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Category | Features | LG Tone Free Fit TF8 | Sennheiser CX 500BT |
---|---|---|---|
DESIGN | ingress protection (ip) rating | IP67 | IPX4 |
weight | 5.7g | 12g | |
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 | 6mm | ✗ | |
lowest frequency | 20Hz | 5Hz | |
highest frequency | 20000Hz | 21000Hz | |
sound pressure level | ✗ | 94dB/mW | |
POWER | battery life | 10hours | 8hours |
battery life of charging case | 20hours | 16hours | |
charge time | 1hours | ✗ | |
battery power | 68mAh | ✗ | |
has wireless charging | ✓ | ✗ | |
has a battery level indicator | ✓ | ✓ | |
CONNECTIVITY | has usb type-c | ✓ | ✓ |
bluetooth version | v5.3 | v5.2 | |
maximum bluetooth range | 10meters | 10meters | |
has aac | ✓ | ✓ | |
has aptx adaptive | ✗ | ✓ | |
MICROPHONE | number of microphones | 6only | 4only |
has a noise-canceling microphone | ✓ | ✓ | |
highest mic frequency | ✗ | 10000Hz | |
lowest mic frequency | ✗ | 100Hz | |
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 | ✓ | ✓ | |
warranty period | ✗ | 2Years | |
has voice prompts | ✓ | ✓ | |
travel bag is included | ✓ | ✓ | |
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Ingress protection ratings refer to the rank of protection given by an enclosure, against solids and liquids. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value means protection against solids say dust, while the second refers to protection against liquids (water).
Scoring IPX4, the Sennheiser CX 500BT'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 can withstand low pressure spray similar to that of a shower head when tilted at 180° for 10 minutes.
In comparison to the Sennheiser CX 500BT, LG Tone Free Fit TF8 have a rating of IP67 meaning that
they are completely dust proof
and that of liquids is that,
Sennheiser CX 500BT has a lower liquid rating than LG Tone Free Fit TF8
Sennheiser CX 500BT have a weight of 12g . We consider a lower weight better because lighter devices are easier to move with.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8, at 5.7g
weigh less than the Sennheiser CX 500BT with a difference -6.3g
True wireless devices have no cables connecting any part of the device together, Sennheiser CX 500BT are true wireless for this matter since they have no wires. This is a key distinction since wireless earbuds have cables linking the pair of earbuds .
LG Tone Free Fit TF8 also is true wireless because it has no wires connecting the two earbuds .
LG Tone Free Fit TF8 have wingtips, these are commonly used for workout earbuds and come as an optional add-on to each silicone ear tip for a more secure fit.
Sennheiser CX 500BT have sweat resistance
LG Tone Free Fit TF8's resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal for use during long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc
LG Tone Free Fit TF8 are both dustproof and water-resistant.
Sennheiser CX 500BT have stereo speakers, what this means is that Sennheiser CX 500BT's speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience.
The LG Tone Free Fit TF8 also have stereo speakers
Active noise cancellation utilises more advanced technology to actively cancel noise. How it works, it studies the sound pattern of incoming noise and generates a mirror signal to cancel it out. In simple terms, it's like taking +1 (noise) then adding -1 (counter sound by the device) to make 0 hence "diluting" the noise.
Sennheiser CX 500BT have Active Noise Cancellation enabling you to listen at lower volume levels, causing less ear fatigue since you don't have to crank up the earbuds volume to outcompete background sounds.
The LG Tone Free Fit TF8 too have ANC making both earbuds ideal for flights and rush hour travels. Each work with different noise cancellation modes, pick the noise cancellation type that suits your commute or that suites your chill time.
The Sennheiser CX 500BT sit tightly in place, this creates an acoustic seal that reduces background sounds and also prevents the device voice audio from leaking out .
Both of these devices have passive noise reduction this means that both reduce ambient noise without using ANC to cancel it out.
The LG Tone Free Fit TF8 driver unit is 6mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, and can produce better bass. The driver unit is basically a mini speaker that produces sound in the device, the unit size determines the loudness of the earbuds.
The Sennheiser CX 500BT's lowest frequency is at 5Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well a particular audio component produces low frequencies that can be heard, and if it alters the signal while at it.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that
Sennheiser CX 500BT can produce a juicier bass than the LG Tone Free Fit TF8
Sennheiser CX 500BT's highest frequency is at 21000Hz, high-frequency response indicates how well an audio device produces high audible frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal on its way through.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8's highest frequency is at 20000Hz, this implies that
Sennheiser CX 500BT generate a clearer and crispier treble than the LG Tone Free Fit TF8
The sound pressure level, is the pressure level of sound, in decibels, dB, Sennheiser CX 500BT's measurement is 94dB/mW. Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source.
Sennheiser CX 500BT's battery life is 8 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 longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and have to charge the device less often.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8's battery life is
more than that of Sennheiser CX 500BT by 2 hours
. Each time you recharge your earbuds, 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.
The battery life of the charging case is given by the manufacturer, and Sennheiser CX 500BT's case is said to have a charge of 16 hours. A charging case with more battery hours enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go several times before having to recharge the case itself.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8's charging case has a battery life of 20 hours,
more than that of Sennheiser CX 500BT by 4 hours
It requires 1 hours to fully charge the LG Tone Free Fit TF8's battery. It is recommended to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds for the first time.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8's battery power is 68mAh, battery power, represents the amount of electrical energy that a battery can keep.
The LG Tone Free Fit TF8, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the device, you simply place down on a compatible charging pad.
The Sennheiser CX 500BT have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the earbuds has a low battery. Its lights indicate the charging state of your earbuds and case.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8 too have a battery level indicator, these allow you tell the charging state of your earbuds, if charged fully, or the battery is running low.
Sennheiser CX 500BT use USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8 too support USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current laptops, phones, and tablets.
The Sennheiser CX 500BT have Bluetooth version of 5.2, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data transfers between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8 has a Bluetooth version of 5.3,
newer than that of Sennheiser CX 500BT
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
The Sennheiser CX 500BT have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8 have a maximum range of 10meters,
equal to that of the Sennheiser CX 500BT
Sennheiser CX 500BT support AAC, a codec that is used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Since it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it provides better results than other codecs at the same bit rate.
Since its the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Sennheiser CX 500BT will work well with your iPhone. If you intend on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well.
The LG Tone Free Fit TF8 support AAC as well. Designed to be the successor of the MP3 format, AAC generally achieves higher sound quality than MP3 encoders at the same bit rate.
The Sennheiser CX 500BT support APTX Adaptive, an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that are developed by Qualcomm. It has a variable bit rate (between 279kbps and 420kbps).
Sennheiser CX 500BT have 4 microphones.
While the LG Tone Free Fit TF8 microphones are 6,
more than that of Sennheiser CX 500BT by 2
. More microphones result in better sound quality and help the earbuds to filter out noise.
The Sennheiser CX 500BT use a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are designed to filter out noise from the earbuds' sound.
The LG Tone Free Fit TF8 too have a noise-canceling microphone. Especially useful in noisy areas.
Sennheiser CX 500BT's highest mic frequency is 10000Hz, high frequencies are better for recording treble. The highest mic frequency of a microphone is defined as its upper limiting frequency.
Sennheiser CX 500BT's lowest mic frequency is 100Hz, low frequencies are best for recording bass. The lowest mic frequency of a microphone is defined as its lower limiting frequency.
The Sennheiser CX 500BT support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient sound to still be heard even when wearing the earbuds
The LG Tone Free Fit TF8 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 still want to be able to hear traffic.
The Sennheiser CX 500BT have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when removed from your ears .
LG Tone Free Fit TF8 too support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears saving battery life.
When misplaced in a room, or can't be found in your bag, the Sennheiser CX 500BT support the find earbuds feature.
The Sennheiser CX 500BT support fast charging. Commonly, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to charge a device.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8 support fast charging. It's very similar to regular charging, only that the battery fills up much faster. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in just thirty minutes.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8 support multipoint of 2 connections, the multipoint feature allows you to link to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. For example, you can easily switch calls from one device to another without having to manually disconnect and reconnect.
The Sennheiser CX 500BT have a mute function, they have the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.
The LG Tone Free Fit TF8 too support the mute function. It means that you unilaterally turn off the earbuds' microphone, but you can still hear the other party's voice.
The Sennheiser CX 500BT, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the earbuds.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8 too have a control panel on them.
The Sennheiser CX 500BT have a warranty period of 2 Years, the period of time that warrant free repair and adjustment services in case of a malfunction occurring under normal use following instruction manuals.
Sennheiser CX 500BT support voice prompts. Automatically receive information via audio messages, say if there is a problem with the connection.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8 also support voice prompts .i.e the device notifies you when the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge them.
The Sennheiser CX 500BT come with a special case. Carrying earbuds openly, or placing them inside your bag without a cover may easily damage them.
LG Tone Free Fit TF8 too have a case included, which offers safe transportation.