IP ratings refer to the rating of protection given by an enclosure, against dust and water. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value of the IP rating represents protection against solids such as dust, followed by the one that refers to protection against liquids (sweat).
Scoring IP66, the JLab Epic Air Sport's rating is read as, the first value of 6 denotes that they are completely dust proof, and the second number 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..
Compared to the JLab Epic Air Sport, Beoplay EX have a rating of IP57 meaning that
Beoplay EX has a lower dust resistance than JLab Epic Air Sport
and that of liquids is that,
Beoplay EX has a higher liquid rating than JLab Epic Air Sport
The JLab Epic Air Sport have a weight of 20g . We consider a lower weight best because lighter devices are more comfortable to transport. Beoplay EX, at 12g
weigh less than the JLab Epic Air Sport with a difference -8g
For a device to be true wireless it must have no wires connecting any part of the device together, JLab Epic Air Sport are true wireless for this matter since they have no cables.
This is a key difference as some wireless earbuds have wires connecting the pair of earbuds together. Beoplay EX also is true wireless since it has no wires connecting the pair of earbuds together. JLab Epic Air Sport have wingtips, these are commonly used for workout earbuds and are usually an optional add-on to each silicone ear tip for a better fit.
JLab Epic Air Sport are resistant to sweat
Beoplay EX's resistance to sweat makes both devices good for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc
JLab Epic Air Sport have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience. The Beoplay EX also have stereo speakers
ANC uses more advanced technology to actively counter noise. ANC works when, it listens to the sound pattern of incoming noise and inverts the soundwaves to counter it.
Simply put, it's like taking +1 (noise) and adding -1 (counter sound by the device) to make zero therefore "diluting" the noise.
JLab Epic Air Sport have Active Noise Cancellation enabling you to listen at lower levels of volume, causing less ear fatigue as you don't have to crank up the device volume to overcome background sounds. Beoplay EX too have ANC which makes both devices ideal for plane rides and rush hour commutes.
The JLab Epic Air Sport and Beoplay EX operate with different noise cancellation settings, pick the noise cancellation type that you prefer for travel or that suites your chill time. The JLab Epic Air Sport sit tightly in place, creating an acoustic seal that reduces your environment sounds while preventing the device voice audio from leaking out .
Both Beoplay EX, and JLab Epic Air Sport have passive noise reduction which means that both tone down ambient noise instead of actively using technology to cancel it out. JLab Epic Air Sport driver unit is 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 corellates with the loudness of the earbuds. Beoplay EX driver unit is 9.2mm in diameter,
making them have a larger driver unit than that of JLab Epic Air Sport by 1.2mm
, 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 imply that they deliver better quality sound.
JLab Epic Air Sport's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio device produces low audible frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it. Beoplay EX's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that
both devices produce equal bass
The JLab Epic Air Sport's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response shows how well a particular audio device makes high recognizable frequencies and if it makes any adjustments to the signal on its way through. Beoplay EX's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that
both devices can produce equal treble
SPL, is the pressure level of sound, measured in decibels, dB, JLab Epic Air Sport's measurement is 110dB/mW.
Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source. The JLab Epic Air Sport'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.
Beoplay EX's battery life is
less than that of JLab Epic Air Sport by 7 hours
. Every time you recharge your device, they get a little less playing time. The effect is not noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time. The battery life of the charging case is given by the vendor, and the JLab Epic Air Sport's case has a charge of 55 hours.
A charging case with a longer battery life allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go several times before having to recharge the case itself. Beoplay EX's charging case has a battery life of 20 hours,
less than that of JLab Epic Air Sport by 35 hours
It takes 3 hours to fully charge the JLab Epic Air Sport's battery. It is recommended to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds when they have been in storage for extended periods.
Beoplay EX takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the battery,
less than that of JLab Epic Air Sport by 1.5 hours
The JLab Epic Air Sport, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you just put down on a supported charging pad. Beoplay EX also support wireless charging, always look out for the charging standard of a device.
The JLab Epic Air Sport have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the earbuds has a low battery. The battery indicator lights show the charging status of your earbuds and case. Beoplay EX 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.
The JLab Epic Air Sport have USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable. Beoplay EX too use USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current electronics.
JLab Epic Air Sport have Bluetooth version of 5, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data movement between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. Beoplay EX has a Bluetooth version of 5.2,
newer than that of JLab Epic Air Sport
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers. JLab Epic Air Sport have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth.
Beoplay EX have a maximum range of 10meters,
equal to that of the JLab Epic Air Sport
JLab Epic Air Sport 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 a similar bit rate.
Being the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the JLab Epic Air Sport will work fine with your iPhone. If you intend on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well. The Beoplay EX 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 JLab Epic Air Sport have 6 microphones. Beoplay EX microphones are 6,
equal to that of the JLab Epic Air Sport
. More microphones record better sound quality and help the earbuds to filter out background sounds.
JLab Epic Air Sport have a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are intended to reduce noise from the desired sound. The Beoplay EX too use a noise-canceling type of microphone. This is useful in noisy environments.
The JLab Epic Air Sport support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient sound to still be heard even while wearing them
The Beoplay EX support ambient sound mode as well, it’s useful when you want to listen to music while being aware of your surrounding, say you’re having a jog but still want to be able to hear traffic. The JLab Epic Air Sport support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when removed from your ears so that the music is paused. The JLab Epic Air Sport support fast charging.
Most often, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the amount of time it takes to charge the earbuds. The Beoplay EX 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. The JLab Epic Air Sport, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the device. The Beoplay EX too have a control panel on them.
The JLab Epic Air Sport 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 a malfunction occurs. Beoplay EX have a warranty period of 3Years,
more than that of JLab Epic Air Sport by 1 Years
.
JLab Epic Air Sport support voice prompts.
Automatically receive information via audio messages, say if there is an issue with the connection. Beoplay EX too have voice prompts .i.e the device notifies you if the battery is running low, and you need to recharge them. The JLab Epic Air Sport come with a special pouch.
Carrying earbuds without a case, or placing them in your pockets without a casing may easily put them at risk of getting damaged. Beoplay EX too have a case included, which offers safe transportation.
