IP ratings is the rating 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 such as dust, while the second refers to protection against liquids (water).
Having a value of 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
Marshall Minor III have a weight of 8g . We take in account a lower weight better for the reason that lighter devices are more comfortable to carry.
Sony LinkBuds S, at 9.6g
are heavier than the Marshall Minor III with a difference of 1.6g
For a device to be true wireless it should have no cables linking any part of the device together, Marshall Minor III are true wireless for this matter since they don't have wires. This is a major distinction since wireless earbuds have wires connecting the two earbuds together. Sony LinkBuds S also is true wireless because it doesn't have wires linking the 2 earbuds .
Marshall Minor III have sweat resistance
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, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience.
Both Sony LinkBuds S and Marshall Minor III have stereo speakers
Marshall Minor III driver unit is 12mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, therefor producing better bass. The driver unit is basically a mini speaker that produces sound in the earbuds, the unit size determines the sound produced by the earbuds. 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
, 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 yes, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not imply that they deliver better quality sound. The Marshall Minor III's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well a particular audio device generates low recognizable frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it. Sony LinkBuds S's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that
both devices make sound with equal bass
The Marshall Minor III's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response indicates how well a particular audio device produces high audible frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal while at it.
Sony LinkBuds S's highest frequency is at 40,000Hz, this implies 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 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 earbuds, they get a little less playing time.
The effect is not 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 Marshall Minor III's case has a full charge of 25 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go several times before having to recharge 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
The Marshall Minor III, the device supports wireless charging.
To charge the earbuds, you simply place down on a compatible charging pad. Marshall Minor III have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the earbuds has a low battery. Its lights show the charging state of your earbuds and charging case.
Sony LinkBuds S too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators enable you tell the charging state of your device, whether fully charged, or the battery is running low. Marshall Minor III have USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable. Sony LinkBuds S too use USB TYPE-C.
This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current laptops, phones, and tablets. Marshall Minor III have Bluetooth version of 5.2, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers 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.
Marshall Minor III have a 10meters distance to connect 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 record better sound quality and enable the earbuds to filter out noise. The Marshall Minor III support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when 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 saving battery life. The Marshall Minor III support fast charging.
Commonly, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the time it takes to charge a device. Also the 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 30 minutes. Marshall Minor III have a mute function, they have the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device. The Sony LinkBuds S too support this function.
The mute function means that you are in position turn off the device's microphone, but still hear the other party's voice. The Marshall Minor III, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the device. Sony LinkBuds S too have a control panel on them.
The Marshall Minor III have voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information via audio messages, like if there is a problem with the connection. The Sony LinkBuds S also have voice prompts .i.e the earbuds will notify you if the battery is low, and it's time to recharge them.
The Marshall Minor III come with a special pouch. Carrying earbuds openly, or putting them in your bag without a cover may easily damage them. Sony LinkBuds S also have a travel bag included, which offers safe transportation.
