Jlab Go Air Pop Vs. Apple Airpods Pro (2Nd Gen) Review

Ingress protection ratings refer to the rating of protection given by a casing, against solids and water. 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 protection against liquids (sweat).

Scoring IPX4, the JLab Go Air Pop's rating is read as, the first number of X denotes that no data available to specify a protection rating, and of liquids that they can withstand low pressure spray similar to that of a shower head when tilted at 180° for 10 minutes. Compared to the JLab Go Air Pop, Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a rating of IPX4 meaning that we are not yet certain of their rating with solids (dust) and that of liquids is that, they both have the same rating against liquids The JLab Go Air Pop have a weight of 7.4g . We consider a lower weight better because lighter devices are more comfortable to transport.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen), at 10.6g weigh more than the JLab Go Air Pop with a difference of 3.2g True wireless devices have no cables connecting any part of the device together, JLab Go Air Pop are true wireless for this matter since they have no cables. This is a key difference since wireless earbuds have wires linking the two earbuds together. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) also is true wireless because it doesn't have wires connecting the 2 earbuds . JLab Go Air Pop are resistant to sweat Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s resistance to sweat makes both devices good for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc JLab Go Air Pop have stereo speakers, what this means is that JLab Go Air Pop's speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience.

Both Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) and JLab Go Air Pop have stereo speakers The JLab Go Air Pop stay tightly in place, creating an acoustic covering that tones down background noise and also prevents the earbuds music from leaking out . Both of these devices have passive noise reduction this implies that both tone down ambient noise without using technology to cancel it out. The JLab Go Air Pop have a unit size of 6mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, therefor producing better bass. The driver unit is basically a mini speaker that produces sound in the device, its size determines the sound made by the device.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) driver unit is 11mm in diameter, making them have a larger driver unit than that of JLab Go Air Pop by 5mm , many people have a misconception that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.

However, large drivers usually have difficulty producing high frequencies so it's true that, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not indicate that they produce better quality sound. The JLab Go Air Pop's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well an audio device produces low audible frequencies and if it alters the signal while at it.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that both devices make sound with equal bass The JLab Go Air Pop's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response indicates how well a particular audio component makes high audible frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that both devices produce equal treble SPL, is the pressure level of sound, in decibels, dB, JLab Go Air Pop's measurement is 103dB/mW. Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source.

JLab Go Air Pop'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 longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and have to charge the device less often. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s battery life is less than that of JLab Go Air Pop by 2 hours . Each time you recharge your device, they get a little less listening time.

The effect is barely noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time. This is given by the manufacturer, and JLab Go Air Pop's case has a full charge of 24 hours. A charging case with more battery hours enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go many times before recharging the case itself.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s charging case has a battery life of 24 hours, equal to that of the JLab Go Air Pop It requires 2.2 hours to fully charge the JLab Go Air Pop's battery. It is recommended to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds for the first time. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) takes 1 hours to fully charge the battery, less than that of JLab Go Air Pop by 1.2 hours JLab Go Air Pop have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the earbuds has a low battery.

The battery indicator lights display the charging status of your device and case. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators enable you to determine the charging state of your device, if charged fully, or the battery is running low. JLab Go Air Pop support USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable.

The JLab Go Air Pop have Bluetooth version of 5.1, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data movement between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) has a Bluetooth version of 5.3, newer than that of JLab Go Air Pop . Newer versions provide faster data transfers. The JLab Go Air Pop have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the JLab Go Air Pop JLab Go Air Pop 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 Go Air Pop will work well with your MacBook. 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 Pro (2nd 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 Go Air Pop have 2 microphones. While the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) microphones are 6, more than that of JLab Go Air Pop by 4 . More microphones result in better sound quality and help the earbuds to filter out background sounds.

The JLab Go Air Pop microphone sensitivity is measured at -42dBV/Pa. The extent of the analog or digital output signal from the microphone with its input stimulus is a calculation of its sensitivity. It's the 'loudness' of the sound that the earbud microphone can recognize.

The JLab Go Air Pop support fast charging. Usually, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to fully charge the earbuds. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too support fast charging.

It's very 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 just 30 minutes. JLab Go Air Pop have a mute function, they have the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) also support this function. It means that you unilaterally turn off the earbuds' microphone, but still hear the other party talk. The JLab Go Air Pop, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the device.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too have a control panel on them. JLab Go Air Pop 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. JLab Go Air Pop support voice prompts.

With voice prompts, you receive information via audio messages, like if there is an issue with the connection. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too support voice prompts meaning the earbuds notifies you if the battery is running low, and you need to recharge the earbuds. The JLab Go Air Pop come with a special case.

Carrying earphones openly, or putting them inside your bag without a cover can easily damage them. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) also have a travel bag included, which offers safe transportation.