Overall Score 6.8 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
Overall Score 5.7 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
Category | Features | Devialet Gemini | Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro |
---|---|---|---|
DESIGN | ingress protection (ip) rating | IPX4 | IPX4 |
weight | 8g | 12.2g | |
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 | ✗ | |
highest frequency | 20000Hz | ✗ | |
sound pressure level | 94dB/mW | ✗ | |
POWER | battery life | 6hours | 7hours |
battery life of charging case | 18hours | 21hours | |
charge time | 1.5hours | 0.52hours | |
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 |
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 level of protection offered by an enclosure, against solids and water. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value of the IP rating means protection against solids say dust, followed by the one that refers to protection against liquids (sweat).
Scoring IPX4, the Devialet Gemini's rating is read as, the first value 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.
In comparison to the Devialet Gemini, Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro 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
Devialet Gemini have a weight of 8g . We prefer a lower weight best because lighter devices are easier to transport.
The Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro, at 12.2g
weigh more than the Devialet Gemini with a difference of 4.2g
True wireless devices have no cables linking any part of the device together, Devialet Gemini are true wireless for this matter since they don't have wires. This is a key distinction as some wireless earbuds have cables connecting the two earbuds .
Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro also is true wireless because it doesn't have cables linking the pair of earbuds .
Devialet Gemini are resistant to sweat
Devialet Gemini have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience.
Both Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro and Devialet Gemini have stereo speakers
ANC uses advanced technology to reduce ambient sounds. How it works, it listens to the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and then generates a mirror signal to cancel it out. Simply put, it's like taking +1 (sound from your surrounding) then adding -1 (inverted noise) giving zero thus "diluting" the noise.
The Devialet Gemini have ANC enabling you to listen at lower levels of volume, causing less ear fatigue since you don't need to crank up the device volume to outcompete background noise.
The Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro too have ANC making both devices ideal for flights and rush hour commutes. Each operate with different noise cancellation types, pick the setting that you prefer for commute or that enhances your relaxation time.
Devialet Gemini stay tightly in place, this creates a sound covering that reduces your environment sounds and also prevents the device music from leaking out at the same.
Both of these devices have passive noise reduction this means that both tone down ambient noise instead of actively using technology to cancel it out.
The Devialet Gemini have a unit size of 10mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, therefor producing better bass.
A driver unit is basically a mini speaker that produces sound in the earbuds, its size corellates with the sound produced by the earbuds.
Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro driver unit is 11mm in diameter,
making them have a larger driver unit than that of Devialet Gemini by 1mm
, as many tend to believe that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.
However, large drivers find it difficult to produce high frequencies so it's true that, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not mean that they deliver better quality sound.
Devialet Gemini's lowest frequency is at 5Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well a particular audio device generates low recognizable frequencies and if it alters the signal on its way through.
The Devialet Gemini's highest frequency is at 20000Hz, high-frequency response tells how well an audio component makes high human frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal while at it.
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.
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.
Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro's battery life is
more than that of Devialet Gemini by 1 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.
This is given by the manufacturer, and the 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.
Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro's charging case has a battery life of 21 hours,
more than that of Devialet Gemini by 3 hours
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 for the first time.
Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro takes 0.52 hours to fully charge the battery,
less than that of Devialet Gemini by 0.98 hours
Devialet Gemini's battery capacity is 55mAh, battery power, represents the amount of electrical energy that a battery can store.
The Devialet Gemini, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the device, you simply place down on a supported charging pad.
Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro also support wireless charging, take note of the charging standard of the earbuds.
The 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 status of your device and charging case.
Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators enable you to determine the charging state of your device, if charged fully, or the battery is running low.
The Devialet Gemini support USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable.
Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro too use 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 enables data transfers between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.
Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro has a Bluetooth version of 5.2,
newer than that of Devialet Gemini
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
Devialet Gemini have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth.
Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro have a maximum range of 10meters,
equal to that of the Devialet Gemini
Devialet Gemini 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 Devialet Gemini will work fine with your iPad. If you are planning on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well.
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).
Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro support APTX Adaptive as well which implies that both can adjust the bit rate for different scenarios, such as reducing interference from other devices.
Devialet Gemini have 2 microphones.
Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro microphones are 6,
more than that of Devialet Gemini by 4
. More microphones record better sound quality and enable the device to filter out background sounds.
Devialet Gemini use a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are made to reduce background sounds from the desired sound.
The Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro too have a noise-canceling microphone. This is useful in noisy environments.
Devialet Gemini support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient noises to still be heard even when wearing the earbuds
The Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro 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 would still want to hear traffic.
Devialet Gemini have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when they are removed from your ears .
The Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro too support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears improving your listening experience.
If misplaced in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, the Devialet Gemini have a find earbuds feature.
Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro also have the find earbuds feature. You can use the earbuds app on your phone to play a sound from your earbuds to locate them.
The Devialet Gemini support fast charging. Most often, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the time it takes to charge the earbuds.
Also the Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro support fast charging. This kind is similar to regular charging, just that the battery fills up much faster. Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in thirty minutes.
Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro support multipoint of 2 connections, the multipoint feature allows you connect to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. Say, you can seemlessly switch calls from one device to another without manually disconnect and reconnect.
Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro have a mute function, they have 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 device.
The Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro 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.
Devialet Gemini have voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information via audio messages, like if there is an issue with the connection.
The Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro too have voice prompts .i.e the device notifies you when the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge the device.
Devialet Gemini come with a special case. Carrying earphones without a case, or placing them inside your bag without a cover can easily damage them.
Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro too have a case included, which offers safe transportation.