IP ratings refer to the level of protection given by an enclosure, against dust and water. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value refers to protection against solids say dust, followed by the one that refers to protection against liquids (sweat).
Having a value of IP54, the JBL Wave Beam'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 can withstand low pressure spray similar to that of a shower head when tilted at 180° for 10 minutes. In comparison 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,
Jabra Elite 7 Pro has a higher liquid rating than JBL Wave Beam
The JBL Wave Beam have a weight of 8.8g . We prefer a lower weight best because lighter devices are easier to move with.
Jabra Elite 7 Pro, at 10.8g
are heavier than the JBL Wave Beam by of 2g
True wireless devices have no wires connecting any part of the device together, JBL Wave Beam are true wireless for this matter since they don't have wires. This is an important distinction since wireless earbuds have cables connecting the two earbuds .
Jabra Elite 7 Pro also is true wireless because it doesn't have wires connecting the 2 earbuds together. JBL Wave Beam are resistant to sweat
Jabra Elite 7 Pro's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use during long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , 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.
Both Jabra Elite 7 Pro and JBL Wave Beam have stereo speakers
ANC utilises advanced kind of tech to reduce unwanted ambient sounds. ANC works when, it studies the sound pattern of incoming noise and after generates a mirror signal to cancel it out. In simple terms, it's like taking +1 (sound from your surrounding) then adding -1 (inverted noise) giving zero resulting in a reduced level of noise.
The JBL Wave Beam have ANC allowing you to listen at lower volume levels, causing less ear fatigue since you don't need to crank up the device volume to overcome background noise. The Jabra Elite 7 Pro too have Active Noise Cancellation making both devices 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 chill time.
The JBL Wave Beam sit well in place, creating an acoustic seal that reduces background sounds while preventing the device music from leaking out at the same. Both Jabra Elite 7 Pro, and JBL Wave Beam have passive noise reduction which means that they limit ambient noise instead of actively using technology to cancel it out. The JBL Wave Beam driver unit is 8mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, and can produce better bass.
A driver unit is basically a mini speaker that makes sound in the earbuds, the unit size dictates the sound made by the device. 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
, a common assumption that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.
However, large drivers find it difficult to produce high frequencies so yes, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not mean that they deliver better quality sound.
JBL Wave Beam's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well a particular audio component generates low frequencies that can be heard, and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through. Jabra Elite 7 Pro's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that
both devices can make sound with equal bass
The JBL Wave Beam's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio component produces high human frequencies and if it makes any adjustments to the signal while at it. Jabra Elite 7 Pro's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that
both devices produce equal treble
The sound pressure level, is the pressure level of sound, measured 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 for a single charge. A device's battery life is given by the manufacturer, and with more battery hours, 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
. Each time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less listening time. The effect is not noticeable at first, but over time, 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 JBL Wave Beam's case is said to have a 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. 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 charge fully the battery before using the earbuds for the first time.
The JBL Wave Beam have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the device has a low battery. Its lights show the charging status of your earbuds and case. Jabra Elite 7 Pro too have a battery level indicator, these allow you to determine the charging state of your earbuds, whether fully charged, or the battery is running low.
The JBL Wave Beam have 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 comes along with most current electronics.
The JBL Wave Beam 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. 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 to connect via Bluetooth.
Jabra Elite 7 Pro have a maximum range of 10meters,
equal to that of the JBL Wave Beam
The JBL Wave Beam have 2 microphones. While the Jabra Elite 7 Pro microphones are 8,
more than that of JBL Wave Beam by 6
. More microphones record better sound quality and help the device to filter out noise. JBL Wave Beam have a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are designed to reduce background sounds from the earbuds' sound.
The Jabra Elite 7 Pro too have a noise-canceling type of microphone. This is useful in noisy areas. JBL Wave Beam support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient sound so that they can still be heard even when wearing the earbuds
The Jabra Elite 7 Pro support ambient sound mode as well, helpful 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 still want to hear traffic.
If misplaced in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, the JBL Wave Beam support the find earbuds feature. The Jabra Elite 7 Pro too have the find earbuds feature. You can use the earbuds app on your smartphone to play an alarm from your earbuds to locate them.
The JBL Wave Beam support fast charging. Usually, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to fully charge the earbuds. Jabra Elite 7 Pro too support fast charging.
It's very similar to regular charging, only that the battery fills up much faster. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in just 30 minutes. JBL Wave Beam have a mute function, they support the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.
The Jabra Elite 7 Pro too have this function. The mute function means that you can turn off the earbuds' microphone, but you can still hear the other party talk. With the JBL Wave Beam, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the device.
The Jabra Elite 7 Pro also have a control panel on them. JBL Wave Beam have voice prompts. Automatically receive information through audio messages, like if there is an issue with the connection.
Jabra Elite 7 Pro also have voice prompts meaning the device will notify you when the battery is low, and it's time to recharge them. JBL Wave Beam come with a special case. Carrying earbuds without a case, or putting them inside your bag without a cover may easily damage them.
Jabra Elite 7 Pro also have a case included, which is useful for safe transportation.
