Design
Fit
The fit of the earbuds.
- boAt Airdopes 701 ANC in_ear
- Sony LinkBuds Open open_ear
Ingress Protection (IP) rating
The first number of the IP rating refers to protection against dust, while the second number refers to protection against liquid. E.g. a first number of 6 denotes that it is completely dustproof, and a second number of 7 denotes that the device can withstand full immersion in water.
- boAt Airdopes 701 ANC ipx7
- Sony LinkBuds Open ipx4
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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- Sony LinkBuds Open null
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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.
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- Sony LinkBuds Open 10.2
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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.
- boAt Airdopes 701 ANC
- Sony LinkBuds Open
Sweat resistance
Resistance to sweat makes it ideal for use while doing sports.
- boAt Airdopes 701 ANC
- Sony LinkBuds Open
Has RGB lighting
RGB lighting allows you to choose between millions of colors and customize the look of your PC components.
- boAt Airdopes 701 ANC
- Sony LinkBuds Open
Has UV light
The device kills germs, viruses and bacteria using an ultraviolet bulb.
- boAt Airdopes 701 ANC
- Sony LinkBuds Open
Has a display
The device has an electronic display to present information to the user.
- boAt Airdopes 701 ANC
- Sony LinkBuds Open
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.
- boAt Airdopes 701 ANC
- Sony LinkBuds Open
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.
- boAt Airdopes 701 ANC
- Sony LinkBuds Open
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.
- boAt Airdopes 701 ANC 9
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- Sony LinkBuds Open 11
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Has Dolby Atmos
Dolby Atmos is a surround sound technology that allows sounds to be interpreted as three-dimensional objects. By doing so, Dolby Atmos allows for immersive, 360-degree sound.
- boAt Airdopes 701 ANC
- Sony LinkBuds Open
Impedance
Impedance is the device’s electrical resistance to the current being pushed through it. The lower the impedance, the easier it is to get higher volume and requires less power.
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- Sony LinkBuds Open 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.
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- Sony LinkBuds Open null
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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.
- boAt Airdopes 701 ANC 5.5
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- Sony LinkBuds Open 8
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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.
- boAt Airdopes 701 ANC 22.5
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- Sony LinkBuds Open 14
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Battery power
Battery power, or battery capacity, represents the amount of electrical energy that a battery can store. More battery power can be an indication of longer battery life.
- boAt Airdopes 701 ANC 50
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- Sony LinkBuds Open null
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Has a solar power battery
A solar battery takes its energy from light, and stores it in a self-recharging battery which never needs to be changed.
- boAt Airdopes 701 ANC
- Sony LinkBuds Open
Connectivity
Has USB Type-C
The USB Type-C features reversible plug orientation and cable direction.
- boAt Airdopes 701 ANC
- Sony LinkBuds Open
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.
- boAt Airdopes 701 ANC 5
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- Sony LinkBuds Open null
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Has aptX Adaptive
aptx Adaptive is an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that is developed by Qualcomm. It has a variable bit rate (between 279kbps and 420kbps), which means it can adjust the bit rate for different scenarios, such as listening to HD audio or reducing interference from other devices.
- boAt Airdopes 701 ANC
- Sony LinkBuds Open
Has aptX Low Latency
aptX Low Latency is a codec developed by Qualcomm. It uses Bluetooth 5.0 technology to provide low latency audio (around 40ms), which is useful when you want to avoid audio lag (e.g. when playing games).
- boAt Airdopes 701 ANC
- Sony LinkBuds Open
Has aptX HD
aptX HD is an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that is developed by Qualcomm. It supports high quality 24-bit audio (at a bit rate of 576kbps).
- boAt Airdopes 701 ANC
- Sony LinkBuds Open
Has aptX Lossless
aptX Lossless is an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that is developed by Qualcomm. It supports high quality 16-bit/44.1kHz audio (at a maximum bit rate of 1200kbps). This codec provides CD-quality audio without any loss of data.
- boAt Airdopes 701 ANC
- Sony LinkBuds Open
Audio latency
Latency refers to the time it takes for the audio signal to be transmitted to your headphones/earbuds. Lower latency reduces audio lag, and is particularly important when playing games or watching videos.
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- Sony LinkBuds Open null
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Maximum Bluetooth range
The device can connect at a greater distance via Bluetooth or infrared to another device.
- boAt Airdopes 701 ANC 10
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- Sony LinkBuds Open null
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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.
- boAt Airdopes 701 ANC null
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- Sony LinkBuds Open 10
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Can be used wirelessly
Wireless devices allow users more freedom of movement.
- boAt Airdopes 701 ANC
- Sony LinkBuds Open
Has AAC
AAC is a codec that is 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.
- boAt Airdopes 701 ANC
- Sony LinkBuds Open
Features
Has ambient sound mode
Ambient sound mode uses microphones to pass through ambient noises so that they can still be heard. It’s useful when you want to listen to music but also be aware of what’s happening around you, for example when you’re jogging but still want to be able to hear traffic.
- boAt Airdopes 701 ANC
- Sony LinkBuds Open
Has in/on-ear detection
Sensors can detect when they are removed from your ears so that the music is paused, saving battery life.
- boAt Airdopes 701 ANC
- Sony LinkBuds Open
Has find earbuds feature
You can use the app to play a sound from your earbuds to help you locate them.
- boAt Airdopes 701 ANC
- Sony LinkBuds Open
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.
- boAt Airdopes 701 ANC
- Sony LinkBuds Open
Multipoint count
Multipoint allows you to link to more Bluetooth devices and switch between them. For example you can easily switch calls from one device to another without having to manually disconnect and reconnect.
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- Sony LinkBuds Open 2
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Has a mute function
The device has an option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.
- boAt Airdopes 701 ANC
- Sony LinkBuds Open
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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- Sony LinkBuds Open null
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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.
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- Sony LinkBuds Open null
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Has an in-line control panel
There is a control panel on the cable, so you can easily operate the device without having to interact with it.
- boAt Airdopes 701 ANC
- Sony LinkBuds Open
Internal storage
The internal storage refers to the built-in storage space available in a device for system data, apps, and user-generated data. With a large amount of internal storage, you can save more files and apps on your device.
- boAt Airdopes 701 ANC null
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- Sony LinkBuds Open null
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Has a built-in camera remote control function
The device can control your smartphone’s camera remotely (without installing third-party apps), allowing you to take shots even if your phone isn't near you.
- boAt Airdopes 701 ANC
- Sony LinkBuds Open
Microphone
Has a noise-canceling microphone
These microphones are designed to filter out background noise from the desired sound. Especially useful in noisy environments.
- boAt Airdopes 701 ANC
- Sony LinkBuds Open