IP ratings is the rank of protection offered by an enclosure, against solids and liquids. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value of the IP rating represents protection against solids say dust, while the second refers to resistance against liquids (sweat).
Having a value of IPX4, the Sony LinkBuds S's rating for solids indicates 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 Sony LinkBuds S, 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,
they both have the same rating against liquids
The Sony LinkBuds S have a weight of 9.6g . We take in account a lower weight better for the reason that lighter devices are more comfortable to carry.
Nothing Ear 1, at 9.4g
are lighter than the Sony LinkBuds S with a difference -0.2g
True wireless devices have no wires connecting any part of the device together, Sony LinkBuds S are true wireless for this case since they don't have cables. This is a key distinction since wireless earbuds have wires connecting the two earbuds .
Nothing Ear 1 also is true wireless since it has no wires connecting the 2 earbuds .
Sony LinkBuds S are resistant to sweat
Nothing Ear 1's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use during long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc
Sony LinkBuds S have stereo speakers, what this means is that Sony LinkBuds S's speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience. Both Nothing Ear 1 and Sony LinkBuds S have stereo speakers
Active noise cancellation uses advanced kind of tech to actively counter noise.
ANC works when, it listens to 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 (sound from your surrounding) and producing -1 (counter sound by the device) giving zero 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 earbuds volume to overcome background noise.
Nothing Ear 1 too have ANC which makes both devices ideal for flights and morning commutes. The Sony LinkBuds S and Nothing Ear 1 operate with different noise cancellation modes, pick the mode that suits your commute or that suites your chill time. The Sony LinkBuds S sit well in place, this creates a sound covering that reduces background noise well as preventing the device music from leaking out .
Both Nothing Ear 1, and Sony LinkBuds S have passive noise reduction this means that both tone down ambient noise without using ANC to cancel it out.
The Sony LinkBuds S driver unit is 5mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, therefor producing better bass. The driver unit is basically a mini speaker that makes sound in the earbuds, its size determines the sound produced by the earbuds. Nothing Ear 1 driver unit is 11.6mm in diameter,
making them have a larger driver unit than that of Sony LinkBuds S by 6.6mm
, 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 yeah, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not mean that they produce better quality sound. The Sony LinkBuds S's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well a particular audio component generates low recognizable frequencies and if it alters the signal on its way through. Nothing Ear 1's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that
both devices can make sound with equal bass
The Sony LinkBuds S's highest frequency is at 40,000Hz, high-frequency response tells how well a particular audio component produces high recognizable frequencies and if it makes any adjustments to the signal on its way through.
Nothing Ear 1's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that
Sony LinkBuds S can generate a clearer and crispier treble than the Nothing Ear 1
The Sony LinkBuds S's battery life is 6 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 Sony LinkBuds S by 1 hours
. Each time you recharge your device, they get a little less playing 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. This is given by the manufacturer, and the 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 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 Sony LinkBuds S by 15 hours
It requires 2 hours to fully charge the Sony LinkBuds S's battery. It is highly adivsable to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds for the first time. Nothing Ear 1 takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the battery,
less than that of Sony LinkBuds S by 0.5 hours
Sony LinkBuds S have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the earbuds has a low battery.
The battery indicator lights display the charging state of your earbuds and charging case. Nothing Ear 1 too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators allow you tell the charging state of your earbuds, whether fully charged, or having a low battery. The Sony LinkBuds S have USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable.
Nothing Ear 1 too use USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current laptops, phones, and tablets. Sony LinkBuds S have Bluetooth version of 5.2, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data movement between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.
Nothing Ear 1 has a Bluetooth version of 5.2,
equal to that of the Sony LinkBuds S
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers. Sony LinkBuds S have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth. Nothing Ear 1 have a maximum range of 10meters,
equal to that of the Sony LinkBuds S
Sony LinkBuds S support AAC, a codec that is 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 iPad.
If you are planning 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 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.
The Sony LinkBuds S have 6 microphones. Nothing Ear 1 microphones are 6,
equal to that of the Sony LinkBuds S
. More microphones result in better sound quality and help the earbuds to filter out background sounds. The Sony LinkBuds S support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient sound to still be heard even when wearing them
The Nothing Ear 1 support ambient sound mode as well, it’s useful when you want to listen to music while being aware of your surrounding, say you’re having a jog but would still want to be able to hear traffic.
The Sony LinkBuds S support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when they are removed from your ears so that the music is paused. The 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. When misplaced in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, the Sony LinkBuds S support the find earbuds feature.
Nothing Ear 1 also have the find earbuds feature. Use the device app on your phone to play a sound from your device to help you locate them. Sony LinkBuds S support fast charging.
Most often, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the time it takes to fully charge the earbuds. Nothing Ear 1 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 can be charged to 50% in just thirty minutes. The Sony LinkBuds S have a mute function, they have the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device. The Sony LinkBuds S, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the device.
Nothing Ear 1 too have a control panel on them. The Sony LinkBuds S have voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, like if there is a problem with the connection.
Nothing Ear 1 too support voice prompts .i.e the device notifies you when the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge them. The Sony LinkBuds S come with a special case. Carrying earbuds openly, or putting them inside your bag without a casing can easily damage them.
Nothing Ear 1 also have a case included, which is useful for safe transportation.
