Ingress protection ratings is the rank of protection offered by a casing, against solids and water. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value of the IP rating represents protection against solids such as dust, while the second refers to protection against liquids (water).
Scoring IPX4, the Marshall Minor III's rating for solids indicates that no data available to specify a protection rating, 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 Marshall Minor III, Sony LinkBuds S 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
The Marshall Minor III have a weight of 8g . We consider a lower weight better because lighter devices are easier to carry.
The Sony LinkBuds S, at 9.6g
are heavier than the Marshall Minor III by of 1.6g
True wireless devices have no wires linking any part of the device together, Marshall Minor III are true wireless for this case since they have no wires. This is a key distinction since wireless earbuds have cables linking the two earbuds .
Sony LinkBuds S also is true wireless because it doesn't have wires linking the two earbuds .
Marshall Minor III are resistant to sweat
Sony LinkBuds S's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use during long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc
Marshall Minor III have stereo speakers, what this means is that Marshall Minor III's speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience. The Sony LinkBuds S also have stereo speakers
Marshall Minor III have a unit size of 12mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, therefor producing better bass.
A driver unit is basically a mini speaker that produces sound in the device, its size determines the sound produced by the device. Sony LinkBuds S driver unit is 5mm in diameter,
which means that they have a smaller driver unit than that of Marshall Minor III by 7mm
, many people have a misconception that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.
However, large drivers find it difficult to produce high frequencies so it's true that, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not indicate that they deliver better quality sound.
Marshall Minor III's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well an audio device generates low frequencies that can be heard, and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through. Sony LinkBuds S's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that
both devices produce equal bass
Marshall Minor III's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response shows how well a particular audio device makes high human frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal while at it. Sony LinkBuds S's highest frequency is at 40,000Hz, this means that
Sony LinkBuds S generate a clearer and crispier treble than the Marshall Minor III
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 commonly given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings. Sony LinkBuds S's battery life is
more than that of Marshall Minor III by 1 hours
. Every time you recharge your device, they get a little less playing time. The effect is barely noticeable at first, but over a few years, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time.
This is given by the vendor, and the Marshall Minor III's case is said to have a charge of 25 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go multiple times before recharging the case itself. Sony LinkBuds S's charging case has a battery life of 14 hours,
less than that of Marshall Minor III by 11 hours
It takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the Marshall Minor III's battery.
It is highly adivsable to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds for the first time. Sony LinkBuds S takes 2 hours to fully charge the battery,
more than that of Marshall Minor III by 0.5 hours
Marshall Minor III, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you simply place down on a supported charging pad.
Marshall Minor III have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the earbuds has a low battery. Its lights display the charging status of your device and charging case. Sony LinkBuds S too have a battery level indicator, these enable you determine the charging state of your earbuds, if charged fully, or having a low battery.
The Marshall Minor III have USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable. Sony LinkBuds S too have USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current electronics.
The Marshall Minor III have Bluetooth version of 5.2, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data movement between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. Sony LinkBuds S has a Bluetooth version of 5.2,
equal to that of the Marshall Minor III
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers. The Marshall Minor III have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth.
Sony LinkBuds S have a maximum range of 10meters,
equal to that of the 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).
The Marshall Minor III have 2 microphones. While the Sony LinkBuds S microphones are 6,
more than that of Marshall Minor III by 4
. More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the device to filter out background sounds.
The Marshall Minor III have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when they are removed from your ears .
The Sony LinkBuds S support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears improving your listening experience. Marshall Minor III support fast charging. Most often, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the time it takes to charge a device.
Sony LinkBuds S too support fast charging. It's very similar to regular charging, only that the battery is filling up much faster. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in just thirty minutes.
Marshall Minor III have a mute function, they support the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device. The Sony LinkBuds S too support the mute function. The mute function means that you can turn off the device's microphone, but you can still hear the other party's voice.
The Marshall Minor III, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the device. Sony LinkBuds S also have a control panel on them. Marshall Minor III support voice prompts.
With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, say if there is an issue with the connection. The Sony LinkBuds S also support voice prompts .i.e the device notifies you if the battery is running low, and you need to recharge them. The Marshall Minor III come with a special pouch.
Carrying earphones openly, or putting them inside your pockets without a casing may easily put them at risk of getting damaged. Sony LinkBuds S also have a case included, which offers safe transportation.
