Headphones from the late eighties have become an integral part of Russian society. In the Soviet years, they were heavy and large, had low sound quality. Today, compact models are sold that have excellent quality and many other advantages. Next, we'll figure out which wireless or wired headphones are better.
What are the benefits of wired headphones
The fundamental difference between headphones with or without wires is the power source used, the principle of sound transmission, methods of connecting to a smartphone and other devices, weight and shape, the presence of stationary bases, player devices and other additional functions.
Wired headphones are the most common device of all modern devices with an audio jack of about 3.5 millimeters. Unlike wireless, they have:
- high sound quality due to the accuracy of transmission on radio channels;
- reasonable price thanks to the use of a Bluetooth module, not a cable;
- stable connection without interruption of signals as in wireless models;
- small dimensions of the product, light weight and convenient shape.
Attention! Additional functions do not exist, and operate on batteries and mains.
What are the disadvantages
Users note that such models are bad in that on some models the wire can be easily damaged and then the device will be unusable. However, enterprising manufacturers use a special plug, which in case of breakage can be replaced. They also say that they:
- fetter movements and cling to clothes, therefore, not suitable for sports training;
- are created with unreliable fastening of the plug to the wire and thereby the connection is interrupted;
- constantly need an additional power source;
- significantly consume the energy of the device used;
- require binding to the device.
Pros of Wireless Headphones
The wireless appearance of the headphones wins by the fact that you do not need to unwind for a long time the wires tangled in the road, which are always twisted and tangled. Moreover, confused, they lose the sound quality and become unusable. Wireless models have no such problems.
They give a person free movement without fear of breaking or confusing wires. This is especially convenient for sports training.
They also have a more accurate appearance than their competitors, and are independent of mobile devices. They can be used even if the phone is in another room. Using Bluetooth, you can easily connect to your smartphone and use headphones at any time.
In the new brand models, it is possible to integrate additional functions in the form of a player, memory and battery. This will allow you not to spend charging a mobile phone and use the device at any time.
Interesting! The Apple brand has released a new smartphone without a headset jack. Competitors call this absurdity, and experts an interesting marketing move that will allow you to spread the wireless look of the headphones.
Cons of Wireless Headphones
Despite the extensive list of advantages, they have their drawbacks, which are worth knowing when choosing between devices with or without wires.
Thus, wireless headphones have lower quality and heavy weight due to the built-in battery device. In addition, some phones do not have a Bluetooth connection, so their users will not be able to use such headphones.
Another big minus is the price of the devices. High-quality branded models cost more than usual and not everyone can afford them. There is also one unpleasant feature. It consists in an unexpected discharge, which can cause a number of difficulties with the further inclusion and operation of the headphones.
The last drawback is the large dimensions of the headphones, which is why it is difficult to hide them in your pocket, like wired ones.
Which headphones are better wireless or wired
Each user of the device decides for himself which headphones he should choose, because according to the above points, both types of devices have a number of advantages and disadvantages. To finally solve the question of which one is better, a small tabular list of criteria should be considered.
The first criterion is convenience. By this criterion no one wins. Wired headphones get tangled, there is a chance of loss. Wireless wires are not confused due to their absence, however, they are dimensional.
The second criterion is autonomy. According to this criterion, wired win. They work from batteries, accumulators, do not need an additional power source, while wireless ones require an additional power source and recharge and have an appropriate base.
The third criterion is sound quality. Both devices have good sound quality. However, high quality wireless models only on expensive devices.
The fourth criterion is price. Wired is available to everyone, while wireless is available to a few.
The fifth criterion is the scope. Wireless models win in terms of scope, since they can be used freely for a computer with a telephone, TV, game consoles, sports, music. But, as was said earlier, it is preferable to use expensive models for all purposes, since there is a risk of quick damage to the device.
Wired models lose in the criteria of the scope, since good sound quality on a TV requires a greater distance from the screen. Also not suitable for sports due to lack of freedom of movement.
The sixth criterion is aesthetics. Wires give a sloppy appearance to the device, therefore, according to this logic, wireless models win in aesthetics.
In general, wireless and wired models have a number of invaluable advantages and disadvantages. Many users are advised to choose from two options this way: for games and sports, wireless models are better suited, and for everything else - wired.
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