Ingress protection ratings refer to the rating of protection offered by a casing, against dust and liquids. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value represents protection against solids say dust, while the second refers to protection against liquids (sweat).
Scoring IPX4, the Marshall Minor III's rating is read as, the first value of X denotes that no data available to specify a protection rating, and the second number of 4 means 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 Marshall Minor III, Sony WF C500 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 best because lighter devices are more comfortable to transport.
Sony WF C500, at 10.8g
weigh more than the Marshall Minor III by of 2.8g
For a device to be true wireless it should have no wires connecting any part of the device together, Marshall Minor III are true wireless for this case since they have no wires. This is a major difference as some wireless earbuds have cables linking the 2 earbuds together. Sony WF C500 also is true wireless since it has no wires linking the two earbuds together.
Marshall Minor III are resistant to sweat
Sony WF C500's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use during long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc
Marshall Minor III have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience. The Sony WF C500 also have stereo speakers
The Marshall Minor III have a unit size of 12mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, therefor producing better bass. The driver unit is basically a mini speaker that makes sound in the earbuds, the unit size corellates with the sound made by the earbuds.
Sony WF C500 driver unit is 5.8mm in diameter,
which implies that they have a smaller driver unit than that of Marshall Minor III by 6.2mm
, 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 yes, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not mean 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 component produces low audible frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through.
Sony WF C500'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 measures if and how well a particular audio component generates high audible frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it. Sony WF C500's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that
both devices produce equal treble
The Marshall Minor III'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 usually given by the manufacturer, and with more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings.
Sony WF C500's battery life is
more than that of Marshall Minor III by 5 hours
. Each time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less playing time. The effect is barely noticeable at first, but over a few years, your wireless earbuds will no longer play for long like they used to. The battery life of the charging case is given by the manufacturer, and the 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 several times before recharging the case itself. Sony WF C500's charging case has a battery life of 10 hours,
less than that of Marshall Minor III by 15 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 when they have been in storage for extended periods.
Sony WF C500 takes 2.5 hours to fully charge the battery,
more than that of Marshall Minor III by 1 hours
The Marshall Minor III, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you simply put down on a compatible charging pad. Marshall Minor III have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the earbuds has a low battery.
The battery indicator lights show the charging status of your earbuds and charging case. Sony WF C500 too have a battery level indicator, these allow you determine the charging state of your device, if charged fully, or the battery is running low. The Marshall Minor III use USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable.
Sony WF C500 too use USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current electronics. Marshall Minor III have Bluetooth version of 5.2, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data movement between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.
Sony WF C500 has a Bluetooth version of 5,
older than that of Marshall Minor III
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers. The Marshall Minor III have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth. Sony WF C500 have a maximum range of 9meters,
less than that of Marshall Minor III by 1meters
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. Sony WF C500 microphones are 2,
equal to that of the Marshall Minor III
. More microphones record better sound quality and enable the device to filter out noise. The Marshall Minor III support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when they are removed from your ears so that the music is paused.
The Marshall Minor III support fast charging. Commonly, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the amount of time it takes to fully charge a device. Also the Sony WF C500 support fast charging.
It's very similar to regular charging, just that the battery fills up much faster. Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in just 30 minutes. The Marshall Minor III have a mute function, they support the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.
The Sony WF C500 also have the mute function. The mute function means that you are in position turn off the device's microphone, but you can still hear the other party talk. With the Marshall Minor III, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the device.
Sony WF C500 too have a control panel on them. Marshall Minor III support voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information via audio messages, like if there is a problem with the connection.
The Sony WF C500 also support voice prompts .i.e the device notifies you if the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge the device. The Marshall Minor III come with a special case. Carrying earphones openly, or putting them in your bag without a cover may easily put them at risk of getting damaged.
Sony WF C500 also have a case included, which is useful for safe transportation.
