A breakdown of the review per specifications

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Energy Sistem Sport 5 IPX4

Sony LinkBuds S IPX4

IP ratings refer to the rating of protection offered by a casing, against dust and water. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value of the IP rating represents protection against solids say dust, while the second refers to protection against liquids (water).

Having a value of IPX4, the Sony LinkBuds S's rating for solids indicates that no data available to specify a protection rating, and the second number of 4 means that they can withstand low pressure spray similar to that of a shower head when tilted at 180° for 10 minutes.

Compared to the Sony LinkBuds S, Energy Sistem Sport 5 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

Weight

Energy Sistem Sport 5 18g

Sony LinkBuds S 9.6g

Sony LinkBuds S have a weight of 9.6g . We prefer a lower weight best for the reason that lighter devices are easier to transport.

The Energy Sistem Sport 5, at 18g weigh more than the Sony LinkBuds S with a difference of 8.4g

Has No Wires Or Cables

Energy Sistem Sport 5 ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

True wireless devices have no wires linking any part of the device together, Sony LinkBuds S are true wireless for this case since they have no wires. This is a key difference as some wireless earbuds have cables connecting the 2 earbuds together.

Energy Sistem Sport 5 also is true wireless because it doesn't have cables linking the pair of earbuds together.

Wingtips Included

Energy Sistem Sport 5 ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✗

Energy Sistem Sport 5 have wingtips, these are commonly used for workout earbuds and come as an optional add-on to each silicone ear tip for a better fit.

Sweat Resistance

Energy Sistem Sport 5 ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

Sony LinkBuds S have sweat resistance

Energy Sistem Sport 5's resistance to sweat makes both devices good for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc

Has An Earbud Foam

Energy Sistem Sport 5 ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✗

An earbud foam is made to be ultracompact and lightweight, with little interference with earrings, spectacles, hats, or hairstyles. The Energy Sistem Sport 5 have an earbud foam for some people it is more comfortable than the in-ear foam.

Has Stereo Speakers

Energy Sistem Sport 5 ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

Sony LinkBuds S have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience.

Both Energy Sistem Sport 5 and Sony LinkBuds S have stereo speakers

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Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Energy Sistem Sport 5 ✗

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

Active noise cancellation uses more advanced kind of tech to actively counter noise. How it works, it listens to the sound pattern of incoming noise and after generates a mirror signal to counter it. Simply put, it's like having +1 (sound from your surrounding) then producing -1 (inverted noise) giving 0 hence "diluting" the noise.

Sony LinkBuds S have Active Noise Cancellation allowing you to listen at lower volume levels, good for your ears as you don't have to crank up the device volume to overcome background noise.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Energy Sistem Sport 5 ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

The Sony LinkBuds S sit tightly in place, this creates a sound seal that tones down background noise well as preventing the device sound from leaking out .

Both Energy Sistem Sport 5, and Sony LinkBuds S have passive noise reduction which means that both limit ambient noise without using ANC to cancel it out.

Driver Unit Size

Energy Sistem Sport 5 14mm

Sony LinkBuds S 5mm

Sony LinkBuds S driver unit is 5mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, and can produce better bass. The driver unit is the component that makes sound in the device, the unit size corellates with the sound produced by the device.

Energy Sistem Sport 5 driver unit is 14mm in diameter, making them have a larger driver unit than that of Sony LinkBuds S by 9mm , a common assumption that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.

However, large drivers usually have difficulty producing high frequencies so it's true that, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not mean that they deliver better quality sound.

Lowest Frequency

Energy Sistem Sport 5 20Hz

Sony LinkBuds S 20Hz

The Sony LinkBuds S's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well a particular audio device produces low frequencies that can be heard, and if it alters the signal on its way through.

Energy Sistem Sport 5's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that both devices produce equal bass

Highest Frequency

Energy Sistem Sport 5 20000Hz

Sony LinkBuds S 40000Hz

Sony LinkBuds S's highest frequency is at 40000Hz, high-frequency response shows how well an audio component makes high audible frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through.

Energy Sistem Sport 5's highest frequency is at 20000Hz, this implies that Sony LinkBuds S can produce a clearer and crispier treble than the Energy Sistem Sport 5

Has A Neodymium Magnet

Energy Sistem Sport 5 ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

Sony LinkBuds S have neodymium magnets, when used in audio devices produce a higher sensitivity and substantial sound output using less power to do so. They can help generate music at quite a high sound pressure level, with the use of high magnetic flux.

Energy Sistem Sport 5 too have it, devices with these magnets are lighter and more powerful . It is also known that they produce more bass and clearer high notes.

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Battery Life

Energy Sistem Sport 5 5hours

Sony LinkBuds S 6hours

The Sony LinkBuds S's battery life is 6 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.

Energy Sistem Sport 5's battery life is less than that of Sony LinkBuds S by 1 hours . Each time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less playing time. The effect is not noticeable at first, but over a few years, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time.

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Energy Sistem Sport 5 20hours

Sony LinkBuds S 14hours

The battery life of the charging case is given by the manufacturer, and Sony LinkBuds S's case is said to have a charge of 14 hours. A charging case with more battery hours enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go many times before having to recharge the case itself.

Energy Sistem Sport 5's charging case has a battery life of 20 hours, more than that of Sony LinkBuds S by 6 hours

Charge Time

Energy Sistem Sport 5 1.5hours

Sony LinkBuds S 2hours

It requires 2 hours to fully charge the Sony LinkBuds S's battery. It is recommended to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds when they have been unused for extended periods.

Energy Sistem Sport 5 takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the battery, less than that of Sony LinkBuds S by 0.5 hours

Battery Power

Energy Sistem Sport 5 40mAh

Sony LinkBuds S ✗

Energy Sistem Sport 5's battery capacity is 40mAh, battery power, shows the amount of electrical energy that a battery can store.

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Energy Sistem Sport 5 ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

The Sony LinkBuds S have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the device has a low battery. Its lights indicate the charging status of your earbuds and charging case.

Energy Sistem Sport 5 too have a battery level indicator, these enable you to tell the charging state of your earbuds, whether fully charged, or having a low battery.

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Has Usb Type-C

Energy Sistem Sport 5 ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

Sony LinkBuds S have USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable.

Energy Sistem Sport 5 too use USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current electronics.

Bluetooth Version

Energy Sistem Sport 5 v5

Sony LinkBuds S v5.2

Sony LinkBuds S 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.

Energy Sistem Sport 5 has a Bluetooth version of 5, older than that of Sony LinkBuds S . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Energy Sistem Sport 5 10meters

Sony LinkBuds S 10meters

The Sony LinkBuds S have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth.

Energy Sistem Sport 5 have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the Sony LinkBuds S

Has Aac

Energy Sistem Sport 5 ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

Sony LinkBuds S 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 a similar bit rate.

Since its the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Sony LinkBuds S will work fine with your MacBook. If you intend on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well.

The Energy Sistem Sport 5 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.

Has Ldac

Energy Sistem Sport 5 ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

The Sony LinkBuds S support LDAC, a codec developed by Sony which allows streaming high-resolution audio over Bluetooth connections at up to 990 kbps at 32 bit/96 kHz. It is capable of a very high bitrate of 990kbps, which provides high-resolution audio.

Energy Sistem Sport 5 support it as well, LDAC, can automatically adjust to a lower bitrate of 330kbps or 660kbps for stability.

Has Aptx Adaptive

Energy Sistem Sport 5 ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✗

Energy Sistem Sport 5 support APTX Adaptive, an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that are developed by Qualcomm. It has a variable bit rate (between 279kbps and 420kbps).

Has Aptx Low Latency

Energy Sistem Sport 5 ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✗

Energy Sistem Sport 5 support APTX Low Latency, a codec developed by Qualcomm. It uses Bluetooth 5.0 technology to provide low latency audio (around 40ms), which is useful when you want to avoid audio lag for example when playing games.

Has Aptx Hd

Energy Sistem Sport 5 ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✗

The Energy Sistem Sport 5 support APTX HD, an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that are developed by Qualcomm. It supports high-quality 24-bit audio (at a bit rate of 576kbps).

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Number Of Microphones

Energy Sistem Sport 5 2only

Sony LinkBuds S 6only

Sony LinkBuds S have 6 microphones.

The Energy Sistem Sport 5 microphones are 2, less than that of Sony LinkBuds S by 4 . More microphones record better sound quality and help the earbuds to filter out background sounds.

Mic Sensitivity

Energy Sistem Sport 5 -42dBV/Pa

Sony LinkBuds S ✗

Energy Sistem Sport 5 microphone sensitivity is measured at -42dBV/Pa. The vastness of the analog or digital output signal from the microphone with its input stimulus is a calculation of its sensitivity. It's the 'loudness' of the sound that the microphone can recognize.

Highest Mic Frequency

Energy Sistem Sport 5 10000Hz

Sony LinkBuds S ✗

The Energy Sistem Sport 5's highest mic frequency is 10000Hz, high frequencies are best for picking up treble. The highest mic frequency of a microphone is defined as its upper limiting frequency.

Lowest Mic Frequency

Energy Sistem Sport 5 100Hz

Sony LinkBuds S ✗

Energy Sistem Sport 5's lowest mic frequency is 100Hz, low frequencies are best for picking up bass. The lowest mic frequency of a microphone is defined as its lower limiting frequency.

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Has Ambient Sound Mode

Energy Sistem Sport 5 ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

The Sony LinkBuds S support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient noises to still be heard even when wearing the earbuds

The Energy Sistem Sport 5 support ambient sound mode as well, it’s useful when you want to listen to music while being aware of what’s happening around you, say you’re having a jog but would still want to hear traffic.

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Energy Sistem Sport 5 ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

The Sony LinkBuds S support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when they are removed from your ears .

The Energy Sistem Sport 5 too support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears improving your listening experience.

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Energy Sistem Sport 5 ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

When misplaced in a room, or can't be found in your bag, the Sony LinkBuds S have a find earbuds feature.

The Energy Sistem Sport 5 too have the find earbuds feature. You can use the earbuds app on your smartphone to play a sound from your device to help you locate them.

Supports Fast Charging

Energy Sistem Sport 5 ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

The Sony LinkBuds S support fast charging. Most often, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the time it takes to fully charge the earbuds.

The Energy Sistem Sport 5 too support fast charging. It's very similar to regular charging, only that the battery is filling up much faster. Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in just 30 minutes.

Has A Mute Function

Energy Sistem Sport 5 ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

The Sony LinkBuds S have a mute function, they have the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.

The Energy Sistem Sport 5 also support this function. The mute function means that you are in position turn off the device's microphone, but still hear the other party talk.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Energy Sistem Sport 5 ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

With the Sony LinkBuds S, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the earbuds.

The Energy Sistem Sport 5 too have a control panel on them.

Has Voice Prompts

Energy Sistem Sport 5 ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

The Sony LinkBuds S support voice prompts. Automatically receive information through audio messages, like if there is an issue with the connection.

Energy Sistem Sport 5 also have voice prompts .i.e the device will notify you when the battery is low, and you need to recharge them.

Travel Bag Is Included

Energy Sistem Sport 5 ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

Sony LinkBuds S come with their own special case. Carrying earbuds openly, or putting them in your bag without a casing may easily damage them.

Energy Sistem Sport 5 also have a case included, which is useful for safe transportation.

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Category	Features	Energy Sistem Sport 5	Sony LinkBuds S
DESIGN	ingress protection (ip) rating	IPX4	IPX4
	weight	18g	9.6g
	has no wires or cables	✓	✓
	wingtips included	✓	✗
	sweat resistance	✓	✓
	has an earbud foam	✓	✗
	has stereo speakers	✓	✓
SOUND QUALITY	has active noise cancellation (noise control)	✗	✓
	has passive noise reduction	✓	✓
	driver unit size	14mm	5mm
	lowest frequency	20Hz	20Hz
	highest frequency	20000Hz	40000Hz
	has a neodymium magnet	✓	✓
POWER	battery life	5hours	6hours
	battery life of charging case	20hours	14hours
	charge time	1.5hours	2hours
	battery power	40mAh	✗
	has a battery level indicator	✓	✓
CONNECTIVITY	has usb type-c	✓	✓
	bluetooth version	v5	v5.2
	maximum bluetooth range	10meters	10meters
	has aac	✓	✓
	has ldac	✓	✓
	has aptx adaptive	✓	✗
	has aptx low latency	✓	✗
	has aptx hd	✓	✗
MICROPHONE	number of microphones	2only	6only
	mic sensitivity	-42dBV/Pa	✗
	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	✓	✓
	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

Wingtips Included

Sweat Resistance

Has An Earbud Foam

Has Stereo Speakers

Sound Quality

Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Driver Unit Size

Lowest Frequency

Highest Frequency

Has A Neodymium Magnet

Power

Battery Life

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Charge Time

Battery Power

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Connectivity

Has Usb Type-C

Bluetooth Version

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Has Aac

Has Ldac

Has Aptx Adaptive

Has Aptx Low Latency

Has Aptx Hd

Microphone

Number Of Microphones

Mic Sensitivity

Highest Mic Frequency

Lowest Mic Frequency

Extras

Has Ambient Sound Mode

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Supports Fast Charging

Has A Mute Function

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Has Voice Prompts

Travel Bag Is Included

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