IP ratings is the level of protection given by an enclosure, against dust and water. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value of the IP rating represents protection against solids such as dust, followed by the one that refers to protection against liquids (sweat).
Scoring IPX7, the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro's rating for solids indicates that no data available to specify a protection rating, and the second value of 7 means that they are protected against temporary immersion in water under set conditions, say 1 metre for 30 minutes. In comparison to the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro, Nothing Ear 1 have a rating of IPX4 meaning that
we are not yet certain of their rating with solids (dust)
and that of liquids is that,
Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro has a higher liquid rating than Nothing Ear 1
Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro have a weight of 11g . We prefer a lower weight best because lighter devices are easier to transport.
Nothing Ear 1, at 9.4g
weigh less than the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro by -1.6g
True wireless devices have no wires linking any part of the device together, Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro are true wireless for this matter since they have no wires. This is a major difference as some wireless earbuds have cables connecting the two earbuds together. Nothing Ear 1 also is true wireless since it doesn't have wires connecting the 2 earbuds .
Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro have wingtips, these are commonly used for earbuds for workouts and are usually an optional add-on to the separate silicone ear tip for a more secure fit.
Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro are resistant to sweat
Nothing Ear 1's resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal for use during long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro are both dustproof and water-resistant. Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro have stereo speakers, what this means is that Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro's speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience. The Nothing Ear 1 also have stereo speakers
ANC uses more advanced technology to actively counter noise.
How it works, it studies the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and generates a mirror signal to cancel it out. In simple terms, it's like taking +1 (noise) and adding -1 (counter sound by the device) to make zero which results in a reduced level of noise.
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro have ANC allowing you to listen at lower levels of volume, good for your ears since you don't need to crank up the earbuds volume to outcompete background sounds.
Nothing Ear 1 too have Active Noise Cancellation making both devices ideal for flights and rush hour travels. The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro and Nothing Ear 1 operate with different noise cancellation types, pick the noise cancellation type that suits your travel or that suites your chill time. Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro sit well in place, this creates an acoustic seal that tones down background noise while preventing the device sound from leaking out .
Both Nothing Ear 1, and Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro have passive noise reduction this means that they reduce ambient noise without using ANC to cancel it out.
Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro have a unit size of 10mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, therefor producing better bass. A driver unit is basically a mini speaker that makes sound in the earbuds, the unit size corellates with the sound made by the device. Nothing Ear 1 driver unit is 11.6mm in diameter,
making them have a larger driver unit than that of Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro by 1.6mm
, a common assumption that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.
However, large drivers find it difficult to produce high frequencies so it's true that, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not mean that they produce better quality sound. The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well an audio component produces low frequencies that can be heard, and if it alters the signal on its way through. Nothing Ear 1's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that
both devices produce equal bass
Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response indicates how well a particular audio device generates high recognizable frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal while at it.
Nothing Ear 1's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that
both devices can produce equal treble
The sound pressure level, is the level of pressure of sound, measured in decibels, dB, Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro's measurement is 25dB/mW. Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source. Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro's battery life is 8 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 longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings. Nothing Ear 1's battery life is
less than that of Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro 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 time, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time.
This is given by the vendor, and the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro's case has a charge of 18 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. Nothing Ear 1's charging case has a battery life of 29 hours,
more than that of Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro by 11 hours
Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro, the device supports wireless charging.
To charge the device, you simply put down on a compatible charging pad. Nothing Ear 1 also support wireless charging, always look out for the charging standard of a device. The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the device has a low battery.
The battery indicator lights indicate the charging state of your earbuds and charging case. Nothing Ear 1 too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators enable you to tell the charging state of your earbuds, whether fully charged, or the battery is running low. Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro have USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable.
Nothing Ear 1 too have USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current electronics. Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro have Bluetooth version of 5.3, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.
Nothing Ear 1 has a Bluetooth version of 5.2,
older than that of Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers. Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth. Nothing Ear 1 have a maximum range of 10meters,
equal to that of the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro
Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro support AAC, a codec used for Bluetooth audio.
It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Since it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it provides better results than other codecs at a similar bit rate.
Being the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro will work fine with your iPhone.
If you intend on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well. The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro have 6 microphones. Nothing Ear 1 microphones are 6,
equal to that of the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro
. More microphones result in better sound quality and help the earbuds to filter out noise.
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro have a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are made to reduce noise from the desired sound. The Nothing Ear 1 too have a noise-canceling type of microphone. Especially useful in noisy areas.
Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient sound to still be heard even while wearing them
The Nothing Ear 1 support ambient sound mode as well, helpful when you want to listen to music but also be aware of what’s happening around you, for example when you’re having a jog but would still want to hear traffic. The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when they are removed from your ears .
Nothing Ear 1 support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears improving your listening experience. If lost in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro support the find earbuds feature.
Nothing Ear 1 too have the find earbuds feature. Simply use the earbuds app on your smartphone to play a sound from your device to help you find them. The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro support fast charging.
Commonly, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the time it takes to charge the earbuds. The Nothing Ear 1 support fast charging. It's very similar to regular charging, only that the battery fills up much faster.
Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in thirty minutes. Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro have a mute function, they have the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds. The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the earbuds.
Nothing Ear 1 too have a control panel on them. The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro support voice prompts. Automatically receive information via audio messages, like if there is a problem with the connection.
Nothing Ear 1 too have voice prompts meaning the earbuds will notify you if the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge them. The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro come with a special case. Carrying earbuds without a case, or putting them inside your bag without a casing may easily damage them.
Nothing Ear 1 too have a case included, which is useful for safe transportation.
