Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3
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JLab Go Air
See price on AmazonOverall Score 5.3 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
Category | Features | Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 | JLab Go Air |
---|---|---|---|
DESIGN | ingress protection (ip) rating | IPX4 | IP44 |
weight | 10.6g | 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 | 7mm | 8mm | |
lowest frequency | 5Hz | 20Hz | |
highest frequency | 21,000Hz | 20,000Hz | |
sound pressure level | 107dB/mW | 103dB/mW | |
POWER | battery life | 7hours | 5hours |
battery life of charging case | 21hours | 15hours | |
charge time | 1.5hours | 1.5hours | |
has wireless charging | ✓ | ✗ | |
has a battery level indicator | ✓ | ✓ | |
CONNECTIVITY | has usb type-c | ✓ | ✗ |
bluetooth version | v5.2 | v5 | |
maximum bluetooth range | 10meters | 10meters | |
has aac | ✓ | ✗ | |
has aptx adaptive | ✓ | ✗ | |
MICROPHONE | number of microphones | 6only | 2only |
has a noise-canceling microphone | ✓ | ✗ | |
mic sensitivity | ✗ | -38dBV/Pa | |
EXTRAS | has ambient sound mode | ✓ | ✗ |
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 is the rank of protection given by an enclosure, against solids and water. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value represents protection against solids say dust, followed by the one that refers to protection against liquids (water).
Scoring IP44, the JLab Go Air's rating is read as, the first number of 4 denotes that they are protected against objects greater than 1.0mm such as wire, and of liquids 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, Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 have a rating of IPX4 meaning that
no data available to specify a protection rating
and that of liquids is that,
they both have the same rating against liquids
The JLab Go Air have a weight of 10g . We prefer a lower weight better for the reason that lighter devices are easier to move with.
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3, at 10.6g
weigh more than the JLab Go Air with a difference of 0.6g
For a device to be true wireless it must have no cables connecting any part of the device together, JLab Go Air are true wireless for this matter since they have no cables. This is an important distinction as some wireless earbuds have cables linking the 2 earbuds together.
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 also is true wireless because it has no cables connecting the 2 earbuds .
JLab Go Air have sweat resistance
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc
JLab Go Air have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience.
The Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 also have stereo speakers
ANC utilises advanced kind of tech to actively cancel noise. How it works, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern of incoming noise and then generates a mirror signal to cancel it out. Simply put, it's like having +1 (sound from your surrounding) and adding -1 (counter sound by the device) to make zero hence "diluting" the noise.
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 have Active Noise Cancellation enabling you to listen at lower levels of volume, causing less ear fatigue as you don't have to crank up the device volume to outcompete background sounds.
The JLab Go Air stay well in place, creating an acoustic seal that reduces background noise while preventing the earbuds sound from leaking out at the same.
Both of these devices have passive noise reduction this means that they reduce ambient noise without using technology to cancel it out.
The JLab Go Air driver unit is 8mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, therefor producing better bass.
A driver unit is basically a mini speaker that produces sound in the earbuds, the unit size determines the sound produced by the device.
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 driver unit is 7mm in diameter,
which means that they have a smaller driver unit than that of JLab Go Air by 1mm
, 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 it's true that, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not mean that they produce better quality sound.
The JLab Go Air's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and 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.
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3's lowest frequency is at 5Hz, this implies that
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 can produce a juicier bass than the JLab Go Air
JLab Go Air's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response shows how well a particular audio component produces high recognizable frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal while at it.
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3's highest frequency is at 21,000Hz, this implies that
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 can generate a clearer and crispier treble than the JLab Go Air
SPL, is the level of pressure of sound, measured 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.
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3's sound pressure level measurement is 107dB/mW. How loud a device is can be taken differently by different people, so we need to have a way of getting an objective measurement of sound level expressed in numerical terms.
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 given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and have to charge the device less often.
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3's battery life is
more than that of JLab Go Air 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 no longer play for long like they used to.
This is given by the manufacturer, and the JLab Go Air's case has a full 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.
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3's charging case has a battery life of 21 hours,
more than that of JLab Go Air by 6 hours
It requires 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.
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the battery,
equal to that of the JLab Go Air
The Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the device, you simply put down on a supported charging pad.
The JLab Go Air have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the device has a low battery. Its lights display the charging status of your earbuds and case.
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators enable you determine the charging state of your earbuds, if charged fully, or the battery is running low.
The Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 use USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable.
The JLab Go Air have Bluetooth version of 5, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 has a Bluetooth version of 5.2,
newer than that of JLab Go Air
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
JLab Go Air have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth.
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 have a maximum range of 10meters,
equal to that of the JLab Go Air
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 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 a similar bit rate.
Since its the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 will work fine with your iPad. If you are planning on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well.
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 support APTX Adaptive, an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that are developed by Qualcomm. It has a variable bit rate (between 279kbps and 420kbps).
JLab Go Air have 2 microphones.
While the Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 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 noise.
The Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 have a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are made to reduce background sounds from the earbuds' sound.
JLab Go Air microphone sensitivity is measured at -38dBV/Pa. The vastness 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 recognize.
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient noises to still be heard even when wearing the earbuds
The Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when removed from your ears so that the music is paused.
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 support fast charging. Usually, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to reduce the time it takes to fully charge the earbuds.
The Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 have a mute function, they support the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.
With the JLab Go Air, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the device.
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 also have a control panel on them.
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.
The JLab Go Air have voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, say if there is a problem with the connection.
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 also support voice prompts .i.e the device notifies you if the battery is low, and you need to recharge them.
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 come with a special case. Carrying earphones openly, or putting them inside your bag without a casing may easily put them at risk of getting damaged.