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

IP ratings is the rating of protection given by an enclosure, against solids and water. 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 resistance against liquids (sweat).

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. 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, 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 take in account a lower weight best because lighter devices are more comfortable to transport.

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 wires linking any part of the device together, Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) are true wireless for this case since they have no cables. This is a major difference since wireless earbuds have wires linking the 2 earbuds . Jabra Elite 7 Pro also is true wireless because 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 good for use during long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience. The Jabra Elite 7 Pro also have stereo speakers ANC makes use of more advanced technology to actively counter noise.

How it works, it studies the sound pattern of incoming noise and generates a mirror signal to counter it. Simply put, it's like having +1 (noise) then producing -1 (counter sound by the device) giving zero which results in a reduced level of noise.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have ANC enabling you to listen at lower levels of volume, good for your ears as you don't need to crank up the earbuds volume to overcome background sounds.

The Jabra Elite 7 Pro too have Active Noise Cancellation making both devices ideal for flights and morning commutes. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) and Jabra Elite 7 Pro operate with different noise cancellation settings, pick the setting that suits your travel or that enhances your relaxation time. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) sit well in place, this creates a sound covering that reduces your environment sounds and also prevents the device music from leaking out . Both Jabra Elite 7 Pro, and Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have passive noise reduction this implies that they tone down ambient noise without 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, and can produce better bass. A driver unit is basically a mini speaker that makes sound in the device, 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 , 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 yes, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not imply that they produce better quality sound. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio device produces low audible frequencies and if it alters the signal on its way through. Jabra Elite 7 Pro's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that both devices make sound with equal bass Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response shows how well an audio device makes 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 means that both devices 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 before recharge. 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 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 playing time.

The effect is not noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time. The battery life of the charging case is given by the manufacturer, and Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s case is said to have a full charge of 24 hours. A charging case with more battery hours enables 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 requires 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 unused for long periods. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen), the device supports wireless charging.

To charge the device, you just place down on a compatible 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 earbuds has a low battery.

Its lights display the charging status of your earbuds and case. Jabra Elite 7 Pro too have a battery level indicator, these enable you tell the charging state of your device, whether fully charged, or the battery is running low. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have Bluetooth version of 5.3, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables 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, older than that of Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) . Newer versions provide faster data transfers. 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 that is used for Bluetooth audio.

It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Since it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it provides 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 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. The 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 result in better sound quality and help the earbuds to filter out background sounds.

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.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient sound to 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 what’s happening around you, for example when you’re having a run but would still want to hear traffic. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when they are removed from your ears . The Jabra Elite 7 Pro too support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears improving your listening experience. If 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 too have the find earbuds feature. You can use the earbuds app on your smartphone to play a sound from your earbuds to find them. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support fast charging.

Commonly, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to 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.

For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in just 30 minutes. 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. Say, you can easily 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 option 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 earbuds' microphone, but still hear the other party's voice.

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

With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, say if there is an issue with the connection. Jabra Elite 7 Pro also have voice prompts meaning the earbuds will notify you if the battery is low, and you need to recharge the earbuds. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) come with their own special pouch.

Carrying earbuds openly, or putting them in your bag without a cover may easily damage them. Jabra Elite 7 Pro also have a case included, which is useful for safe transportation.