Ingress protection ratings is the rank of protection offered by an enclosure, against solids and liquids. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value of the IP rating represents protection against solids such as dust, while the second refers to resistance against liquids (water).
Scoring IP54, the JBL Wave Buds's rating is read as, the first value 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 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 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
The JBL Wave Buds have a weight of 9g . We prefer a lower weight best for the reason that lighter devices are easier to transport.
Sony WF 1000XM4, at 7.1g
weigh less than the JBL Wave Buds with a difference -1.9g
For a device to be true wireless it should have no wires connecting any part of the device together, JBL Wave Buds are true wireless for this matter since they don't have cables. This is a major distinction as some wireless earbuds have cables linking the two earbuds .
Sony WF 1000XM4 also is true wireless since it doesn't have cables connecting the 2 earbuds .
JBL Wave Buds are resistant to sweat
Sony WF 1000XM4's resistance to sweat makes both devices good for use during long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc
JBL Wave Buds have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience. Both Sony WF 1000XM4 and JBL Wave Buds have stereo speakers
Active noise cancellation uses advanced kind of tech to reduce ambient sounds.
How it works, it listens to the sound pattern of incoming noise and after inverts the soundwaves to counter it. In simple terms, it's like taking +1 (sound from your surrounding) then adding -1 (inverted noise) to make zero hence "diluting" the noise.
JBL Wave Buds have Active Noise Cancellation allowing you to listen at lower levels of volume, causing less ear fatigue since you don't have to crank up the earbuds volume to outcompete background sounds.
Sony WF 1000XM4 too have ANC making both earbuds ideal for flights and morning travels. The JBL Wave Buds and Sony WF 1000XM4 operate with different noise cancellation types, pick the setting that suits your travel or that enhances your chill time. JBL Wave Buds stay well in place, creating an acoustic covering that tones down background sounds and also prevents the device voice audio from leaking out at the same.
Both Sony WF 1000XM4, and JBL Wave Buds have passive noise reduction this means that they reduce ambient noise without using ANC to cancel it out. JBL Wave Buds driver unit is 8mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, and can produce better bass. The driver unit is the component that produces sound in the device, the unit size corellates with the sound made by the device.
Sony WF 1000XM4 driver unit is 6mm in diameter,
which implies that they have a smaller driver unit than that of JBL Wave Buds by 2mm
, 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 can generate louder sound, but this does not mean that they deliver better quality sound. JBL Wave Buds's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well an audio component produces low audible frequencies and if it alters the signal on its way through.
Sony WF 1000XM4's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that
both devices can make sound with equal bass
The JBL Wave Buds's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response shows how well a particular audio component generates high human frequencies and if it changes to the signal while at it. Sony WF 1000XM4's highest frequency is at 40,000Hz, this means that
Sony WF 1000XM4 generate a clearer and crispier treble than the JBL Wave Buds
The sound pressure level, is the level of pressure of sound, measured in decibels, dB, JBL Wave Buds's measurement is 100dB/mW. Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source.
Sony WF 1000XM4's sound pressure level measurement is 105dB/mW. The sound pressure level, something is can be perceived differently by separate people, so we need to have a way of getting a standard measurement of sound level expressed in numerical terms. The JBL Wave Buds'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 WF 1000XM4's battery life is
equal to that of the JBL Wave Buds
. 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.
The battery life of the charging case is given by the manufacturer, and the JBL Wave Buds's case is said to have a charge of 24 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life allows 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 JBL Wave Buds by 8 hours
It takes 2 hours to fully charge the JBL Wave Buds's battery.
It is recommended to fully charge 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 JBL Wave Buds by 0.5 hours
The JBL Wave Buds have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the earbuds has a low battery. The battery indicator lights display the charging status of your earbuds and case.
Sony WF 1000XM4 too have a battery level indicator, these allow you to tell the charging state of your earbuds, whether fully charged, or having a low battery. The JBL Wave Buds have USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable. Sony WF 1000XM4 too use USB TYPE-C.
This USB-C plug comes along with most current laptops, phones, and tablets. JBL Wave Buds 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 WF 1000XM4 has a Bluetooth version of 5.2,
equal to that of the JBL Wave Buds
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
The JBL Wave Buds have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth. Sony WF 1000XM4 have a maximum range of 10meters,
equal to that of the JBL Wave Buds
JBL Wave Buds support AAC, a codec 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.
Being the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the JBL Wave Buds will work fine with your iPhone. If you are planning 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 JBL Wave Buds support APTX Adaptive, an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that are developed by Qualcomm.
It has a variable bit rate (between 279kbps and 420kbps).
JBL Wave Buds have 2 microphones. While the Sony WF 1000XM4 microphones are 4,
more than that of JBL Wave Buds by 2
. More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the earbuds to filter out background sounds. JBL Wave Buds use a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are made to reduce noise from the earbuds' sound.
The Sony WF 1000XM4 too use a noise-canceling type of microphone. Especially useful in noisy areas. The JBL Wave Buds microphone sensitivity is measured at -38dBV/Pa.
The amount of the analog or digital output signal from the microphone with its input stimulus is a measure of its sensitivity. It's the 'loudness' of the sound that the earbud microphone can pick up. JBL Wave Buds support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient noises to still be heard even while wearing the earbuds
The Sony WF 1000XM4 support ambient sound mode as well, helpful when you want to listen to music but also be aware of your surrounding, for example when you’re having a jog but would still want to hear traffic.
JBL Wave Buds have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when they are removed from your ears so that the music is paused. The Sony WF 1000XM4 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 easily find them in your bag, the JBL Wave Buds have a find earbuds feature.
Sony WF 1000XM4 also have the find earbuds feature. You can use the device app on your smartphone to play an alarm from your earbuds to help you find them. The JBL Wave Buds support fast charging.
Commonly, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to fully charge a device. Sony WF 1000XM4 support fast charging. This kind is similar to regular charging, just that the battery fills up much faster.
Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in thirty minutes. JBL Wave Buds have a multipoint of 2 connections, this feature allows you to link to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. For example, you can easily switch calls from one device to another without manually disconnect and reconnect.
The Sony WF 1000XM4 have a multipoint count of 2,
equal to that of the JBL Wave Buds
. Bluetooth multipoint is useful because you can be on one call without missing notifications coming from another connected device. JBL Wave Buds have a mute function, they support the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device. The Sony WF 1000XM4 too support this function.
It means that you unilaterally turn off the earbuds' microphone, but still hear the other party's voice. The JBL Wave Buds, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the earbuds. The Sony WF 1000XM4 also have a control panel on them.
The JBL Wave Buds have voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information via audio messages, say if there is an issue with the connection. Sony WF 1000XM4 too support voice prompts meaning the earbuds notifies you when the battery is running low, and you need to recharge the device.
JBL Wave Buds come with their own special pouch. Carrying earbuds without a case, or putting them inside 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.
