Jlab Go Air Pop Vs. Sony Wf C500 Review In Detail

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

JLab Go Air Pop IPX4

Sony WF C500 IPX4

Ingress protection ratings refer to the level of protection given by an enclosure, against solids and water. 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 resistance against liquids (sweat).

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.

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

Weight

JLab Go Air Pop 7.4g

Sony WF C500 10.8g

The JLab Go Air Pop have a weight of 7.4g . We prefer a lower weight better because lighter devices are more comfortable to transport.

The Sony WF C500, at 10.8g are heavier than the JLab Go Air Pop by of 3.4g

Has No Wires Or Cables

JLab Go Air Pop ✓

Sony WF C500 ✓

For a device to be true wireless it must have no cables linking any part of the device together, JLab Go Air Pop are true wireless for this matter since they have no wires. This is a major difference as some wireless earbuds have wires connecting the two earbuds .

Sony WF C500 also is true wireless because it doesn't have cables connecting the two earbuds .

Sweat Resistance

JLab Go Air Pop ✓

Sony WF C500 ✓

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, training in workout bodysuits, etc

Has Stereo Speakers

JLab Go Air Pop ✓

Sony WF C500 ✓

JLab Go Air Pop have stereo speakers, what this means is that JLab Go Air Pop's speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience.

The Sony WF C500 also have stereo speakers

Has Passive Noise Reduction

JLab Go Air Pop ✓

Sony WF C500 ✓

JLab Go Air Pop sit well in place, creating an acoustic seal that tones down background sounds and also prevents the earbuds voice audio from leaking out .

Both Sony WF C500, and JLab Go Air Pop have passive noise reduction this implies that both limit ambient noise without using ANC to cancel it out.

Driver Unit Size

JLab Go Air Pop 6mm

Sony WF C500 5.8mm

JLab Go Air Pop driver unit is 6mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, and can produce better bass. A driver unit is basically a mini speaker that produces sound in the earbuds, its size determines the loudness of the earbuds.

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 usually have difficulty producing high frequencies so it's true that, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not imply that they produce better quality sound.

Lowest Frequency

JLab Go Air Pop 20Hz

Sony WF C500 20Hz

The JLab Go Air Pop's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well a particular audio device generates low frequencies that can be heard, and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it.

Sony WF C500's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that both devices produce equal bass

Highest Frequency

JLab Go Air Pop 20,000Hz

Sony WF C500 20,000Hz

JLab Go Air Pop's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response indicates how well an audio device generates high recognizable 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 produce equal treble

Sound Pressure Level

JLab Go Air Pop 103dB/mW

Sony WF C500 ✗

SPL, is the level of pressure 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.

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Battery Life

JLab Go Air Pop 8hours

Sony WF C500 10hours

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 more battery hours, 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 earbuds, they get a little less listening time. The effect is not noticeable at first, but over a few years, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time.

Battery Life Of Charging Case

JLab Go Air Pop 24hours

Sony WF C500 10hours

This is given by the vendor, and JLab Go Air Pop's case is said to have 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

Charge Time

JLab Go Air Pop 2.2hours

Sony WF C500 2.5hours

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 unused for long periods.

Sony WF C500 takes 2.5 hours to fully charge the battery, more than that of JLab Go Air Pop by 0.3 hours

Has A Battery Level Indicator

JLab Go Air Pop ✓

Sony WF C500 ✓

The JLab Go Air Pop have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the earbuds has a low battery. Its lights show the charging state of your earbuds and charging case.

Sony WF C500 too have a battery level indicator, these enable you tell the charging state of your earbuds, whether fully charged, or having a low battery.

Has Usb Type-C

JLab Go Air Pop ✓

Sony WF C500 ✓

JLab Go Air Pop have USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable.

Sony WF C500 too support USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current laptops, phones, and tablets.

Bluetooth Version

JLab Go Air Pop v5.1

Sony WF C500 v5

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 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.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

JLab Go Air Pop 10meters

Sony WF C500 9meters

The JLab Go Air Pop have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth.

Sony WF C500 have a maximum range of 9meters, less than that of JLab Go Air Pop by 1meters

Has Aac

JLab Go Air Pop ✓

Sony WF C500 ✓

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 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 Go Air Pop will work fine with your iPhone. 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.

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Number Of Microphones

JLab Go Air Pop 2only

Sony WF C500 2only

JLab Go Air Pop have 2 microphones.

Sony WF C500 microphones are 2, equal to that of the JLab Go Air Pop . More microphones record better sound quality and enable the earbuds to filter out background sounds.

Mic Sensitivity

JLab Go Air Pop -42dBV/Pa

Sony WF C500 ✗

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 pick up.

Supports Fast Charging

JLab Go Air Pop ✓

Sony WF C500 ✓

JLab Go Air Pop support fast charging. Commonly, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the time it takes to fully charge the earbuds.

Also the Sony WF C500 too support fast charging. This kind is 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 30 minutes.

Has A Mute Function

JLab Go Air Pop ✓

Sony WF C500 ✓

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 too have the mute function. The mute function means that you can turn off the earbuds' microphone, but still hear the other party's voice.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

JLab Go Air Pop ✓

Sony WF C500 ✓

With the JLab Go Air Pop, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the device.

The Sony WF C500 also have a control panel on them.

Warranty Period

JLab Go Air Pop 2Years

Sony WF C500 1Years

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 .

Has Voice Prompts

JLab Go Air Pop ✓

Sony WF C500 ✓

The 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.

Sony WF C500 too support voice prompts .i.e the earbuds notifies you when the battery is running low, and you need to recharge them.

Travel Bag Is Included

JLab Go Air Pop ✓

Sony WF C500 ✓

The JLab Go Air Pop come with a special pouch. Carrying earphones openly, or putting them in your bag without a casing may easily put them at risk of getting damaged.

Sony WF C500 also have a case included, which offers safe transportation.

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