Apple Airpods Pro (2Nd Gen) Vs. Jabra Elite 7 Pro Review

Ingress protection ratings is the rank of protection given by a casing, against dust and liquids. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value represents protection against solids say dust, followed by the one that refers to protection against liquids (water).

Having a value of IPX4, the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd 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. In comparison to the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd 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 Pro (2nd Gen) The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a weight of 10.6g . We take in account a lower weight better because lighter devices are more comfortable to transport.

The Jabra Elite 7 Pro, at 10.8g weigh more than the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) with a difference of 0.2g True wireless devices have no cables connecting any part of the device together, Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) are true wireless for this case since they have no wires. This is a major distinction as some wireless earbuds have cables linking the 2 earbuds . Jabra Elite 7 Pro also is true wireless since it doesn't have wires connecting the pair of earbuds . Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have sweat resistance Jabra Elite 7 Pro's resistance to sweat makes both devices good for use during long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc Apple AirPods Pro (2nd 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 7 Pro also have stereo speakers Active noise cancellation 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. Simply put, it's like taking +1 (sound from your surrounding) then producing -1 (inverted noise) giving 0 thus "diluting" the noise.

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have Active Noise Cancellation enabling you to listen at lower volume levels, causing less ear fatigue since you don't need to crank up the earbuds volume to outcompete background noise.

The Jabra Elite 7 Pro too have Active Noise Cancellation making both devices ideal for flights and rush hour commutes. Each work with different noise cancellation types, pick the setting that suits your commute or that enhances your chill time. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) stay tightly in place, creating a sound seal that tones down your environment sounds and also prevents the device sound from leaking out . Both of these devices have passive noise reduction which implies that they tone down ambient noise without using technology to cancel it out.

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) driver unit is 11mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, therefor producing better bass. A driver unit is the component that produces sound in the earbuds, the unit size dictates the loudness of 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 Pro (2nd 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 are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not mean that they deliver better quality sound. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well a particular audio component produces low recognizable frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it. Jabra Elite 7 Pro's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that both devices produce equal bass The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response measures if and how well an audio component generates high recognizable frequencies and if it changes to the signal on its way through.

Jabra Elite 7 Pro's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that both devices can produce equal treble Apple AirPods Pro (2nd 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 given by the manufacturer, and with more battery hours, 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 Pro (2nd Gen) by 3 hours . Every 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. This is given by the manufacturer, and the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s case is said to have a full charge of 24 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go multiple times before having to recharge the case itself.

Jabra Elite 7 Pro's charging case has a battery life of 24 hours, equal to that of the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) It takes 1 hours to fully charge the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s battery. It is recommended to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds when they have been in storage for extended periods. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen), the device supports wireless charging.

To charge the earbuds, you simply place down on a supported charging pad. Jabra Elite 7 Pro also support wireless charging, take note of the charging standard of a device. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the device has a low battery.

Its lights display the charging state of your earbuds and case. Jabra Elite 7 Pro too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators allow you tell the charging state of your device, whether fully charged, or having a low battery. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have Bluetooth version of 5.3, 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 7 Pro has a Bluetooth version of 5.2, older than that of Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) . Newer versions provide faster data transfers. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth. Jabra Elite 7 Pro have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) Apple AirPods Pro (2nd 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 Pro (2nd Gen) will work fine with your MacBook.

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 Pro (2nd Gen) have 6 microphones. The Jabra Elite 7 Pro microphones are 8, more than that of Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) by 2 . More microphones record better sound quality and help the earbuds to filter out background sounds.

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are made to filter out noise from the desired sound. The Jabra Elite 7 Pro too have a noise-canceling type of microphone. This is useful in noisy areas.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient sound so that they can still be heard even when wearing the earbuds The Jabra Elite 7 Pro support ambient sound mode as well, helpful when you want to listen to music while being aware of your surrounding, for example when you’re having a run but still want to be able to hear traffic. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when removed from your ears . Jabra Elite 7 Pro too support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears saving battery life. When misplaced in a room, or can't be found in your bag, Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a find earbuds feature.

Jabra Elite 7 Pro too have the find earbuds feature. Simply use the device app on your phone to play an alarm from your device to help you find them. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support fast charging.

Most often, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to charge the earbuds. Also the Jabra Elite 7 Pro support fast charging. This kind is similar to regular charging, only that the battery fills up much faster.

Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in just thirty minutes. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a multipoint of 2 connections, the multipoint feature allows you connect to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. For example, you can easily switch calls from one device to another without having to manually disconnect and reconnect.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a mute function, they have the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds. The Jabra Elite 7 Pro too have the mute function. It means that you unilaterally turn off the device's microphone, but you can still hear the other party talk.

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen), so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the device. The Jabra Elite 7 Pro also have a control panel on them. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have voice prompts.

Automatically receive information via audio messages, like if there is an issue with the connection. The Jabra Elite 7 Pro too have voice prompts .i.e the device notifies you when the battery is low, and you need to recharge the device. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) come with a special case.

Carrying earbuds without a case, or putting them inside your bag without a cover may easily put them at risk of getting damaged. Jabra Elite 7 Pro also have a case included, which is useful for safe transportation.