Overall Score 5.7 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
Overall Score 5.1 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
Category | Features | Marshall Minor III | Soundpeats Air 3 Deluxe HS |
---|---|---|---|
DESIGN | ingress protection (ip) rating | IPX4 | IPX4 |
weight | 8g | 8.12g | |
has no wires or cables | ✓ | ✓ | |
sweat resistance | ✓ | ✓ | |
has an earbud foam | ✗ | ✓ | |
has stereo speakers | ✓ | ✓ | |
SOUND QUALITY | driver unit size | 12mm | 14.2mm |
lowest frequency | 20Hz | 20Hz | |
highest frequency | 20000Hz | 40000Hz | |
POWER | battery life | 5hours | 5hours |
battery life of charging case | 25hours | 15hours | |
charge time | 1.5hours | 1.5hours | |
battery power | ✗ | 30mAh | |
has wireless charging | ✓ | ✗ | |
has a battery level indicator | ✓ | ✓ | |
CONNECTIVITY | has usb type-c | ✓ | ✓ |
bluetooth version | v5.2 | v5.2 | |
maximum bluetooth range | 10meters | 10meters | |
has ldac | ✗ | ✓ | |
has aptx hd | ✓ | ✗ | |
audio latency | ✗ | 60ms | |
MICROPHONE | number of microphones | 2only | 4only |
has a noise-canceling microphone | ✗ | ✓ | |
EXTRAS | has in/on-ear detection | ✓ | ✗ |
has find earbuds feature | ✗ | ✓ | |
supports fast charging | ✓ | ✓ | |
has a mute function | ✓ | ✓ | |
control panel placed on a device | ✓ | ✓ | |
has voice prompts | ✓ | ✓ | |
travel bag is included | ✓ | ✓ | |
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IP ratings is the rank 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 such as dust, while the second refers to protection against liquids (sweat).
Having a value of 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.
In comparison to the Marshall Minor III, Soundpeats Air 3 Deluxe HS 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 carry.
The Soundpeats Air 3 Deluxe HS, at 8.12g
weigh more than the Marshall Minor III with a difference of 0.12g
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 an important difference as some wireless earbuds have cables linking the two earbuds .
Soundpeats Air 3 Deluxe HS also is true wireless since it doesn't have cables linking the 2 earbuds together.
Marshall Minor III are resistant to sweat
Soundpeats Air 3 Deluxe HS's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc
The earbud foam is made to be ultracompact and lightweight, with almost no interference with earrings, spectacles, hats, or hairstyles. The Soundpeats Air 3 Deluxe HS have an earbud foam to some it is more comfortable than the in-ear foam.
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 Soundpeats Air 3 Deluxe HS also have stereo speakers
Marshall Minor III have a unit size of 12mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, and can produce better bass.
A driver unit is basically a mini speaker that makes sound in the earbuds, the unit size dictates the loudness of the earbuds.
Soundpeats Air 3 Deluxe HS driver unit is 14.2mm in diameter,
making them have a larger driver unit than that of Marshall Minor III by 2.2mm
, 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 yeah, larger drivers are capable of generating 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 measures if and how well a particular audio device produces low frequencies that can be heard, and if it alters the signal while at it.
Soundpeats Air 3 Deluxe HS's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that
both devices can make sound with equal bass
Marshall Minor III's highest frequency is at 20000Hz, high-frequency response shows how well a particular audio device generates high human frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal while at it.
Soundpeats Air 3 Deluxe HS's highest frequency is at 40000Hz, this means that
Soundpeats Air 3 Deluxe HS can generate a clearer and crispier treble than the Marshall Minor III
The Marshall Minor III's battery life is 5 hours, a device's battery life is commonly given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and have to charge the device less often.
Soundpeats Air 3 Deluxe HS's battery life is
equal to that of the Marshall Minor III
. Every time you recharge your device, they get a little less listening 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 vendor, and Marshall Minor III's case has a full charge of 25 hours. A charging case with more battery hours enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go several times before recharging the case itself.
Soundpeats Air 3 Deluxe HS's charging case has a battery life of 15 hours,
less than that of Marshall Minor III by 10 hours
It takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the Marshall Minor III's battery. It is highly adivsable to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds for the first time.
Soundpeats Air 3 Deluxe HS takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the battery,
equal to that of the Marshall Minor III
Soundpeats Air 3 Deluxe HS's battery power is 30mAh, battery capacity, shows the amount of electrical energy that a battery can keep.
Marshall Minor III, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you just put down on a supported charging pad.
Marshall Minor III have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the device has a low battery. Its lights display the charging status of your device and case.
Soundpeats Air 3 Deluxe HS too have a battery level indicator, these allow you to tell the charging state of your device, whether fully charged, or the battery is running low.
Marshall Minor III support USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable.
Soundpeats Air 3 Deluxe HS too support 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 transfers between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.
Soundpeats Air 3 Deluxe HS 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.
Soundpeats Air 3 Deluxe HS have a maximum range of 10meters,
equal to that of the Marshall Minor III
The Soundpeats Air 3 Deluxe HS support LDAC, a codec developed by Sony which allows streaming high-resolution audio over Bluetooth connections at up to 990 kbps at 32 bit/96 kHz. It can reach a high bitrate of 990kbps, which provides high-resolution audio.
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).
Latency refers to the time it takes for the audio signal to be transmitted to your earbuds. Soundpeats Air 3 Deluxe HS have a latency of 60ms, a lower latency reduces audio lag and is particularly important when playing games or watching videos.
Marshall Minor III have 2 microphones.
Soundpeats Air 3 Deluxe HS microphones are 4,
more than that of Marshall Minor III by 2
. More microphones record better sound quality and enable the earbuds to filter out noise.
Soundpeats Air 3 Deluxe HS have a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are designed to reduce background sounds from the desired sound.
Marshall Minor III support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when they are removed from your ears .
If misplaced in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, Soundpeats Air 3 Deluxe HS support the find earbuds feature.
Marshall Minor III support fast charging. Usually, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the time it takes to fully charge the earbuds.
Soundpeats Air 3 Deluxe HS too support fast charging. This kind is similar to regular charging, only that the battery fills up much faster. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is 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 Soundpeats Air 3 Deluxe HS also have the mute function. The mute function means that you can turn off the device's microphone, but still hear the other party's voice.
With the Marshall Minor III, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the device.
Soundpeats Air 3 Deluxe HS also have a control panel on them.
The Marshall Minor III support voice prompts. Automatically receive information through audio messages, like if there is a problem with the connection.
The Soundpeats Air 3 Deluxe HS too have voice prompts meaning the earbuds will notify you if the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge them.
The Marshall Minor III come with their own special pouch. Carrying earphones openly, or putting them in your bag without a cover may easily damage them.
Soundpeats Air 3 Deluxe HS too have a case included, which is useful for safe transportation.