Overall Score 8.3 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
Overall Score 8.3 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
Category | Features | Jabra Evolve2 Buds | Sony WF 1000XM4 |
---|---|---|---|
DESIGN | ingress protection (ip) rating | IP54 | IPX4 |
weight | 10.8g | 7.1g | |
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 | 6mm | 6mm | |
lowest frequency | 20Hz | 20Hz | |
highest frequency | 20,000Hz | 40,000Hz | |
sound pressure level | ✗ | 105dB/mW | |
POWER | battery life | 10hours | 8hours |
battery life of charging case | 21hours | 16hours | |
charge time | 2hours | 1.5hours | |
has wireless charging | ✓ | ✓ | |
has a battery level indicator | ✓ | ✓ | |
CONNECTIVITY | has usb type-c | ✓ | ✓ |
bluetooth version | v5.2 | v5.2 | |
maximum bluetooth range | 20meters | 10meters | |
has aac | ✓ | ✓ | |
has ldac | ✗ | ✓ | |
has aptx hd | ✗ | ✓ | |
MICROPHONE | number of microphones | 6only | 4only |
has a noise-canceling microphone | ✓ | ✓ | |
highest mic frequency | 8,000Hz | ✗ | |
lowest mic frequency | 80Hz | ✗ | |
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 | ✓ | ✓ | |
warranty period | 2Years | ✗ | |
has voice prompts | ✓ | ✓ | |
travel bag is included | ✓ | ✓ | |
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IP ratings refer to the rank of protection offered by an enclosure, against solids 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 (water).
Scoring IP54, the Jabra Evolve2 Buds'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 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 Jabra Evolve2 Buds, Sony WF 1000XM4 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
Jabra Evolve2 Buds have a weight of 10.8g . We prefer a lower weight better because lighter devices are easier to carry.
Sony WF 1000XM4, at 7.1g
weigh less than the Jabra Evolve2 Buds with a difference -3.7g
True wireless devices have no cables connecting any part of the device together, Jabra Evolve2 Buds are true wireless for this case since they have no wires. This is a key difference as some wireless earbuds have cables connecting the 2 earbuds .
Sony WF 1000XM4 also is true wireless since it doesn't have wires connecting the 2 earbuds together.
Jabra Evolve2 Buds have sweat resistance
Sony WF 1000XM4's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use during long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc
Jabra Evolve2 Buds have stereo speakers, what this means is that Jabra Evolve2 Buds's speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience.
The Sony WF 1000XM4 also have stereo speakers
ANC uses 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 cancel it out. Simply put, it's like taking +1 (noise) then adding -1 (counter sound by the device) to make zero thus "diluting" the noise.
Jabra Evolve2 Buds have Active Noise Cancellation allowing you to listen at lower levels of volume, causing less ear fatigue since you don't need to crank up the device volume to overcome background sounds.
The Sony WF 1000XM4 too have Active Noise Cancellation making both earbuds ideal for plane rides and morning travels. The Jabra Evolve2 Buds and Sony WF 1000XM4 work with different noise cancellation types, pick the mode that you prefer for commute or that suites your relaxation time.
Jabra Evolve2 Buds sit well in place, creating a sound covering that reduces background noise and also prevents the device voice audio from leaking out at the same.
Both Sony WF 1000XM4, and Jabra Evolve2 Buds have passive noise reduction this means that both tone down ambient noise instead of actively using technology to cancel it out.
The Jabra Evolve2 Buds driver unit is 6mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, therefor producing better bass.
The driver unit is basically a mini speaker that produces sound in the earbuds, its size dictates the loudness of the device.
Sony WF 1000XM4 driver unit is 6mm in diameter,
making both Sony WF 1000XM4, and Jabra Evolve2 Buds similar in how loud their sound gets
, as many tend to believe 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.
The Jabra Evolve2 Buds's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well an audio component generates low audible frequencies and if it alters the signal while at it.
Sony WF 1000XM4's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that
both devices can produce equal bass
Jabra Evolve2 Buds's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response tells how well an audio component generates high audible frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through.
Sony WF 1000XM4's highest frequency is at 40,000Hz, this means that
Sony WF 1000XM4 generate a clearer and crispier treble than the Jabra Evolve2 Buds
The sound pressure level, is the level of pressure of sound, measured in decibels, dB, Sony WF 1000XM4's measurement is 105dB/mW. Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source.
The Jabra Evolve2 Buds's battery life is 10 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.
Sony WF 1000XM4's battery life is
less than that of Jabra Evolve2 Buds by 2 hours
. Every time you recharge your device, they get a little less listening time. The effect is barely noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will no longer play for long like they used to.
This is given by the manufacturer, and Jabra Evolve2 Buds's case has a charge of 21 hours. A charging case with more battery hours enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go multiple times before recharging the case itself.
Sony WF 1000XM4's charging case has a battery life of 16 hours,
less than that of Jabra Evolve2 Buds by 5 hours
It requires 2 hours to fully charge the Jabra Evolve2 Buds's battery. It is recommended to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds when they have been unused for extended periods.
Sony WF 1000XM4 takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the battery,
less than that of Jabra Evolve2 Buds by 0.5 hours
The Jabra Evolve2 Buds, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the device, you simply place down on a compatible charging pad.
Sony WF 1000XM4 also support wireless charging, always look out for the charging standard of a device.
The Jabra Evolve2 Buds have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the device has a low battery. Its lights show the charging status of your earbuds and charging case.
Sony WF 1000XM4 too have a battery level indicator, these enable you tell the charging state of your device, if charged fully, or the battery is running low.
Jabra Evolve2 Buds support USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable.
Sony WF 1000XM4 too have USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug comes along with most current laptops, phones, and tablets.
Jabra Evolve2 Buds have Bluetooth version of 5.2, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data movement between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.
Sony WF 1000XM4 has a Bluetooth version of 5.2,
equal to that of the Jabra Evolve2 Buds
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
The Jabra Evolve2 Buds have a 20meters distance connecting via Bluetooth.
Sony WF 1000XM4 have a maximum range of 10meters,
less than that of Jabra Evolve2 Buds by 10meters
Jabra Evolve2 Buds 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 a similar bit rate.
Since its the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Jabra Evolve2 Buds 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 Sony WF 1000XM4 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.
The Sony WF 1000XM4 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.
The Sony WF 1000XM4 support APTX HD, an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that are developed by Qualcomm. It supports high-quality 24-bit audio (at a bit rate of 576kbps).
The Jabra Evolve2 Buds have 6 microphones.
The Sony WF 1000XM4 microphones are 4,
less than that of Jabra Evolve2 Buds by 2
. More microphones record better sound quality and help the device to filter out noise.
Jabra Evolve2 Buds use a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are made to filter out background sounds from the earbuds' sound.
The Sony WF 1000XM4 too use a noise-canceling type of microphone. This is useful in noisy areas.
Jabra Evolve2 Buds's highest mic frequency is 8,000Hz, high frequencies are better for recording treble. The highest mic frequency of a microphone is known as its upper limiting frequency.
Jabra Evolve2 Buds's lowest mic frequency is 80Hz, low frequencies are better for picking up bass. The lowest mic frequency of a microphone is defined as its lower limiting frequency.
The Jabra Evolve2 Buds support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient sound to still be heard even when wearing them
The Sony WF 1000XM4 support ambient sound mode as well, it’s useful when you want to listen to music while being aware of your surrounding, for example when you’re having a run but still want to hear traffic.
Jabra Evolve2 Buds have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when removed from your ears so that the music is paused.
The Sony WF 1000XM4 too 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 be found in your bag, the Jabra Evolve2 Buds support the find earbuds feature.
Sony WF 1000XM4 also have the find earbuds feature. Simply use the earbuds app on your smartphone to play a sound from your device to locate them.
Jabra Evolve2 Buds support fast charging. Usually, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the amount of time it takes to fully charge the earbuds.
Also the Sony WF 1000XM4 too support fast charging. This kind is similar to regular charging, only that the battery fills up much faster. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in 30 minutes.
The Jabra Evolve2 Buds support multipoint of 2 connections, this feature allows you connect 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 Sony WF 1000XM4 support multipoint count of 2,
equal to that of the Jabra Evolve2 Buds
. Bluetooth multipoint is useful because you can be on one call without missing notifications coming from another connected device.
Jabra Evolve2 Buds have a mute function, they have the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.
The Sony WF 1000XM4 too have the mute function. It means that you are in position turn off the device's microphone, but still hear the other party talk.
With the Jabra Evolve2 Buds, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the earbuds.
The Sony WF 1000XM4 too have a control panel on them.
The Jabra Evolve2 Buds 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.
The Jabra Evolve2 Buds have voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information via audio messages, like if there is an issue with the connection.
The Sony WF 1000XM4 too support voice prompts meaning the earbuds notifies you when the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge them.
The Jabra Evolve2 Buds come with their own special case. Carrying earbuds without a case, or putting them in your bag without a casing can easily put them at risk of getting damaged.
Sony WF 1000XM4 also have a travel bag included, which is useful for safe transportation.