1. Clearly define the usage scenario
Commuting/Business Travel: It is recommended to choose headphones with strong active noise reduction function, noise reduction depth ≥ 35dB, and support multi-mode switching, such as transparent mode, anti wind noise, etc., for easy use in different environments, such as in ear or head mounted noise reduction headphones.
Sports and fitness: It is necessary to choose headphones with a waterproof and sweat proof rating of IPX4 or above, and wear them firmly. You can choose in ear headphones with ear hooks and shark fin designs or semi in ear headphones with ear hooks. At the same time, pay attention to the battery life, and it is best to have a single battery life of ≥ 6 hours.
Audio and video entertainment: Focus on sound quality performance, choose headphones with a wide frequency response range and support for lossless encoding such as aptX Lossless. In addition, low latency technology is also important, as a latency of less than 80ms can bring a better audio-visual experience. Headphones usually have advantages in sound quality and sound field.
Business office: Choose headphones that support dual device connection and ENC call noise reduction to ensure clear calls, and intelligent interactive functions such as light sensing start stop can also enhance user convenience.
2. Pay attention to sound quality performance
Voice unit: Generally speaking, large-sized dynamic coil units have better sound quality, such as dynamic coil units above 40mm, which will have fuller low frequencies; In terms of diaphragm material, high-end materials such as diamond plated crystal diaphragms are superior to ordinary PET materials, with higher frequency transparency.
Audio decoding: Android users prefer headphones that support LDAC/aptX HD, while Apple users prefer AAC encoding. If pursuing lossless sound quality, they need to choose headphones that support aptX Lossless.
Tuning technology: The brand's self-developed acoustic solution can optimize the three frequency balance, making the sound clearer and more natural, avoiding the feeling of "dullness".
3. Consider wearing comfort
In ear style: A single ear weight of less than 5g is more comfortable, and attention should be paid to the material and size of the earplugs. Silicone covers usually come in S, M, and L sizes, and you should choose the size that suits your ear canal to avoid discomfort caused by prolonged wear and compression of the ear canal.
Half in ear style: The key is that the angle of the earphone "ear handle" should be in line with the ear canal. When wearing, do not press hard, find a natural support feeling, and avoid pain caused by external ear skin compression.
Head mounted: The earmuffs are made of soft materials such as protein skin and memory cotton. The pressure distribution on the headband should be uniform, and the weight should be controlled within 300g. At the same time, the adjustment range of the headband should be large enough to adapt to different head circumferences.
4. View technical specifications
Bluetooth version: It is recommended to choose Bluetooth 5.3/5.4 version headphones, which have stronger anti-interference ability and lower latency, especially suitable for gaming scenarios.
Chip solution: Different chip solutions can affect the performance of headphones. For example, the Qualcomm QCC series supports high-definition transmission, while the ADI solution performs well in noise reduction.
Battery life: When the noise reduction is turned on, the single battery life is ≥ 4 hours, and when combined with the charging case, the total battery life is>20 hours. It also supports fast charging function, such as 2 hours of use after 10 minutes of charging, which can meet daily usage needs.
5. Consider additional features
Intelligent interaction: Some headphones have optical detection function, which can pause playback by removing the headphones. Others can customize EQ, noise reduction curve, etc. through the APP, making it convenient for users to set according to their preferences.
Scalability: The multi device switching function allows headphones to quickly switch between various devices such as mobile phones and computers, while the spatial audio function provides a more immersive auditory experience. The reverse charging function can provide emergency charging for other devices.
6. Determine budget and brand
Budget: The price of headphones varies greatly, ranging from tens to thousands of yuan. After setting the budget, choose products with high cost-effectiveness, that is, headphones that can provide the best sound quality, comfort, and functionality within the budget range. Generally speaking, headphones priced between 300-800 yuan have a relatively high cost performance ratio.
Brand: Well known brands usually invest more in research and development and production, ensuring better product quality, after-sales service, and user experience, such as Sony, Bose, Sennheiser, etc. However, there are cost-effective products at different price points that can be comprehensively compared and selected.
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