Overall Score 6.5 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
Overall Score 6 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
Category | Features | JLab Go Air Pop | Marshall Minor III |
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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 rating of protection offered by an enclosure, against solids and liquids. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value represents protection against solids say dust, followed by the one that refers to protection against liquids (water).
Having a value of IPX4, the JLab Go Air Pop's rating for solids indicates 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, 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 take in account a lower weight best because lighter devices are easier to carry.
The Marshall Minor III, at 8g weigh more than the JLab Go Air Pop by of 0.6g For a device to be true wireless it should 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 a major difference as some wireless earbuds have wires linking the two earbuds together. Marshall Minor III also is true wireless because it has no wires connecting the two earbuds . JLab Go Air Pop have sweat resistance Marshall Minor III'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 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.
The Marshall Minor III also have stereo speakers The JLab Go Air Pop sit tightly in place, creating an acoustic seal that reduces background noise and also prevents the device music from leaking out . JLab Go Air Pop have a unit size of 6mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, and can produce better bass. A driver unit is the component that produces sound in the earbuds, the unit size corellates with the loudness of the device. 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 , 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 yeah, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not mean that they produce better quality sound. JLab Go Air Pop's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio component produces low recognizable frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through. 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 shows how well an audio component generates high audible frequencies and if it makes any adjustments to the signal while at it.
Marshall Minor III'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. 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 usually given by the manufacturer, and with more battery hours, 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 . 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 no longer play for long like they used to.
The battery life of the charging case is given by the manufacturer, and the JLab Go Air Pop's case has a full charge of 24 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go multiple 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 takes 2.2 hours to fully charge the JLab Go Air Pop's battery.
It is highly adivsable to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds for the first time. Marshall Minor III takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the battery, less than that of JLab Go Air Pop by 0.7 hours The JLab Go Air Pop have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the device has a low battery. The battery indicator lights show the charging state of your earbuds and charging case.
Marshall Minor III too have a battery level indicator, these enable you determine the charging state of your device, if charged fully, or the battery is running low. JLab Go Air Pop use USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable. Marshall Minor III too use USB TYPE-C.
This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current electronics. 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.
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 that is used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps.
Because it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it can provide better results than other codecs at the same bit rate.
Being the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the JLab Go Air Pop 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.
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 help the device to filter out noise. The JLab Go Air Pop microphone sensitivity is measured at -42dBV/Pa.
The size 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 microphone can pick up. The JLab Go Air Pop support fast charging.
Most often, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to fully charge the earbuds. Also the Marshall Minor III support fast charging. It's very similar to regular charging, only 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. JLab Go Air Pop have a mute function, they have the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device. The Marshall Minor III also support the mute function.
The mute function means that you can turn off the device's microphone, but you can still hear the other party talk. With the JLab Go Air Pop, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the earbuds. The Marshall Minor III 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 following instruction manuals. JLab Go Air Pop have voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, say if there is an issue with the connection.
Marshall Minor III too have voice prompts .i.e the earbuds will notify you if the battery is running low, and you need to recharge them. The JLab Go Air Pop come with a special pouch. Carrying earphones without a case, or placing them in your bag without a cover may easily damage them.
Marshall Minor III too have a case included, which offers safe transportation.