Design
Fit
The fit of the earbuds.
- Nu Republic Epic 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.
- Nu Republic Epic ipx5
- 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.
- Nu Republic Epic null
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- Sony LinkBuds Open 10.2
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Has RGB lighting
RGB lighting allows you to choose between millions of colors and customize the look of your PC components.
- Nu Republic Epic
- Sony LinkBuds Open
Has UV light
The device kills germs, viruses and bacteria using an ultraviolet bulb.
- Nu Republic Epic
- Sony LinkBuds Open
Has a display
The device has an electronic display to present information to the user.
- Nu Republic Epic
- 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.
- Nu Republic Epic
- 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.
- Nu Republic Epic
- 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.
- Nu Republic Epic 13
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- Sony LinkBuds Open 11
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Supports spatial audio
Spatial audio is a technology that creates an immersive, three-dimensional sound experience by simulating audio sources from various directions and distances. It enhances the listener's perception of soundscapes, providing a more realistic and engaging experience for music, movies, or games.
- Nu Republic Epic
- Sony LinkBuds Open
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.
- Nu Republic Epic
- Sony LinkBuds Open
Power
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.
- Nu Republic Epic 56
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- Sony LinkBuds Open 14
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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.
- Nu Republic Epic
- Sony LinkBuds Open
Connectivity
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.
- Nu Republic Epic 5.3
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- Sony LinkBuds Open null
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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.
- Nu Republic Epic 45
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- Sony LinkBuds Open null
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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.
- Nu Republic Epic
- Sony LinkBuds Open
Features
Has find earbuds feature
You can use the app to play a sound from your earbuds to help you locate them.
- Nu Republic Epic
- 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.
- Nu Republic Epic null
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- Sony LinkBuds Open 2
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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.
- Nu Republic Epic
- Sony LinkBuds Open
Microphone
Number of microphones
More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the device to filter out background noise.
- Nu Republic Epic 4
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- Sony LinkBuds Open null
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