Ingress protection ratings refer to the level of protection offered by a casing, against solids and water. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value of the IP rating refers to protection against solids such as dust, while the second refers to resistance against liquids (sweat).
Having a value of IP66, the JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC's rating is read as, the first value of 6 denotes that they are completely dust proof, and the second value of 6 means that they can withstand high pressure jet that's 12.5mm diameter, similar to fire hose from any angle for 3 minutes at a distance of 2.5 to 3 meters..
Compared to the JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC, Jabra Elite 7 Pro have a rating of IP57 meaning that
JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC has a higher dust resistance than Jabra Elite 7 Pro
and that of liquids is that,
Jabra Elite 7 Pro has a higher liquid rating than JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC
JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have a weight of 20g . We take in account a lower weight best because lighter devices are easier to move with. The Jabra Elite 7 Pro, at 10.8g
weigh less than the JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC with a difference -9.2g
True wireless devices have no cables linking any part of the device together, JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC are true wireless for this case since they don't have cables.
This is a key distinction since wireless earbuds have cables linking the two earbuds .
Jabra Elite 7 Pro also is true wireless since it doesn't have cables connecting the two earbuds .
The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC come with wingtips, these are reserved for workout earbuds and come as an optional add-on to each silicone ear tip for a more secure fit. JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC are resistant to sweat
Jabra Elite 7 Pro's resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc
JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience. The Jabra Elite 7 Pro also have stereo speakers
ANC uses more 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 counter it. Simply put, it's like taking +1 (sound from your surrounding) then adding -1 (inverted noise) giving zero therefore "diluting" the noise.
JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have Active Noise Cancellation enabling you to listen at lower levels of volume, causing less ear fatigue as you don't need to crank up the device volume to outcompete background noise.
Jabra Elite 7 Pro too have Active Noise Cancellation making both earbuds ideal for flights and morning commutes. Each work with different noise cancellation types, pick the noise cancellation type that suits your commute or that enhances your relaxation time. JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC stay tightly in place, creating an acoustic covering that reduces your environment sounds well as preventing the earbuds voice audio from leaking out .
Both of these devices have passive noise reduction which implies that both tone down ambient noise without using ANC to cancel it out.
The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have a unit size of 8mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, and can produce better bass. A driver unit is the component that produces sound in the earbuds, its size dictates the sound made 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 JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC by 2mm
, 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 yes, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not imply that they deliver better quality sound. JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well an audio device generates low recognizable frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it. Jabra Elite 7 Pro's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that
both devices make sound with equal bass
The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response indicates how well an audio component generates high human frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through.
Jabra Elite 7 Pro's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that
both devices can generate equal treble
SPL, is the level of pressure of sound, measured in decibels, dB, JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC's measurement is 110dB/mW. Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source. The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC's battery life is 15 hours, these last longer than 5 hours of listening which is considered average before recharge.
A device's battery life is given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and have to charge the device less often. Jabra Elite 7 Pro's battery life is
less than that of JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC by 6 hours
. Every time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less listening time. The effect is barely noticeable at first, but over a few years, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time.
The battery life of the charging case is given by the manufacturer, and the JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC's case is said to have a full charge of 55 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life enables 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,
less than that of JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC by 31 hours
It takes 3 hours to fully charge the JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC's battery.
It is recommended to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds for the first time. The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the device, you simply place down on a supported charging pad.
Jabra Elite 7 Pro also support wireless charging, take note of the charging standard of the earbuds. JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the device has a low battery. Its lights show the charging state of your earbuds and charging case.
Jabra Elite 7 Pro too have a battery level indicator, these enable you to tell the charging state of your device, whether fully charged, or having a low battery. The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC 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 JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have Bluetooth version of 5, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data movement between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. Jabra Elite 7 Pro has a Bluetooth version of 5.2,
newer than that of JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth. Jabra Elite 7 Pro have a maximum range of 10meters,
equal to that of the JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC
JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC support AAC, a codec that is used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps.
Because it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it can provide better results than other codecs at the same bit rate.
Since its the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC will work fine with your MacBook. If you are planning on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well.
JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have 6 microphones. Jabra Elite 7 Pro microphones are 8,
more than that of JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC by 2
. More microphones record better sound quality and enable the device to filter out background sounds. The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC use a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are made to filter out background sounds from the desired sound.
The Jabra Elite 7 Pro too have a noise-canceling microphone. This is useful in noisy areas. JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient sound so that they can still be heard even when wearing them
The Jabra Elite 7 Pro support ambient sound mode as well, it’s useful when you want to listen to music but also be aware of your surrounding, for example when you’re having a jog but would still want to be able to hear traffic.
The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when removed from your ears .
The Jabra Elite 7 Pro too support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears saving battery life. JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC support fast charging. Usually, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to reduce the time it takes to fully charge a device.
Jabra Elite 7 Pro too support fast charging. This kind is similar to regular charging, just that the battery fills up much faster. Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in just 30 minutes.
The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the device. The Jabra Elite 7 Pro also have a control panel on them. The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have a warranty period of 2 Years, the period of time that warrant free repair and adjustment services in case of a malfunction occurring under normal use that has followed instruction manuals.
JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC support voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, like if there is a problem with the connection. Jabra Elite 7 Pro also support voice prompts .i.e the device notifies you if the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge them.
JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC come with their own special case. Carrying earbuds without a case, or putting them in your pockets without a casing may easily put them at risk of getting damaged. Jabra Elite 7 Pro also have a travel bag included, which offers safe transportation.
