Devialet Gemini 2
See price on AmazonOverall Score 7.3 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
Jabra Elite 5
See price on AmazonOverall Score 6.8 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
Category | Features | Devialet Gemini 2 | Jabra Elite 5 |
---|---|---|---|
DESIGN | ingress protection (ip) rating | IPX4 | 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 | 10mm | 6mm | |
lowest frequency | 5Hz | 20Hz | |
highest frequency | 20,000Hz | 20,000Hz | |
sound pressure level | 120dB/mW | ✗ | |
POWER | battery life | 5hours | 9hours |
battery life of charging case | 17hours | 27hours | |
charge time | 1hours | 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 | 4only | 6only |
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 | ✗ | 2Years | |
has voice prompts | ✗ | ✓ | |
travel bag is included | ✓ | ✓ | |
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IP ratings refer to the rank of protection given by a casing, against dust and water. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value of the IP rating represents protection against solids say dust, followed by the one that refers to resistance against liquids (sweat).
Having a value of IPX4, the Devialet Gemini 2's rating is read as, the first value of X denotes that no data available to specify a protection rating, and the second value of 4 means that they can withstand low pressure spray similar to that of a shower head when tilted at 180° for 10 minutes.
Compared to the Devialet Gemini 2, Jabra Elite 5 have a rating of IP55 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 5 has a higher liquid rating than Devialet Gemini 2
The Devialet Gemini 2 have a weight of 12g . We consider a lower weight best because lighter devices are easier to transport.
The Jabra Elite 5, at 10g
are lighter than the Devialet Gemini 2 with a difference -2g
True wireless devices have no wires linking any part of the device together, Devialet Gemini 2 are true wireless for this case since they don't have cables. This is a major difference as some wireless earbuds have wires linking the two earbuds .
Jabra Elite 5 also is true wireless since it doesn't have wires linking the pair of earbuds .
Devialet Gemini 2 are resistant to sweat
Jabra Elite 5's resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal for use during long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc
Devialet Gemini 2 have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience.
The Jabra Elite 5 also have stereo speakers
Active noise cancellation makes use of more advanced kind of tech to actively counter noise. ANC works when, it listens to the sound pattern of incoming noise and inverts the soundwaves to counter it. Simply put, it's like having +1 (sound from your surrounding) then adding -1 (counter sound by the device) to make zero resulting in a reduced level of noise.
The Devialet Gemini 2 have ANC enabling you to listen at lower levels of volume, causing less ear fatigue since you don't need to crank up the earbuds volume to outcompete background noise.
Jabra Elite 5 too have ANC making both earbuds ideal for plane rides and rush hour commutes. Each operate with different noise cancellation types, pick the setting that suits your travel or that suites your relaxation time.
Devialet Gemini 2 stay tightly in place, creating a sound seal that tones down background sounds while preventing the device voice audio from leaking out .
Both Jabra Elite 5, and Devialet Gemini 2 have passive noise reduction this implies that both reduce ambient noise instead of actively using technology to cancel it out.
Devialet Gemini 2 have a unit size of 10mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, therefor producing better bass.
The driver unit is basically a mini speaker that produces sound in the earbuds, the unit size determines the loudness of the device.
Jabra Elite 5 driver unit is 6mm in diameter,
which implies that they have a smaller driver unit than that of Devialet Gemini 2 by 4mm
, 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 mean that they produce better quality sound.
Devialet Gemini 2's lowest frequency is at 5Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio component generates low recognizable frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it.
Jabra Elite 5's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that
Devialet Gemini 2 produce a juicier bass than the Jabra Elite 5
The Devialet Gemini 2's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response shows how well an audio device produces high audible frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through.
Jabra Elite 5's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that
both devices can generate equal treble
The sound pressure level, is the level of pressure of sound, measured in decibels, dB, Devialet Gemini 2's measurement is 120dB/mW. Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source.
Devialet Gemini 2's battery life is 5 hours, these last less 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 longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings.
Jabra Elite 5's battery life is
more than that of Devialet Gemini 2 by 4 hours
. Each 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.
This is given by the vendor, and the Devialet Gemini 2's case is said to have a full charge of 17 hours. A charging case with more battery hours allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go several times before recharging the case itself.
Jabra Elite 5's charging case has a battery life of 27 hours,
more than that of Devialet Gemini 2 by 10 hours
It requires 1 hours to fully charge the Devialet Gemini 2's battery. It is highly adivsable to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds when they have been in storage for extended periods.
Jabra Elite 5 takes 2 hours to fully charge the battery,
more than that of Devialet Gemini 2 by 1 hours
Devialet Gemini 2, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the device, you just put down on a compatible charging pad.
Jabra Elite 5 also support wireless charging, always look out for the charging standard of the earbuds.
Devialet Gemini 2 have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the earbuds has a low battery. Its lights display the charging status of your earbuds and charging case.
Jabra Elite 5 too have a battery level indicator, these enable you to tell the charging state of your device, if charged fully, or the battery is running low.
The Devialet Gemini 2 have USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable.
Jabra Elite 5 too use USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug comes along with most current laptops, phones, and tablets.
The Devialet Gemini 2 have Bluetooth version of 5.2, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data movement between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.
Jabra Elite 5 has a Bluetooth version of 5.2,
equal to that of the Devialet Gemini 2
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
Devialet Gemini 2 have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth.
Jabra Elite 5 have a maximum range of 10meters,
equal to that of the Devialet Gemini 2
Devialet Gemini 2 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 the same bit rate.
Being the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Devialet Gemini 2 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.
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.
Devialet Gemini 2 support APTX Adaptive, an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that are developed by Qualcomm. It has a variable bit rate (between 279kbps and 420kbps).
The Devialet Gemini 2 have 4 microphones.
While the Jabra Elite 5 microphones are 6,
more than that of Devialet Gemini 2 by 2
. More microphones record better sound quality and enable the earbuds to filter out noise.
The Devialet Gemini 2 use a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are made to filter out noise from the earbuds' sound.
Devialet Gemini 2 support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient sound so that they can still be heard even while wearing the earbuds
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 your surrounding, say you’re having a jog but still want to hear traffic.
The Devialet Gemini 2 support fast charging. Most often, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to fully charge the earbuds.
The Jabra Elite 5 support fast charging. It's very similar to regular charging, just that the battery fills up much faster. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in thirty minutes.
Devialet Gemini 2 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 manually disconnect and reconnect.
The Devialet Gemini 2 have a mute function, they have the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.
The Jabra Elite 5 also have the mute function. It means that you can turn off the earbuds' microphone, but still hear the other party's voice.
The Devialet Gemini 2, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the device.
The Jabra Elite 5 too have a control panel on them.
Jabra Elite 5 have a warranty period of 2 Years, the period of time that warrant free repair and adjustment services in case of a malfunction occurring under normal use that has followed instruction manuals.
Jabra Elite 5 support voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, like if there is an issue with the connection.
The Devialet Gemini 2 come with their own special pouch. Carrying earbuds openly, or putting them in your pockets without a casing may easily put them at risk of getting damaged.
Jabra Elite 5 also have a travel bag included, which is useful for safe transportation.