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

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) IPX4

Jabra Elite 7 Pro IP57

IP ratings is the rating of protection given by a casing, against dust and liquids. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value means protection against solids say dust, while the second refers to protection against liquids (water).

Having a value of 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

Weight

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) 10.6g

Jabra Elite 7 Pro 10.8g

The 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.

The Jabra Elite 7 Pro, at 10.8g weigh more than the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) by of 0.2g

Has No Wires Or Cables

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Jabra Elite 7 Pro ✓

True wireless devices have no cables connecting any part of the device together, Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) are true wireless for this matter since they have no cables. This is an important difference as some wireless earbuds have wires linking the 2 earbuds together.

Jabra Elite 7 Pro also is true wireless because it doesn't have wires linking the pair of earbuds .

Sweat Resistance

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Jabra Elite 7 Pro ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) are resistant to sweat

Jabra Elite 7 Pro's resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal for use during long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc

Has Stereo Speakers

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Jabra Elite 7 Pro ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have stereo speakers, what this means is that Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s speakers deliver sound from independent 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

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Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Jabra Elite 7 Pro ✓

Active noise cancellation utilises more advanced kind of tech to actively cancel noise. How it works, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and inverts the soundwaves to cancel it out. In simple terms, it's like taking +1 (sound from your surrounding) then producing -1 (counter sound by the device) giving zero thus "diluting" the noise.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have Active Noise Cancellation allowing you to listen at lower levels of volume, causing less ear fatigue as you don't have to crank up the device volume to overcome background sounds.

The Jabra Elite 7 Pro too have Active Noise Cancellation which makes both earbuds ideal for flights and morning commutes. Each operate with different noise cancellation modes, pick the setting that suits your travel or that enhances your chill time.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Jabra Elite 7 Pro ✓

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) stay well in place, this creates an acoustic seal that tones down background sounds and also prevents the earbuds voice audio from leaking out at the same.

Both of these devices have passive noise reduction this means that both limit ambient noise instead of actively using technology to cancel it out.

Driver Unit Size

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) 11mm

Jabra Elite 7 Pro 6mm

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) driver unit is 11mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, and can produce better bass. The 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 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 find it difficult to produce high frequencies so yeah, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not imply that they produce better quality sound.

Lowest Frequency

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) 20Hz

Jabra Elite 7 Pro 20Hz

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well an audio component generates low recognizable frequencies and if it alters the signal while at it.

Jabra Elite 7 Pro's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that both devices can make sound with equal bass

Highest Frequency

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) 20,000Hz

Jabra Elite 7 Pro 20,000Hz

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response indicates how well an audio component produces high audible frequencies and if it makes any adjustments to the signal on its way through.

Jabra Elite 7 Pro's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that both devices produce equal treble

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Battery Life

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) 6hours

Jabra Elite 7 Pro 9hours

The 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 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 time, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time.

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) 24hours

Jabra Elite 7 Pro 24hours

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 enables 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)

Charge Time

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) 1hours

Jabra Elite 7 Pro ✗

It requires 1 hours to fully charge the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s battery. It is recommended to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds when they have been in storage for extended periods.

Has Wireless Charging

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Jabra Elite 7 Pro ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen), the device supports wireless charging. To charge the device, you just put down on a compatible charging pad.

Jabra Elite 7 Pro also support wireless charging, always look out for the charging standard of the earbuds.

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Jabra Elite 7 Pro ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the earbuds has a low battery. The battery indicator lights indicate the charging state of your device and charging case.

Jabra Elite 7 Pro too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators allow you to tell the charging state of your device, if charged fully, or having a low battery.

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Has Usb Type-C

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✗

Jabra Elite 7 Pro ✓

The Jabra Elite 7 Pro use USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable.

Bluetooth Version

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) v5.3

Jabra Elite 7 Pro v5.2

The 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.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) 10meters

Jabra Elite 7 Pro 10meters

The 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)

Has Aac

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Jabra Elite 7 Pro ✗

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd 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.

Since its the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) will work fine 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.

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Number Of Microphones

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) 6only

Jabra Elite 7 Pro 8only

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.

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Jabra Elite 7 Pro ✓

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 have a noise-canceling type of microphone. Especially useful in noisy areas.

Highest Mic Frequency

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✗

Jabra Elite 7 Pro 8,000Hz

The Jabra Elite 7 Pro's highest mic frequency is 8,000Hz, high frequencies are best for recording treble. The highest mic frequency of a microphone is defined as its upper limiting frequency.

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Has Ambient Sound Mode

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Jabra Elite 7 Pro ✓

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient noises to still be heard even when wearing the earbuds

The Jabra Elite 7 Pro support ambient sound mode as well, it’s useful when you want to listen to music while being aware of your surrounding, say you’re having a run but still want to be able to hear traffic.

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Jabra Elite 7 Pro ✓

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have 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.

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Jabra Elite 7 Pro ✓

When lost in a room, or can't be found in your bag, Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support the find earbuds feature.

Jabra Elite 7 Pro also have the find earbuds feature. You can use the device app on your phone to play a sound from your device to find them.

Supports Fast Charging

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Jabra Elite 7 Pro ✓

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support fast charging. Usually, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the time it takes to charge the earbuds.

The Jabra Elite 7 Pro support fast charging. This kind is similar to regular charging, just that the battery is filling up much faster. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in just thirty minutes.

Multipoint Count

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) 2only

Jabra Elite 7 Pro ✗

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support multipoint of 2 connections, the multipoint feature allows you to link 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 Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Jabra Elite 7 Pro ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a mute function, they support the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.

The Jabra Elite 7 Pro also have this function. The mute function means that you can turn off the device's microphone, but you can still hear the other party talk.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Jabra Elite 7 Pro ✓

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.

Has Voice Prompts

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Jabra Elite 7 Pro ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support voice prompts. Automatically receive information via audio messages, like if there is an issue with the connection.

The Jabra Elite 7 Pro too support voice prompts .i.e the device will notify you when the battery is low, and it's time to recharge the earbuds.

Travel Bag Is Included

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Jabra Elite 7 Pro ✓

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) come with their own special case. Carrying earphones without a case, or placing them inside your pockets without a casing may easily damage them.

Jabra Elite 7 Pro too have a case included, which offers safe transportation.

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Category	Features	Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)	Jabra Elite 7 Pro
DESIGN	ingress protection (ip) rating	IPX4	IP57
	weight	10.6g	10.8g
	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	20Hz	20Hz
	highest frequency	20,000Hz	20,000Hz
POWER	battery life	6hours	9hours
	battery life of charging case	24hours	24hours
	charge time	1hours	✗
	has wireless charging	✓	✓
	has a battery level indicator	✓	✓
CONNECTIVITY	has usb type-c	✗	✓
	bluetooth version	v5.3	v5.2
	maximum bluetooth range	10meters	10meters
	has aac	✓	✗
MICROPHONE	number of microphones	6only	8only
	has a noise-canceling microphone	✓	✓
	highest mic frequency	✗	8,000Hz
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	✓	✓
	has voice prompts	✓	✓
	travel bag is included	✓	✓
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