Bang & Olufsen Beoplay Ex Vs. Jabra Elite 5 Review In Detail

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX IP57

Jabra Elite 5 IP55

Ingress protection ratings is the level of protection offered by an enclosure, against solids and water. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value refers to protection against solids say dust, followed by the one that refers to protection against liquids (water).

Scoring IP57, the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX's rating for solids indicates 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 the second number of 7 means that they are protected against temporary immersion in water under set conditions, say 1 metre for 30 minutes.

In comparison to the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX, Jabra Elite 5 have a rating of IP55 meaning that they both have the same rating against dust and that of liquids is that, Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX has a higher liquid rating than Jabra Elite 5

Weight

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX 12g

Jabra Elite 5 10g

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have a weight of 12g . We prefer a lower weight best for the reason that lighter devices are easier to carry.

The Jabra Elite 5, at 10g are lighter than the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX by -2g

Has No Wires Or Cables

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

Jabra Elite 5 ✓

For a device to be true wireless it should have no wires connecting any part of the device together, Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX are true wireless for this case since they have no wires. This is a key difference since wireless earbuds have cables connecting the two earbuds .

Jabra Elite 5 also is true wireless since it has no cables linking the pair of earbuds together.

Sweat Resistance

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

Jabra Elite 5 ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have sweat resistance

Jabra Elite 5's resistance to sweat makes both devices good for use during long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc

Has Stereo Speakers

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

Jabra Elite 5 ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have stereo speakers, what this means is that Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX's speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience.

Both Jabra Elite 5 and Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have stereo speakers

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Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

Jabra Elite 5 ✓

Active noise cancellation utilises more advanced technology to reduce ambient sounds. How it works, it studies the sound pattern of incoming noise and inverts the soundwaves to counter it. In simple terms, it's like taking +1 (noise) and producing -1 (counter sound by the device) to make zero hence "diluting" the noise.

The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have ANC allowing you to listen at lower volume levels, causing less ear fatigue since you don't have to crank up the earbuds volume to outcompete background sounds.

Jabra Elite 5 too have ANC making both devices ideal for plane rides and rush hour commutes. Each operate with different noise cancellation modes, pick the setting that you prefer for commute or that enhances your chill time.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

Jabra Elite 5 ✓

The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX stay tightly in place, this creates a sound covering that reduces your environment noise while preventing the earbuds voice audio from leaking out at the same.

Both Jabra Elite 5, and Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have passive noise reduction which implies that both limit ambient noise without using technology to cancel it out.

Driver Unit Size

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX 9.2mm

Jabra Elite 5 6mm

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have a unit size of 9.2mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, therefor producing better bass. The driver unit is basically a mini speaker that makes sound in the device, its size dictates the sound produced by the earbuds.

Jabra Elite 5 driver unit is 6mm in diameter, which means that they have a smaller driver unit than that of Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX by 3.2mm , 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 it's true that, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not indicate that they deliver better quality sound.

Lowest Frequency

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX 20Hz

Jabra Elite 5 20Hz

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well a particular audio component generates low frequencies that can be heard, and if it alters the signal on its way through.

Jabra Elite 5's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that both devices can make sound with equal bass

Highest Frequency

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX 20,000Hz

Jabra Elite 5 20,000Hz

The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response tells how well an audio component produces high human frequencies and if it changes to the signal while at it.

Jabra Elite 5's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that both devices produce equal treble

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Battery Life

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX 8hours

Jabra Elite 5 9hours

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX's battery life is 8 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 5's battery life is more than that of Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX by 1 hours . Every time you recharge your device, they get a little less listening time. The effect is not noticeable at first, but over a few years, your wireless earbuds will no longer play for long like they used to.

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX 20hours

Jabra Elite 5 27hours

This is given by the manufacturer, and Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX's case has a full charge of 20 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go many times before recharging the case itself.

Jabra Elite 5's charging case has a battery life of 27 hours, more than that of Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX by 7 hours

Charge Time

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX 1.5hours

Jabra Elite 5 2hours

It takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX's battery. It is recommended to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds when they have been unused for extended periods.

Jabra Elite 5 takes 2 hours to fully charge the battery, more than that of Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX by 0.5 hours

Has Wireless Charging

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

Jabra Elite 5 ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the device, you simply put down on a supported charging pad.

Jabra Elite 5 also support wireless charging, always look out for the charging standard of a device.

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

Jabra Elite 5 ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the device has a low battery. Its lights show the charging state of your earbuds and case.

Jabra Elite 5 too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators allow you to tell the charging state of your earbuds, if charged fully, or having a low battery.

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Has Usb Type-C

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

Jabra Elite 5 ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX use USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable.

Jabra Elite 5 too support USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug comes along with most current laptops, phones, and tablets.

Bluetooth Version

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX v5.2

Jabra Elite 5 v5.2

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have Bluetooth version of 5.2, 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 5 has a Bluetooth version of 5.2, equal to that of the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX 10meters

Jabra Elite 5 10meters

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth.

Jabra Elite 5 have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX

Has Aac

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

Jabra Elite 5 ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX 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.

Being the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX 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.

The Jabra Elite 5 support AAC as well. Designed to be the successor of the MP3 format, AAC generally achieves higher sound quality than MP3 encoders at the same bit rate.

Has Aptx Adaptive

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

Jabra Elite 5 ✗

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX support APTX Adaptive, an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that are developed by Qualcomm. It has a variable bit rate (between 279kbps and 420kbps).

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Number Of Microphones

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX 6only

Jabra Elite 5 6only

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have 6 microphones.

Jabra Elite 5 microphones are 6, equal to that of the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX . More microphones record better sound quality and help the device to filter out background sounds.

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

Jabra Elite 5 ✗

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX use a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are made to filter out background sounds from the desired sound.

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Has Ambient Sound Mode

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

Jabra Elite 5 ✓

The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient sound so that they can still be heard even while wearing them

The Jabra Elite 5 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 run but still want to be able to hear traffic.

Supports Fast Charging

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

Jabra Elite 5 ✓

The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX support fast charging. Usually, 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 5 support fast charging. It's very similar to regular charging, only that the battery fills up much faster. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in 30 minutes.

Multipoint Count

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX 2only

Jabra Elite 5 ✗

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX support multipoint of 2 connections, the multipoint feature allows you to link to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. For example, you can seemlessly switch calls from one device to another without manually disconnect and reconnect.

Has A Mute Function

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

Jabra Elite 5 ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have a mute function, they support the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.

The Jabra Elite 5 also support this function. It means that you are in position turn off the device's microphone, but still hear the other party's voice.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

Jabra Elite 5 ✓

The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the device.

The Jabra Elite 5 also have a control panel on them.

Warranty Period

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX 3Years

Jabra Elite 5 2Years

The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX have a warranty period of 3 Years, the period of time that warrant free repair and adjustment services in case of a malfunction occurring under normal use following instruction manuals.

When covered under the manufacturer’s warranty it is possible to get a replacement a malfunction occurs. Jabra Elite 5 have a warranty period of 2Years, less than that of Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX by 1 Years .

Has Voice Prompts

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

Jabra Elite 5 ✓

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX support voice prompts. Automatically receive information via audio messages, say if there is an issue with the connection.

The Jabra Elite 5 also have voice prompts .i.e the earbuds notifies you when the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge them.

Travel Bag Is Included

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX ✓

Jabra Elite 5 ✓

The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX come with a special case. Carrying earbuds openly, or placing them inside your bag without a cover can easily damage them.

Jabra Elite 5 also have a travel bag included, which is useful for safe transportation.

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Category	Features	Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX	Jabra Elite 5
DESIGN	ingress protection (ip) rating	IP57	IP55
	weight	12g	10g
	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	9.2mm	6mm
	lowest frequency	20Hz	20Hz
	highest frequency	20,000Hz	20,000Hz
POWER	battery life	8hours	9hours
	battery life of charging case	20hours	27hours
	charge time	1.5hours	2hours
	has wireless charging	✓	✓
	has a battery level indicator	✓	✓
CONNECTIVITY	has usb type-c	✓	✓
	bluetooth version	v5.2	v5.2
	maximum bluetooth range	10meters	10meters
	has aac	✓	✓
	has aptx adaptive	✓	✗
MICROPHONE	number of microphones	6only	6only
MICROPHONE	has a noise-canceling microphone	✓	✗
EXTRAS	has ambient sound mode	✓	✓
	supports fast charging	✓	✓
	multipoint count	2only	✗
	has a mute function	✓	✓
	control panel placed on a device	✓	✓
	warranty period	3Years	2Years
	has voice prompts	✓	✓
	travel bag is included	✓	✓
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