Jlab Go Air Vs. Oneplus Buds Z2 Review In Detail

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

OnePlus Buds Z2 IP55

JLab Go Air IP44

Ingress protection ratings is the level of protection given by a casing, against solids and liquids. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value of the IP rating refers to protection against solids such as dust, while the second refers to resistance against liquids (water).

Having a value of IP44, the JLab Go Air's rating is read as, the first value of 4 denotes that they are protected against objects greater than 1.0mm such as wire, 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, OnePlus Buds Z2 have a rating of IP55 meaning that JLab Go Air has a lower dust resistance than OnePlus Buds Z2 and that of liquids is that, JLab Go Air has a lower liquid rating than OnePlus Buds Z2

Weight

OnePlus Buds Z2 9g

JLab Go Air 10g

JLab Go Air have a weight of 10g . We consider a lower weight best for the reason that lighter devices are easier to carry.

OnePlus Buds Z2, at 9g weigh less than the JLab Go Air with a difference -1g

Has No Wires Or Cables

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

JLab Go Air ✓

For a device to be true wireless it should have no wires connecting any part of the device together, JLab Go Air are true wireless for this case since they don't have wires. This is a major distinction since wireless earbuds have cables connecting the two earbuds together.

OnePlus Buds Z2 also is true wireless because it doesn't have wires connecting the two earbuds .

Sweat Resistance

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

JLab Go Air ✓

JLab Go Air have sweat resistance

OnePlus Buds Z2's resistance to sweat makes both devices good for use during long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc

Has Stereo Speakers

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

JLab Go Air ✓

JLab Go Air have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience.

The OnePlus Buds Z2 also have stereo speakers

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Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

JLab Go Air ✗

ANC utilises advanced technology to actively counter noise. How it works, it studies the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and then generates a mirror signal to cancel it out. Simply put, it's like having +1 (sound from your surrounding) then producing -1 (inverted noise) giving 0 therefore "diluting" the noise.

The OnePlus Buds Z2 have Active Noise Cancellation enabling you to listen at lower levels of volume, causing less ear fatigue since you don't have to crank up the earbuds volume to outcompete background sounds.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

JLab Go Air ✓

JLab Go Air sit well in place, this creates a sound seal that reduces your environment noise and also prevents the device sound from leaking out at the same.

Both OnePlus Buds Z2, and JLab Go Air have passive noise reduction which implies that both tone down ambient noise instead of actively using technology to cancel it out.

Driver Unit Size

OnePlus Buds Z2 11mm

JLab Go Air 8mm

JLab Go Air driver unit is 8mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, therefor producing better bass. A driver unit is the component that produces sound in the earbuds, the unit size dictates the sound made by the device.

OnePlus Buds Z2 driver unit is 11mm in diameter, making them have a larger driver unit than that of JLab Go Air by 3mm , 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 yeah, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not indicate that they produce better quality sound.

Lowest Frequency

OnePlus Buds Z2 20Hz

JLab Go Air 20Hz

JLab Go Air's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well an audio component generates low audible frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it.

OnePlus Buds Z2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that both devices can produce equal bass

Highest Frequency

OnePlus Buds Z2 20,000Hz

JLab Go Air 20,000Hz

JLab Go Air's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response shows how well a particular audio component generates high audible frequencies and if it makes any adjustments to the signal on its way through.

OnePlus Buds Z2's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that both devices generate equal treble

Sound Pressure Level

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✗

JLab Go Air 103dB/mW

The sound pressure level, is the pressure level of sound, in decibels, dB, JLab Go Air'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

OnePlus Buds Z2 7hours

JLab Go Air 5hours

The JLab Go Air's battery life is 5 hours, these last less 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.

OnePlus Buds Z2's battery life is more than that of JLab Go Air by 2 hours . Each time you recharge your device, they get a little less listening time. The effect is not noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will no longer play for long like they used to.

Battery Life Of Charging Case

OnePlus Buds Z2 31hours

JLab Go Air 15hours

This is given by the manufacturer, and the JLab Go Air's case is said to have a charge of 15 hours. A charging case with more battery hours enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go several times before having to recharge the case itself.

OnePlus Buds Z2's charging case has a battery life of 31 hours, more than that of JLab Go Air by 16 hours

Charge Time

OnePlus Buds Z2 1.5hours

JLab Go Air 1.5hours

It takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the JLab Go Air's battery. It is recommended to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds for the first time.

OnePlus Buds Z2 takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the battery, equal to that of the JLab Go Air

Has A Battery Level Indicator

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

JLab Go Air ✓

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

OnePlus Buds Z2 too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators enable you determine the charging state of your earbuds, if charged fully, or having a low battery.

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Has Usb Type-C

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

JLab Go Air ✗

The OnePlus Buds Z2 have USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable.

Bluetooth Version

OnePlus Buds Z2 v5.2

JLab Go Air v5

The JLab Go Air have Bluetooth version of 5, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data movement between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.

OnePlus Buds Z2 has a Bluetooth version of 5.2, newer than that of JLab Go Air . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

OnePlus Buds Z2 10meters

JLab Go Air 10meters

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

OnePlus Buds Z2 have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the JLab Go Air

Has Aac

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

JLab Go Air ✗

OnePlus Buds Z2 support AAC, a codec used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Because 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 OnePlus Buds Z2 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.

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Number Of Microphones

OnePlus Buds Z2 6only

JLab Go Air 2only

The JLab Go Air have 2 microphones.

OnePlus Buds Z2 microphones are 6, more than that of JLab Go Air by 4 . More microphones result in better sound quality and help the device to filter out background sounds.

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

JLab Go Air ✗

OnePlus Buds Z2 have a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are designed to reduce noise from the earbuds' sound.

Mic Sensitivity

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✗

JLab Go Air -38dBV/Pa

JLab Go Air microphone sensitivity is measured at -38dBV/Pa. The magnitude 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 microphone can pick up.

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Has In/On-Ear Detection

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

JLab Go Air ✗

The OnePlus Buds Z2 have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when removed from your ears .

Has Find Earbuds Feature

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

JLab Go Air ✗

When lost in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, the OnePlus Buds Z2 have a find earbuds feature.

Supports Fast Charging

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

JLab Go Air ✗

OnePlus Buds Z2 support fast charging. Most often, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the time it takes to fully charge the earbuds.

Has A Mute Function

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

JLab Go Air ✗

The OnePlus Buds Z2 have a mute function, they support the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

JLab Go Air ✓

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

OnePlus Buds Z2 also have a control panel on them.

Warranty Period

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✗

JLab Go Air 2Years

JLab Go Air 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.

Has Voice Prompts

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

JLab Go Air ✓

The JLab Go Air support voice prompts. Automatically receive information via audio messages, say if there is an issue with the connection.

OnePlus Buds Z2 also have voice prompts meaning the earbuds notifies you if the battery is low, and it's time to recharge the device.

Travel Bag Is Included

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

JLab Go Air ✗

The OnePlus Buds Z2 come with their own special pouch. Carrying earphones openly, or placing them in your pockets without a casing can easily put them at risk of getting damaged.

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Category	Features	OnePlus Buds Z2	JLab Go Air
DESIGN	ingress protection (ip) rating	IP55	IP44
	weight	9g	10g
	has no wires or cables	✓	✓
	sweat resistance	✓	✓
	has stereo speakers	✓	✓
SOUND QUALITY	has active noise cancellation (noise control)	✓	✗
	has passive noise reduction	✓	✓
	driver unit size	11mm	8mm
	lowest frequency	20Hz	20Hz
	highest frequency	20,000Hz	20,000Hz
	sound pressure level	✗	103dB/mW
POWER	battery life	7hours	5hours
	battery life of charging case	31hours	15hours
	charge time	1.5hours	1.5hours
	has a battery level indicator	✓	✓
CONNECTIVITY	has usb type-c	✓	✗
	bluetooth version	v5.2	v5
	maximum bluetooth range	10meters	10meters
	has aac	✓	✗
MICROPHONE	number of microphones	6only	2only
	has a noise-canceling microphone	✓	✗
	mic sensitivity	✗	-38dBV/Pa
EXTRAS	has in/on-ear detection	✓	✗
	has find earbuds feature	✓	✗
	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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