Ingress protection ratings is the rank of protection given by a casing, against dust and liquids. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value of the IP rating represents protection against solids such as dust, while the second refers to resistance against liquids (water).
Having a value of IP66, the JLab Epic Air Sport's rating for solids indicates 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..
Compared to the JLab Epic Air Sport, Sony WF 1000XM4 have a rating of IPX4 meaning that
no data available to specify a protection rating
and that of liquids is that,
JLab Epic Air Sport has a higher liquid rating than Sony WF 1000XM4
JLab Epic Air Sport have a weight of 20g . We consider a lower weight better for the reason that lighter devices are easier to transport. Sony WF 1000XM4, at 7.1g
weigh less than the JLab Epic Air Sport by -12.9g
For a device to be true wireless it must have no cables connecting any part of the device together, JLab Epic Air Sport are true wireless for this case since they don't have cables.
This is a major distinction since wireless earbuds have cables connecting the two earbuds .
Sony WF 1000XM4 also is true wireless since it has no cables connecting the pair of earbuds together. The JLab Epic Air Sport come with wingtips, these are reserved for workout earbuds and are usually an optional add-on to the separate silicone ear tip for a more secure fit. JLab Epic Air Sport are resistant to sweat
Sony WF 1000XM4's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use during long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc
JLab Epic Air Sport have stereo speakers, what this means is that JLab Epic Air Sport's speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience.
The Sony WF 1000XM4 also have stereo speakers
Active noise cancellation utilises advanced technology to actively counter noise. ANC works when, it listens to the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and after generates a mirror signal to cancel it out. Simply put, it's like taking +1 (noise) and producing -1 (counter sound by the device) giving 0 resulting in a reduced level of noise.
The JLab Epic Air Sport have ANC allowing you to listen at lower volume levels, causing less ear fatigue as you don't have to crank up the device volume to outcompete background noise. The Sony WF 1000XM4 too have ANC which makes either of the devices ideal for flights and rush hour travels. Each operate with different noise cancellation modes, pick the mode that you prefer for commute or that enhances your relaxation time.
JLab Epic Air Sport stay tightly in place, this creates an acoustic seal that tones down your environment noise well as preventing the device music from leaking out .
Both of these devices have passive noise reduction this means that they reduce ambient noise without using technology to cancel it out. The JLab Epic Air Sport have a unit size of 8mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, and can produce better bass. The driver unit is basically a mini speaker that produces sound in the device, the unit size determines the loudness of the earbuds.
Sony WF 1000XM4 driver unit is 6mm in diameter,
which means that they have a smaller driver unit than that of JLab Epic Air Sport by 2mm
, a common assumption 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 are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not mean that they deliver better quality sound. The JLab Epic Air Sport's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well an audio device produces low frequencies that can be heard, and if it alters the signal on its way through.
Sony WF 1000XM4's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that
both devices make sound with equal bass
JLab Epic Air Sport's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response tells how well an audio component generates high human frequencies and if it changes to the signal on its way through. Sony WF 1000XM4's highest frequency is at 40,000Hz, this means that
Sony WF 1000XM4 generate a clearer and crispier treble than the JLab Epic Air Sport
The sound pressure level, is the pressure level of sound, 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.
Sony WF 1000XM4's sound pressure level measurement is 105dB/mW. How loud something is can be taken differently by separate persons, so we need to have a way of getting an objective measurement of sound level expressed in numerical terms. 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 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
less than that of JLab Epic Air Sport by 7 hours
. Each time you recharge your device, they get a little less playing 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 JLab Epic Air Sport's case has a charge of 55 hours. A charging case with more battery hours allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go several times before recharging the case itself. Sony WF 1000XM4's charging case has a battery life of 16 hours,
less than that of JLab Epic Air Sport by 39 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 for the first time. Sony WF 1000XM4 takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the battery,
less than that of JLab Epic Air Sport by 1.5 hours
JLab Epic Air Sport, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you simply put down on a compatible charging pad.
Sony WF 1000XM4 also support wireless charging, always look out for the charging standard of a device. JLab Epic Air Sport have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the earbuds has a low battery. Its lights display the charging status of your device and charging case.
Sony WF 1000XM4 too have a battery level indicator, these enable you tell the charging state of your device, if charged fully, or the battery is running low. JLab Epic Air Sport have USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable. Sony WF 1000XM4 too have USB TYPE-C.
This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current electronics. The JLab Epic Air Sport 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. Sony WF 1000XM4 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. Sony WF 1000XM4 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.
Because it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it provides 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 Epic Air Sport will work well with your MacBook. If you are planning 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 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 JLab Epic Air Sport have 6 microphones.
The Sony WF 1000XM4 microphones are 4,
less than that of JLab Epic Air Sport by 2
. More microphones record better sound quality and enable the device to filter out noise. The JLab Epic Air Sport have a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are designed to reduce noise from the desired sound. The Sony WF 1000XM4 too use a noise-canceling microphone.
Especially useful in noisy environments. JLab Epic Air Sport support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient noises so that they can still be heard even when wearing the earbuds
The Sony WF 1000XM4 support ambient sound mode as well, helpful 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. JLab Epic Air Sport 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.
Sony WF 1000XM4 too support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears saving battery life. The JLab Epic Air Sport support fast charging. Usually, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the time it takes to charge the earbuds.
Sony WF 1000XM4 too support fast charging. This kind is similar to regular charging, just that the battery is filling up much faster. Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in just thirty minutes.
With the JLab Epic Air Sport, 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 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.
The JLab Epic Air Sport support voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, say if there is a problem with the connection. The Sony WF 1000XM4 also have voice prompts .i.e the earbuds will notify you if the battery is low, and you need to recharge the device.
JLab Epic Air Sport come with their own special pouch. Carrying earphones without a case, or putting them inside your pockets without a casing may easily damage them. Sony WF 1000XM4 too have a case included, which offers safe transportation.
