Overall Score 7.2 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
Overall Score 6.2 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
Category | Features | Jabra Elite 7 Pro | JBL Live Pro 2 |
---|---|---|---|
DESIGN | ingress protection (ip) rating | IP57 | IPX5 |
weight | 10.8g | 9.6g | |
has no wires or cables | ✓ | ✓ | |
sweat resistance | ✓ | ✓ | |
has stereo speakers | ✓ | ✓ | |
waterproof depth rating | 1meters | ✗ | |
SOUND QUALITY | has active noise cancellation (noise control) | ✓ | ✓ |
has passive noise reduction | ✓ | ✓ | |
driver unit size | 6mm | 11mm | |
lowest frequency | 20Hz | 20Hz | |
highest frequency | 20000Hz | 20000Hz | |
sound pressure level | ✗ | 93dB/mW | |
POWER | battery life | 9hours | 10hours |
battery life of charging case | 24hours | 30hours | |
charge time | ✗ | 2hours | |
battery power | ✗ | 65mAh | |
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 aptx adaptive | ✗ | ✓ | |
MICROPHONE | number of microphones | 8only | 6only |
has a noise-canceling microphone | ✓ | ✓ | |
mic sensitivity | ✗ | -38dBV/Pa | |
highest mic frequency | 8000Hz | ✗ | |
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 | ✓ | ✓ | |
warranty period | ✗ | 1Years | |
has voice prompts | ✓ | ✓ | |
travel bag is included | ✓ | ✓ | |
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IP ratings refer to the level of protection given by a casing, against solids and liquids. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value refers to protection against solids such as dust, followed by the one that refers to resistance against liquids (water).
Scoring IP57, the Jabra Elite 7 Pro's rating is read as, the first value of 5 denotes 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 of liquids that they are protected against temporary immersion in water under set conditions, say 1 metre for 30 minutes.
In comparison to the Jabra Elite 7 Pro, JBL Live Pro 2 have a rating of IPX5 meaning that
no data available to specify a protection rating
and that of liquids is that,
JBL Live Pro 2 has a lower liquid rating than Jabra Elite 7 Pro
The Jabra Elite 7 Pro have a weight of 10.8g . We consider a lower weight best for the reason that lighter devices are more comfortable to carry.
The JBL Live Pro 2, at 9.6g
are lighter than the Jabra Elite 7 Pro by -1.2g
True wireless devices have no wires connecting any part of the device together, Jabra Elite 7 Pro are true wireless for this matter since they don't have wires. This is a major difference as some wireless earbuds have wires connecting the two earbuds .
JBL Live Pro 2 also is true wireless since it doesn't have cables connecting the pair of earbuds together.
Jabra Elite 7 Pro are resistant to sweat
JBL Live Pro 2's resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc
Jabra Elite 7 Pro have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience.
Both JBL Live Pro 2 and Jabra Elite 7 Pro have stereo speakers
Jabra Elite 7 Pro are rated 1meters any depth more than that they will be spoilt. Devices that have a higher depth rating are better for swimming.
ANC makes use of advanced technology to reduce ambient sounds. ANC works when, it listens to the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and after inverts the soundwaves to counter it. Simply put, it's like having +1 (sound from your surrounding) and adding -1 (inverted noise) giving 0 which results in a reduced level of noise.
Jabra Elite 7 Pro have ANC enabling you to listen at lower volume levels, good for your ears as you don't need to crank up the earbuds volume to overcome background sounds.
JBL Live Pro 2 too have ANC making either of the earbuds ideal for plane rides and rush hour travels. Each work with different noise cancellation settings, pick the mode that you prefer for commute or that suites your relaxation time.
Jabra Elite 7 Pro stay tightly in place, creating a sound covering that reduces your environment sounds and also prevents the device voice audio from leaking out .
Both JBL Live Pro 2, and Jabra Elite 7 Pro have passive noise reduction this means that they tone down ambient noise without using ANC to cancel it out.
The Jabra Elite 7 Pro driver unit is 6mm 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 earbuds, the unit size determines the sound made by the device.
JBL Live Pro 2 driver unit is 11mm in diameter,
making them have a larger driver unit than that of Jabra Elite 7 Pro 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 can generate louder sound, but this does not indicate that they deliver better quality sound.
Jabra Elite 7 Pro's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well an audio component produces low frequencies that can be heard, and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through.
JBL Live Pro 2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that
both devices make sound with equal bass
Jabra Elite 7 Pro's highest frequency is at 20000Hz, high-frequency response shows how well a particular audio device generates high recognizable frequencies and if it changes to the signal while at it.
JBL Live Pro 2's highest frequency is at 20000Hz, this implies that
both devices generate equal treble
SPL, is the pressure level of sound, in decibels, dB, JBL Live Pro 2's measurement is 93dB/mW. Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source.
The Jabra Elite 7 Pro's battery life is 9 hours, 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 chanrgings.
JBL Live Pro 2's battery life is
more than that of Jabra Elite 7 Pro by 1 hours
. Each 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.
The battery life of the charging case is given by the manufacturer, and the Jabra Elite 7 Pro's case has 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 having to recharge the case itself.
JBL Live Pro 2's charging case has a battery life of 30 hours,
more than that of Jabra Elite 7 Pro by 6 hours
It takes 2 hours to fully charge the JBL Live Pro 2's battery. It is highly adivsable to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds for the first time.
JBL Live Pro 2's battery power is 65mAh, battery capacity, shows the amount of electrical energy that a battery can store.
Jabra Elite 7 Pro, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the device, you simply put down on a supported charging pad.
JBL Live Pro 2 also support wireless charging, take note of the charging standard of a device.
Jabra Elite 7 Pro have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the device has a low battery. The battery indicator lights show the charging status of your device and charging case.
JBL Live Pro 2 too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators enable you to tell the charging state of your device, if charged fully, or the battery is running low.
Jabra Elite 7 Pro support USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable.
JBL Live Pro 2 too support USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug comes along with most current electronics.
The Jabra Elite 7 Pro have Bluetooth version of 5.2, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data transfers between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.
JBL Live Pro 2 has a Bluetooth version of 5.2,
equal to that of the Jabra Elite 7 Pro
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
Jabra Elite 7 Pro have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth.
JBL Live Pro 2 have a maximum range of 10meters,
equal to that of the Jabra Elite 7 Pro
The JBL Live Pro 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 Jabra Elite 7 Pro have 8 microphones.
The JBL Live Pro 2 microphones are 6,
less than that of Jabra Elite 7 Pro by 2
. More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the device to filter out background sounds.
The Jabra Elite 7 Pro have a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are made to filter out noise from the desired sound.
The JBL Live Pro 2 too use a noise-canceling microphone. This is useful in noisy environments.
JBL Live Pro 2 microphone sensitivity is measured at -38dBV/Pa. The size of the analog or digital output signal from the microphone with its input stimulus is a measure of its sensitivity. It's the 'loudness' of the sound that the earbud microphone can pick up.
The Jabra Elite 7 Pro's highest mic frequency is 8000Hz, high frequencies are better for picking up treble. The highest mic frequency of a microphone is defined as its upper limiting frequency.
Jabra Elite 7 Pro support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient sound so that they can still be heard even while wearing them
The JBL Live Pro 2 support ambient sound mode as well, helpful when you want to listen to music but also be aware of what’s happening around you, for example when you’re having a jog but still want to be able to hear traffic.
Jabra Elite 7 Pro have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when removed from your ears so that the music is paused.
JBL Live Pro 2 too support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears saving battery life.
If lost in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, the Jabra Elite 7 Pro support the find earbuds feature.
JBL Live Pro 2 too have the find earbuds feature. You can use the earbuds app on your phone to play a sound from your device to help you find them.
Jabra Elite 7 Pro support fast charging. Usually, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to fully charge a device.
Also the JBL Live Pro 2 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 can be charged to 50% in thirty minutes.
JBL Live Pro 2 have a 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.
The Jabra Elite 7 Pro have a mute function, they have the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.
The JBL Live Pro 2 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.
The Jabra Elite 7 Pro, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the earbuds.
JBL Live Pro 2 also have a control panel on them.
JBL Live Pro 2 have a warranty period of 1 Years, the period of time that warrant free repair and adjustment services in case of a malfunction occurring under normal use following instruction manuals.
Jabra Elite 7 Pro have voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information via audio messages, like if there is a problem with the connection.
JBL Live Pro 2 too have voice prompts meaning the earbuds will notify you when the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge the earbuds.
The Jabra Elite 7 Pro come with a special pouch. Carrying earphones openly, or putting them in your bag without a casing may easily put them at risk of getting damaged.
JBL Live Pro 2 too have a case included, which is useful for safe transportation.