Jabra Elite Active 45e vs. Bowers & Wilkins PI7

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Jabra Elite Active 45e and Bowers & Wilkins PI7. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare design, sound quality, but also other key features of both headphones and easily decide which ones are the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the headphones that best fit your needs and expectations.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Jabra Elite Active 45e vs. Bowers & Wilkins PI7 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Jabra Elite Active 45e Bowers & Wilkins PI7
Product Type Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Height 18.74 cm -
Width 5.5 cm -
Depth 12.4 cm -
Weight 29 g -
Dimensions & Weight Details Earphone: 5.5 cm x 12.4 cm x 18.74 cm / 29 g
Case: 30 cm x 39 cm x 21.1 cm
Charging case: 50 g
Earbud: 8 g
Colour Black | Navy | Mint Charcoal | White
Body Material Silicone, TPE, PC/ABS, thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) -
Earpad Material Silicone -
Protection Waterproof, dust-resistant, sweat-resistant, wind protection, IP67 IP54, water-resistant
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics, computer
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m -
High-Resolution Audio - Yes
SOUND QUALITY Jabra Elite Active 45e Bowers & Wilkins PI7
Headphones Form Factor In-ear - over-the-ear mount In-ear
Headphones Technology - Balanced armature / dynamic
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth 5.0 Both headphones have the same Bluetooth version.
Bluetooth Profiles Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP), Phonebook Access Profile (PBAP), Generic Attribute Profile (GATT) Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP), Generic Attribute Profile (GATT)
Bluetooth Audio Codec - SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD, apt-X LL, aptX Adaptive
Active Noise Cancelling Yes Yes Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology Noise Blackout Adaptive Noise Cancelling
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Frequency Response 20 - 14000 Hz 10 - 20000 Hz Bowers & Wilkins PI7 offer a larger frequency range than Jabra Elite Active 45e.
Max Input Power 10 mW -
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) - <0.3%
Sensitivity 107 dB -
Impedance 16 Ohm -
Diaphragm 12 mm 9.2 mm Jabra Elite Active 45e have a thicker diaphragm than Bowers & Wilkins PI7.
Simultaneously Connectable Devices Qty (Multipoint) 2 - Jabra Elite Active 45e have the ability to connect to multiple devices simultaneously.
Features - Dual driver, Google Fast Pair, Auto Play, Auto Pause, Ambient Pass-Through
In-Cord Volume Control Yes -
MICROPHONE Jabra Elite Active 45e Bowers & Wilkins PI7
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz -
Sensitivity -38 dBV/Pascal -
Microphones Included 2 6 Bowers & Wilkins PI7 have a built-in microphone.
REMOTE CONTROL Jabra Elite Active 45e Bowers & Wilkins PI7
Controls Power on/off, answer/end, play/pause, pair mode Answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, reject call, voice assistant, ANC on/off, ANC mode
CABLE Jabra Elite Active 45e Bowers & Wilkins PI7
Cable Type Micro-USB cable - detachable USB-C charge cable - detachable - 20 cm
USB-C to mini-phone 3.5 mm cable - detachable
FEATURES Jabra Elite Active 45e Bowers & Wilkins PI7
Features - Fast charge, auto power on/off
Intelligent Assistant Siri, Google Assistant, Alexa -
Sensors - Wear sensor
BATTERY AND CHARGING Jabra Elite Active 45e Bowers & Wilkins PI7
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Headphone battery rechargeable - wireless charging
Battery Life 9 hour(s) 4 hour(s) Jabra Elite Active 45e lasts longer on a single charge than the Bowers & Wilkins PI7.
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback (with included charging case): up to 20 hours
Continuous playback: up to 4 hours
Standby Time 12 days -
Wireless Charging Standards - Qi
Charging Time 2 hour(s) 3 hour(s) Jabra Elite Active 45e recharge faster than Jabra Elite Active 45e.
Auto On/Off Yes -
CONNECTIONS Jabra Elite Active 45e Bowers & Wilkins PI7
Connector Type USB (5 pin Micro-USB Type B (power only)) -
OTHERS Jabra Elite Active 45e Bowers & Wilkins PI7
Included Accessories Micro-USB cable 3 pairs of ear tips (small, medium, large), USB-C charging cable, wireless charging case, 3.5 mm to USB-C cable
Compatibility - iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet
Compliant Standards IC, FCC, RoHS, REACH, TIA-810-B, TIA-920.130-A -
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 2 years
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