Overall Score 5.7 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
Overall Score 4.9 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
Category | Features | Jabra Elite 5 | JLab Go Air |
---|---|---|---|
DESIGN | ingress protection (ip) rating | IP55 | IP44 |
weight | 10g | 10g | |
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 | 20000Hz | 20000Hz | |
sound pressure level | ✗ | 103dB/mW | |
has a neodymium magnet | ✗ | ✓ | |
POWER | battery life | 9hours | 5hours |
battery life of charging case | 27hours | 15hours | |
charge time | 2hours | 1.5hours | |
battery power | ✗ | 43mAh | |
has wireless charging | ✓ | ✗ | |
has a battery level indicator | ✓ | ✓ | |
CONNECTIVITY | has usb type-c | ✓ | ✗ |
bluetooth version | v5.2 | v5 | |
maximum bluetooth range | 10meters | 10meters | |
has aac | ✓ | ✗ | |
MICROPHONE | number of microphones | 6only | 2only |
mic sensitivity | ✗ | -38dBV/Pa | |
EXTRAS | has ambient sound mode | ✓ | ✗ |
supports fast charging | ✓ | ✗ | |
has a mute function | ✓ | ✗ | |
control panel placed on a device | ✓ | ✓ | |
warranty period | 2Years | 2Years | |
has voice prompts | ✓ | ✓ | |
travel bag is included | ✓ | ✗ | |
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Ingress protection ratings refer to the rank of protection offered by a casing, against dust and water. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value of the IP rating represents protection against solids such as dust, followed by the one that refers to resistance against liquids (water).
Scoring IP44, the JLab Go Air's rating is read as, the first value of 4 denotes that they are protected against objects greater than 1.0mm such as wire, 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 JLab Go Air, Jabra Elite 5 have a rating of IP55 meaning that
Jabra Elite 5 has a higher dust resistance than JLab Go Air
and that of liquids is that,
Jabra Elite 5 has a higher liquid rating than JLab Go Air
JLab Go Air have a weight of 10g . We consider a lower weight best because lighter devices are easier to carry.
Jabra Elite 5, at 10g
have the same weight as the JLab Go Air
True wireless devices have no wires linking any part of the device together, JLab Go Air are true wireless for this matter since they don't have wires. This is a key difference since wireless earbuds have cables connecting the 2 earbuds together.
Jabra Elite 5 also is true wireless because it has no wires connecting the two earbuds .
JLab Go Air are resistant to sweat
Jabra Elite 5's resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal for use during long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc
JLab Go Air have stereo speakers, what this means is that JLab Go Air's 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 5 also have stereo speakers
ANC makes use of more advanced technology to actively cancel noise. ANC works when, it studies the sound pattern of incoming noise and generates a mirror signal to counter it. Simply put, it's like taking +1 (sound from your surrounding) and adding -1 (counter sound by the device) to make zero which results in a reduced level of noise.
Jabra Elite 5 have Active Noise Cancellation enabling you to listen at lower levels of volume, causing less ear fatigue as you don't have to crank up the device volume to outcompete background sounds.
JLab Go Air stay well in place, this creates an acoustic covering that tones down background noise while preventing the device voice audio from leaking out at the same.
Both Jabra Elite 5, and JLab Go Air have passive noise reduction which means that both tone down ambient noise without using technology to cancel it out.
JLab Go Air have a unit size of 8mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, therefor producing better bass.
A driver unit is basically a mini speaker that makes sound in the earbuds, its size determines the sound produced by the device.
Jabra Elite 5 driver unit is 6mm in diameter,
which means that they have a smaller driver unit than that of JLab Go Air by 2mm
, a common assumption 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 mean that they produce better quality sound.
JLab Go Air's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio device generates low audible frequencies and if it alters the signal on its way through.
Jabra Elite 5's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that
both devices can make sound with equal bass
The JLab Go Air's highest frequency is at 20000Hz, high-frequency response shows how well an audio device generates high audible frequencies and if it changes to the signal while at it.
Jabra Elite 5's highest frequency is at 20000Hz, this means that
both devices generate equal treble
The sound pressure level, is the level of pressure of sound, in decibels, dB, JLab Go Air's measurement is 103dB/mW. Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source.
JLab Go Air have neodymium magnets, if used in earbuds produce a higher sensitivity and substantial sound output while using less power. They can help generate music at quite a high sound pressure level, using high magnetic flux.
JLab Go Air's battery life is 5 hours, these last less than 5 hours of listening which is considered average before recharge. A device's battery life is usually given by the manufacturer, and with more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings.
Jabra Elite 5's battery life is
more than that of JLab Go Air by 4 hours
. Each time you recharge your device, 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.
This is given by the vendor, and the JLab Go Air's case is said to have a full charge of 15 hours. A charging case with more battery hours allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go many times before recharging the case itself.
Jabra Elite 5's charging case has a battery life of 27 hours,
more than that of JLab Go Air by 12 hours
It requires 1.5 hours to fully charge the JLab Go Air's battery. It is highly adivsable to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds for the first time.
Jabra Elite 5 takes 2 hours to fully charge the battery,
more than that of JLab Go Air by 0.5 hours
JLab Go Air's battery power is 43mAh, battery capacity, represents the amount of electrical energy that a battery can store.
Jabra Elite 5, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the device, you simply place down on a supported charging pad.
The JLab Go Air have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the device has a low battery. The battery indicator lights indicate the charging state of your device and case.
Jabra Elite 5 too have a battery level indicator, these enable you determine the charging state of your device, if charged fully, or having a low battery.
The Jabra Elite 5 support USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable.
The JLab Go Air have Bluetooth version of 5, 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 5 has a Bluetooth version of 5.2,
newer than that of JLab Go Air
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
The JLab Go Air have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth.
Jabra Elite 5 have a maximum range of 10meters,
equal to that of the JLab Go Air
Jabra Elite 5 support AAC, a codec used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Because it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it provides better results than other codecs at the same bit rate.
Being the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Jabra Elite 5 will work fine with your iPad. If you are planning on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well.
The JLab Go Air have 2 microphones.
While the Jabra Elite 5 microphones are 6,
more than that of JLab Go Air by 4
. More microphones record better sound quality and enable the device to filter out background sounds.
JLab Go Air microphone sensitivity is measured at -38dBV/Pa. The vastness of the analog or digital output signal from the microphone with its input stimulus is a calculation of its sensitivity. It's the 'loudness' of the voice that the microphone can pick up.
The Jabra Elite 5 support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient sound so that they can still be heard even while wearing the earbuds
Jabra Elite 5 support fast charging. Commonly, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to charge a device.
The Jabra Elite 5 have a mute function, they have the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.
With the JLab Go Air, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the device.
Jabra Elite 5 also have a control panel on them.
The JLab Go Air 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.
If covered under the manufacturer’s warranty it is possible to get a replacement in the case of a malfunction. Jabra Elite 5 have a warranty period of 2Years,
equal to that of the JLab Go Air
.
The JLab Go Air have voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, like if there is a problem with the connection.
Jabra Elite 5 also have voice prompts meaning the device notifies you when the battery is running low, and you need to recharge the device.
Jabra Elite 5 come with a special case. Carrying earphones openly, or placing them inside your bag without a casing can easily put them at risk of getting damaged.