A breakdown of the review per specifications

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

OnePlus Buds Z2 IP55

Skullcandy Indy Fuel IP55

IP ratings refer to the rank of protection given by an enclosure, against solids and water. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value means protection against solids say dust, while the second refers to resistance against liquids (water).

Scoring 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.

In comparison to the OnePlus Buds Z2, Skullcandy Indy Fuel have a rating of IP55 meaning that they both have the same rating against dust and that of liquids is that, they both have the same rating against liquids

Weight

OnePlus Buds Z2 9g

Skullcandy Indy Fuel 57g

OnePlus Buds Z2 have a weight of 9g . We prefer a lower weight better because lighter devices are more comfortable to transport.

The Skullcandy Indy Fuel, at 57g are heavier than the OnePlus Buds Z2 with a difference of 48g

Has No Wires Or Cables

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

Skullcandy Indy Fuel ✓

True wireless devices have no wires linking any part of the device together, OnePlus Buds Z2 are true wireless for this matter since they don't have cables. This is a major difference as some wireless earbuds have cables connecting the two earbuds .

Skullcandy Indy Fuel also is true wireless because it has no wires linking the pair of earbuds .

Wingtips Included

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✗

Skullcandy Indy Fuel ✓

Skullcandy Indy Fuel have wingtips, these are commonly used for workout earbuds and are usually an optional add-on to each silicone ear tip for a better fit.

Sweat Resistance

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

Skullcandy Indy Fuel ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 have sweat resistance

Skullcandy Indy Fuel's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use during long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc

Is Dust Proof And Water-Resistant

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✗

Skullcandy Indy Fuel ✓

Skullcandy Indy Fuel are both dustproof and water-resistant.

Has Stereo Speakers

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

Skullcandy Indy Fuel ✓

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

Both Skullcandy Indy Fuel and OnePlus Buds Z2 have stereo speakers

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Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

Skullcandy Indy Fuel ✗

Active noise cancellation uses advanced technology to actively cancel noise. ANC works when, it studies the sound pattern of incoming noise and after inverts the soundwaves to cancel it out. In simple terms, it's like taking +1 (sound from your surrounding) then adding -1 (inverted noise) giving 0 therefore "diluting" the noise.

The OnePlus Buds Z2 have ANC allowing you to listen at lower levels of volume, good for your ears since you don't have to crank up the device volume to outcompete background sounds.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

Skullcandy Indy Fuel ✓

The OnePlus Buds Z2 sit tightly in place, this creates a sound covering that tones down background sounds well as preventing the device sound from leaking out at the same.

Both Skullcandy Indy Fuel, and OnePlus Buds Z2 have passive noise reduction this means that they reduce ambient noise instead of actively using ANC to cancel it out.

Driver Unit Size

OnePlus Buds Z2 11mm

Skullcandy Indy Fuel 6mm

OnePlus Buds Z2 driver unit is 11mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, and can produce better bass. The driver unit is basically a mini speaker that makes sound in the earbuds, its size corellates with the sound produced by the earbuds.

Skullcandy Indy Fuel driver unit is 6mm in diameter, which implies 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 usually have difficulty producing high frequencies so it's true that, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not imply that they produce better quality sound.

Lowest Frequency

OnePlus Buds Z2 20Hz

Skullcandy Indy Fuel 20Hz

OnePlus Buds Z2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well a particular audio component generates low audible frequencies and if it alters the signal while at it.

Skullcandy Indy Fuel's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that both devices can make sound with equal bass

Highest Frequency

OnePlus Buds Z2 20000Hz

Skullcandy Indy Fuel 20000Hz

The OnePlus Buds Z2's highest frequency is at 20000Hz, high-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio component makes high recognizable frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal while at it.

Skullcandy Indy Fuel's highest frequency is at 20000Hz, this implies that both devices generate equal treble

Sound Pressure Level

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✗

Skullcandy Indy Fuel 105dB/mW

The sound pressure level, is the level of pressure of sound, measured in decibels, dB, Skullcandy Indy Fuel's measurement is 105dB/mW. Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source.

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Battery Life

OnePlus Buds Z2 7hours

Skullcandy Indy Fuel 3hours

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 commonly given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings.

Skullcandy Indy Fuel's battery life is less than that of OnePlus Buds Z2 by 4 hours . Each 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.

Battery Life Of Charging Case

OnePlus Buds Z2 31hours

Skullcandy Indy Fuel 27hours

This is given by the manufacturer, and the OnePlus Buds Z2's case has a full charge of 31 hours. A charging case with more battery hours allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go many times before having to recharge the case itself.

Skullcandy Indy Fuel's charging case has a battery life of 27 hours, less than that of OnePlus Buds Z2 by 4 hours

Charge Time

OnePlus Buds Z2 1.5hours

Skullcandy Indy Fuel 0.3hours

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 when they have been unused for extended periods.

Skullcandy Indy Fuel takes 0.3 hours to fully charge the battery, less than that of OnePlus Buds Z2 by 1.2 hours

Battery Power

OnePlus Buds Z2 40mAh

Skullcandy Indy Fuel ✗

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

Has Wireless Charging

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✗

Skullcandy Indy Fuel ✓

Skullcandy Indy Fuel, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you just put down on a compatible charging pad.

Has A Battery Level Indicator

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

Skullcandy Indy Fuel ✓

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

Skullcandy Indy Fuel too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators enable you to determine the charging state of your device, whether fully charged, or the battery is running low.

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Has Usb Type-C

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

Skullcandy Indy Fuel ✗

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

Bluetooth Version

OnePlus Buds Z2 v5.2

Skullcandy Indy Fuel v5

OnePlus Buds Z2 have Bluetooth version of 5.2, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.

Skullcandy Indy Fuel has a Bluetooth version of 5, older than that of OnePlus Buds Z2 . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

OnePlus Buds Z2 10meters

Skullcandy Indy Fuel ✗

OnePlus Buds Z2 have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth.

Has Aac

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

Skullcandy Indy Fuel ✗

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 the same 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 , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well.

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Number Of Microphones

OnePlus Buds Z2 6only

Skullcandy Indy Fuel ✗

OnePlus Buds Z2 have 6 microphones.

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

Skullcandy Indy Fuel ✗

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

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Has In/On-Ear Detection

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

Skullcandy Indy Fuel ✗

OnePlus Buds Z2 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.

Has Find Earbuds Feature

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

Skullcandy Indy Fuel ✗

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

Supports Fast Charging

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

Skullcandy Indy Fuel ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 support fast charging. Most often, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the amount of time it takes to charge the earbuds.

Also the Skullcandy Indy Fuel too 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 is charged to 50% in 30 minutes.

Has A Mute Function

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

Skullcandy Indy Fuel ✓

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

The Skullcandy Indy Fuel also support this function. The mute function means that you unilaterally turn off the earbuds' microphone, but you can still hear the other party's voice.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

Skullcandy Indy Fuel ✓

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

The Skullcandy Indy Fuel also have a control panel on them.

Has Voice Prompts

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

Skullcandy Indy Fuel ✓

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

The Skullcandy Indy Fuel too support voice prompts meaning the earbuds notifies you if the battery is low, and you need to recharge the earbuds.

Travel Bag Is Included

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

Skullcandy Indy Fuel ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 come with their own special case. Carrying earphones without a case, or putting them in your pockets without a cover may easily damage them.

Skullcandy Indy Fuel too have a travel bag included, which is useful for safe transportation.

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Category	Features	OnePlus Buds Z2	Skullcandy Indy Fuel
DESIGN	ingress protection (ip) rating	IP55	IP55
	weight	9g	57g
	has no wires or cables	✓	✓
	wingtips included	✗	✓
	sweat resistance	✓	✓
	is dust proof and water-resistant	✗	✓
	has stereo speakers	✓	✓
SOUND QUALITY	has active noise cancellation (noise control)	✓	✗
	has passive noise reduction	✓	✓
	driver unit size	11mm	6mm
	lowest frequency	20Hz	20Hz
	highest frequency	20000Hz	20000Hz
	sound pressure level	✗	105dB/mW
POWER	battery life	7hours	3hours
	battery life of charging case	31hours	27hours
	charge time	1.5hours	0.3hours
	battery power	40mAh	✗
	has wireless charging	✗	✓
	has a battery level indicator	✓	✓
CONNECTIVITY	has usb type-c	✓	✗
	bluetooth version	v5.2	v5
	maximum bluetooth range	10meters	✗
	has aac	✓	✗
MICROPHONE	number of microphones	6only	✗
MICROPHONE	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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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

Wingtips Included

Sweat Resistance

Is Dust Proof And Water-Resistant

Has Stereo Speakers

Sound Quality

Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Driver Unit Size

Lowest Frequency

Highest Frequency

Sound Pressure Level

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

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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