Apple AirPods (1st generation) vs. Jaybird X4

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Apple AirPods (1st generation) and Jaybird X4. Compare design, audio features, functions and other important specifications to easily choose the right headphones for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the headphones that will best fit your needs.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Apple AirPods (1st generation) vs. Jaybird X4 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Apple AirPods (1st generation) Jaybird X4
Product Type True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Product Generation 1st generation -
Height 4.05 cm 24.2 cm
Width 1.65 cm 54.5 cm
Depth 1.8 cm 1.3 cm
Weight 4 g 14.7 g Apple AirPods (1st generation) are lighter than Apple AirPods (1st generation) headphones.
Dimensions & Weight Details Charging case: 4.43 cm x 2.13 cm x 5.35 cm / 38 g Earphone: 54.5 cm x 1.3 cm x 24.2 cm / 14.7 g
Control unit: 4.25 cm x 1.16 cm x 0.53 cm
Cradle: 9.8 cm x 1.81 cm x 0.96 cm / 5.5 g
Colour - Jade, alfa metallic | Flash, black metallic | Glacier, storm metallic
Protection - Waterproof, sweat-resistant, IPX7
Design - Sports
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 10 m
SOUND QUALITY Apple AirPods (1st generation) Jaybird X4
Headphones Form Factor Ear-bud In-ear
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version - Bluetooth 4.1
Bluetooth Profiles - Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Serial Port Profile (SPP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
Bluetooth Audio Codec - SBC, AAC
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Frequency Response - 20 - 20000 Hz
Max Input Power - 10 mW
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) - <5%
Sensitivity - 99 dB
Impedance - 16 Ohm
Diaphragm - 6 mm
In-Cord Volume Control - Yes
MICROPHONE Apple AirPods (1st generation) Jaybird X4
Form Factor Built-in -
Microphone Operation Mode - Omni-directional
Audio Input Details - Omni-directional
Sensitivity - -38 dB
Max Sound Pressure - 94 dB
REMOTE CONTROL Apple AirPods (1st generation) Jaybird X4
Controls Volume, answer/end, next/previous track Volume control, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track
CABLE Apple AirPods (1st generation) Jaybird X4
Cable Type Lightning cable - detachable -
FEATURES Apple AirPods (1st generation) Jaybird X4
Sensors Dual optical sensors, motion-detecting accelerometer, speech-detecting accelerometer -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Apple AirPods (1st generation) Jaybird X4
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion
Battery Life - 8 hour(s)
Charging Time - 2 hour(s)
Auto On/Off Yes -
OTHERS Apple AirPods (1st generation) Jaybird X4
Included Accessories Charging case Carrying pouch, clothing clip, charging cradle, 3 sizes secure-fit ear fins, Comply ultra ear tips (M/L), oval silicone ear tips (S/L), speed cinch
Compatibility iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac -
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 1 year
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