IP ratings is the rank of protection offered by an enclosure, against solids and water. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value of the IP rating means protection against solids say dust, while the second refers to resistance against liquids (water).
Having a value of IP55, the OnePlus Buds Z2's rating is read as, the first value of 5 denotes that ingress of dust is not totally prevented but dust does not enter in harmful quantities to interfere with the correct operation or impair safety, and the second value of 5 means that they can withstand medium pressure jet that's 6.3mm diameter, similar to garden hose from any angle for 3 minutes at a distance of 2.5 to 3 metres. Compared to the OnePlus Buds Z2, Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have a rating of IPX4 meaning that
no data available to specify a protection rating
and that of liquids is that,
OnePlus Buds Z2 has a higher liquid rating than Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2
OnePlus Buds Z2 have a weight of 9g . We take in account a lower weight best for the reason that lighter devices are easier to move with.
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2, at 12.5g
weigh more than the OnePlus Buds Z2 with a difference of 3.5g
True wireless devices have no cables linking any part of the device together, OnePlus Buds Z2 are true wireless for this matter since they don't have wires. This is a key distinction since wireless earbuds have wires connecting the two earbuds .
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 also is true wireless since it doesn't have wires linking the two earbuds together. OnePlus Buds Z2 have sweat resistance
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2's resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal for use during long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc
OnePlus Buds Z2 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.
Both Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 and OnePlus Buds Z2 have stereo speakers
ANC uses more advanced kind of tech to reduce ambient sounds. ANC works when, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern of incoming noise and after inverts the soundwaves to cancel it out. In simple terms, it's like having +1 (noise) and adding -1 (counter sound by the device) giving 0 thus "diluting" the noise.
OnePlus Buds Z2 have Active Noise Cancellation allowing you to listen at lower volume levels, causing less ear fatigue as you don't need to crank up the earbuds volume to overcome background noise. The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 too have ANC making both devices ideal for flights and morning commutes. Each operate with different noise cancellation settings, pick the mode that you prefer for commute or that suites your chill time.
OnePlus Buds Z2 sit tightly in place, creating an acoustic seal that reduces your environment noise and also prevents the device voice audio from leaking out .
Both of these devices have passive noise reduction this implies that they reduce ambient noise instead of actively using ANC to cancel it out. The OnePlus Buds Z2 driver unit is 11mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, and can produce better bass. The driver unit is basically a mini speaker that produces sound in the earbuds, the unit size corellates with the sound made by the device.
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 driver unit is 9.3mm in diameter,
which means that they have a smaller driver unit than that of OnePlus Buds Z2 by 1.7mm
, 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 yes, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not imply that they produce better quality sound. The OnePlus Buds Z2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well a particular audio component produces low audible frequencies and if it alters the signal while at it.
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that
both devices can produce equal bass
The OnePlus Buds Z2's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response shows how well a particular audio component generates high human frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that
both devices produce equal treble
The OnePlus Buds Z2's battery life is 7 hours, these last longer than 5 hours of listening which is considered average before recharge. A device's battery life is commonly given by the manufacturer, and with more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings.
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2's battery life is
less than that of OnePlus Buds Z2 by 1 hours
. Every time you recharge your device, they get a little less playing time. The effect is not noticeable at first, but over a few years, your wireless earbuds will no longer play for long like they used to. This is given by the manufacturer, and the OnePlus Buds Z2's case is said to have a full charge of 31 hours.
A charging case with more battery hours allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go multiple times before recharging the case itself. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2's charging case has a battery life of 18 hours,
less than that of OnePlus Buds Z2 by 13 hours
It takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the OnePlus Buds Z2's battery. It is highly adivsable to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds for the first time.
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 takes 2 hours to fully charge the battery,
more than that of OnePlus Buds Z2 by 0.5 hours
OnePlus Buds Z2 have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the device has a low battery. Its lights show the charging status of your earbuds and charging case. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators allow you determine the charging state of your earbuds, if charged fully, or having a low battery.
The OnePlus Buds Z2 use USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 too have USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current laptops, phones, and tablets.
OnePlus Buds Z2 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. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 has a Bluetooth version of 5.3,
newer than that of OnePlus Buds Z2
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers. The OnePlus Buds Z2 have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth.
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have a maximum range of 10meters,
equal to that of the OnePlus Buds Z2
OnePlus Buds Z2 support AAC, a codec used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Since it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it can provide better results than other codecs at a similar bit rate.
Since its the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the OnePlus Buds Z2 will work fine with your MacBook. If you intend on using these with Android you need to pay even closer attention to codec support for if they only have AAC they won't provide the best audio quality possible, ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well. The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 support AAC as well.
Designed to be the successor of the MP3 format, AAC generally achieves higher sound quality than MP3 encoders at the same bit rate. OnePlus Buds Z2 have 6 microphones. The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 microphones are 8,
more than that of OnePlus Buds Z2 by 2
. More microphones result in better sound quality and help the earbuds to filter out background sounds.
The OnePlus Buds Z2 use a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are made to reduce background sounds from the desired sound. The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 too have a noise-canceling type of microphone. Especially useful in noisy areas.
The OnePlus Buds Z2 support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when they are removed from your ears .
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears improving your listening experience. If lost in a room, or can't be found in your bag, the OnePlus Buds Z2 have a find earbuds feature. The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 also have the find earbuds feature.
You can use the device app on your phone to play an alarm from your device to find them. OnePlus Buds Z2 support fast charging. Usually, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the time it takes to charge the earbuds.
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 support fast charging. This kind is similar to regular charging, just 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 OnePlus Buds Z2 have a mute function, they support the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds. The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 too support the mute function. It means that you unilaterally turn off the device's microphone, but you can still hear the other party talk.
The OnePlus Buds Z2, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the device. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 also have a control panel on them. OnePlus Buds Z2 support voice prompts.
Automatically receive information through audio messages, like if there is an issue with the connection. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 also support voice prompts .i.e the earbuds will notify you if the battery is low, and you need to recharge the earbuds. The OnePlus Buds Z2 come with a special pouch.
Carrying earbuds without a case, or putting them inside your bag without a casing may easily damage them. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 also have a travel bag included, which offers safe transportation.
