[ GLOSSARY DEFINITION ]
Audio
Audio Codecs
Formats that compress audio for wireless headphones (AAC, aptX, LDAC); they set max quality.
Also known as:
aptX
LDAC
Bluetooth Codecs
Codecs
AAC
Full Definition & Technical Explanation
Audio codecs define how sound is compressed over Bluetooth — e.g., Audio codecs: AAC, MP3, WAV... (SoC decode) and aptX/LDAC for wireless transmission.
Higher-bitrate codecs (aptX Adaptive, LDAC) preserve more quality with compatible headphones. See Audio codecs in specs.
Where Audio Codecs Matters
Smartphones
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Audio Codecs?
Formats that compress audio for wireless headphones (AAC, aptX, LDAC); they set max quality.
What terms are related to Audio Codecs?
Related Audio terms include Bluetooth, LE Audio, Headphone Jack.
Related Technical Terms
Bluetooth
Short-range wireless for earbuds, watches, and accessories; 5.3/6.0 improves power and range.
Connectivity
LE Audio
The new Bluetooth low-energy audio standard for better battery life, multi-stream, and broadcast.
Audio
Headphone Jack
The 3.5mm analog audio output; increasingly omitted on flagship phones.
Ports