IP ratings refer to the rating of protection offered by a casing, 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, while the second refers to protection against liquids (water).
Having a value of IP54, the JBL Wave Beam's rating is read as, the first number of 5 denotes 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 number of 4 means 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
The JBL Wave Beam have a weight of 8.8g . We take in account a lower weight best for the reason that lighter devices are easier to carry.
Sony LinkBuds S, at 9.6g
are heavier than the JBL Wave Beam with a difference of 0.8g
For a device to be true wireless it must have no cables connecting any part of the device together, JBL Wave Beam are true wireless for this case since they have no cables. This is an important difference as some wireless earbuds have cables linking the two earbuds together. Sony LinkBuds S also is true wireless because it doesn't have cables connecting the pair of earbuds together.
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, cardio sweat workouts , 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
Active noise cancellation makes use of more advanced technology to actively cancel noise. How it works, it studies the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and generates a mirror signal to cancel it out.
In simple terms, it's like having +1 (noise) and producing -1 (counter sound by the device) giving 0 resulting in a reduced level of noise.
JBL Wave Beam have ANC enabling you to listen at lower levels of volume, good for your ears since you don't have to crank up the device volume to overcome background noise. The Sony LinkBuds S too have Active Noise Cancellation making either of the devices ideal for flights and rush hour travels.
The JBL Wave Beam and Sony LinkBuds S operate with different noise cancellation types, pick the setting that you prefer for commute or that enhances your relaxation time. JBL Wave Beam stay well in place, this creates an acoustic covering that tones down your environment sounds and also prevents the device music from leaking out .
Both of these devices have passive noise reduction this means 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 makes sound in the device, its size determines 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
, 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 yeah, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not indicate that they deliver better quality sound.
JBL Wave Beam's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates 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 means that
both devices produce equal bass
The JBL Wave Beam's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response tells how well an audio component makes high recognizable frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it. Sony LinkBuds S's highest frequency is at 40,000Hz, this means that
Sony LinkBuds S can produce a clearer and crispier treble than the JBL Wave Beam
SPL, is the level of pressure of sound, 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 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 have to charge the device less often.
Sony LinkBuds S's battery life is
less than that of JBL Wave Beam by 2 hours
. Each time you recharge your device, they get a little less playing 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 the JBL Wave Beam's case is said to have a charge of 24 hours.
A charging case with more battery hours allows 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 highly adivsable to fully charge 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 device has a low battery. The battery indicator lights show the charging status of your earbuds and case. Sony LinkBuds S too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators allow you tell the charging state of your device, if charged fully, or the battery is running low.
JBL Wave Beam have USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable. Sony LinkBuds S too use USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current electronics.
JBL Wave Beam have Bluetooth version of 5.2, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data movement between devices placed in close proximity, 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. The Sony LinkBuds S microphones are 6,
more than that of JBL Wave Beam by 4
. More microphones record better sound quality and help the device to filter out background sounds. JBL Wave Beam have a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are designed to filter out background sounds from the earbuds' sound.
JBL Wave Beam support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient sound to still be heard even while 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, for example when you’re having a run but still want to hear traffic. If 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 too have the find earbuds feature.
Use the earbuds app on your smartphone to play a sound from your device to help you find them. JBL Wave Beam support fast charging. Commonly, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the time it takes to fully charge the earbuds.
Also the 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 is charged to 50% in just thirty minutes.
JBL Wave Beam have a mute function, they have the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds. The Sony LinkBuds S also support this function. It means that you can turn off the device's microphone, but still hear the other party talk.
The JBL Wave Beam, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the earbuds. The Sony LinkBuds S too have a control panel on them. JBL Wave Beam support voice prompts.
With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, say if there is a problem with the connection. The Sony LinkBuds S too support voice prompts meaning the device notifies you when the battery is running low, and you need to recharge the earbuds. The JBL Wave Beam come with a special case.
Carrying earphones without a case, or placing them inside your bag without a casing may easily damage them. Sony LinkBuds S also have a case included, which offers safe transportation.
