Design
Weight
We consider a lower weight better because lighter devices are more comfortable to carry. A lower weight is also an advantage for home appliances, as it makes transportation easier, and for many other types of products.
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- Samsung Level U 33g
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Has no wires or cables
True wireless devices have no cables connecting any part of the device together. This is an important distinction as some wireless earbuds have cables connecting the two earbuds together.
- EPOS GTW 270 Hybrid
- Samsung Level U
Wingtips included
These earbuds come with wingtips that can be attached for a more secure fit. Wingtips come in handy for sports and other physical activities. When used correctly, they prevent the earbuds from falling off.
- EPOS GTW 270 Hybrid
- Samsung Level U
Sweat resistance
Resistance to sweat makes it ideal for use while doing sports.
- EPOS GTW 270 Hybrid
- Samsung Level U
Is dustproof and water-resistant
The device is dustproof and water-resistant. Water-resistant devices can resist the penetration of water, such as powerful water jets, but not being submerged into water.
- EPOS GTW 270 Hybrid
- Samsung Level U
Sound quality
Has active noise cancellation (ANC)
This type of device allows you to listen at lower volume levels, causing less ear fatigue as you don't have to crank up the volume to overcome background noise. Ideal for plane rides and morning commutes.
- EPOS GTW 270 Hybrid
- Samsung Level U
Has passive noise reduction
The device sits tightly in place, creating an acoustic seal which reduces background noise and prevents your music from leaking out.
- EPOS GTW 270 Hybrid
- Samsung Level U
Driver unit size
The driver unit is the component that produces sound in the device. Bigger drivers are more powerful and can produce better bass.
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- Samsung Level U 12mm
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Lowest frequency
The lowest frequency at which the device produces audio. The lower the low-frequency response, the stronger and juicier the bass.
- EPOS GTW 270 Hybrid 20Hz
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- Samsung Level U null
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Highest frequency
The highest frequency at which device produces audio. The higher the high-frequency response, the clearer and crispier the treble.
- EPOS GTW 270 Hybrid 20000Hz
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- Samsung Level U null
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Sound pressure level
Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source.
- EPOS GTW 270 Hybrid 100dB/mW
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- Samsung Level U null
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Has a neodymium magnet
Devices with neodymium magnets are lighter and more powerful than those which use ferrite magnets. They also have more bass and clear high notes.
- EPOS GTW 270 Hybrid
- Samsung Level U
Power
Battery life
The device's battery life (when in use) as given by the manufacturer. With a longer battery life you have to charge the device less often.
- EPOS GTW 270 Hybrid 5h
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- Samsung Level U 10h
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Battery life of charging case
The battery life of the charging case as given by the manufacturer. A charging case with a longer battery life allows you to recharge your headphones on the go multiple times before having to recharge the case itself.
- EPOS GTW 270 Hybrid 15h
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- Samsung Level U null
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Charge time
The time it takes to fully charge the battery.
- EPOS GTW 270 Hybrid 1.5h
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- Samsung Level U null
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Has wireless charging
It supports a wireless charging standard such as Qi. To charge the device, you simply put it down on a compatible charging pad.
- EPOS GTW 270 Hybrid
- Samsung Level U
Has a battery level indicator
An indicator shows you when the device has low battery.
- EPOS GTW 270 Hybrid
- Samsung Level U
Connectivity
Has USB Type-C
The USB Type-C features reversible plug orientation and cable direction.
- EPOS GTW 270 Hybrid
- Samsung Level U
Bluetooth version
Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
- EPOS GTW 270 Hybrid 5.1
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- Samsung Level U 4.1
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Has aptX
aptX is a codec used for transmitting audio wirelessly with Bluetooth. It is developed by Qualcomm, and supports 16-bit audio at a bit rate of 384kbps.
- EPOS GTW 270 Hybrid
- Samsung Level U
Supports Bluetooth pairing using NFC
Device supports fast Bluetooth pairing using NFC so it can communicate with other devices over Bluetooth. You can fastly pair devices without entering a code by simply holding one device next to the device with which it is to be paired.
- EPOS GTW 270 Hybrid
- Samsung Level U
Features
Supports fast charging
Fast charging technologies, like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge or MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the time it takes to charge a device. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in just 30 minutes.
- EPOS GTW 270 Hybrid
- Samsung Level U
Has a mute function
The device has an option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.
- EPOS GTW 270 Hybrid
- Samsung Level U
Warranty period
When covered under the manufacturer’s warranty it is possible to get a replacement in the case of a malfunction. Note: This may vary by region.
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- Samsung Level U 1 years
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Has voice prompts
With voice prompts, you will automatically receive information via audio messages – for instance, you may find out that the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge the device.
- EPOS GTW 270 Hybrid
- Samsung Level U
Microphone
Number of microphones
More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the device to filter out background noise.
- EPOS GTW 270 Hybrid 4
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- Samsung Level U 2
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Has a noise-canceling microphone
These microphones are designed to filter out background noise from the desired sound. Especially useful in noisy environments.
- EPOS GTW 270 Hybrid
- Samsung Level U
Mic sensitivity
It's the 'loudness' of the sound that the microphone can pick up.
- EPOS GTW 270 Hybrid -20dBV/Pa
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- Samsung Level U null
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Highest mic frequency
The highest frequency that the mic can pick up. Better for recording treble.
- EPOS GTW 270 Hybrid 7500Hz
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- Samsung Level U null
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Lowest mic frequency
The lowest frequency that the mic can pick up. Better for recording bass.
- EPOS GTW 270 Hybrid 100Hz
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- Samsung Level U null
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