Design
Fit
The fit of the earbuds.
- Sony LinkBuds Open open_ear
- Soundpeats Opera05 in_ear
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.
- Sony LinkBuds Open 10.2
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- Soundpeats Opera05 10
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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.
- Sony LinkBuds Open
- Soundpeats Opera05
Has UV light
The device kills germs, viruses and bacteria using an ultraviolet bulb.
- Sony LinkBuds Open
- Soundpeats Opera05
Has a display
The device has an electronic display to present information to the user.
- Sony LinkBuds Open
- Soundpeats Opera05
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.
- Sony LinkBuds Open
- Soundpeats Opera05
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.
- Sony LinkBuds Open
- Soundpeats Opera05
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.
- Sony LinkBuds Open 11
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- Soundpeats Opera05 12
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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.
- Sony LinkBuds Open 20000
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- Soundpeats Opera05 40000
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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.
- Sony LinkBuds Open
- Soundpeats Opera05
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.
- Sony LinkBuds Open
- Soundpeats Opera05
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.
- Sony LinkBuds Open
- Soundpeats Opera05
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.
- Sony LinkBuds Open 8
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- Soundpeats Opera05 9
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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.
- Sony LinkBuds Open 14
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- Soundpeats Opera05 24
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Battery life (ANC)
The battery life when using active noise cancellation (ANC), as given by the manufacturer.
- Sony LinkBuds Open null
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- Soundpeats Opera05 6
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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.
- Sony LinkBuds Open null
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- Soundpeats Opera05 40
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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.
- Sony LinkBuds Open
- Soundpeats Opera05
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.
- Sony LinkBuds Open null
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- Soundpeats Opera05 5.3
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Has LDAC
LDAC is a codec developed by Sony for Bluetooth audio. It is capable of a very high bitrate of 990kbps, which provides high resolution audio. It can also automatically adjust to a lower bitrate of 330kbps or 660kbps to increase stability.
- Sony LinkBuds Open
- Soundpeats Opera05
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.
- Sony LinkBuds Open
- Soundpeats Opera05
Has find earbuds feature
You can use the app to play a sound from your earbuds to help you locate them.
- Sony LinkBuds Open
- Soundpeats Opera05
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.
- Sony LinkBuds Open 2
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- Soundpeats Opera05 null
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Can read notifications
It can read out any notifications that you receive while you're using the earbuds/headphones.
- Sony LinkBuds Open
- Soundpeats Opera05
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.
- Sony LinkBuds Open null
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- Soundpeats Opera05 1
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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.
- Sony LinkBuds Open
- Soundpeats Opera05
Microphone
Number of microphones
More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the device to filter out background noise.
- Sony LinkBuds Open null
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- Soundpeats Opera05 4
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