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 refer to the rank of protection given by an enclosure, against solids and water. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value of the IP rating means protection against solids such as dust, followed by the one that refers to resistance against liquids (sweat).

Scoring IPX4, the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s rating for solids indicates 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, Jabra Elite 7 Pro has a higher liquid rating than Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)

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 take in account a lower weight best for the reason that lighter devices are more comfortable to carry.

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

Has No Wires Or Cables

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Jabra Elite 7 Pro ✓

True wireless devices have no wires connecting any part of the device together, Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) are true wireless for this case since they don't have cables. This is an important distinction since wireless earbuds have wires linking the pair of earbuds together.

Jabra Elite 7 Pro also is true wireless since it has no wires connecting the pair of earbuds together.

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, training in workout bodysuits, 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 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

Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Jabra Elite 7 Pro ✓

Active noise cancellation utilises more advanced technology to reduce unwanted ambient sounds. ANC works when, it listens to the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and then inverts the soundwaves to counter it. Simply put, it's like having +1 (sound from your surrounding) then producing -1 (inverted noise) giving zero therefore "diluting" the noise.

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

Jabra Elite 7 Pro too have Active Noise Cancellation which makes either of the devices ideal for plane rides and morning commutes. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) and Jabra Elite 7 Pro operate with different noise cancellation settings, pick the setting that you prefer for travel or that suites your relaxation time.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Jabra Elite 7 Pro ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) sit tightly in place, this creates a sound covering that tones down your environment noise well as preventing the earbuds voice audio from leaking out at the same.

Both of these devices have passive noise reduction which implies that both tone down ambient noise without using ANC 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, therefor producing better bass. The driver unit is the component that makes sound in the device, the unit size corellates with the sound made by the earbuds.

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 imply that they produce better quality sound.

Lowest Frequency

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) 20Hz

Jabra Elite 7 Pro 20Hz

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well a particular audio device produces low frequencies that can be heard, 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

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 shows how well an audio component generates high recognizable frequencies and if it makes any adjustments to the signal while at it.

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

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Battery Life

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) 6hours

Jabra Elite 7 Pro 9hours

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 device, they get a little less playing time. The effect is barely noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will no longer play for long like they used to.

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 allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go multiple times before recharging 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 takes 1 hours to fully charge the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s battery. It is highly adivsable to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds for the first time.

Has Wireless Charging

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Jabra Elite 7 Pro ✓

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen), the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you just place down on a supported charging pad.

Jabra Elite 7 Pro also support wireless charging, take note of the charging standard of a device.

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. Its lights show the charging state of your earbuds and case.

Jabra Elite 7 Pro too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators enable you determine the charging state of your device, if charged fully, or the battery is running low.

Has Usb Type-C

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✗

Jabra Elite 7 Pro ✓

The Jabra Elite 7 Pro support 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

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)

Has Aac

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Jabra Elite 7 Pro ✗

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 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 well with your iPhone. If you intend on using these with Android , 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

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have 6 microphones.

While 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.

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Jabra Elite 7 Pro ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are intended to filter out background sounds from the earbuds' sound.

The Jabra Elite 7 Pro too use 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

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.

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 pass through ambient sound so that they can still be heard even while 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, say you’re having a jog but would still want to be able to hear traffic.

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Jabra Elite 7 Pro ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when they are 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 ✓

If lost in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a find earbuds feature.

The Jabra Elite 7 Pro too have the find earbuds feature. Use the earbuds app on your phone to play an alarm from your device to locate them.

Supports Fast Charging

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Jabra Elite 7 Pro ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support fast charging. Most often, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the time it takes to fully charge the earbuds.

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. Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in just 30 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 connect to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. Say, you can easily 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 have the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.

The Jabra Elite 7 Pro also support the mute function. It means that you unilaterally turn off the earbuds' 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 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 ✓

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support 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 also have voice prompts .i.e the device will notify you if the battery is low, and you need to recharge the earbuds.

Travel Bag Is Included

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Jabra Elite 7 Pro ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) come with their own special case. Carrying earphones without a case, or placing 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.

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

Design

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Weight

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

Lowest Frequency

Highest Frequency

Power

Battery Life

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Charge Time

Has Wireless Charging

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Connectivity

Has Usb Type-C

Bluetooth Version

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Has Aac

Microphone

Number Of Microphones

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Highest Mic Frequency

Extras

Has Ambient Sound Mode

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Supports Fast Charging

Multipoint Count

Has A Mute Function

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Has Voice Prompts

Travel Bag Is Included