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Category | Features | Tozo T10S | Audio Technica ATH TWX9 |
---|---|---|---|
DESIGN | ingress protection (ip) rating | IPX8 | IPX4 |
weight | 10g | 10.8g | |
has no wires or cables | ✓ | ✓ | |
sweat resistance | ✓ | ✓ | |
has stereo speakers | ✓ | ✓ | |
waterproof depth rating | 1meters | ✗ | |
SOUND QUALITY | has active noise cancellation (noise control) | ✗ | ✓ |
has passive noise reduction | ✓ | ✓ | |
driver unit size | 8mm | 5.8mm | |
lowest frequency | 20Hz | 20Hz | |
highest frequency | 20000Hz | 40000Hz | |
sound pressure level | ✗ | 102dB/mW | |
POWER | battery life | 8hours | 6hours |
battery life of charging case | 28hours | 18.5hours | |
charge time | 2hours | 2.5hours | |
has a battery level indicator | ✓ | ✓ | |
CONNECTIVITY | has usb type-c | ✓ | ✓ |
bluetooth version | v5.2 | v5.2 | |
maximum bluetooth range | 10meters | 10meters | |
has aac | ✓ | ✓ | |
has aptx adaptive | ✗ | ✓ | |
MICROPHONE | number of microphones | 2only | 4only |
has a noise-canceling microphone | ✗ | ✓ | |
mic sensitivity | ✗ | -38dBV/Pa | |
highest mic frequency | ✗ | 16000Hz | |
lowest mic frequency | ✗ | 100Hz | |
EXTRAS | has ambient sound mode | ✗ | ✓ |
has find earbuds feature | ✗ | ✓ | |
supports fast charging | ✓ | ✓ | |
multipoint count | ✗ | 2only | |
has a mute function | ✓ | ✓ | |
control panel placed on a device | ✓ | ✓ | |
has voice prompts | ✓ | ✓ | |
travel bag is included | ✓ | ✓ | |
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IP ratings is the rank 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, followed by the one that refers to resistance against liquids (sweat).
Having a value of IPX8, the Tozo T10S'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 are protected against the effects of continuous immersion in water, ingress of water in quantities causing harmful effects shall not be possible. Conditions should be more severe than for numeral 7..
In comparison to the Tozo T10S, Audio Technica ATH TWX9 have a rating of IPX4 meaning that
we are not yet certain of their rating with solids (dust)
and that of liquids is that,
Tozo T10S has a higher liquid rating than Audio Technica ATH TWX9
Tozo T10S have a weight of 10g . We prefer a lower weight best because lighter devices are easier to carry.
The Audio Technica ATH TWX9, at 10.8g
are heavier than the Tozo T10S with a difference of 0.8g
True wireless devices have no cables connecting any part of the device together, Tozo T10S are true wireless for this case since they don't have cables. This is an important distinction as some wireless earbuds have cables linking the pair of earbuds together.
Audio Technica ATH TWX9 also is true wireless because it doesn't have cables linking the 2 earbuds .
Tozo T10S are resistant to sweat
Audio Technica ATH TWX9's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc
Tozo T10S have stereo speakers, what this means is that Tozo T10S's speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience.
Both Audio Technica ATH TWX9 and Tozo T10S have stereo speakers
Tozo T10S are rated 1meters any depth more than that you are likely to lose the functionality of your device. Devices that can withstand more water pressure are better for diving.
Active noise cancellation makes use of more advanced technology to reduce ambient sounds. ANC works when, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and inverts the soundwaves to cancel it out. Simply put, it's like taking +1 (noise) then producing -1 (inverted noise) giving 0 which results in a reduced level of noise.
The Audio Technica ATH TWX9 have ANC allowing you to listen at lower levels of volume, causing less ear fatigue since you don't need to crank up the earbuds volume to overcome background noise.
The Tozo T10S stay well in place, creating a sound seal that reduces background noise well as preventing the device voice audio from leaking out .
Both Audio Technica ATH TWX9, and Tozo T10S have passive noise reduction which implies that they reduce ambient noise instead of actively using ANC to cancel it out.
The Tozo T10S driver unit is 8mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, therefor producing better bass.
The driver unit is basically a mini speaker that produces sound in the device, the unit size dictates the sound made by the earbuds.
Audio Technica ATH TWX9 driver unit is 5.8mm in diameter,
which means that they have a smaller driver unit than that of Tozo T10S by 2.2mm
, 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 produce better quality sound.
The Tozo T10S's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio device generates low frequencies that can be heard, and if it alters the signal while at it.
Audio Technica ATH TWX9's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that
both devices can make sound with equal bass
The Tozo T10S's highest frequency is at 20000Hz, high-frequency response tells how well a particular audio component produces high audible frequencies and if it changes to the signal while at it.
Audio Technica ATH TWX9's highest frequency is at 40000Hz, this means that
Audio Technica ATH TWX9 can produce a clearer and crispier treble than the Tozo T10S
The sound pressure level, is the pressure level of sound, measured in decibels, dB, Audio Technica ATH TWX9's measurement is 102dB/mW. Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source.
Tozo T10S's battery life is 8 hours, a device's battery life is commonly given by the manufacturer, and with more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chanrgings.
Audio Technica ATH TWX9's battery life is
less than that of Tozo T10S by 2 hours
. Every time you recharge your device, 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 vendor, and Tozo T10S's case is said to have a charge of 28 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.
Audio Technica ATH TWX9's charging case has a battery life of 18.5 hours,
less than that of Tozo T10S by 9.5 hours
It requires 2 hours to fully charge the Tozo T10S's battery. It is recommended to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds for the first time.
Audio Technica ATH TWX9 takes 2.5 hours to fully charge the battery,
more than that of Tozo T10S by 0.5 hours
The Tozo T10S have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the earbuds has a low battery. The battery indicator lights display the charging state of your earbuds and case.
Audio Technica ATH TWX9 too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators allow you determine the charging state of your device, whether fully charged, or having a low battery.
The Tozo T10S use USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable.
Audio Technica ATH TWX9 too use USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug comes along with most current laptops, phones, and tablets.
The Tozo T10S 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.
Audio Technica ATH TWX9 has a Bluetooth version of 5.2,
equal to that of the Tozo T10S
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
Tozo T10S have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth.
Audio Technica ATH TWX9 have a maximum range of 10meters,
equal to that of the Tozo T10S
Tozo T10S support AAC, a codec used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Because it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it can provide better results than other codecs at a similar bit rate.
Being the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Tozo T10S will work well with your MacBook. If you intend on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well.
The Audio Technica ATH TWX9 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.
The Audio Technica ATH TWX9 support APTX Adaptive, an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that are developed by Qualcomm. It has a variable bit rate (between 279kbps and 420kbps).
Tozo T10S have 2 microphones.
The Audio Technica ATH TWX9 microphones are 4,
more than that of Tozo T10S by 2
. More microphones record better sound quality and help the device to filter out noise.
Audio Technica ATH TWX9 use a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are intended to reduce background sounds from the earbuds' sound.
The Audio Technica ATH TWX9 microphone sensitivity is measured at -38dBV/Pa. The amount 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 voice that the earbud microphone can recognize.
Audio Technica ATH TWX9's highest mic frequency is 16000Hz, high frequencies are best for picking up treble. The highest mic frequency of a microphone is known as its upper limiting frequency.
Audio Technica ATH TWX9'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.
Audio Technica ATH TWX9 support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient sound so that they can still be heard even while wearing them
When misplaced in a room, or can't be found in your bag, Audio Technica ATH TWX9 have a find earbuds feature.
Tozo T10S support fast charging. Commonly, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the amount of time it takes to charge a device.
Audio Technica ATH TWX9 support fast charging. This kind is similar to regular charging, only that the battery fills up much faster. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in just thirty minutes.
Audio Technica ATH TWX9 have a multipoint of 2 connections, this feature allows you to link to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. For example, you can seemlessly switch calls from one device to another without manually disconnect and reconnect.
Tozo T10S have a mute function, they have the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.
The Audio Technica ATH TWX9 also have this function. The mute function means that you are in position turn off the earbuds' microphone, but you can still hear the other party's voice.
The Tozo T10S, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the earbuds.
The Audio Technica ATH TWX9 also have a control panel on them.
The Tozo T10S have voice prompts. Automatically receive information via audio messages, say if there is an issue with the connection.
The Audio Technica ATH TWX9 also support voice prompts meaning the earbuds notifies you when the battery is low, and you need to recharge them.
The Tozo T10S come with their own special case. Carrying earbuds without a case, or placing them in your pockets without a cover may easily damage them.
Audio Technica ATH TWX9 too have a travel bag included, which offers safe transportation.