A breakdown of the review per specifications

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II IPX4

Huawei FreeBuds 5 IP54

Ingress protection ratings is the rating of protection offered by a casing, against solids and liquids. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value of the IP rating refers to protection against solids say dust, followed by the one that refers to protection against liquids (sweat).

Scoring IP54, the Huawei FreeBuds 5's rating for solids indicates 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 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 Huawei FreeBuds 5, Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II have a rating of IPX4 meaning that no data available to specify a protection rating and that of liquids is that, they both have the same rating against liquids

Weight

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II 12.5g

Huawei FreeBuds 5 10.8g

The Huawei FreeBuds 5 have a weight of 10.8g . We take in account a lower weight better because lighter devices are more comfortable to carry.

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II, at 12.5g are heavier than the Huawei FreeBuds 5 by of 1.7g

Has No Wires Or Cables

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✓

Huawei FreeBuds 5 ✓

True wireless devices have no wires connecting any part of the device together, Huawei FreeBuds 5 are true wireless for this case since they don't have cables. This is an important difference since wireless earbuds have wires linking the pair of earbuds together.

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II also is true wireless because it doesn't have cables connecting the pair of earbuds together.

Wingtips Included

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✓

Huawei FreeBuds 5 ✗

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II have wingtips, these are commonly used for earbuds for workouts and are usually an optional add-on to the separate silicone ear tip for a more secure fit.

Sweat Resistance

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✓

Huawei FreeBuds 5 ✓

Huawei FreeBuds 5 have sweat resistance

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II's resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc

Has Stereo Speakers

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✓

Huawei FreeBuds 5 ✓

Huawei FreeBuds 5 have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience.

Both Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II and Huawei FreeBuds 5 have stereo speakers

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Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✓

Huawei FreeBuds 5 ✓

Active noise cancellation uses advanced technology to actively cancel noise. ANC works when, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and after inverts the soundwaves to counter it. Simply put, it's like taking +1 (sound from your surrounding) then adding -1 (inverted noise) to make zero resulting in a reduced level of noise.

The Huawei FreeBuds 5 have ANC allowing you to listen at lower levels of volume, causing less ear fatigue as you don't have to crank up the earbuds volume to outcompete background noise.

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II too have ANC which makes both earbuds ideal for flights and rush hour travels. The Huawei FreeBuds 5 and Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II operate with different noise cancellation settings, pick the setting that you prefer for travel or that suites your relaxation time.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✓

Huawei FreeBuds 5 ✗

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II sit well in place, this creates an acoustic covering that tones down your environment noise while preventing the earbuds voice audio from leaking out at the same.

Driver Unit Size

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II 9.3mm

Huawei FreeBuds 5 11mm

Huawei FreeBuds 5 have a unit size of 11mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, therefor producing better bass. The driver unit is basically a mini speaker that makes sound in the device, the unit size dictates the loudness of the device.

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II driver unit is 9.3mm in diameter, which means that they have a smaller driver unit than that of Huawei FreeBuds 5 by 1.7mm , 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 are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not mean that they deliver better quality sound.

Lowest Frequency

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II 20Hz

Huawei FreeBuds 5 16Hz

The Huawei FreeBuds 5's lowest frequency is at 16Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well an audio component generates low frequencies that can be heard, and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through.

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that Huawei FreeBuds 5 produce a juicier bass than the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II

Highest Frequency

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II 20000Hz

Huawei FreeBuds 5 40000Hz

The Huawei FreeBuds 5's highest frequency is at 40000Hz, high-frequency response tells how well a particular audio device makes high human frequencies and if it changes to the signal while at it.

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II's highest frequency is at 20000Hz, this means that Huawei FreeBuds 5 generate a clearer and crispier treble than the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II

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Battery Life

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II 6hours

Huawei FreeBuds 5 5hours

Huawei FreeBuds 5's battery life is 5 hours, these last less than 5 hours of listening which is considered average for a single charge. A device's battery life is usually given by the manufacturer, and with more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and have to charge the device less often.

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II's battery life is more than that of Huawei FreeBuds 5 by 1 hours . Each time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less listening time. The effect is not noticeable at first, but over a few years, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time.

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II 18hours

Huawei FreeBuds 5 25hours

This is given by the vendor, and the Huawei FreeBuds 5's case has a full charge of 25 hours. A charging case with more battery hours allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go many times before recharging the case itself.

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II's charging case has a battery life of 18 hours, less than that of Huawei FreeBuds 5 by 7 hours

Charge Time

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II 2hours

Huawei FreeBuds 5 ✗

It takes 2 hours to fully charge the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II's battery. It is recommended to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds for the first time.

Battery Power

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✗

Huawei FreeBuds 5 42mAh

Huawei FreeBuds 5's battery power is 42mAh, battery capacity, represents the amount of electrical energy that a battery can store.

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✓

Huawei FreeBuds 5 ✓

Huawei FreeBuds 5 have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the earbuds has a low battery. The battery indicator lights display the charging state of your earbuds and charging case.

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II too have a battery level indicator, these allow you to tell the charging state of your device, if charged fully, or having a low battery.

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Has Usb Type-C

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✓

Huawei FreeBuds 5 ✓

The Huawei FreeBuds 5 support USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable.

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II too have USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current electronics.

Bluetooth Version

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II v5.3

Huawei FreeBuds 5 v5.2

The Huawei FreeBuds 5 have Bluetooth version of 5.2, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data transfers between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II has a Bluetooth version of 5.3, newer than that of Huawei FreeBuds 5 . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II 10meters

Huawei FreeBuds 5 10meters

Huawei FreeBuds 5 have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth.

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the Huawei FreeBuds 5

Has Aac

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✓

Huawei FreeBuds 5 ✗

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II support AAC, a codec that is 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 the same bit rate.

Since its the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II will work fine with your iPad. If you intend 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.

Has Ldac

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✗

Huawei FreeBuds 5 ✓

The Huawei FreeBuds 5 support LDAC, a codec developed by Sony which allows streaming high-resolution audio over Bluetooth connections at up to 990 kbps at 32 bit/96 kHz. It is capable of a very high bitrate of 990kbps, which provides high-resolution audio.

Has Aptx Adaptive

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✓

Huawei FreeBuds 5 ✗

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II 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

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II 8only

Huawei FreeBuds 5 6only

The Huawei FreeBuds 5 have 6 microphones.

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II microphones are 8, more than that of Huawei FreeBuds 5 by 2 . More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the device to filter out noise.

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✓

Huawei FreeBuds 5 ✓

The Huawei FreeBuds 5 have a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are designed to filter out background sounds from the earbuds' sound.

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II too have a noise-canceling type of microphone. This is useful in noisy environments.

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Has Ambient Sound Mode

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✓

Huawei FreeBuds 5 ✓

Huawei FreeBuds 5 support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient sound so that they can still be heard even while wearing them

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II support ambient sound mode as well, it’s useful when you want to listen to music while being aware of what’s happening around you, for example when you’re having a run but would still want to hear traffic.

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✓

Huawei FreeBuds 5 ✓

Huawei FreeBuds 5 support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when removed from your ears so that the music is paused.

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II too support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears saving battery life.

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✓

Huawei FreeBuds 5 ✓

If lost in a room, or can't be found in your bag, the Huawei FreeBuds 5 have a find earbuds feature.

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II too have the find earbuds feature. You can use the earbuds app on your phone to play an alarm from your earbuds to help you find them.

Supports Fast Charging

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✓

Huawei FreeBuds 5 ✓

Huawei FreeBuds 5 support fast charging. Most often, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the time it takes to fully charge a device.

Also the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II support fast charging. It's very 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 just thirty minutes.

Multipoint Count

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II 2only

Huawei FreeBuds 5 2only

The Huawei FreeBuds 5 have a multipoint of 2 connections, this feature allows you to link to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. Say, you can switch calls from one device to another without manually disconnect and reconnect.

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II have a multipoint count of 2, equal to that of the Huawei FreeBuds 5 . Bluetooth multipoint is useful because you can be on one call and not miss notifications from another device.

Has A Mute Function

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✓

Huawei FreeBuds 5 ✓

The Huawei FreeBuds 5 have a mute function, they have the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II also support the mute function. It means that you unilaterally turn off the earbuds' microphone, but you can still hear the other party's voice.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✓

Huawei FreeBuds 5 ✓

With the Huawei FreeBuds 5, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the earbuds.

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II also have a control panel on them.

Has Voice Prompts

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✓

Huawei FreeBuds 5 ✓

Huawei FreeBuds 5 support voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information via audio messages, like if there is a problem with the connection.

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II also have voice prompts .i.e the device will notify you if the battery is low, and you need to recharge them.

Travel Bag Is Included

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II ✓

Huawei FreeBuds 5 ✓

Huawei FreeBuds 5 come with their own special pouch. Carrying earphones without a case, or putting them in your bag without a casing may easily damage them.

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II too have a case included, which offers safe transportation.

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Category	Features	Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II	Huawei FreeBuds 5
DESIGN	ingress protection (ip) rating	IPX4	IP54
	weight	12.5g	10.8g
	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	9.3mm	11mm
	lowest frequency	20Hz	16Hz
	highest frequency	20000Hz	40000Hz
POWER	battery life	6hours	5hours
	battery life of charging case	18hours	25hours
	charge time	2hours	✗
	battery power	✗	42mAh
	has a battery level indicator	✓	✓
CONNECTIVITY	has usb type-c	✓	✓
	bluetooth version	v5.3	v5.2
	maximum bluetooth range	10meters	10meters
	has aac	✓	✗
	has ldac	✗	✓
	has aptx adaptive	✓	✗
MICROPHONE	number of microphones	8only	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	2only
	has a mute function	✓	✓
	control panel placed on a device	✓	✓
	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

Power

Battery Life

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Charge Time

Battery Power

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Connectivity

Has Usb Type-C

Bluetooth Version

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Has Aac

Has Ldac

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

Multipoint Count

Has A Mute Function

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Has Voice Prompts

Travel Bag Is Included

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