Jabra Elite 7 Pro Vs. Sony Linkbuds S Review In Detail

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Jabra Elite 7 Pro IP57

Sony LinkBuds S IPX4

Ingress protection ratings refer to the rating of protection offered by a casing, against solids and water. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value represents protection against solids say dust, while the second refers to protection against liquids (water).

Scoring IP57, the Jabra Elite 7 Pro'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 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, Sony LinkBuds S have a rating of IPX4 meaning that no data available to specify a protection rating and that of liquids is that, Sony LinkBuds S has a lower liquid rating than Jabra Elite 7 Pro

Weight

Jabra Elite 7 Pro 10.8g

Sony LinkBuds S 9.6g

The Jabra Elite 7 Pro have a weight of 10.8g . We take in account a lower weight best because lighter devices are easier to carry.

The Sony LinkBuds S, at 9.6g weigh less than the Jabra Elite 7 Pro with a difference -1.2g

Has No Wires Or Cables

Jabra Elite 7 Pro ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

For a device to be true wireless it must have no cables connecting any part of the device together, Jabra Elite 7 Pro are true wireless for this matter since they have no cables. This is an important distinction since wireless earbuds have cables linking the two earbuds together.

Sony LinkBuds S also is true wireless since it doesn't have cables connecting the pair of earbuds together.

Sweat Resistance

Jabra Elite 7 Pro ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

Jabra Elite 7 Pro have sweat resistance

Sony LinkBuds S's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc

Has Stereo Speakers

Jabra Elite 7 Pro ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

Jabra Elite 7 Pro have stereo speakers, what this means is that Jabra Elite 7 Pro's speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience.

The Sony LinkBuds S also have stereo speakers

Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Jabra Elite 7 Pro ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

ANC makes use of advanced kind of tech to reduce ambient sounds. How it works, it listens to the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and then generates a mirror signal to counter it. In simple terms, it's like taking +1 (sound from your surrounding) then producing -1 (inverted noise) giving 0 therefore "diluting" the noise.

Jabra Elite 7 Pro have ANC enabling you to listen at lower volume levels, causing less ear fatigue since you don't need to crank up the earbuds volume to outcompete background sounds.

Sony LinkBuds S too have Active Noise Cancellation which makes both devices ideal for plane rides and morning travels. Each operate with different noise cancellation modes, pick the noise cancellation type that suits your travel or that suites your chill time.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Jabra Elite 7 Pro ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

The Jabra Elite 7 Pro sit tightly in place, creating an acoustic covering that tones down background sounds well as preventing the earbuds sound from leaking out .

Both of these devices have passive noise reduction this means that they tone down ambient noise instead of actively using ANC to cancel it out.

Driver Unit Size

Jabra Elite 7 Pro 6mm

Sony LinkBuds S 5mm

The Jabra Elite 7 Pro driver unit is 6mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, and can produce better bass. The driver unit is the component that makes sound in the device, the unit size corellates with the loudness of the device.

Sony LinkBuds S driver unit is 5mm in diameter, which means that they have a smaller driver unit than that of Jabra Elite 7 Pro by 1mm , many people have a misconception that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.

However, large drivers find it difficult to produce high frequencies so it's true that, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not imply that they deliver better quality sound.

Lowest Frequency

Jabra Elite 7 Pro 20Hz

Sony LinkBuds S 20Hz

The Jabra Elite 7 Pro's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio device generates low frequencies that can be heard, and if it alters the signal while at it.

Sony LinkBuds S's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that both devices can make sound with equal bass

Highest Frequency

Jabra Elite 7 Pro 20,000Hz

Sony LinkBuds S 40,000Hz

Jabra Elite 7 Pro's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response tells how well a particular audio device generates high human frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal while at it.

Sony LinkBuds S's highest frequency is at 40,000Hz, this implies that Sony LinkBuds S can generate a clearer and crispier treble than the Jabra Elite 7 Pro

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Battery Life

Jabra Elite 7 Pro 9hours

Sony LinkBuds S 6hours

The Jabra Elite 7 Pro's battery life is 9 hours, these last longer than 5 hours of listening which is considered average before recharge. A device's battery life is commonly given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings.

Sony LinkBuds S's battery life is less than that of Jabra Elite 7 Pro by 3 hours . Each time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less playing 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

Jabra Elite 7 Pro 24hours

Sony LinkBuds S 14hours

The battery life of the charging case is given by the manufacturer, and Jabra Elite 7 Pro's case is said to have a charge of 24 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go multiple times before having to recharge the case itself.

Sony LinkBuds S's charging case has a battery life of 14 hours, less than that of Jabra Elite 7 Pro by 10 hours

Charge Time

Jabra Elite 7 Pro ✗

Sony LinkBuds S 2hours

It takes 2 hours to fully charge the Sony LinkBuds S's battery. It is recommended to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds for the first time.

Has Wireless Charging

Jabra Elite 7 Pro ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✗

The Jabra Elite 7 Pro, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you simply put down on a compatible charging pad.

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Jabra Elite 7 Pro ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

Jabra Elite 7 Pro have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the device has a low battery. The battery indicator lights display the charging status of your earbuds and case.

Sony LinkBuds S too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators allow you tell the charging state of your device, if charged fully, or the battery is running low.

Has Usb Type-C

Jabra Elite 7 Pro ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

The Jabra Elite 7 Pro have USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable.

Sony LinkBuds S too support USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current electronics.

Bluetooth Version

Jabra Elite 7 Pro v5.2

Sony LinkBuds S v5.2

Jabra Elite 7 Pro 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.

Sony LinkBuds S has a Bluetooth version of 5.2, equal to that of the Jabra Elite 7 Pro . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Jabra Elite 7 Pro 10meters

Sony LinkBuds S 10meters

Jabra Elite 7 Pro have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth.

Sony LinkBuds S have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the Jabra Elite 7 Pro

Has Aac

Jabra Elite 7 Pro ✗

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

Sony LinkBuds S 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 a similar bit rate.

Since its the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Sony LinkBuds S 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.

Has Ldac

Jabra Elite 7 Pro ✗

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

Sony LinkBuds S support LDAC, a codec developed by Sony which allows streaming high-resolution audio over Bluetooth connections at up to 990 kbps at 32 bit/96 kHz. It is capable of a very high bitrate of 990kbps, providing high-resolution audio.

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Number Of Microphones

Jabra Elite 7 Pro 8only

Sony LinkBuds S 6only

The Jabra Elite 7 Pro have 8 microphones.

The Sony LinkBuds S microphones are 6, less than that of Jabra Elite 7 Pro by 2 . More microphones record better sound quality and help the earbuds to filter out noise.

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Jabra Elite 7 Pro ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✗

Jabra Elite 7 Pro have a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are intended to filter out noise from the desired sound.

Highest Mic Frequency

Jabra Elite 7 Pro 8,000Hz

Sony LinkBuds S ✗

Jabra Elite 7 Pro's highest mic frequency is 8,000Hz, high frequencies are best for picking up treble. The highest mic frequency of a microphone is known as its upper limiting frequency.

Has Ambient Sound Mode

Jabra Elite 7 Pro ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

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 the earbuds

The Sony LinkBuds S 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 run but still want to be able to hear traffic.

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Jabra Elite 7 Pro ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

The Jabra Elite 7 Pro support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when removed from your ears .

The Sony LinkBuds S too support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears improving your listening experience.

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Jabra Elite 7 Pro ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

When lost in a room, or can't be found in your bag, the Jabra Elite 7 Pro support the find earbuds feature.

The Sony LinkBuds S also have the find earbuds feature. Simply use the earbuds app on your smartphone to play an alarm from your device to find them.

Supports Fast Charging

Jabra Elite 7 Pro ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

The Jabra Elite 7 Pro support fast charging. Most often, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the time it takes to fully charge a device.

The Sony LinkBuds S support fast charging. This kind is similar to regular charging, only that the battery fills up much faster. Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in just 30 minutes.

Has A Mute Function

Jabra Elite 7 Pro ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

Jabra Elite 7 Pro have a mute function, they have the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.

The Sony LinkBuds S also have this function. It means that you unilaterally turn off the earbuds' microphone, but still hear the other party's voice.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Jabra Elite 7 Pro ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

With the Jabra Elite 7 Pro, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the device.

Sony LinkBuds S also have a control panel on them.

Has Voice Prompts

Jabra Elite 7 Pro ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

The Jabra Elite 7 Pro support voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information via audio messages, like if there is a problem with the connection.

The Sony LinkBuds S too support voice prompts .i.e the earbuds will notify you if the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge the earbuds.

Travel Bag Is Included

Jabra Elite 7 Pro ✓

Sony LinkBuds S ✓

Jabra Elite 7 Pro come with a special pouch. Carrying earbuds without a case, or putting them inside your bag without a cover can easily damage them.

Sony LinkBuds S also have a case included, which is useful for safe transportation.

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Category	Features	Jabra Elite 7 Pro	Sony LinkBuds S
DESIGN	ingress protection (ip) rating	IP57	IPX4
	weight	10.8g	9.6g
	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	6mm	5mm
	lowest frequency	20Hz	20Hz
	highest frequency	20,000Hz	40,000Hz
POWER	battery life	9hours	6hours
	battery life of charging case	24hours	14hours
	charge time	✗	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 ldac	✗	✓
MICROPHONE	number of microphones	8only	6only
	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	✓	✓
	has a mute function	✓	✓
	control panel placed on a device	✓	✓
	has voice prompts	✓	✓
	travel bag is included	✓	✓
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Jabra Elite 7 Pro Vs. Sony Linkbuds S 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

Has Ldac

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

Has A Mute Function

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Has Voice Prompts

Travel Bag Is Included