IP ratings refer to the rank of protection offered by a casing, against dust and liquids. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value represents protection against solids say dust, followed by the one that refers to protection against liquids (sweat).
Scoring IP66, the JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC's rating is read as, the first number of 6 denotes that they are completely dust proof, and the second value of 6 means that they can withstand high pressure jet that's 12.5mm diameter, similar to fire hose from any angle for 3 minutes at a distance of 2.5 to 3 meters..
In comparison to the JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC, Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a rating of IPX4 meaning that
no data available to specify a protection rating
and that of liquids is that,
Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) has a lower liquid rating than JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC
The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have a weight of 20g . We take in account a lower weight best because lighter devices are more comfortable to transport. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen), at 8.56g
are lighter than the JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC by -11.44g
True wireless devices have no wires connecting any part of the device together, JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC are true wireless for this case since they don't have wires.
This is a major difference since wireless earbuds have wires connecting the pair of earbuds together. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) also is true wireless because it has no cables connecting the pair of earbuds together. JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have wingtips, these are commonly used for earbuds for workouts and come as an optional add-on to the separate silicone ear tip for a better fit.
JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have sweat resistance
Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use during long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc
JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC 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. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) also have stereo speakers
ANC uses more advanced kind of tech to actively cancel noise. ANC works when, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern of incoming noise and generates a mirror signal to cancel it out.
Simply put, it's like having +1 (sound from your surrounding) and adding -1 (counter sound by the device) giving 0 resulting in a reduced level of noise.
JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have ANC enabling you to listen at lower volume levels, causing less ear fatigue as you don't have to crank up the device volume to overcome background sounds. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) too have ANC making both earbuds ideal for flights and rush hour travels.
Each operate with different noise cancellation modes, pick the setting that suits your commute or that suites your chill time. JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC sit well in place, this creates an acoustic seal that tones down your environment noise and also prevents the earbuds sound from leaking out at the same. Both Apple AirPods (3rd Gen), and JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have passive noise reduction which means that they limit ambient noise instead of actively using ANC to cancel it out.
The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have a unit size of 8mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, therefor producing better bass. The driver unit is basically a mini speaker that makes sound in the device, its size dictates the sound made by the device. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) driver unit is 11mm in diameter,
making them have a larger driver unit than that of JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC by 3mm
, a common assumption 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 mean that they deliver better quality sound. The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well a particular audio device produces low frequencies that can be heard, and if it alters the signal on its way through. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s lowest frequency is at 10Hz, this means that
Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) make sound with a juicier bass than the JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC
JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response measures if and how well an audio component makes high human frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal while at it.
Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that
both devices produce equal treble
The sound pressure level, is the pressure level of sound, measured in decibels, dB, JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC's measurement is 110dB/mW. Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source. JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC's battery life is 15 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 longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and have to charge the device less often. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s battery life is
less than that of JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC by 9 hours
. Each time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less playing time. The effect is barely noticeable at first, but over a few years, your wireless earbuds will no longer play for long like they used to.
This is given by the manufacturer, and JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC's case is said to have a full charge of 55 hours. A charging case with more battery hours enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go multiple times before recharging the case itself. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s charging case has a battery life of 30 hours,
less than that of JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC by 25 hours
It takes 3 hours to fully charge the JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC's battery.
It is recommended to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds for the first time. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) takes 0.3 hours to fully charge the battery,
less than that of JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC by 2.7 hours
The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the device, you just put down on a compatible charging pad.
Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) also support wireless charging, take note of the charging standard of the earbuds. JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the device has a low battery. The battery indicator lights show the charging state of your device and charging case.
Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) too have a battery level indicator, these allow you to determine the charging state of your device, whether fully charged, or the battery is running low. JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC support USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable. JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have Bluetooth version of 5, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data transfers between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.
Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) has a Bluetooth version of 5,
equal to that of the JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers. JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a maximum range of 10meters,
equal to that of the JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC
JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC 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 the same bit rate.
Since its the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC will work fine with your iPad.
If you intend on using these with Android you need to pay even closer attention to codec support for if they only have AAC they won't provide the best audio quality possible, ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 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.
JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have 6 microphones. While the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) microphones are 6,
equal to that of the JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC
. More microphones record better sound quality and enable the device to filter out background sounds. The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC use a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are designed to filter out background sounds from the earbuds' sound.
The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) too use a noise-canceling type of microphone. This is useful in noisy areas. The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient noises so that they can still be heard even while wearing them
JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when removed from your ears .
The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears improving your listening experience.
The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC support fast charging. Usually, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to fully charge the earbuds. Also the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 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 thirty minutes. The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the device.
Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) too have a control panel on them. JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC 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 that has followed instruction manuals. If covered under the manufacturer’s warranty it is possible to get a replacement in the case of a malfunction.
Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a warranty period of 1Years,
less than that of JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC by 1 Years
.
The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC support voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information via audio messages, say if there is a problem with the connection. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) also have voice prompts .i.e the earbuds will notify you if the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge them.
The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC come with their own special case. Carrying earphones without a case, or putting them in your bag without a casing can easily put them at risk of getting damaged. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) also have a travel bag included, which offers safe transportation.
