A breakdown of the review per specifications

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Sony WF C500 IPX4

JLab Go Air IP44

IP ratings refer to the rating of protection offered by an enclosure, against dust and liquids. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value means protection against solids such as dust, while the second refers to resistance against liquids (water).

Scoring IP44, the JLab Go Air's rating for solids indicates 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.

Compared to the JLab Go Air, Sony WF C500 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

Weight

Sony WF C500 10.8g

JLab Go Air 10g

The JLab Go Air have a weight of 10g . We consider a lower weight better because lighter devices are more comfortable to carry.

The Sony WF C500, at 10.8g weigh more than the JLab Go Air with a difference of 0.8g

Has No Wires Or Cables

Sony WF C500 ✓

JLab Go Air ✓

True wireless devices have no cables connecting any part of the device together, JLab Go Air are true wireless for this matter since they have no wires. This is a major distinction since wireless earbuds have wires connecting the 2 earbuds .

Sony WF C500 also is true wireless since it has no cables linking the two earbuds together.

Sweat Resistance

Sony WF C500 ✓

JLab Go Air ✓

JLab Go Air have sweat resistance

Sony WF C500's resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal for use during long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc

Has Stereo Speakers

Sony WF C500 ✓

JLab Go Air ✓

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

The Sony WF C500 also have stereo speakers

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Has Passive Noise Reduction

Sony WF C500 ✓

JLab Go Air ✓

JLab Go Air sit tightly in place, this creates an acoustic seal that reduces your environment sounds while preventing the device music from leaking out .

Both of these devices have passive noise reduction which means that both reduce ambient noise instead of actively using ANC to cancel it out.

Driver Unit Size

Sony WF C500 5.8mm

JLab Go Air 8mm

The JLab Go Air have a unit size of 8mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, and can produce better bass. The driver unit is basically a mini speaker that produces sound in the device, its size determines the loudness of the device.

Sony WF C500 driver unit is 5.8mm in diameter, which means that they have a smaller driver unit than that of JLab Go Air by 2.2mm , 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 yeah, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not mean that they produce better quality sound.

Lowest Frequency

Sony WF C500 20Hz

JLab Go Air 20Hz

JLab Go Air's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well an audio device generates low frequencies that can be heard, and if it alters the signal while at it.

Sony WF C500's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that both devices can make sound with equal bass

Highest Frequency

Sony WF C500 20000Hz

JLab Go Air 20000Hz

JLab Go Air's highest frequency is at 20000Hz, high-frequency response indicates how well an audio component generates high human frequencies and if it makes any adjustments to the signal while at it.

Sony WF C500's highest frequency is at 20000Hz, this means that both devices generate equal treble

Sound Pressure Level

Sony WF C500 ✗

JLab Go Air 103dB/mW

SPL, is the level of pressure 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.

Has A Neodymium Magnet

Sony WF C500 ✓

JLab Go Air ✓

JLab Go Air have neodymium magnets, if used in earbuds produce a higher sensitivity and substantial sound output using less power to do so. They can help produce music at quite a high sound pressure level, with the use of high magnetic flux.

Sony WF C500 too have it, devices with neodymium magnets are lighter and more powerful . It is also known that they produce more bass and clearer high notes.

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Battery Life

Sony WF C500 10hours

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 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 by 5 hours . Each time you recharge your device, they get a little less listening time. The effect is barely noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will no longer play for long like they used to.

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Sony WF C500 10hours

JLab Go Air 15hours

This is given by the vendor, and the JLab Go Air's case is said to have a charge of 15 hours. A charging case with more battery hours allows 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 by 5 hours

Charge Time

Sony WF C500 2.5hours

JLab Go Air 1.5hours

It takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the JLab Go Air's battery. It is recommended to fully charge 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 by 1 hours

Battery Power

Sony WF C500 ✗

JLab Go Air 43mAh

JLab Go Air's battery power is 43mAh, battery power, shows the amount of electrical energy that a battery can keep.

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Sony WF C500 ✓

JLab Go Air ✓

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

Sony WF C500 too have a battery level indicator, these allow you to determine the charging state of your earbuds, if charged fully, or having a low battery.

Sony WF C500
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Has Usb Type-C

Sony WF C500 ✓

JLab Go Air ✗

Sony WF C500 support USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable.

Bluetooth Version

Sony WF C500 v5

JLab Go Air v5

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

Sony WF C500 has a Bluetooth version of 5, equal to that of the JLab Go Air . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Sony WF C500 9meters

JLab Go Air 10meters

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

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

Has Aac

Sony WF C500 ✓

JLab Go Air ✗

Sony WF C500 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.

Being the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Sony WF C500 will work fine with your iPhone. If you are planning on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well.

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Number Of Microphones

Sony WF C500 2only

JLab Go Air 2only

JLab Go Air have 2 microphones.

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

Mic Sensitivity

Sony WF C500 ✗

JLab Go Air -38dBV/Pa

The 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 calculation of its sensitivity. It's the 'loudness' of the sound that the microphone can recognize.

Sony WF C500
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Supports Fast Charging

Sony WF C500 ✓

JLab Go Air ✗

The Sony WF C500 support fast charging. Usually, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to charge the earbuds.

Has A Mute Function

Sony WF C500 ✓

JLab Go Air ✗

Sony WF C500 have a mute function, they support the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Sony WF C500 ✓

JLab Go Air ✓

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

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

Warranty Period

Sony WF C500 1Years

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 following instruction manuals.

If covered under the manufacturer’s warranty it is possible to get a replacement a malfunction occurs. Sony WF C500 have a warranty period of 1Years, less than that of JLab Go Air by 1 Years .

Has Voice Prompts

Sony WF C500 ✓

JLab Go Air ✓

The JLab Go Air have voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, like if there is an issue with the connection.

The Sony WF C500 also support voice prompts .i.e the earbuds will notify you if the battery is running low, and you need to recharge them.

Travel Bag Is Included

Sony WF C500 ✓

JLab Go Air ✗

Sony WF C500 come with a special pouch. Carrying earbuds openly, or putting them inside your pockets without a cover can easily put them at risk of getting damaged.

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A summary of the review by feature comparison

A breakdown of the review per specifications

Design

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Weight

Has No Wires Or Cables

Sweat Resistance

Has Stereo Speakers

Sound Quality

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Driver Unit Size

Lowest Frequency

Highest Frequency

Sound Pressure Level

Has A Neodymium Magnet

Power

Battery Life

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Charge Time

Battery Power

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Connectivity

Has Usb Type-C

Bluetooth Version

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Has Aac

Microphone

Number Of Microphones

Mic Sensitivity

Extras

Supports Fast Charging

Has A Mute Function

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Warranty Period

Has Voice Prompts

Travel Bag Is Included

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Category	Features	Sony WF C500	JLab Go Air
DESIGN	ingress protection (ip) rating	IPX4	IP44
	weight	10.8g	10g
	has no wires or cables	✓	✓
	sweat resistance	✓	✓
	has stereo speakers	✓	✓
SOUND QUALITY	has passive noise reduction	✓	✓
	driver unit size	5.8mm	8mm
	lowest frequency	20Hz	20Hz
	highest frequency	20000Hz	20000Hz
	sound pressure level	✗	103dB/mW
	has a neodymium magnet	✓	✓
POWER	battery life	10hours	5hours
	battery life of charging case	10hours	15hours
	charge time	2.5hours	1.5hours
	battery power	✗	43mAh
	has a battery level indicator	✓	✓
CONNECTIVITY	has usb type-c	✓	✗
	bluetooth version	v5	v5
	maximum bluetooth range	9meters	10meters
	has aac	✓	✗
MICROPHONE	number of microphones	2only	2only
MICROPHONE	mic sensitivity	✗	-38dBV/Pa
EXTRAS	supports fast charging	✓	✗
	has a mute function	✓	✗
	control panel placed on a device	✓	✓
	warranty period	1Years	2Years
	has voice prompts	✓	✓
	travel bag is included	✓	✗
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