JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC
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Raycon Fitness Earbuds
See price on AmazonOverall Score 7 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
Category | Features | JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC | Raycon Fitness Earbuds |
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DESIGN | ingress protection (ip) rating | IP66 | IPX7 |
weight | 20g | 141.75g | |
has no wires or cables | ✓ | ✓ | |
wingtips included | ✓ | ✗ | |
sweat resistance | ✓ | ✓ | |
is dust proof and water-resistant | ✗ | ✓ | |
has stereo speakers | ✓ | ✓ | |
SOUND QUALITY | has active noise cancellation (noise control) | ✓ | ✓ |
has passive noise reduction | ✓ | ✓ | |
driver unit size | 8mm | 8mm | |
lowest frequency | 20Hz | 10Hz | |
highest frequency | 20,000Hz | 40,000Hz | |
sound pressure level | 110dB/mW | ✗ | |
POWER | battery life | 15hours | 12hours |
battery life of charging case | 55hours | 44hours | |
charge time | 3hours | 1hours | |
has wireless charging | ✓ | ✗ | |
has a battery level indicator | ✓ | ✓ | |
CONNECTIVITY | has usb type-c | ✓ | ✓ |
bluetooth version | v5 | v5.3 | |
maximum bluetooth range | 10meters | 10meters | |
has aac | ✓ | ✗ | |
MICROPHONE | number of microphones | 6only | 4only |
has a noise-canceling microphone | ✓ | ✓ | |
EXTRAS | has ambient sound mode | ✓ | ✓ |
has in/on-ear detection | ✓ | ✗ | |
supports fast charging | ✓ | ✓ | |
multipoint count | ✗ | 2only | |
has a mute function | ✗ | ✓ | |
control panel placed on a device | ✓ | ✓ | |
warranty period | 2Years | 1Years | |
has voice prompts | ✓ | ✓ | |
travel bag is included | ✓ | ✓ | |
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IP ratings is the level of protection offered by an enclosure, against dust and liquids. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value represents protection against solids say dust, while the second refers to resistance against liquids (water).
Having a value of 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 of liquids 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 Audio Epic Air Sport ANC, Raycon Fitness Earbuds have a rating of IPX7 meaning that
no data available to specify a protection rating
and that of liquids is that,
Raycon Fitness Earbuds has a higher 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 better because lighter devices are easier to move with. Raycon Fitness Earbuds, at 141.75g
are heavier than the JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC with a difference of 121.75g
True wireless devices have no cables 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 an important distinction since wireless earbuds have cables linking the 2 earbuds . Raycon Fitness Earbuds also is true wireless since it doesn't have cables linking the 2 earbuds together. JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have wingtips, these are reserved 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 are resistant to sweat Raycon Fitness Earbuds's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use while doing sports such as 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.
Both Raycon Fitness Earbuds and JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have stereo speakers ANC makes use of advanced kind of tech to actively cancel noise. How it works, it studies the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and inverts the soundwaves to counter it. Simply put, it's like taking +1 (sound from your surrounding) and adding -1 (inverted noise) to make 0 resulting in a reduced level of noise.
The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have Active Noise Cancellation enabling you to listen at lower volume levels, good for your ears since you don't have to crank up the earbuds volume to overcome background noise. Raycon Fitness Earbuds too have ANC which makes either of the earbuds ideal for flights and morning travels. Each operate with different noise cancellation modes, pick the noise cancellation type that suits your travel or that enhances your relaxation time.
The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC stay tightly in place, creating an acoustic covering that tones down your environment noise and also prevents the earbuds music from leaking out at the same. Both Raycon Fitness Earbuds, and JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have passive noise reduction which implies that both tone down ambient noise instead of actively using ANC to cancel it out. The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC driver unit is 8mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, and can produce better bass.
A driver unit is the component that produces sound in the earbuds, its size dictates the sound made by the device. Raycon Fitness Earbuds driver unit is 8mm in diameter,
making both Raycon Fitness Earbuds, and JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC similar in how loud their sound can get
, 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 yes, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not imply 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 component generates low audible frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it. Raycon Fitness Earbuds's lowest frequency is at 10Hz, this means that Raycon Fitness Earbuds produce a juicier bass than the JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response measures if and how well an audio component produces high audible frequencies and if it makes any adjustments to the signal on its way through. Raycon Fitness Earbuds's highest frequency is at 40,000Hz, this means that Raycon Fitness Earbuds can produce a clearer and crispier treble than the JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC The sound pressure level, is the level of pressure 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. The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC's battery life is 15 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 more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings.
Raycon Fitness Earbuds's battery life is less than that of JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC by 3 hours . Each time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less listening time. The effect is not 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 JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC's case has a charge of 55 hours.
A charging case with more battery hours allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go many times before recharging the case itself. Raycon Fitness Earbuds's charging case has a battery life of 44 hours, less than that of JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC by 11 hours It takes 3 hours to fully charge the JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC's battery. It is recommended to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds when they have been unused for extended periods.
Raycon Fitness Earbuds takes 1 hours to fully charge the battery, less than that of JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC by 2 hours JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the device, you simply put down on a compatible charging pad. JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the device has a low battery.
Its lights indicate the charging status of your device and case. Raycon Fitness Earbuds too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators enable you to tell the charging state of your earbuds, if charged fully, or the battery is running low. JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC use USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable.
Raycon Fitness Earbuds too have USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current electronics. JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have Bluetooth version of 5, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.
Raycon Fitness Earbuds has a Bluetooth version of 5.3, newer than that of JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC . Newer versions provide faster data transfers. JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth. Raycon Fitness Earbuds 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 a similar 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. JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have 6 microphones. The Raycon Fitness Earbuds microphones are 4, less than that of JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC by 2 . More microphones result in better sound quality and help the device to filter out noise.
JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are made to filter out noise from the desired sound. The Raycon Fitness Earbuds too have a noise-canceling microphone. This is useful in noisy environments.
JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient noises to still be heard even while wearing them The Raycon Fitness Earbuds support ambient sound mode as well, it’s useful when you want to listen to music while being aware of your surrounding, for example when you’re having a run but still want to hear traffic. The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when they are removed from your ears . JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC support fast charging. Commonly, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to charge a device.
The Raycon Fitness Earbuds 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 can be 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 earbuds. Raycon Fitness Earbuds too have a control panel on them. The 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 following instruction manuals.
If covered under the manufacturer’s warranty it is possible to get a replacement a malfunction occurs. Raycon Fitness Earbuds have a warranty period of 1Years, less than that of JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC by 1 Years . JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, like if there is an issue with the connection.
The Raycon Fitness Earbuds too support voice prompts .i.e the device notifies you if the battery is running low, and you need to recharge them. The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC come with their own special case. Carrying earphones openly, or putting them inside your pockets without a cover may easily damage them.
Raycon Fitness Earbuds too have a travel bag included, which offers safe transportation.