JLab Go Air Pop
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Marshall Minor III
See price on AmazonOverall Score 6 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
Category | Features | JLab Go Air Pop | Marshall Minor III |
---|---|---|---|
DESIGN | ingress protection (ip) rating | IPX4 | IPX4 |
weight | 7.4g | 8g | |
has no wires or cables | ✓ | ✓ | |
sweat resistance | ✓ | ✓ | |
has stereo speakers | ✓ | ✓ | |
SOUND QUALITY | has passive noise reduction | ✓ | ✗ |
driver unit size | 6mm | 12mm | |
lowest frequency | 20Hz | 20Hz | |
highest frequency | 20,000Hz | 20,000Hz | |
sound pressure level | 103dB/mW | ✗ | |
POWER | battery life | 8hours | 5hours |
battery life of charging case | 24hours | 25hours | |
charge time | 2.2hours | 1.5hours | |
has wireless charging | ✗ | ✓ | |
has a battery level indicator | ✓ | ✓ | |
CONNECTIVITY | has usb type-c | ✓ | ✓ |
bluetooth version | v5.1 | v5.2 | |
maximum bluetooth range | 10meters | 10meters | |
has aac | ✓ | ✗ | |
has aptx hd | ✗ | ✓ | |
MICROPHONE | number of microphones | 2only | 2only |
mic sensitivity | -42dBV/Pa | ✗ | |
EXTRAS | has in/on-ear detection | ✗ | ✓ |
supports fast charging | ✓ | ✓ | |
has a mute function | ✓ | ✓ | |
control panel placed on a device | ✓ | ✓ | |
warranty period | 2Years | ✗ | |
has voice prompts | ✓ | ✓ | |
travel bag is included | ✓ | ✓ | |
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IP ratings refer to the rank of protection offered by an enclosure, against dust and water. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value of the IP rating means protection against solids such as dust, followed by the one that refers to protection against liquids (water).
Having a value of 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 the second value of 4 means that they can withstand low pressure spray similar to that of a shower head when tilted at 180° for 10 minutes.
In comparison to the JLab Go Air Pop, Marshall Minor III 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
JLab Go Air Pop have a weight of 7.4g . We consider a lower weight better for the reason that lighter devices are more comfortable to move with.
The Marshall Minor III, at 8g
are heavier than the JLab Go Air Pop by of 0.6g
For a device to be true wireless it must have no wires linking any part of the device together, JLab Go Air Pop are true wireless for this case since they have no cables. This is an important distinction since wireless earbuds have wires connecting the pair of earbuds together.
Marshall Minor III also is true wireless since it has no wires linking the two earbuds .
JLab Go Air Pop are resistant to sweat
Marshall Minor III's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use during 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, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience.
Both Marshall Minor III and JLab Go Air Pop have stereo speakers
JLab Go Air Pop stay well in place, this creates an acoustic seal that reduces background sounds and also prevents the device voice audio from leaking out at the same.
The JLab Go Air Pop have a unit size of 6mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, and can produce better bass.
A driver unit is the component that makes sound in the device, the unit size determines the sound produced by the earbuds.
Marshall Minor III driver unit is 12mm in diameter,
making them have a larger driver unit than that of JLab Go Air Pop by 6mm
, as many tend to believe that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.
However, large drivers find it difficult to produce high frequencies so it's true that, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not indicate that they produce better quality sound.
JLab Go Air Pop's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well a particular audio component produces low frequencies that can be heard, and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it.
Marshall Minor III's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that
both devices can produce equal bass
The JLab Go Air Pop's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response tells how well a particular audio component makes high audible frequencies and if it changes to the signal while at it.
Marshall Minor III's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that
both devices produce equal treble
SPL, is the pressure level of sound, measured 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.
The JLab Go Air Pop's battery life is 8 hours, these last longer than 5 hours of listening which is considered average before recharge. A device's battery life is given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings.
Marshall Minor III's battery life is
less than that of JLab Go Air Pop 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 have shorter listening time.
The battery life of the charging case is given by the vendor, and JLab Go Air Pop's case is said to have a charge of 24 hours. A charging case with more battery hours allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go many times before recharging the case itself.
Marshall Minor III's charging case has a battery life of 25 hours,
more than that of JLab Go Air Pop by 1 hours
It requires 2.2 hours to fully charge the JLab Go Air Pop's battery. It is recommended to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds when they have been in storage for extended periods.
Marshall Minor III takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the battery,
less than that of JLab Go Air Pop by 0.7 hours
Marshall Minor III, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the device, you just put down on a supported charging pad.
JLab Go Air Pop have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the device has a low battery. Its lights indicate the charging state of your device and charging case.
Marshall Minor III too have a battery level indicator, these allow you to tell the charging state of your earbuds, whether fully charged, or having a low battery.
JLab Go Air Pop use USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable.
Marshall Minor III too support USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current laptops, phones, and tablets.
The JLab Go Air Pop have Bluetooth version of 5.1, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data movement between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.
Marshall Minor III has a Bluetooth version of 5.2,
newer than that of JLab Go Air Pop
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
The JLab Go Air Pop have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth.
Marshall Minor III have a maximum range of 10meters,
equal to that of the JLab Go Air Pop
JLab Go Air Pop support AAC, a codec used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Since it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it provides better results than other codecs at a similar bit rate.
Being 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 Marshall Minor III support APTX HD, an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that are developed by Qualcomm. It supports high-quality 24-bit audio (at a bit rate of 576kbps).
The JLab Go Air Pop have 2 microphones.
The Marshall Minor III microphones are 2,
equal to that of the JLab Go Air Pop
. More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the device to filter out background sounds.
JLab Go Air Pop microphone sensitivity is measured at -42dBV/Pa. The amount of the analog or digital output signal from the microphone with its input stimulus is a measure of its sensitivity. It's the 'loudness' of the sound that the earbud microphone can recognize.
Marshall Minor III have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when removed from your ears .
JLab Go Air Pop support fast charging. Most often, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to reduce the time it takes to fully charge the earbuds.
Marshall Minor III too 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 just thirty minutes.
The JLab Go Air Pop have a mute function, they have the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.
The Marshall Minor III also support the mute function. It means that you unilaterally turn off the earbuds' microphone, but still hear the other party's voice.
The JLab Go Air Pop, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the earbuds.
Marshall Minor III too have a control panel on them.
The 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.
The JLab Go Air Pop support voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information via audio messages, say if there is an issue with the connection.
The Marshall Minor III too support voice prompts .i.e the device notifies you when the battery is low, and you need to recharge them.
The JLab Go Air Pop come with their own 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.
Marshall Minor III too have a travel bag included, which is useful for safe transportation.