Ingress protection ratings refer to the level of protection given by a casing, against solids and water. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value of the IP rating represents protection against solids such as dust, while the second refers to protection against liquids (water).
Scoring IPX4, the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s rating for solids indicates that no data available to specify a protection rating, and the second value of 4 means 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 7 Pro have a rating of IP57 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 7 Pro has a higher liquid rating than Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)
The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a weight of 8.56g . We prefer a lower weight best for the reason that lighter devices are easier to carry.
Jabra Elite 7 Pro, at 10.8g
weigh more than the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) by of 2.24g
For a device to be true wireless it must have no cables linking any part of the device together, Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) are true wireless for this case since they don't have cables. This is a key distinction since wireless earbuds have wires connecting the two earbuds together. Jabra Elite 7 Pro also is true wireless since it has no wires connecting the 2 earbuds together.
Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have sweat resistance
Jabra Elite 7 Pro's resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal for use during long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc
Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have stereo speakers, what this means is that Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience. The Jabra Elite 7 Pro also have stereo speakers
ANC utilises more advanced technology to reduce unwanted ambient sounds. ANC works when, it studies the sound pattern of incoming noise and generates a mirror signal to cancel it out.
Simply put, it's like taking +1 (sound from your surrounding) then adding -1 (counter sound by the device) giving 0 resulting in a reduced level of noise.
Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have Active Noise Cancellation enabling you to listen at lower volume levels, good for your ears since you don't have to crank up the device volume to outcompete background sounds. Jabra Elite 7 Pro too have Active Noise Cancellation making either of the earbuds ideal for plane rides and rush hour commutes.
The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) and Jabra Elite 7 Pro work with different noise cancellation settings, pick the noise cancellation type that you prefer for commute or that suites your chill time. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) sit tightly in place, creating an acoustic seal that reduces background noise while preventing the earbuds voice audio from leaking out at the same. Both of these devices have passive noise reduction which implies that they limit ambient noise without using ANC to cancel it out.
Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a unit size of 11mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, therefor producing better bass. A driver unit is basically a mini speaker that produces sound in the device, the unit size corellates with the sound made by the device. Jabra Elite 7 Pro driver unit is 6mm in diameter,
which implies that they have a smaller driver unit than that of Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) by 5mm
, many people have a misconception that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.
However, large drivers usually have difficulty producing high frequencies so yes, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not indicate that they deliver better quality sound. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s lowest frequency is at 10Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio component generates low audible frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through. Jabra Elite 7 Pro's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that
Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) can make sound with a juicier bass than the Jabra Elite 7 Pro
Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response measures if and how well an audio device produces high audible frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal while at it.
Jabra Elite 7 Pro's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that
both devices generate equal treble
Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s battery life is 6 hours, these last longer than 5 hours of listening which is considered average before recharge. A device's battery life is given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings. Jabra Elite 7 Pro's battery life is
more than that of Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) by 3 hours
. Each time you recharge your device, 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. This is given by the vendor, and the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s case has a full charge of 30 hours. A charging case with more battery hours allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go several times before having to recharge the case itself.
Jabra Elite 7 Pro's charging case has a battery life of 24 hours,
less than that of Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) by 6 hours
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 when they have been in storage for extended periods. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen), the device supports wireless charging.
To charge the earbuds, you simply put down on a compatible charging pad. Jabra Elite 7 Pro also support wireless charging, take note of the charging standard of the earbuds. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the device has a low battery.
Its lights display the charging state of your earbuds and charging case. Jabra Elite 7 Pro too have a battery level indicator, these allow you to determine the charging state of your device, if charged fully, or having a low battery. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have Bluetooth version of 5, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.
Jabra Elite 7 Pro has a Bluetooth version of 5.2,
newer than that of Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth. Jabra Elite 7 Pro have a maximum range of 10meters,
equal to that of the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)
Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) support AAC, a codec that is 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 a similar bit rate.
Being the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) will work well with your iPad.
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. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have 6 microphones. Jabra Elite 7 Pro microphones are 8,
more than that of Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) by 2
. More microphones record better sound quality and help the device to filter out noise.
The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are designed to filter out background sounds from the earbuds' sound. The Jabra Elite 7 Pro too use a noise-canceling type of microphone. This is useful in noisy areas.
The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when removed from your ears .
The Jabra Elite 7 Pro support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears improving your listening experience. If misplaced in a room, or can't be found in your bag, the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) support the find earbuds feature. The Jabra Elite 7 Pro also have the find earbuds feature.
Simply use the device app on your smartphone to play a sound from your earbuds to help you locate them. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) support fast charging. Usually, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to fully charge a device.
Also the Jabra Elite 7 Pro too support fast charging. This kind is 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 thirty minutes.
Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a multipoint of 2 connections, this feature allows you connect to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. Say, you can switch calls from one device to another without manually disconnect and reconnect. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a mute function, they have the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.
The Jabra Elite 7 Pro too support the mute function. It means that you can turn off the device's microphone, but you can still hear the other party's voice. 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 7 Pro also have a control panel on them. 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. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have voice prompts.
With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, like if there is an issue with the connection. The Jabra Elite 7 Pro too have voice prompts meaning the device notifies you when the battery is running low, and you need to recharge them. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) come with a special pouch.
Carrying earphones openly, or placing them in your pockets without a casing may easily damage them. Jabra Elite 7 Pro also have a case included, which offers safe transportation.
