IP ratings refer to the level of protection offered by an enclosure, against solids and liquids. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value of the IP rating refers to protection against solids such as dust, while the second refers to protection against liquids (sweat).
Scoring IPX4, the Marshall Minor III's rating is read as, the first number of X denotes 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, 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
The 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 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 must have no cables connecting 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 as some wireless earbuds have wires connecting the two earbuds together. Sony WF C500 also is true wireless since it has no cables linking the two earbuds together.
Marshall Minor III are resistant to sweat
Sony WF C500's resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , 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. Both Sony WF C500 and Marshall Minor III have stereo speakers
The Marshall Minor III driver unit is 12mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, therefor producing better bass. The driver unit is the component that makes sound in the earbuds, its size determines the loudness of the device.
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
, 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 it's true that, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not mean that they produce better quality sound. The Marshall Minor III's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well a particular audio component generates low recognizable frequencies and if it alters the signal on its way through.
Sony WF C500's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that
both devices can produce equal bass
The Marshall Minor III's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio component makes high human frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal while at it. Sony WF C500's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that
both devices produce equal treble
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 WF C500's battery life is
more than that of Marshall Minor III by 5 hours
. Every 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 have shorter listening time. 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 allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go many 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 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 unused 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
Marshall Minor III, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the device, you just place down on a compatible charging pad. The Marshall Minor III have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the earbuds has a low battery.
The battery indicator lights display the charging state of your device and case. Sony WF C500 too have a battery level indicator, these allow you tell the charging state of your earbuds, whether fully charged, or having a low battery. The Marshall Minor III have USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable.
Sony WF C500 too have USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current laptops, phones, and tablets. The 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. Marshall Minor III have a 10meters distance connecting 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 have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when removed from your ears so that the music is paused.
The Marshall Minor III support fast charging. Usually, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to fully charge the earbuds. Sony WF C500 support fast charging.
This kind is similar to regular charging, only that the battery is filling up much faster. Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in 30 minutes. The Marshall Minor III have a mute function, they support the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.
The Sony WF C500 too support the mute function. It means that you can turn off the earbuds' microphone, but still hear the other party talk. The Marshall Minor III, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the earbuds.
Sony WF C500 also have a control panel on them. 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 WF C500 too support voice prompts .i.e the earbuds notifies you when the battery is low, and you need to recharge them. Marshall Minor III come with their own special pouch. Carrying earphones without a case, or putting them inside your pockets without a cover may easily put them at risk of getting damaged.
Sony WF C500 too have a travel bag included, which offers safe transportation.
