Overall Score 7 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
Overall Score 6.8 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
Category | Features | Jabra Elite 7 Pro | JBL Wave Beam |
---|---|---|---|
DESIGN | ingress protection (ip) rating | IP57 | IP54 |
weight | 10.8g | 8.8g | |
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 | 8mm | |
lowest frequency | 20Hz | 20Hz | |
highest frequency | 20,000Hz | 20,000Hz | |
sound pressure level | ✗ | 100dB/mW | |
POWER | battery life | 9hours | 8hours |
battery life of charging case | 24hours | 24hours | |
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 | |
MICROPHONE | number of microphones | 8only | 2only |
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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IP ratings refer to the rating of protection given by a casing, against dust and water. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value refers to protection against solids say dust, while the second refers to resistance against liquids (sweat).
Having a value of IP54, the JBL Wave Beam'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 can withstand low pressure spray similar to that of a shower head when tilted at 180° for 10 minutes. Compared to the JBL Wave Beam, Jabra Elite 7 Pro have a rating of IP57 meaning that
they both have the same rating against dust
and that of liquids is that,
JBL Wave Beam has a lower liquid rating than Jabra Elite 7 Pro
The JBL Wave Beam have a weight of 8.8g . We take in account a lower weight better because lighter devices are more comfortable to carry.
The Jabra Elite 7 Pro, at 10.8g weigh more than the JBL Wave Beam with a difference of 2g For a device to be true wireless it should have no wires connecting any part of the device together, JBL Wave Beam are true wireless for this matter since they don't have cables. This is a key distinction as some wireless earbuds have cables linking the pair of earbuds . Jabra Elite 7 Pro also is true wireless since it has no cables connecting the two earbuds . JBL Wave Beam have sweat resistance Jabra Elite 7 Pro's resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal for use during long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc JBL Wave Beam have stereo speakers, what this means is that JBL Wave Beam's speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience. The Jabra Elite 7 Pro also have stereo speakers Active noise cancellation uses advanced technology to actively counter noise.
ANC works when, it listens to the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and then generates a mirror signal to cancel it out. In simple terms, it's like taking +1 (sound from your surrounding) then adding -1 (counter sound by the device) giving zero resulting in a reduced level of noise.
The JBL Wave Beam have ANC enabling you to listen at lower levels of volume, good for your ears as you don't need to crank up the earbuds volume to outcompete background noise.
The Jabra Elite 7 Pro too have Active Noise Cancellation making either of the earbuds ideal for plane rides and morning commutes. The JBL Wave Beam and Jabra Elite 7 Pro work with different noise cancellation modes, pick the setting that you prefer for commute or that enhances your relaxation time. The JBL Wave Beam stay well in place, creating a sound seal that tones down your environment noise and also prevents the earbuds voice audio from leaking out at the same.
Both Jabra Elite 7 Pro, and JBL Wave Beam have passive noise reduction which implies that both tone down ambient noise instead of actively using technology to cancel it out. JBL Wave Beam have a unit size of 8mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, therefor producing better bass. A driver unit is basically a mini speaker that makes sound in the device, its size determines the sound produced by the earbuds.
Jabra Elite 7 Pro driver unit is 6mm in diameter,
which means that they have a smaller driver unit than that of JBL Wave Beam by 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 can generate louder sound, but this does not imply that they deliver better quality sound. The JBL Wave Beam's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well a particular audio component generates low audible frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it.
Jabra Elite 7 Pro's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that both devices can make sound with equal bass JBL Wave Beam's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio device produces high recognizable frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal on its way through. Jabra Elite 7 Pro's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that both devices can produce equal treble The sound pressure level, is the pressure level of sound, in decibels, dB, JBL Wave Beam's measurement is 100dB/mW. Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source.
JBL Wave Beam's battery life is 8 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. Jabra Elite 7 Pro's battery life is more than that of JBL Wave Beam 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. The battery life of the charging case is given by the vendor, and the JBL Wave Beam's case has a charge of 24 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go many times before having to recharge the case itself.
Jabra Elite 7 Pro's charging case has a battery life of 24 hours, equal to that of the JBL Wave Beam It takes 2 hours to fully charge the JBL Wave Beam's battery. It is highly adivsable to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds for the first time. The JBL Wave Beam have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the earbuds has a low battery.
The battery indicator lights indicate the charging status of your device and case. Jabra Elite 7 Pro too have a battery level indicator, these allow you to tell the charging state of your device, whether fully charged, or having a low battery. The JBL Wave Beam support USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable.
Jabra Elite 7 Pro too use USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current laptops, phones, and tablets. The JBL Wave Beam have Bluetooth version of 5.2, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data movement between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.
Jabra Elite 7 Pro has a Bluetooth version of 5.2, equal to that of the JBL Wave Beam . Newer versions provide faster data transfers. JBL Wave Beam have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth. Jabra Elite 7 Pro have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the JBL Wave Beam JBL Wave Beam have 2 microphones.
The Jabra Elite 7 Pro microphones are 8, more than that of JBL Wave Beam by 6 . More microphones record better sound quality and enable the earbuds to filter out noise. JBL Wave Beam use a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are intended to reduce background sounds from the earbuds' sound. The Jabra Elite 7 Pro too have a noise-canceling type of microphone.
Especially useful in noisy environments. The JBL Wave Beam support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient noises so that they can still be heard even while wearing them The Jabra Elite 7 Pro support ambient sound mode as well, helpful when you want to listen to music while being aware of your surrounding, say you’re having a run but still want to be able to hear traffic. When lost in a room, or can't be found in your bag, JBL Wave Beam support the find earbuds feature.
The Jabra Elite 7 Pro too have the find earbuds feature. Use the device app on your phone to play an alarm from your earbuds to locate them. JBL Wave Beam support fast charging.
Usually, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to reduce the amount of time it takes to charge a device. The Jabra Elite 7 Pro too 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 thirty minutes. JBL Wave Beam have a mute function, they have the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device. The Jabra Elite 7 Pro also have the mute function.
It means that you can turn off the device's microphone, but still hear the other party talk. With the JBL Wave Beam, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the earbuds. Jabra Elite 7 Pro too have a control panel on them.
JBL Wave Beam have voice prompts. Automatically receive information through audio messages, say if there is a problem with the connection. Jabra Elite 7 Pro too support voice prompts .i.e the earbuds notifies you when the battery is low, and it's time to recharge them.
JBL Wave Beam come with their own special case. Carrying earphones openly, or putting them inside your pockets without a casing may easily put them at risk of getting damaged. Jabra Elite 7 Pro too have a travel bag included, which is useful for safe transportation.