Jlab Go Air Pop Vs. Sony Wf C500 Review

IP ratings is the level of protection offered by a casing, against dust and water. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value of the IP rating represents protection against solids say dust, while the second refers to resistance 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, Sony WF C500 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 take in account a lower weight better for the reason that lighter devices are more comfortable to transport.

Sony WF C500, at 10.8g weigh more than the JLab Go Air Pop by of 3.4g True wireless devices have no wires linking any part of the device together, JLab Go Air Pop are true wireless for this case since they don't have wires. This is a major difference as some wireless earbuds have cables linking the 2 earbuds . Sony WF C500 also is true wireless since it doesn't have cables connecting the pair of earbuds together. JLab Go Air Pop are resistant to sweat Sony WF C500'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, 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 Sony WF C500 and JLab Go Air Pop have stereo speakers JLab Go Air Pop stay tightly in place, this creates an acoustic seal that tones down background noise well as preventing the earbuds sound from leaking out at the same. Both Sony WF C500, and JLab Go Air Pop have passive noise reduction this implies that they reduce ambient noise instead of actively using ANC to cancel it out. The JLab Go Air Pop have a unit size of 6mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, therefor producing better bass.

The driver unit is basically a mini speaker that produces sound in the device, the unit size determines the loudness of the device. Sony WF C500 driver unit is 5.8mm in diameter, which implies that they have a smaller driver unit than that of JLab Go Air Pop by 0.2mm , 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 it's true that, larger drivers are capable of generating 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 device generates low recognizable frequencies and if it alters the signal on its way through. Sony WF C500's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that both devices can produce equal bass JLab Go Air Pop's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response tells how well a particular audio component generates high human frequencies and if it changes to the signal while at it. Sony WF C500's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that both devices can generate 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 before recharge. A device's battery life is commonly given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings.

Sony WF C500's battery life is more than that of JLab Go Air Pop by 2 hours . Every time you recharge your device, they get a little less playing time. The effect is barely 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 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 multiple times before having to recharge the case itself. Sony WF C500's charging case has a battery life of 10 hours, less than that of JLab Go Air Pop by 14 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 for the first time.

Sony WF C500 takes 2.5 hours to fully charge the battery, more than that of JLab Go Air Pop by 0.3 hours The 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. Sony WF C500 too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators allow you determine the charging state of your earbuds, whether fully charged, or having a low battery.

JLab Go Air Pop use USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable. Sony WF C500 too use USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug comes along with most current electronics.

JLab Go Air Pop have Bluetooth version of 5.1, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. Sony WF C500 has a Bluetooth version of 5, older 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.

Sony WF C500 have a maximum range of 9meters, less than that of JLab Go Air Pop by 1meters 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 , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well. The Sony WF C500 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 Go Air Pop have 2 microphones. While the Sony WF C500 microphones are 2, equal to that of the JLab Go Air Pop . More microphones result in better sound quality and help the earbuds 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 voice that the earbud microphone can recognize.

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 a device. Sony WF C500 too support fast charging.

It's very similar to regular charging, only that the battery fills up much faster. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in just thirty minutes. The JLab Go Air Pop have a mute function, they support the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.

The Sony WF C500 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 device.

Sony WF C500 also 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 following instruction manuals. If covered under the manufacturer’s warranty it is possible to get a replacement in the case of a malfunction.

Sony WF C500 have a warranty period of 1Years, less than that of JLab Go Air Pop by 1 Years . 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 Sony WF C500 also have voice prompts meaning the device notifies you when the battery is low, and it's time to recharge them.

The JLab Go Air Pop come with a special case. Carrying earphones openly, or putting them inside your bag without a cover may easily put them at risk of getting damaged. Sony WF C500 also have a travel bag included, which is useful for safe transportation.