IP ratings is the rank of protection given by an enclosure, against dust 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).
Having a value of IPX4, the Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3's rating is read as, the first value 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 Momentum True Wireless 3, Sony WF 1000XM4 have a rating of IPX4 meaning that
we are not yet certain of their rating with solids (dust)
and that of liquids is that,
they both have the same rating against liquids
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 have a weight of 10.6g . We prefer a lower weight best because lighter devices are more comfortable to carry.
The Sony WF 1000XM4, at 7.1g
weigh less than the Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 by -3.5g
For a device to be true wireless it should have no cables connecting any part of the device together, Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 are true wireless for this case since they don't have cables. This is a key distinction as some wireless earbuds have cables connecting the two earbuds together. Sony WF 1000XM4 also is true wireless because it doesn't have wires linking the 2 earbuds together.
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 have sweat resistance
Sony WF 1000XM4's resistance to sweat makes both devices good for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience. Both Sony WF 1000XM4 and Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 have stereo speakers
ANC makes use of more advanced kind of tech to reduce ambient sounds. ANC works when, it studies the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and inverts the soundwaves to cancel it out.
Simply put, it's like taking +1 (sound from your surrounding) and producing -1 (counter sound by the device) giving zero hence "diluting" the noise.
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 have Active Noise Cancellation allowing you to listen at lower levels of volume, good for your ears as you don't need to crank up the device volume to overcome background sounds. Sony WF 1000XM4 too have Active Noise Cancellation which makes both earbuds ideal for flights and rush hour travels.
The Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 and Sony WF 1000XM4 work with different noise cancellation settings, pick the setting that you prefer for commute or that enhances your chill time. Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 sit tightly in place, creating an acoustic covering that reduces your environment sounds and also prevents the device sound from leaking out at the same. Both Sony WF 1000XM4, and Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 have passive noise reduction which means that they reduce ambient noise without using ANC to cancel it out.
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 driver unit is 7mm 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, the unit size corellates with the loudness of the earbuds. Sony WF 1000XM4 driver unit is 6mm in diameter,
which implies that they have a smaller driver unit than that of Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 by 1mm
, many people have a misconception that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.
However, large drivers usually have difficulty producing high frequencies so yeah, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not imply that they deliver better quality sound. Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3's lowest frequency is at 5Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well a particular audio component generates low frequencies that can be heard, and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through. Sony WF 1000XM4's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 can make sound with a juicier bass than the Sony WF 1000XM4
The Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3's highest frequency is at 21,000Hz, high-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio device produces high human frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through.
Sony WF 1000XM4's highest frequency is at 40,000Hz, this implies that
Sony WF 1000XM4 produce a clearer and crispier treble than the Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3
The sound pressure level, is the level of pressure of sound, in decibels, dB, Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3's measurement is 107dB/mW. Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source. Sony WF 1000XM4's sound pressure level measurement is 105dB/mW.
The sound pressure level, something is can be considered differently by different persons, so we need to have a way of getting a standard measurement of sound level expressed in numerical terms. Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3'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 usually given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings.
Sony WF 1000XM4's battery life is
more than that of Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 by 1 hours
. Each time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less listening time. The effect is not noticeable at first, but over a few years, your wireless earbuds will no longer play for long like they used to. The battery life of the charging case is given by the vendor, and the Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3's case is said to have a charge of 21 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. Sony WF 1000XM4's charging case has a battery life of 16 hours,
less than that of Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 by 5 hours
It requires 1.5 hours to fully charge the Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3's battery. It is highly adivsable to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds when they have been in storage for long periods.
Sony WF 1000XM4 takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the battery,
equal to that of the Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3
The Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you simply put down on a compatible charging pad. Sony WF 1000XM4 also support wireless charging, always look out for the charging standard of a device.
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the earbuds has a low battery. Its lights display the charging status of your earbuds and charging case. Sony WF 1000XM4 too have a battery level indicator, these allow you to determine the charging state of your device, whether fully charged, or having a low battery.
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 use USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable. Sony WF 1000XM4 too have USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug comes along with most current electronics.
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 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. Sony WF 1000XM4 has a Bluetooth version of 5.2,
equal to that of the Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers. The Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth.
Sony WF 1000XM4 have a maximum range of 10meters,
equal to that of the Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 support AAC, a codec used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Because it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it provides better results than other codecs at a similar bit rate.
Since its the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 will work well with your iPhone. If you intend on using these with Android you need to pay even closer attention to codec support for if they only have AAC they won't provide the best audio quality possible, ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well. The Sony WF 1000XM4 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. Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 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 Momentum True Wireless 3 have 6 microphones.
Sony WF 1000XM4 microphones are 4,
less than that of Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 by 2
. More microphones result in better sound quality and help the earbuds to filter out background sounds. The Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 have a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are designed to reduce noise from the desired sound. The Sony WF 1000XM4 too use a noise-canceling microphone.
This is useful in noisy areas. The Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient noises to still be heard even while wearing the earbuds
The Sony WF 1000XM4 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. Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when removed from your ears so that the music is paused.
The Sony WF 1000XM4 too support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears saving battery life. Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 support fast charging. Commonly, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the amount of time it takes to charge a device.
The Sony WF 1000XM4 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 just thirty minutes.
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 have a mute function, they have the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device. The Sony WF 1000XM4 too support the mute function. It means that you can turn off the earbuds' microphone, but still hear the other party talk.
With the Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the earbuds. Sony WF 1000XM4 too have a control panel on them. The Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 support voice prompts.
With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, like if there is a problem with the connection. Sony WF 1000XM4 too support voice prompts .i.e the device will notify you when the battery is low, and you need to recharge them. Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 come with their own special case.
Carrying earphones openly, or putting them in your pockets without a cover can easily damage them. Sony WF 1000XM4 also have a travel bag included, which is useful for safe transportation.
