Apple Airpods (3Rd Gen) Vs. Jabra Elite 5 Review In Detail

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) IPX4

Jabra Elite 5 IP55

IP ratings refer to the rating of protection offered by a casing, against solids and water. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value represents protection against solids such as dust, while the second refers to resistance against liquids (sweat).

Scoring IPX4, the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s rating for solids indicates that no data available to specify a protection rating, and of liquids that they can withstand low pressure spray similar to that of a shower head when tilted at 180° for 10 minutes.

Compared to the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen), Jabra Elite 5 have a rating of IP55 meaning that ingress of dust is not totally prevented but dust does not enter in harmful quantities to interfere with the correct operation or impair safety and that of liquids is that, Jabra Elite 5 has a higher liquid rating than Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)

Weight

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 8.56g

Jabra Elite 5 10g

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a weight of 8.56g . We consider a lower weight best because lighter devices are easier to transport.

The Jabra Elite 5, at 10g weigh more than the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) by of 1.44g

Has No Wires Or Cables

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

Jabra Elite 5 ✓

True wireless devices have no cables linking any part of the device together, Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) are true wireless for this case since they have no wires. This is a major distinction as some wireless earbuds have wires connecting the pair of earbuds .

Jabra Elite 5 also is true wireless because it has no cables connecting the 2 earbuds .

Sweat Resistance

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

Jabra Elite 5 ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) are resistant to sweat

Jabra Elite 5's resistance to sweat makes both devices good for use during long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc

Has Stereo Speakers

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

Jabra Elite 5 ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience.

The Jabra Elite 5 also have stereo speakers

Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

Jabra Elite 5 ✓

ANC makes use of more advanced technology to reduce unwanted ambient sounds. ANC works when, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and then inverts the soundwaves to cancel it out. In simple terms, it's like having +1 (noise) then producing -1 (counter sound by the device) to make zero hence "diluting" the noise.

The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have Active Noise Cancellation allowing you to listen at lower volume levels, causing less ear fatigue since you don't need to crank up the earbuds volume to overcome background sounds.

Jabra Elite 5 too have ANC making both devices ideal for plane rides and rush hour travels. Each work with different noise cancellation types, pick the noise cancellation type that suits your travel or that enhances your chill time.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

Jabra Elite 5 ✓

The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) sit well in place, this creates a sound covering that reduces background sounds and also prevents the earbuds music from leaking out at the same.

Both of these devices have passive noise reduction which implies that both limit ambient noise instead of actively using ANC to cancel it out.

Driver Unit Size

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 11mm

Jabra Elite 5 6mm

The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a unit size of 11mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, and can produce better bass. A driver unit is the component that makes sound in the earbuds, the unit size corellates with the loudness of the earbuds.

Jabra Elite 5 driver unit is 6mm in diameter, which implies that they have a smaller driver unit than that of Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) by 5mm , a common assumption that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.

However, large drivers usually have difficulty producing high frequencies so it's true that, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not indicate that they produce better quality sound.

Lowest Frequency

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 10Hz

Jabra Elite 5 20Hz

The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s lowest frequency is at 10Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well an audio component produces low recognizable frequencies and if it alters the signal while at it.

Jabra Elite 5's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) can produce a juicier bass than the Jabra Elite 5

Highest Frequency

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 20,000Hz

Jabra Elite 5 20,000Hz

The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response tells how well an audio device generates high recognizable frequencies and if it changes to the signal while at it.

Jabra Elite 5's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that both devices produce equal treble

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Battery Life

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 6hours

Jabra Elite 5 9hours

The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s battery life is 6 hours, these last longer than 5 hours of listening which is considered average for a single charge. A device's battery life is usually given by the manufacturer, and with more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and have to charge the device less often.

Jabra Elite 5's battery life is more than that of Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) by 3 hours . Each time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less listening time. The effect is barely noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time.

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 30hours

Jabra Elite 5 27hours

This is given by the manufacturer, and the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s case has a full charge of 30 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go multiple times before having to recharge the case itself.

Jabra Elite 5's charging case has a battery life of 27 hours, less than that of Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) by 3 hours

Charge Time

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 0.3hours

Jabra Elite 5 2hours

It requires 0.3 hours to fully charge the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s battery. It is highly adivsable to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds for the first time.

Jabra Elite 5 takes 2 hours to fully charge the battery, more than that of Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) by 1.7 hours

Has Wireless Charging

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

Jabra Elite 5 ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen), the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you just place down on a compatible charging pad.

Jabra Elite 5 also support wireless charging, always look out for the charging standard of the earbuds.

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

Jabra Elite 5 ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the device has a low battery. The battery indicator lights show the charging state of your earbuds and case.

Jabra Elite 5 too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators enable you to tell the charging state of your device, if charged fully, or having a low battery.

Has Usb Type-C

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✗

Jabra Elite 5 ✓

The Jabra Elite 5 support USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable.

Bluetooth Version

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) v5

Jabra Elite 5 v5.2

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have Bluetooth version of 5, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data movement between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.

Jabra Elite 5 has a Bluetooth version of 5.2, newer than that of Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 10meters

Jabra Elite 5 10meters

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth.

Jabra Elite 5 have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)

Has Aac

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

Jabra Elite 5 ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) support AAC, a codec used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Because it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it can provide better results than other codecs at the same bit rate.

Since its the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) will work fine with your iPhone. If you intend on using these with Android you need to pay even closer attention to codec support for if they only have AAC they won't provide the best audio quality possible, ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well.

The Jabra Elite 5 support AAC as well. Designed to be the successor of the MP3 format, AAC generally achieves higher sound quality than MP3 encoders at the same bit rate.

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Number Of Microphones

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 6only

Jabra Elite 5 6only

The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have 6 microphones.

The Jabra Elite 5 microphones are 6, equal to that of the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) . More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the earbuds to filter out background sounds.

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

Jabra Elite 5 ✗

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are made to reduce noise from the earbuds' sound.

Has Ambient Sound Mode

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✗

Jabra Elite 5 ✓

The Jabra Elite 5 support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient sound so that they can still be heard even while wearing the earbuds

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

Jabra Elite 5 ✗

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when removed from your ears .

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

Jabra Elite 5 ✗

If lost in a room, or can't be found in your bag, Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a find earbuds feature.

Supports Fast Charging

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

Jabra Elite 5 ✓

The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) support fast charging. Usually, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the time it takes to charge the earbuds.

Also the Jabra Elite 5 support fast charging. It's very similar to regular charging, only that the battery is filling up much faster. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in 30 minutes.

Multipoint Count

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 2only

Jabra Elite 5 ✗

The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) support multipoint of 2 connections, this feature allows you connect to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. Say, you can seemlessly switch calls from one device to another without having to manually disconnect and reconnect.

Has A Mute Function

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

Jabra Elite 5 ✓

The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a mute function, they support the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.

The Jabra Elite 5 too support this function. It means that you unilaterally turn off the earbuds' microphone, but still hear the other party's voice.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

Jabra Elite 5 ✓

The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen), so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the device.

Jabra Elite 5 also have a control panel on them.

Warranty Period

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 1Years

Jabra Elite 5 2Years

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a warranty period of 1 Years, the period of time that warrant free repair and adjustment services in case of a malfunction occurring under normal use that has followed instruction manuals.

When covered under the manufacturer’s warranty it is possible to get a replacement in the case of a malfunction. Jabra Elite 5 have a warranty period of 2Years, more than that of Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) by 1 Years .

Has Voice Prompts

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

Jabra Elite 5 ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) support voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, say if there is a problem with the connection.

The Jabra Elite 5 also have voice prompts meaning the device notifies you if the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge the device.

Travel Bag Is Included

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

Jabra Elite 5 ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) come with their own special case. Carrying earbuds openly, or putting them in your bag without a cover may easily put them at risk of getting damaged.

Jabra Elite 5 too have a travel bag included, which offers safe transportation.

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Category	Features	Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)	Jabra Elite 5
DESIGN	ingress protection (ip) rating	IPX4	IP55
	weight	8.56g	10g
	has no wires or cables	✓	✓
	sweat resistance	✓	✓
	has stereo speakers	✓	✓
SOUND QUALITY	has active noise cancellation (noise control)	✓	✓
	has passive noise reduction	✓	✓
	driver unit size	11mm	6mm
	lowest frequency	10Hz	20Hz
	highest frequency	20,000Hz	20,000Hz
POWER	battery life	6hours	9hours
	battery life of charging case	30hours	27hours
	charge time	0.3hours	2hours
	has wireless charging	✓	✓
	has a battery level indicator	✓	✓
CONNECTIVITY	has usb type-c	✗	✓
	bluetooth version	v5	v5.2
	maximum bluetooth range	10meters	10meters
	has aac	✓	✓
MICROPHONE	number of microphones	6only	6only
MICROPHONE	has a noise-canceling microphone	✓	✗
EXTRAS	has ambient sound mode	✗	✓
	has in/on-ear detection	✓	✗
	has find earbuds feature	✓	✗
	supports fast charging	✓	✓
	multipoint count	2only	✗
	has a mute function	✓	✓
	control panel placed on a device	✓	✓
	warranty period	1Years	2Years
	has voice prompts	✓	✓
	travel bag is included	✓	✓
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Apple Airpods (3Rd Gen) Vs. Jabra Elite 5 Review In Detail

Design

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Weight

Has No Wires Or Cables

Sweat Resistance

Has Stereo Speakers

Sound Quality

Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Driver Unit Size

Lowest Frequency

Highest Frequency

Power

Battery Life

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Charge Time

Has Wireless Charging

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Connectivity

Has Usb Type-C

Bluetooth Version

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Has Aac

Microphone

Number Of Microphones

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Extras

Has Ambient Sound Mode

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Supports Fast Charging

Multipoint Count

Has A Mute Function

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Warranty Period

Has Voice Prompts

Travel Bag Is Included