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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 | ✗ |
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 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
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
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 .
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.
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
Skullcandy Indy Fuel are both dustproof and water-resistant.
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
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.
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.
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.
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
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
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.
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.
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
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
OnePlus Buds Z2's battery power is 40mAh, battery power, represents the amount of electrical energy that a battery can keep.
Skullcandy Indy Fuel, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you just put down on a compatible charging pad.
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.
OnePlus Buds Z2 have USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable.
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.
OnePlus Buds Z2 have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth.
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.
OnePlus Buds Z2 have 6 microphones.
OnePlus Buds Z2 use a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are intended to reduce noise from the desired sound.
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.
When lost in a room, or can't be found in your bag, the OnePlus Buds Z2 support the find earbuds feature.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.