Ingress protection ratings refer to the rank of protection given by a casing, against solids and water. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value means protection against solids say dust, while the second refers to resistance against liquids (sweat).
Scoring IP57, the Jabra Elite 7 Pro's rating is read as, the first number 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, Sony LinkBuds S have a rating of IPX4 meaning that
no data available to specify a protection rating
and that of liquids is that,
Jabra Elite 7 Pro has a higher liquid rating than Sony LinkBuds S
The Jabra Elite 7 Pro have a weight of 10.8g . We take in account a lower weight best because lighter devices are more comfortable to move with.
Sony LinkBuds S, at 9.6g
are lighter than the Jabra Elite 7 Pro with a difference -1.2g
For a device to be true wireless it must have no wires linking any part of the device together, Jabra Elite 7 Pro are true wireless for this matter since they don't have cables. This is a major distinction as some wireless earbuds have cables connecting the pair of earbuds together. Sony LinkBuds S also is true wireless since it has no wires connecting the 2 earbuds .
Jabra Elite 7 Pro have sweat resistance
Sony LinkBuds S's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use during long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc
Jabra Elite 7 Pro have stereo speakers, what this means is that Jabra Elite 7 Pro's speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience.
The Sony LinkBuds S also have stereo speakers
Active noise cancellation uses more advanced technology to actively counter noise. How it works, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and after inverts the soundwaves to cancel it out. In simple terms, it's like having +1 (noise) then producing -1 (inverted noise) to make zero hence "diluting" the noise.
The Jabra Elite 7 Pro have Active Noise Cancellation enabling you to listen at lower levels of volume, causing less ear fatigue since you don't have to crank up the earbuds volume to overcome background noise. Sony LinkBuds S too have Active Noise Cancellation making either of the earbuds ideal for flights and rush hour travels. Each work with different noise cancellation settings, pick the noise cancellation type that suits your travel or that enhances your chill time.
The Jabra Elite 7 Pro stay well in place, this creates an acoustic seal that tones down background noise while preventing the device voice audio from leaking out .
Both Sony LinkBuds S, and Jabra Elite 7 Pro have passive noise reduction this implies that they reduce ambient noise instead of actively using technology to cancel it out. The Jabra Elite 7 Pro driver unit is 6mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, therefor producing better bass. A driver unit is the component that makes sound in the device, the unit size determines the sound made by the earbuds.
Sony LinkBuds S driver unit is 5mm in diameter,
which implies 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 indicate that they deliver better quality sound. The Jabra Elite 7 Pro's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio device produces 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 implies that
both devices make sound with equal bass
Jabra Elite 7 Pro's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response tells how well an audio component generates high recognizable frequencies and if it makes any adjustments to the signal while at it. Sony LinkBuds S's highest frequency is at 40,000Hz, this means that
Sony LinkBuds S can generate a clearer and crispier treble than the Jabra Elite 7 Pro
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 usually given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and have to charge the device less often.
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. The battery life of the charging case is given by the vendor, and Jabra Elite 7 Pro'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. Sony LinkBuds S's charging case has a battery life of 14 hours,
less than that of Jabra Elite 7 Pro by 10 hours
Jabra Elite 7 Pro, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you simply put down on a compatible charging pad.
Jabra Elite 7 Pro have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the earbuds has a low battery. The battery indicator lights indicate the charging state of your earbuds and charging case. Sony LinkBuds S too have a battery level indicator, these allow you to determine the charging state of your device, if charged fully, or the battery is running low.
The Jabra Elite 7 Pro use USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable. Sony LinkBuds S too use USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current laptops, phones, and tablets.
Jabra Elite 7 Pro have Bluetooth version of 5.2, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers 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. The Jabra Elite 7 Pro have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth.
Sony LinkBuds S have a maximum range of 10meters,
equal to that of the Jabra Elite 7 Pro
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 device to filter out background sounds. The Jabra Elite 7 Pro have a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are intended to filter out background sounds from the desired sound.
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. The Jabra Elite 7 Pro support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient noises 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 while being aware of what’s happening around you, for example when you’re having a run but would still want to hear traffic.
Jabra Elite 7 Pro have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when removed from your ears so that the music is paused. Sony LinkBuds S too support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears saving battery life. If misplaced in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, Jabra Elite 7 Pro support the find earbuds feature.
The Sony LinkBuds S also have the find earbuds feature. Simply use the device app on your smartphone to play a sound from your earbuds to help you locate them. The Jabra Elite 7 Pro support fast charging.
Most often, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the time it takes to charge the earbuds. Also the Sony LinkBuds S support fast charging. It's very similar to regular charging, just that the battery fills up much faster.
Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in thirty minutes. The Jabra Elite 7 Pro have a mute function, they support the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device. The Sony LinkBuds S too support this function.
The mute function 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 access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the earbuds. Sony LinkBuds S also have a control panel on them.
The Jabra Elite 7 Pro have voice prompts. Automatically receive information through audio messages, like if there is an issue with the connection. The Sony LinkBuds S also have voice prompts .i.e the device will notify you when the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge the device.
The Jabra Elite 7 Pro come with a special case. Carrying earbuds without a case, or putting them in your pockets without a cover can easily damage them. Sony LinkBuds S also have a case included, which is useful for safe transportation.
