IP ratings is the level of protection given by an enclosure, against dust and water. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value refers to protection against solids say dust, while the second refers to protection against liquids (water).
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 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. Compared to the JBL Wave Beam, Sony WF C500 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 consider a lower weight best because lighter devices are more comfortable to move with.
The Sony WF C500, at 10.8g
are heavier than the JBL Wave Beam by of 2g
True wireless devices have no cables linking any part of the device together, JBL Wave Beam are true wireless for this case since they have no wires. This is a key difference since wireless earbuds have wires linking the 2 earbuds .
Sony WF C500 also is true wireless because it has no wires connecting the two earbuds .
JBL Wave Beam are resistant to sweat
Sony WF C500's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc
JBL Wave Beam have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience. Both Sony WF C500 and JBL Wave Beam have stereo speakers
ANC utilises more advanced kind of tech to actively cancel noise.
ANC works when, it studies the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and inverts the soundwaves to counter it. Simply put, it's like having +1 (sound from your surrounding) and producing -1 (inverted noise) to make zero which results in a reduced level of noise.
The JBL Wave Beam have ANC allowing you to listen at lower volume levels, good for your ears as you don't need to crank up the earbuds volume to overcome background sounds.
The JBL Wave Beam sit well in place, this creates a sound seal that tones down background sounds and also prevents the earbuds sound from leaking out .
Both of these devices have passive noise reduction which means that both reduce ambient noise instead of actively using technology to cancel it out. The JBL Wave Beam driver unit is 8mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, and can produce better bass. A driver unit is basically a mini speaker that makes sound in the earbuds, its size dictates the sound made by the earbuds.
Sony WF C500 driver unit is 5.8mm in diameter,
which implies that they have a smaller driver unit than that of JBL Wave Beam by 2.2mm
, 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 yes, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not mean that they deliver better quality sound. The JBL Wave Beam's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio component generates low recognizable frequencies and if it alters the signal while at it.
Sony WF C500's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that
both devices can make sound with equal bass
The JBL Wave Beam's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response shows how well an audio component generates high audible frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal on its way through. Sony WF C500's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that
both devices can generate equal treble
The sound pressure level, 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 commonly given by the manufacturer, and with more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and have to charge the device less often. Sony WF C500's battery life is
more than that of JBL Wave Beam by 2 hours
. Each time you recharge your device, they get a little less listening time.
The effect is not noticeable at first, but over a few years, your wireless earbuds will no longer play for long like they used to. The battery life of the charging case is given by the manufacturer, and JBL Wave Beam's case is said to have a full charge of 24 hours. A charging case with more battery hours allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go several times before having to recharge the case itself.
Sony WF C500's charging case has a battery life of 10 hours,
less than that of JBL Wave Beam by 14 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 when they have been unused for extended periods. Sony WF C500 takes 2.5 hours to fully charge the battery,
more than that of JBL Wave Beam by 0.5 hours
The JBL Wave Beam have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the device has a low battery.
Its lights display the charging state of your earbuds and charging case. Sony WF C500 too have a battery level indicator, these allow you determine the charging state of your device, if charged fully, or the battery is running low. JBL Wave Beam support USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable.
Sony WF C500 too use USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug comes along with most current electronics. JBL Wave Beam have Bluetooth version of 5.2, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data movement between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.
Sony WF C500 has a Bluetooth version of 5,
older than that of JBL Wave Beam
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers. JBL Wave Beam have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth. Sony WF C500 have a maximum range of 9meters,
less than that of JBL Wave Beam by 1meters
JBL Wave Beam have 2 microphones.
The Sony WF C500 microphones are 2,
equal to that of the JBL Wave Beam
. More microphones result in better sound quality and help the earbuds to filter out background sounds. The JBL Wave Beam have a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are designed to reduce background sounds from the earbuds' sound. JBL Wave Beam support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient noises to still be heard even when wearing the earbuds
When lost in a room, or can't be found in your bag, JBL Wave Beam support the find earbuds feature.
JBL Wave Beam support fast charging. Commonly, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to charge the earbuds. Sony WF C500 support fast charging.
It's very 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 30 minutes. The JBL Wave Beam have a mute function, they have the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.
The Sony WF C500 too support the mute function. The mute function means that you can turn off the earbuds' microphone, but still hear the other party's voice. With the JBL Wave Beam, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the earbuds.
The Sony WF C500 also have a control panel on them. The JBL Wave Beam support voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, say if there is a problem with the connection.
Sony WF C500 too support voice prompts .i.e the device notifies you when the battery is running low, and you need to recharge the device. The JBL Wave Beam come with a special pouch. Carrying earphones without a case, or putting them in your pockets without a casing can easily put them at risk of getting damaged.
Sony WF C500 too have a case included, which is useful for safe transportation.
