IP ratings refer to the rank of protection offered by an enclosure, against solids and water. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value of the IP rating refers to protection against solids such as dust, followed by the one that refers to protection against liquids (sweat).
Scoring IP54, the JBL Wave Beam'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 JBL Wave Beam, Sony LinkBuds S 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
JBL Wave Beam have a weight of 8.8g . We prefer a lower weight better because lighter devices are easier to move with.
The Sony LinkBuds S, at 9.6g
weigh more than the JBL Wave Beam by of 0.8g
True wireless devices have no cables connecting any part of the device together, JBL Wave Beam are true wireless for this matter since they don't have cables. This is a key distinction since wireless earbuds have wires linking the 2 earbuds together. Sony LinkBuds S also is true wireless since it doesn't have wires connecting the 2 earbuds .
JBL Wave Beam are resistant to sweat
Sony LinkBuds S's resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal for use during long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc
JBL Wave Beam have stereo speakers, what this means is that JBL Wave Beam's speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience.
Both Sony LinkBuds S and JBL Wave Beam have stereo speakers
ANC makes use of more advanced technology to actively counter noise. ANC works when, it studies the sound pattern of incoming noise and generates a mirror signal to cancel it out. Simply put, it's like having +1 (noise) and adding -1 (inverted noise) giving 0 therefore "diluting" the noise.
The JBL Wave Beam 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 overcome background sounds. The Sony LinkBuds S too have Active Noise Cancellation which makes both devices ideal for flights and morning travels. Each operate with different noise cancellation types, pick the setting that suits your travel or that suites your chill time.
The JBL Wave Beam sit well in place, creating a sound seal that reduces your environment sounds while preventing the earbuds sound from leaking out at the same. Both of these devices have passive noise reduction which implies that they tone down ambient noise without using ANC to cancel it out. JBL Wave Beam have a unit size of 8mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, therefor producing better bass.
A driver unit is the component that produces sound in the earbuds, its size dictates the loudness of the earbuds. Sony LinkBuds S driver unit is 5mm in diameter,
which implies that they have a smaller driver unit than that of JBL Wave Beam by 3mm
, a common assumption that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.
However, large drivers find it difficult to produce high frequencies so yeah, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not imply that they deliver better quality sound.
JBL Wave Beam's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio component produces low frequencies that can be heard, and if it alters the signal on its way through. Sony LinkBuds S's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that
both devices produce equal bass
JBL Wave Beam's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response measures if and how well an audio device generates high human frequencies and if it makes any adjustments to the signal on its way through. Sony LinkBuds S's highest frequency is at 40,000Hz, this means that
Sony LinkBuds S can generate a clearer and crispier treble than the JBL Wave Beam
SPL, is the level of pressure of sound, measured in decibels, dB, JBL Wave Beam's measurement is 100dB/mW.
Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source. The JBL Wave Beam's battery life is 8 hours, these last longer 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 requires fewer chargings.
Sony LinkBuds S's battery life is
less than that of JBL Wave Beam by 2 hours
. Every time you recharge your earbuds, 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 vendor, and the JBL Wave Beam's case has a charge of 24 hours.
A charging case with more battery hours enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go many times before recharging the case itself. Sony LinkBuds S's charging case has a battery life of 14 hours,
less than that of JBL Wave Beam by 10 hours
It takes 2 hours to fully charge the JBL Wave Beam's battery. It is recommended to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds for the first time.
Sony LinkBuds S takes 2 hours to fully charge the battery,
equal to that of the JBL Wave Beam
JBL Wave Beam have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the earbuds has a low battery. Its lights indicate the charging state of your device and case. Sony LinkBuds S too have a battery level indicator, these enable you tell the charging state of your device, whether fully charged, or the battery is running low.
The JBL Wave Beam have USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable. Sony LinkBuds S too have USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current laptops, phones, and tablets.
JBL Wave Beam have Bluetooth version of 5.2, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. Sony LinkBuds S has a Bluetooth version of 5.2,
equal to that of the JBL Wave Beam
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers. The JBL Wave Beam have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth.
Sony LinkBuds S have a maximum range of 10meters,
equal to that of the JBL Wave Beam
The JBL Wave Beam have 2 microphones. Sony LinkBuds S microphones are 6,
more than that of JBL Wave Beam by 4
. More microphones result in better sound quality and help the device to filter out background sounds. JBL Wave Beam have a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are made to reduce noise from the desired sound.
JBL Wave Beam support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient sound so that they can still be heard even when wearing the earbuds
The Sony LinkBuds S support ambient sound mode as well, it’s useful when you want to listen to music but also be aware of what’s happening around you, say you’re having a jog but would still want to hear traffic. When misplaced in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, the JBL Wave Beam have a find earbuds feature. Sony LinkBuds S also have the find earbuds feature.
Use the earbuds app on your smartphone to play an alarm from your device to locate them. The JBL Wave Beam support fast charging. Most often, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the amount of time it takes to fully charge the earbuds.
Sony LinkBuds S support fast charging. This kind is similar to regular charging, just that the battery is filling up much faster. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in just 30 minutes.
The JBL Wave Beam have a mute function, they support the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device. The Sony LinkBuds S also support this function. The mute function means that you can turn off the earbuds' microphone, but still hear the other party's voice.
The JBL Wave Beam, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the device. The Sony LinkBuds S also have a control panel on them. JBL Wave Beam support voice prompts.
Automatically receive information via audio messages, say if there is a problem with the connection. The Sony LinkBuds S also have voice prompts meaning the earbuds notifies you if the battery is low, and you need to recharge the device. The JBL Wave Beam come with their own special case.
Carrying earbuds openly, or putting them in your pockets without a casing can easily put them at risk of getting damaged. Sony LinkBuds S too have a case included, which offers safe transportation.
