Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2
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Raycon Fitness Earbuds
See price on AmazonOverall Score 7 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
Category | Features | Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 | Raycon Fitness Earbuds |
---|---|---|---|
DESIGN | ingress protection (ip) rating | IPX4 | IPX7 |
weight | 12.5g | 141.75g | |
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 | 9.3mm | 8mm | |
lowest frequency | 20Hz | 10Hz | |
highest frequency | 20,000Hz | 40,000Hz | |
POWER | battery life | 6hours | 12hours |
battery life of charging case | 18hours | 44hours | |
charge time | 2hours | 1hours | |
has a battery level indicator | ✓ | ✓ | |
CONNECTIVITY | has usb type-c | ✓ | ✓ |
bluetooth version | v5.3 | v5.3 | |
maximum bluetooth range | 10meters | 10meters | |
has aac | ✓ | ✗ | |
has aptx adaptive | ✓ | ✗ | |
MICROPHONE | number of microphones | 8only | 4only |
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 | 2only | |
has a mute function | ✓ | ✓ | |
control panel placed on a device | ✓ | ✓ | |
warranty period | ✗ | 1Years | |
has voice prompts | ✓ | ✓ | |
travel bag is included | ✓ | ✓ | |
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IP ratings is the rank of protection given by a casing, 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).
Having a value of IPX7, the Raycon Fitness Earbuds's rating is read as, the first number of X denotes that no data available to specify a protection rating, and of liquids that they are protected against temporary immersion in water under set conditions, say 1 metre for 30 minutes. Compared to the Raycon Fitness Earbuds, Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have a rating of IPX4 meaning that
we are not yet certain of their rating with solids (dust)
and that of liquids is that,
Raycon Fitness Earbuds has a higher liquid rating than Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2
Raycon Fitness Earbuds have a weight of 141.75g . We prefer a lower weight best for the reason that lighter devices are more comfortable to move with.
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2, at 12.5g weigh less than the Raycon Fitness Earbuds by -129.25g True wireless devices have no cables connecting any part of the device together, Raycon Fitness Earbuds are true wireless for this case since they have no cables. This is a major distinction since wireless earbuds have wires connecting the pair of earbuds . Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 also is true wireless since it doesn't have cables linking the pair of earbuds together. Raycon Fitness Earbuds are resistant to sweat Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2's resistance to sweat makes both devices good for use during long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc Raycon Fitness Earbuds are both dustproof and water-resistant.
Raycon Fitness Earbuds have stereo speakers, what this means is that Raycon Fitness Earbuds's speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience. The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 also have stereo speakers Active noise cancellation makes use of advanced kind of tech to reduce unwanted ambient sounds. ANC works when, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern of incoming noise and after inverts the soundwaves to counter it.
In simple terms, it's like having +1 (sound from your surrounding) then producing -1 (counter sound by the device) giving zero resulting in a reduced level of noise.
Raycon Fitness Earbuds have ANC enabling you to listen at lower volume levels, causing less ear fatigue as you don't need to crank up the earbuds volume to outcompete background sounds. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 too have Active Noise Cancellation making both devices ideal for flights and morning commutes.
Each operate with different noise cancellation modes, pick the noise cancellation type that you prefer for travel or that enhances your chill time. Raycon Fitness Earbuds stay well in place, creating an acoustic seal that tones down background sounds while preventing the earbuds voice audio from leaking out at the same. Both Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2, and Raycon Fitness Earbuds have passive noise reduction which means that they tone down ambient noise without using ANC to cancel it out.
The Raycon Fitness Earbuds have a unit size of 8mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, and can produce better bass. A driver unit is the component that produces sound in the device, the unit size determines the sound made by the earbuds. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 driver unit is 9.3mm in diameter, making them have a larger driver unit than that of Raycon Fitness Earbuds by 1.3mm , 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 yes, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not indicate that they produce better quality sound. Raycon Fitness Earbuds's lowest frequency is at 10Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well an audio device generates low frequencies that can be heard, and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that
Raycon Fitness Earbuds make sound with a juicier bass than the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2
Raycon Fitness Earbuds's highest frequency is at 40,000Hz, high-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio component generates high audible frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal while at it.
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that Raycon Fitness Earbuds can generate a clearer and crispier treble than the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 Raycon Fitness Earbuds's battery life is 12 hours, these last longer than 5 hours of listening which is considered average for a single charge. 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. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2's battery life is less than that of Raycon Fitness Earbuds by 6 hours . Every time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less listening time.
The effect is not noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time. This is given by the manufacturer, and Raycon Fitness Earbuds's case has a full charge of 44 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go multiple times before having to recharge the case itself.
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2's charging case has a battery life of 18 hours, less than that of Raycon Fitness Earbuds by 26 hours It takes 1 hours to fully charge the Raycon Fitness Earbuds's battery. It is highly adivsable to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds when they have been unused for extended periods. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 takes 2 hours to fully charge the battery, more than that of Raycon Fitness Earbuds by 1 hours The Raycon Fitness Earbuds have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the device has a low battery.
Its lights show the charging state of your earbuds and case. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 too have a battery level indicator, these enable you tell the charging state of your device, whether fully charged, or the battery is running low. Raycon Fitness Earbuds support USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable.
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 too have USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug comes along with most current electronics. The Raycon Fitness Earbuds have Bluetooth version of 5.3, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows 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, equal to that of the Raycon Fitness Earbuds . Newer versions provide faster data transfers. The Raycon Fitness Earbuds have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the Raycon Fitness Earbuds Raycon Fitness Earbuds have 4 microphones.
The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 microphones are 8, more than that of Raycon Fitness Earbuds by 4 . More microphones result in better sound quality and help the earbuds to filter out background sounds. Raycon Fitness Earbuds use a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are intended to filter out background sounds from the desired sound. The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 too have a noise-canceling type of microphone.
Especially useful in noisy environments. Raycon Fitness Earbuds support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient sound to still be heard even while wearing them The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 support ambient sound mode as well, it’s useful when you want to listen to music but also be aware of your surrounding, for example when you’re having a run but would still want to hear traffic. Raycon Fitness Earbuds support fast charging.
Most often, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the time it takes to charge a device. Also the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 too support fast charging. This kind is 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. The Raycon Fitness Earbuds support multipoint of 2 connections, this feature allows you to link to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. Say, you can seemlessly switch calls from one device to another without manually disconnect and reconnect.
The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 support multipoint count of 2, equal to that of the Raycon Fitness Earbuds . Bluetooth multipoint is useful because you can be on one call and not miss notifications from another device. Raycon Fitness Earbuds have a mute function, they have the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device. The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 too have the mute function.
The mute function means that you unilaterally turn off the device's microphone, but still hear the other party's voice. The Raycon Fitness Earbuds, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the earbuds. The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 too have a control panel on them.
The Raycon Fitness Earbuds have a warranty period of 1 Years, the period of time that warrant free repair and adjustment services in case of a malfunction occurring under normal use that has followed instruction manuals. The Raycon Fitness Earbuds support voice prompts. Automatically receive information through audio messages, like if there is an issue with the connection.
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 also have voice prompts .i.e the device will notify you when the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge them. The Raycon Fitness Earbuds come with a special pouch. Carrying earphones without a case, or putting them in your bag without a casing may easily put them at risk of getting damaged.
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 also have a travel bag included, which is useful for safe transportation.