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

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

Scoring IPX4, the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s rating is read as, the first value of X denotes 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 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, Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) has a lower liquid rating than Jabra Elite 7 Pro Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a weight of 10.6g . We prefer a lower weight better for the reason that lighter devices are easier to move with.

Jabra Elite 7 Pro, at 10.8g are heavier than the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) by of 0.2g For a device to be true wireless it must have no wires connecting any part of the device together, Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) are true wireless for this matter since they don't have cables. This is a major difference as some wireless earbuds have wires connecting the 2 earbuds . Jabra Elite 7 Pro also is true wireless since it doesn't have cables connecting the two earbuds . Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) are resistant to sweat Jabra Elite 7 Pro's resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience. Both Jabra Elite 7 Pro and Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have stereo speakers Active noise cancellation utilises advanced technology to reduce unwanted ambient sounds.

How it works, it listens to the sound pattern of incoming noise and then inverts the soundwaves to counter it. In simple terms, it's like having +1 (noise) and producing -1 (counter sound by the device) giving 0 resulting in a reduced level of noise.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have Active Noise Cancellation enabling you to listen at lower levels of volume, good for your ears since you don't need to crank up the device volume to outcompete background sounds.

Jabra Elite 7 Pro too have ANC which makes both devices ideal for flights and morning commutes. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) and Jabra Elite 7 Pro operate with different noise cancellation types, pick the setting that suits your commute or that suites your relaxation time. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) sit tightly in place, this creates a sound covering that tones down background sounds well as preventing the earbuds sound from leaking out . Both Jabra Elite 7 Pro, and Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have passive noise reduction which implies that they limit ambient noise instead of actively using ANC 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 makes sound in the earbuds, its size dictates 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 Pro (2nd Gen) by 5mm , as many tend to believe 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 imply that they deliver better quality sound. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well an audio device generates low recognizable frequencies and if it alters the signal on its way through. Jabra Elite 7 Pro's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that both devices can produce equal bass Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response shows how well a particular audio device makes high recognizable 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 Pro (2nd 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 commonly 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 . Each time you recharge your device, they get a little less playing time.

The effect is not noticeable at first, but over a few years, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time. The battery life of the charging case is given by the manufacturer, and the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s case is said to have a charge of 24 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, 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 highly adivsable to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds when they have been in storage for extended periods. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen), the device supports wireless charging.

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

Its lights display the charging state of your device and case. Jabra Elite 7 Pro too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators enable you determine the charging state of your device, whether fully charged, or having a low battery. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have Bluetooth version of 5.3, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers 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. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd 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 Pro (2nd Gen) Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support AAC, a codec used for Bluetooth audio.

It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Since it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it provides better results than other codecs at a similar 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 are planning on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have 6 microphones. Jabra Elite 7 Pro microphones are 8, more than that of Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) by 2 . More microphones result in 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 intended to reduce background sounds from the desired sound. The Jabra Elite 7 Pro too use a noise-canceling microphone. Especially useful in noisy environments.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient noises so that they can still be heard even when wearing them The Jabra Elite 7 Pro support ambient sound mode as well, it’s useful when you want to listen to music but also be aware of what’s happening around you, for example when you’re having a jog but would still want to be able to hear traffic. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when removed from your ears so that the music is paused. The 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.

If lost in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support the find earbuds feature. The Jabra Elite 7 Pro too have the find earbuds feature. You can use the device app on your smartphone 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 reduce the amount of time it takes to fully charge the earbuds. Also the Jabra Elite 7 Pro support fast charging.

It's very similar to regular charging, only that the battery is filling up much faster. Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in 30 minutes. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support multipoint of 2 connections, this feature allows you connect to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them.

For example, you can switch calls from one device to another without manually disconnect and reconnect. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a mute function, they support the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device. The Jabra Elite 7 Pro too have the mute function.

It means that you are in position turn off the earbuds' microphone, but still hear the other party talk. With the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen), so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the device. Jabra Elite 7 Pro also have a control panel on them.

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have voice prompts. Automatically receive information through audio messages, say if there is a problem with the connection. The Jabra Elite 7 Pro too have voice prompts meaning the device will notify you if the battery is low, and it's time to recharge them.

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) come with their own special case. Carrying earphones openly, or putting them inside your pockets without a cover can easily put them at risk of getting damaged. Jabra Elite 7 Pro also have a travel bag included, which is useful for safe transportation.