In depth comparison and review of Poly - Plantronics Backbeat Pro 5100 (Left Earbud) and Anker SoundBuds Slim+. 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.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Poly - Plantronics Backbeat Pro 5100 (Left Earbud) | Anker SoundBuds Slim+ |
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Product Type | True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless | Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless | |
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Weight | 5.8 g | 16 g | Poly - Plantronics Backbeat Pro 5100 (Left Earbud) are lighter than Poly - Plantronics Backbeat Pro 5100 (Left Earbud) headphones. |
Dimensions & Weight Details | Charging case with earphones: 38.6 g | - | |
Colour | Black | Black | |
Protection | Sweat-resistant, water-resistant | IPX5, water-resistant | |
Recommended Use | Portable electronics | Portable electronics | |
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) | 10 m | 10 m | The maximum operating distance of both headphones is the same. |
SOUND QUALITY | Poly - Plantronics Backbeat Pro 5100 (Left Earbud) | Anker SoundBuds Slim+ |
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Headphones Form Factor | In-ear | In-ear | |
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Connectivity Technology | Wireless | Wireless | |
Wireless Technology | Bluetooth | Bluetooth | |
Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.0 | Bluetooth 4.1 | Poly - Plantronics Backbeat Pro 5100 (Left Earbud) have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Anker SoundBuds Slim+. |
Bluetooth Profiles | Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) | - | |
Bluetooth Audio Codec | - | aptX | |
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | - | Poly - Plantronics Backbeat Pro 5100 (Left Earbud) are equipped with active noice cancellation. |
Active Noise Cancelling Technology | WindSmart technology | - | |
Sound Output Mode | Stereo | Stereo | |
Frequency Response | 20 - 20000 Hz | 20 - 20000 Hz | Both headphones offer the same frequency response. |
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) | <3% | - | |
Sensitivity | 94 dB | - | |
Impedance | 16 Ohm | 16 Ohm | |
Diaphragm | 5.8 mm | 6 mm | Anker SoundBuds Slim+ have a thicker diaphragm than Poly - Plantronics Backbeat Pro 5100 (Left Earbud). |
Features | - | Bluetooth aptX technology | |
In-Cord Volume Control | - | Yes |
MICROPHONE | Poly - Plantronics Backbeat Pro 5100 (Left Earbud) | Anker SoundBuds Slim+ |
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Form Factor | Built-in | - | |
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Type | - | On-cable |
REMOTE CONTROL | Poly - Plantronics Backbeat Pro 5100 (Left Earbud) | Anker SoundBuds Slim+ |
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Controls | Mute, volume, answer/end, play/pause, skip track, voice assistant | Power on/off, volume control, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, 3-button remote |
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CABLE | Poly - Plantronics Backbeat Pro 5100 (Left Earbud) | Anker SoundBuds Slim+ |
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Cable Type | Micro-USB charge cable - detachable | USB charge cable - detachable |
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FEATURES | Poly - Plantronics Backbeat Pro 5100 (Left Earbud) | Anker SoundBuds Slim+ |
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Features | Voice alerts | - | |
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Intelligent Assistant | - | Siri | |
Additional Functions | DSP | - |
BATTERY AND CHARGING | Poly - Plantronics Backbeat Pro 5100 (Left Earbud) | Anker SoundBuds Slim+ |
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Battery Type | Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer | Headphone battery rechargeable | |
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Battery Capacity | 60 mAh | - | |
Battery Life | 6.5 hour(s) | 7 hours | Anker SoundBuds Slim+ lasts longer on a single charge than the Poly - Plantronics Backbeat Pro 5100 (Left Earbud). |
Battery Life Details | Continuous playback: up to 6.5 hours Continuous talk: up to 4 hours Continuous playback (with included charging case): up to 19 hours |
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Charging Time | 2 hour(s) | 1.5 hours | Anker SoundBuds Slim+ recharge faster than Poly - Plantronics Backbeat Pro 5100 (Left Earbud). |
OTHERS | Poly - Plantronics Backbeat Pro 5100 (Left Earbud) | Anker SoundBuds Slim+ |
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Included Accessories | 2 pairs of ear tips (small, large), charging case (440 mAh) | 4 pairs of ear tips, 2 pairs of earhooks | |
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Compliant Standards | IP54 | - | |
Service & Support | - | Limited warranty - 18 months Technical support - lifetime |