IP ratings refer to the rating of protection offered by a casing, against dust and water. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value represents protection against solids such as dust, while the second refers to protection against liquids (water).
Scoring IPX4, the Sony LinkBuds S's rating is read as, the first number of X denotes that no data available to specify a protection rating, and the second value of 4 means 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 consider a lower weight best for the reason that lighter devices are easier to carry.
Nothing Ear 1, at 9.4g
weigh less than the Sony LinkBuds S by -0.2g
For a device to be true wireless it must have no cables linking any part of the device together, Sony LinkBuds S are true wireless for this matter since they don't have cables. This is a key distinction as some wireless earbuds have wires linking the two earbuds .
Nothing Ear 1 also is true wireless because it doesn't have cables linking the pair of earbuds together. Sony LinkBuds S have sweat resistance
Nothing Ear 1's resistance to sweat makes both devices good for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc
Sony LinkBuds S have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from independent 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 makes use of advanced kind of tech to reduce ambient sounds. ANC works when, it studies the sound pattern of incoming noise and then generates a mirror signal to counter it. Simply put, it's like having +1 (sound from your surrounding) and producing -1 (counter sound by the device) to make 0 hence "diluting" the noise.
The Sony LinkBuds S have ANC enabling you to listen at lower volume levels, good for your ears since you don't need to crank up the device volume to overcome background noise. Nothing Ear 1 too have Active Noise Cancellation making both earbuds ideal for flights and rush hour travels. Each work with different noise cancellation settings, pick the mode that you prefer for travel or that suites your chill time.
The Sony LinkBuds S sit tightly in place, this creates a sound covering that reduces background sounds while preventing the earbuds voice audio 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, and can produce better bass. A driver unit is basically a mini speaker that produces sound in the earbuds, its size dictates the sound made 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
, 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 yeah, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not mean that they deliver better quality sound. The Sony LinkBuds S's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio device produces low frequencies that can be heard, and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it.
Nothing Ear 1's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that
both devices can make sound with equal bass
Sony LinkBuds S's highest frequency is at 40,000Hz, high-frequency response shows how well an audio device produces high recognizable frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal on its way through. Nothing Ear 1's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that
Sony LinkBuds S 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 more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and have to charge the device less often.
Nothing Ear 1's battery life is
less than that of Sony LinkBuds S by 1 hours
. Every time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less listening time. The effect is barely noticeable at first, but over a few years, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time. 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 allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go many 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 takes 2 hours to fully charge the Sony LinkBuds S's battery. It is highly adivsable to charge fully 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 notifies you when the earbuds has a low battery. The battery indicator lights show the charging state of your device and case. Nothing Ear 1 too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators enable you tell the charging state of your earbuds, whether fully charged, or having a low battery.
The Sony LinkBuds S use 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.
Sony LinkBuds S have Bluetooth version of 5.2, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables 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,
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 used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Because 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 Sony LinkBuds S will work fine with your iPhone. If you are planning on using these with Android , 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. Sony LinkBuds S have 6 microphones. While the Nothing Ear 1 microphones are 6,
equal to that of the Sony LinkBuds S
. More microphones result in better sound quality and help the device to filter out background sounds.
The Sony LinkBuds S support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient noises to still be heard even while wearing the earbuds
The Nothing Ear 1 support ambient sound mode as well, helpful when you want to listen to music but also be aware of your surrounding, say you’re having a run but still want to hear traffic. Sony LinkBuds S have 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.
If misplaced in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, Sony LinkBuds S support the find earbuds feature. The Nothing Ear 1 too have the find earbuds feature. Use the earbuds app on your phone to play an alarm from your earbuds to help you locate them.
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 a device. Also the Nothing Ear 1 too support fast charging.
It's very similar to regular charging, just that the battery fills up much faster. Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in thirty minutes. The Sony LinkBuds S have a mute function, they have the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.
With the Sony LinkBuds S, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the earbuds. The Nothing Ear 1 too have a control panel on them. The Sony LinkBuds S have voice prompts.
Automatically receive information through audio messages, say if there is an issue with the connection. The Nothing Ear 1 also support voice prompts meaning the earbuds will notify you when the battery is running low, and you need to recharge the earbuds. The Sony LinkBuds S come with a special pouch.
Carrying earphones without a case, or placing them in your bag without a cover can easily put them at risk of getting damaged. Nothing Ear 1 also have a travel bag included, which offers safe transportation.
