Marshall Minor Iii Vs. Oneplus Buds Z2 Review In Detail

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

OnePlus Buds Z2 IP55

Marshall Minor III IPX4

IP ratings refer to the level of protection given by a casing, against dust and water. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value of the IP rating represents protection against solids say dust, followed by the one that refers to protection against liquids (sweat).

Having a value of IPX4, the Marshall Minor III's rating for solids indicates 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 Marshall Minor III, OnePlus Buds Z2 have a rating of IP55 meaning that ingress of dust is not totally prevented but dust does not enter in harmful quantities to interfere with the correct operation or impair safety and that of liquids is that, OnePlus Buds Z2 has a higher liquid rating than Marshall Minor III

Weight

OnePlus Buds Z2 9g

Marshall Minor III 8g

The Marshall Minor III have a weight of 8g . We consider a lower weight better because lighter devices are more comfortable to move with.

The OnePlus Buds Z2, at 9g weigh more than the Marshall Minor III with a difference of 1g

Has No Wires Or Cables

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

Marshall Minor III ✓

True wireless devices have no wires linking any part of the device together, Marshall Minor III are true wireless for this case since they don't have cables. This is a major difference as some wireless earbuds have wires linking the 2 earbuds .

OnePlus Buds Z2 also is true wireless since it has no cables connecting the 2 earbuds together.

Sweat Resistance

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

Marshall Minor III ✓

Marshall Minor III have sweat resistance

OnePlus Buds Z2's resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal for use during long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc

Has Stereo Speakers

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

Marshall Minor III ✓

Marshall Minor III 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 OnePlus Buds Z2 also have stereo speakers

Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

Marshall Minor III ✗

Active noise cancellation uses more advanced kind of tech to actively cancel noise. ANC works when, it listens to the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and then inverts the soundwaves to counter it. In simple terms, it's like taking +1 (noise) and adding -1 (inverted noise) giving 0 thus "diluting" the noise.

OnePlus Buds Z2 have ANC enabling you to listen at lower volume levels, good for your ears since you don't need to crank up the device volume to outcompete background noise.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

Marshall Minor III ✗

The OnePlus Buds Z2 sit tightly in place, creating a sound covering that tones down background noise well as preventing the device music from leaking out .

Driver Unit Size

OnePlus Buds Z2 11mm

Marshall Minor III 12mm

Marshall Minor III driver unit is 12mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, therefor producing better bass. A driver unit is the component that makes sound in the device, the unit size determines the sound produced by the earbuds.

OnePlus Buds Z2 driver unit is 11mm in diameter, which implies that they have a smaller driver unit than that of Marshall Minor III by 1mm , as many tend to believe that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.

However, large drivers find it difficult to produce high frequencies so yes, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not imply that they produce better quality sound.

Lowest Frequency

OnePlus Buds Z2 20Hz

Marshall Minor III 20Hz

The Marshall Minor III's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well an audio component produces low frequencies that can be heard, and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it.

OnePlus Buds Z2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that both devices can make sound with equal bass

Highest Frequency

OnePlus Buds Z2 20,000Hz

Marshall Minor III 20,000Hz

Marshall Minor III's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response shows how well a particular audio component produces high recognizable frequencies and if it makes any adjustments to the signal while at it.

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

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Battery Life

OnePlus Buds Z2 7hours

Marshall Minor III 5hours

Marshall Minor III's battery life is 5 hours, these last less 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 have to charge the device less often.

OnePlus Buds Z2's battery life is more than that of Marshall Minor III by 2 hours . Each time you recharge your device, they get a little less playing time. The effect is not noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time.

Battery Life Of Charging Case

OnePlus Buds Z2 31hours

Marshall Minor III 25hours

This is given by the manufacturer, and Marshall Minor III's case has a full charge of 25 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.

OnePlus Buds Z2's charging case has a battery life of 31 hours, more than that of Marshall Minor III by 6 hours

Charge Time

OnePlus Buds Z2 1.5hours

Marshall Minor III 1.5hours

It takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the Marshall Minor III's battery. It is recommended to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds when they have been in storage for long periods.

OnePlus Buds Z2 takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the battery, equal to that of the Marshall Minor III

Has Wireless Charging

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✗

Marshall Minor III ✓

The Marshall Minor III, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the device, you just place down on a compatible charging pad.

Has A Battery Level Indicator

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

Marshall Minor III ✓

Marshall Minor III have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the earbuds has a low battery. The battery indicator lights show the charging status of your earbuds and charging case.

OnePlus Buds Z2 too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators allow you to tell the charging state of your device, if charged fully, or the battery is running low.

Has Usb Type-C

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

Marshall Minor III ✓

The Marshall Minor III use USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable.

OnePlus Buds Z2 too use USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current laptops, phones, and tablets.

Bluetooth Version

OnePlus Buds Z2 v5.2

Marshall Minor III v5.2

The Marshall Minor III have Bluetooth version of 5.2, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables 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, equal to that of the Marshall Minor III . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

OnePlus Buds Z2 10meters

Marshall Minor III 10meters

Marshall Minor III have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth.

OnePlus Buds Z2 have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the Marshall Minor III

Has Aac

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

Marshall Minor III ✗

OnePlus Buds Z2 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 the same bit rate.

Being the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the OnePlus Buds Z2 will work well with your MacBook. If you are planning on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well.

Has Aptx Hd

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✗

Marshall Minor III ✓

The Marshall Minor III support APTX HD, an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that are developed by Qualcomm. It supports high-quality 24-bit audio (at a bit rate of 576kbps).

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Number Of Microphones

OnePlus Buds Z2 6only

Marshall Minor III 2only

The Marshall Minor III have 2 microphones.

The OnePlus Buds Z2 microphones are 6, more than that of Marshall Minor III by 4 . More microphones result in better sound quality and help the earbuds to filter out background sounds.

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

Marshall Minor III ✗

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

Has In/On-Ear Detection

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

Marshall Minor III ✓

The Marshall Minor III support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when removed from your ears .

The OnePlus Buds Z2 too support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears improving your listening experience.

Has Find Earbuds Feature

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

Marshall Minor III ✗

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

Supports Fast Charging

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

Marshall Minor III ✓

Marshall Minor III support fast charging. Most often, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to fully charge the earbuds.

The OnePlus Buds Z2 support fast charging. It's very similar to regular charging, only that the battery fills up much faster. Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in just thirty minutes.

Has A Mute Function

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

Marshall Minor III ✓

The Marshall Minor III have a mute function, they support the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.

The OnePlus Buds Z2 also support this function. The mute function means that you are in position turn off the earbuds' microphone, but still hear the other party's voice.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

Marshall Minor III ✓

The Marshall Minor III, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the device.

OnePlus Buds Z2 too have a control panel on them.

Has Voice Prompts

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

Marshall Minor III ✓

Marshall Minor III have voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, like if there is an issue with the connection.

The OnePlus Buds Z2 also have voice prompts meaning the earbuds notifies you if the battery is running low, and you need to recharge them.

Travel Bag Is Included

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

Marshall Minor III ✓

Marshall Minor III come with a special case. Carrying earphones without a case, or placing them in your bag without a casing can easily put them at risk of getting damaged.

OnePlus Buds Z2 also have a travel bag included, which offers safe transportation.

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