charging	✓	✓
	has a battery level indicator	✓	✓
CONNECTIVITY	has usb type-c	✓	✓
	bluetooth version	v5	v5
	maximum bluetooth range	10meters	10meters
	has aac	✓	✓
	has aptx adaptive	✓	✗
	audio latency	✗	134ms
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	✓	✓
	has a mute function	✗	✓
	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

Wingtips Included

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

Audio Latency

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

Has A Mute Function

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Warranty Period

Has Voice Prompts

Travel Bag Is Included

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