A breakdown of the review per specifications

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

OnePlus Buds Z2 IP55

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro IPX4

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

Scoring 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 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, Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro have a rating of IPX4 meaning that no data available to specify a protection rating and that of liquids is that, Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro has a lower liquid rating than OnePlus Buds Z2

Weight

OnePlus Buds Z2 9g

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro 12.2g

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

The Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro, at 12.2g weigh more than the OnePlus Buds Z2 by of 3.2g

Has No Wires Or Cables

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✓

For a device to be true wireless it should have no wires linking any part of the device together, OnePlus Buds Z2 are true wireless for this case since they don't have wires. This is a key distinction as some wireless earbuds have wires connecting the two earbuds .

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro also is true wireless because it has no cables connecting the two earbuds together.

Sweat Resistance

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✗

OnePlus Buds Z2 are resistant to sweat

Has Stereo Speakers

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 have stereo speakers, what this means is that OnePlus Buds Z2's speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience.

The Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro also have stereo speakers

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Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✓

Active noise cancellation makes use of advanced technology to actively cancel noise. ANC works when, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and generates a mirror signal to cancel it out. Simply put, it's like having +1 (noise) then adding -1 (counter sound by the device) to make zero which results in a reduced level of noise.

OnePlus Buds Z2 have Active Noise Cancellation enabling you to listen at lower volume levels, good for your ears since you don't need to crank up the device volume to overcome background noise.

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro too have Active Noise Cancellation which makes either of the devices ideal for plane rides and morning commutes. Each operate with different noise cancellation types, pick the noise cancellation type that suits your commute or that enhances your chill time.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✓

The OnePlus Buds Z2 sit well in place, creating a sound covering that reduces background sounds and also prevents the device sound from leaking out at the same.

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

Driver Unit Size

OnePlus Buds Z2 11mm

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro 11mm

OnePlus Buds Z2 have a unit size of 11mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, therefor producing better bass. A driver unit is the component that makes sound in the earbuds, the unit size determines the loudness of the device.

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro driver unit is 11mm in diameter, making both Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro, and OnePlus Buds Z2 similar in how loud their sound gets , 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 yeah, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not imply that they produce better quality sound.

Lowest Frequency

OnePlus Buds Z2 20Hz

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✗

The OnePlus Buds Z2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well an audio device produces low frequencies that can be heard, and if it alters the signal while at it.

Highest Frequency

OnePlus Buds Z2 20000Hz

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✗

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

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Battery Life

OnePlus Buds Z2 7hours

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro 7hours

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

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro's battery life is equal to that of the OnePlus Buds Z2 . Every time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less playing 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

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro 21hours

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

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

Charge Time

OnePlus Buds Z2 1.5hours

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro 0.52hours

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

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro takes 0.52 hours to fully charge the battery, less than that of OnePlus Buds Z2 by 0.98 hours

Battery Power

OnePlus Buds Z2 40mAh

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✗

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

Has Wireless Charging

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✗

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✓

The Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the device, you simply put down on a compatible charging pad.

Has A Battery Level Indicator

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✓

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

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators allow you tell the charging state of your device, if charged fully, or having a low battery.

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Has Usb Type-C

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✓

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

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro too use USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug comes along with most current electronics.

Bluetooth Version

OnePlus Buds Z2 v5.2

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro v5.2

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.

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

Maximum Bluetooth Range

OnePlus Buds Z2 10meters

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro 10meters

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

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the OnePlus Buds Z2

Has Aac

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✗

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 are planning on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well.

Has Aptx Adaptive

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✗

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✓

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro support APTX Adaptive, an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that are developed by Qualcomm. It has a variable bit rate (between 279kbps and 420kbps).

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Number Of Microphones

OnePlus Buds Z2 6only

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro 6only

OnePlus Buds Z2 have 6 microphones.

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro 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

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✓

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

The Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro too have a noise-canceling microphone. This is useful in noisy environments.

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Has Ambient Sound Mode

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✗

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✓

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient noises to still be heard even while wearing the earbuds

Has In/On-Ear Detection

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✓

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

The Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro 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

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✓

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

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro too have the find earbuds feature. Use the device app on your smartphone to play a sound from your earbuds to find them.

Supports Fast Charging

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✓

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 fully charge the earbuds.

Also the Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro 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 just 30 minutes.

Multipoint Count

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✗

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro 2only

The Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro have a multipoint of 2 connections, this feature allows you connect to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. For example, you can seemlessly switch calls from one device to another without having to manually disconnect and reconnect.

Has A Mute Function

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✓

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

The Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro too support the mute function. The mute function means that you are in position turn off the earbuds' microphone, but still hear the other party's voice.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✓

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

The Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro also have a control panel on them.

Has Voice Prompts

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✓

OnePlus Buds Z2 have voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information via audio messages, like if there is an issue with the connection.

The Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro too have voice prompts meaning the earbuds will notify you if the battery is running low, and you need to recharge the earbuds.

Travel Bag Is Included

OnePlus Buds Z2 ✓

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro ✓

The OnePlus Buds Z2 come with a special pouch. Carrying earbuds without a case, or placing them in your bag without a cover may easily put them at risk of getting damaged.

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro too have a travel bag included, which is useful for safe transportation.

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Category	Features	OnePlus Buds Z2	Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro
DESIGN	ingress protection (ip) rating	IP55	IPX4
	weight	9g	12.2g
	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	11mm	11mm
	lowest frequency	20Hz	✗
	highest frequency	20000Hz	✗
POWER	battery life	7hours	7hours
	battery life of charging case	31hours	21hours
	charge time	1.5hours	0.52hours
	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	10meters	10meters
	has aac	✓	✗
	has aptx adaptive	✗	✓
MICROPHONE	number of microphones	6only	6only
MICROPHONE	has a noise-canceling microphone	✓	✓
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	✓	✓
	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

Has Aptx Adaptive

Microphone

Number Of Microphones

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

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

Has Voice Prompts

Travel Bag Is Included

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