Ingress protection ratings refer to the level of protection offered by a casing, against dust and water. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value represents protection against solids such as dust, followed by the one that refers to protection against liquids (water).
Scoring 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. Compared to the Sony LinkBuds S, Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 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
Sony LinkBuds S have a weight of 9.6g . We prefer a lower weight better because lighter devices are more comfortable to move with.
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3, at 10.6g
weigh more than the Sony LinkBuds S by of 1g
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 case since they have no cables. This is a key distinction since wireless earbuds have wires linking the two earbuds together. Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 also is true wireless because it doesn't have cables connecting the 2 earbuds together.
Sony LinkBuds S have sweat resistance
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3's resistance to sweat makes both devices good 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 separate channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience. The Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 also have stereo speakers
ANC makes use of advanced kind of tech to actively cancel noise. ANC works when, it studies the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and generates a mirror signal to cancel it out.
In simple terms, it's like having +1 (noise) then producing -1 (counter sound by the device) giving 0 which results in a reduced level of noise.
Sony LinkBuds S have ANC allowing you to listen at lower volume levels, good for your ears as you don't need to crank up the device volume to overcome background sounds. Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 too have Active Noise Cancellation which makes either of the devices ideal for flights and rush hour travels.
The Sony LinkBuds S and Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 work with different noise cancellation settings, pick the mode that suits your commute or that enhances your chill time. The Sony LinkBuds S sit well in place, this creates a sound seal that reduces background sounds and also prevents the device music from leaking out .
Both Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3, and Sony LinkBuds S have passive noise reduction this means that both reduce ambient noise instead of actively using ANC to cancel it out. Sony LinkBuds S driver unit is 5mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, and can produce better bass.
The driver unit is the component that makes sound in the earbuds, the unit size corellates with the sound produced by the earbuds. Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 driver unit is 7mm in diameter,
making them have a larger driver unit than that of Sony LinkBuds S by 2mm
, 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 yeah, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not indicate 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 device generates low recognizable frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it. Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3's lowest frequency is at 5Hz, this means that
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 make sound with a juicier bass than the Sony LinkBuds S
Sony LinkBuds S's highest frequency is at 40,000Hz, high-frequency response tells how well an audio device makes high human frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal on its way through. Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3's highest frequency is at 21,000Hz, this means that
Sony LinkBuds S produce a clearer and crispier treble than the Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3
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 longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and have to charge the device less often. Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3's battery life is
more than that of Sony LinkBuds S by 1 hours
. Every time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less playing 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 Sony LinkBuds S's case is said to have a full charge of 14 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go many times before having to recharge the case itself. Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3's charging case has a battery life of 21 hours,
more than that of Sony LinkBuds S by 7 hours
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 in storage for long periods. Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the battery,
less than that of Sony LinkBuds S by 0.5 hours
The Sony LinkBuds S have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the earbuds has a low battery. Its lights show the charging state of your device and case.
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 too have a battery level indicator, these enable you tell the charging state of your device, whether fully charged, or having a low battery. Sony LinkBuds S have USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable. Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 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 transfers between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 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. Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 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.
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 Sony LinkBuds S will work well with your iPad. If you are planning on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well.
The Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 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. 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, providing high-resolution audio. Sony LinkBuds S have 6 microphones. Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 microphones are 6,
equal to that of the Sony LinkBuds S
. More microphones record better sound quality and help the earbuds to filter out background sounds.
Sony LinkBuds S support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient noises so that they can still be heard even when wearing them
The Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 support ambient sound mode as well, it’s useful when you want to listen to music but also be aware of your surrounding, say you’re having a jog but still want to be able to hear traffic. Sony LinkBuds S have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when removed from your ears .
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears saving battery life. If lost in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, the Sony LinkBuds S have a find earbuds feature.
Sony LinkBuds S support fast charging. Most often, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the time it takes to charge a device. The Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 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 thirty minutes. Sony LinkBuds S have a mute function, they support the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.
The Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 too have the mute function. It means that you can turn off the earbuds' microphone, but you can still hear the other party's voice. The Sony LinkBuds S, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the device.
The Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 also have a control panel on them. Sony LinkBuds S support voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information via audio messages, like if there is an issue with the connection.
The Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 too have voice prompts .i.e the earbuds will notify you when the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge them. The Sony LinkBuds S come with a special pouch. Carrying earbuds openly, or putting them in your bag without a casing can easily damage them.
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 also have a travel bag included, which is useful for safe transportation.
