A breakdown of the review per specifications

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Jabra Evolve2 Buds IP54

OnePlus Buds Z2 IP55

IP ratings refer to the rating 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 represents protection against solids say dust, followed by the one that refers to resistance against liquids (water).

Having a value of IP55, the OnePlus Buds Z2's rating for solids indicates 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 number 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, Jabra Evolve2 Buds have a rating of IP54 meaning that they both have the same rating against dust and that of liquids is that, OnePlus Buds Z2 has a higher liquid rating than Jabra Evolve2 Buds

Weight

Jabra Evolve2 Buds 10.8g

OnePlus Buds Z2 9g

The OnePlus Buds Z2 have a weight of 9g . We take in account a lower weight better for the reason that lighter devices are more comfortable to carry.

Jabra Evolve2 Buds, at 10.8g are heavier than the OnePlus Buds Z2 by of 1.8g

Has No Wires Or Cables

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

True wireless devices have no cables linking any part of the device together, OnePlus Buds Z2 are true wireless for this case since they don't have cables. This is a key difference since wireless earbuds have cables connecting the pair of earbuds together.

Jabra Evolve2 Buds also is true wireless since it doesn't have wires linking the two earbuds .

Sweat Resistance

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 are resistant to sweat

Jabra Evolve2 Buds's resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal for use during long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc

Has Stereo Speakers

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience.

Both Jabra Evolve2 Buds and OnePlus Buds Z2 have stereo speakers

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Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

ANC utilises more advanced kind of tech to actively cancel noise. How it works, it studies the sound pattern of incoming noise and then generates a mirror signal to counter it. In simple terms, it's like taking +1 (noise) then adding -1 (counter sound by the device) giving zero hence "diluting" the noise.

OnePlus Buds Z2 have Active Noise Cancellation allowing you to listen at lower levels of volume, good for your ears as you don't have to crank up the earbuds volume to overcome background noise.

The Jabra Evolve2 Buds too have ANC which makes both devices ideal for flights and rush hour commutes. The OnePlus Buds Z2 and Jabra Evolve2 Buds work with different noise cancellation modes, pick the setting that suits your commute or that suites your chill time.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

The OnePlus Buds Z2 stay well in place, this creates a sound covering that tones down your environment sounds while preventing the earbuds voice audio from leaking out .

Both of these devices have passive noise reduction this means that both limit ambient noise without using ANC to cancel it out.

Driver Unit Size

Jabra Evolve2 Buds 6mm

OnePlus Buds Z2 11mm

The OnePlus Buds Z2 driver unit is 11mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, and can produce better bass. A driver unit is the component that makes sound in the device, its size dictates the sound made by the earbuds.

Jabra Evolve2 Buds driver unit is 6mm in diameter, which means that they have a smaller driver unit than that of OnePlus Buds Z2 by 5mm , as many tend to believe 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 indicate that they deliver better quality sound.

Lowest Frequency

Jabra Evolve2 Buds 20Hz

OnePlus Buds Z2 20Hz

OnePlus Buds Z2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well an audio device produces low audible frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it.

Jabra Evolve2 Buds's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that both devices can make sound with equal bass

Highest Frequency

Jabra Evolve2 Buds 20000Hz

OnePlus Buds Z2 20000Hz

OnePlus Buds Z2's highest frequency is at 20000Hz, high-frequency response shows how well an audio device produces high audible frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through.

Jabra Evolve2 Buds's highest frequency is at 20000Hz, this means that both devices can generate equal treble

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Battery Life

Jabra Evolve2 Buds 10hours

OnePlus Buds Z2 7hours

The OnePlus Buds Z2's battery life is 7 hours, these last longer 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 have to charge the device less often.

Jabra Evolve2 Buds's battery life is more than that of OnePlus Buds Z2 by 3 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 have shorter listening time.

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Jabra Evolve2 Buds 21hours

OnePlus Buds Z2 31hours

This is given by the vendor, and OnePlus Buds Z2's case is said to have a full charge of 31 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.

Jabra Evolve2 Buds's charging case has a battery life of 21 hours, less than that of OnePlus Buds Z2 by 10 hours

Charge Time

Jabra Evolve2 Buds 2hours

OnePlus Buds Z2 1.5hours

It requires 1.5 hours to fully charge the OnePlus Buds Z2's battery. It is recommended to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds for the first time.

Jabra Evolve2 Buds takes 2 hours to fully charge the battery, more than that of OnePlus Buds Z2 by 0.5 hours

Battery Power

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✗

OnePlus Buds Z2 40mAh

OnePlus Buds Z2's battery capacity is 40mAh, battery capacity, shows the amount of electrical energy that a battery can keep.

Has Wireless Charging

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✗

The Jabra Evolve2 Buds, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you simply place down on a compatible charging pad.

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the earbuds has a low battery. The battery indicator lights show the charging status of your device and charging case.

Jabra Evolve2 Buds too have a battery level indicator, these allow you to tell the charging state of your earbuds, whether fully charged, or having a low battery.

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Has Usb Type-C

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 support USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable.

Jabra Evolve2 Buds too support USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug comes along with most current laptops, phones, and tablets.

Bluetooth Version

Jabra Evolve2 Buds v5.2

OnePlus Buds Z2 v5.2

The OnePlus Buds Z2 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.

Jabra Evolve2 Buds has a Bluetooth version of 5.2, equal to that of the OnePlus Buds Z2 . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Jabra Evolve2 Buds 20meters

OnePlus Buds Z2 10meters

OnePlus Buds Z2 have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth.

Jabra Evolve2 Buds have a maximum range of 20meters, longer than that of OnePlus Buds Z2 by 10meters

Has Aac

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 support AAC, a codec that is 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.

Being the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the OnePlus Buds Z2 will work fine with your MacBook. If you are planning on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well.

The Jabra Evolve2 Buds 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.

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Number Of Microphones

Jabra Evolve2 Buds 6only

OnePlus Buds Z2 6only

OnePlus Buds Z2 have 6 microphones.

The Jabra Evolve2 Buds microphones are 6, equal to that of the OnePlus Buds Z2 . More microphones result in better sound quality and help the device to filter out noise.

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 use a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are intended to reduce noise from the desired sound.

The Jabra Evolve2 Buds too have a noise-canceling microphone. This is useful in noisy environments.

Highest Mic Frequency

Jabra Evolve2 Buds 8000Hz

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✗

Jabra Evolve2 Buds's highest mic frequency is 8000Hz, high frequencies are better for recording treble. The highest mic frequency of a microphone is known as its upper limiting frequency.

Lowest Mic Frequency

Jabra Evolve2 Buds 80Hz

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✗

The Jabra Evolve2 Buds's lowest mic frequency is 80Hz, low frequencies are best for recording bass. The lowest mic frequency of a microphone is defined as its lower limiting frequency.

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Has Ambient Sound Mode

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✗

Jabra Evolve2 Buds support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient sound so that they can still be heard even while wearing the earbuds

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

The OnePlus Buds Z2 support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when they are removed from your ears .

The Jabra Evolve2 Buds too support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears saving battery life.

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

When misplaced in a room, or can't be found in your bag, OnePlus Buds Z2 support the find earbuds feature.

Jabra Evolve2 Buds also have the find earbuds feature. Simply use the device app on your smartphone to play an alarm from your earbuds to help you find them.

Supports Fast Charging

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

The OnePlus Buds Z2 support fast charging. Usually, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to charge a device.

Jabra Evolve2 Buds support fast charging. It's very similar to regular charging, just that the battery is filling up much faster. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in 30 minutes.

Multipoint Count

Jabra Evolve2 Buds 2only

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✗

Jabra Evolve2 Buds have a multipoint of 2 connections, the multipoint feature allows you to link to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. For example, you can switch calls from one device to another without having to manually disconnect and reconnect.

Has A Mute Function

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 have a mute function, they support the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.

The Jabra Evolve2 Buds too support the mute function. It means that you unilaterally turn off the device's microphone, but still hear the other party's voice.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

The OnePlus Buds Z2, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the device.

The Jabra Evolve2 Buds also have a control panel on them.

Warranty Period

Jabra Evolve2 Buds 2Years

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✗

Jabra Evolve2 Buds have a warranty period of 2 Years, the period of time that warrant free repair and adjustment services in case of a malfunction occurring under normal use following instruction manuals.

Has Voice Prompts

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 support voice prompts. Automatically receive information through audio messages, say if there is a problem with the connection.

Jabra Evolve2 Buds also have voice prompts .i.e the device will notify you when the battery is low, and it's time to recharge them.

Travel Bag Is Included

Jabra Evolve2 Buds ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 come with a special pouch. Carrying earphones openly, or placing them inside your bag without a cover may easily damage them.

Jabra Evolve2 Buds also have a travel bag included, which offers safe transportation.

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Category	Features	Jabra Evolve2 Buds	OnePlus Buds Z2
DESIGN	ingress protection (ip) rating	IP54	IP55
	weight	10.8g	9g
	has no wires or cables	✓	✓
	sweat resistance	✓	✓
	has stereo speakers	✓	✓
SOUND QUALITY	has active noise cancellation (noise control)	✓	✓
	has passive noise reduction	✓	✓
	driver unit size	6mm	11mm
	lowest frequency	20Hz	20Hz
	highest frequency	20000Hz	20000Hz
POWER	battery life	10hours	7hours
	battery life of charging case	21hours	31hours
	charge time	2hours	1.5hours
	battery power	✗	40mAh
	has wireless charging	✓	✗
	has a battery level indicator	✓	✓
CONNECTIVITY	has usb type-c	✓	✓
	bluetooth version	v5.2	v5.2
	maximum bluetooth range	20meters	10meters
	has aac	✓	✓
MICROPHONE	number of microphones	6only	6only
	has a noise-canceling microphone	✓	✓
	highest mic frequency	8000Hz	✗
	lowest mic frequency	80Hz	✗
EXTRAS	has ambient sound mode	✓	✗
	has in/on-ear detection	✓	✓
	has find earbuds feature	✓	✓
	supports fast charging	✓	✓
	multipoint count	2only	✗
	has a mute function	✓	✓
	control panel placed on a device	✓	✓
	warranty period	2Years	✗
	has voice prompts	✓	✓
	travel bag is included	✓	✓
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A summary of the review by feature comparison

A breakdown of the review per specifications

Design

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Weight

Has No Wires Or Cables

Sweat Resistance

Has Stereo Speakers

Sound Quality

Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Driver Unit Size

Lowest Frequency

Highest Frequency

Power

Battery Life

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Charge Time

Battery Power

Has Wireless Charging

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Connectivity

Has Usb Type-C

Bluetooth Version

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Has Aac

Microphone

Number Of Microphones

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Highest Mic Frequency

Lowest Mic Frequency

Extras

Has Ambient Sound Mode

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Supports Fast Charging

Multipoint Count

Has A Mute Function

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Warranty Period

Has Voice Prompts

Travel Bag Is Included

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