Sony WF-C700N vs. Jabra Elite 8 Active

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sony WF-C700N and Jabra Elite 8 Active. 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

Sony WF-C700N vs. Jabra Elite 8 Active Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony WF-C700N Jabra Elite 8 Active
Product Type True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Weight 9.2 g -
Dimensions & Weight Details Earbud: 4.6 g
Charging case: 31 g
Earbud: 1.97 cm x 2.9 cm x 1.97 cm / 5 g
Charging case: 2.44 cm x 6.54 cm x 4.69 cm / 46.4 g
Colour Black | Sage green | Violet | White Black | Caramel | Dark grey | Navy
Earpad Material - Silicone
Protection Splashproof, sweat-resistant, IPX4 IP54, IP68, water-resistant, dust-proof
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m 10 m The maximum operating distance of both headphones is the same.
SOUND QUALITY Sony WF-C700N Jabra Elite 8 Active
Headphones Form Factor In-ear In-ear
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 5.2 Bluetooth 5.3 Jabra Elite 8 Active have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Sony WF-C700N.
Bluetooth Profiles Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP), Telephony and Media Audio Profile (TMAP), Public Broadcast Profile (PBP)
Bluetooth Audio Codec SBC, AAC SBC, AAC
Active Noise Cancelling Yes Yes Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology - Adaptive Hybrid ANC
Noise Isolating - Yes Jabra Elite 8 Active are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects Digital Sound Enhancement Engine (DSEE), Ambient Sound Mode, Adaptive Sound Control -
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Both headphones offer the same frequency response.
Audio Output Details - Multimedia - 20 - 20000
Communication - 100 - 8000
Diaphragm 5 mm 6 mm Jabra Elite 8 Active have a thicker diaphragm than Sony WF-C700N.
Simultaneously Connectable Devices Qty (Multipoint) - 2 Jabra Elite 8 Active have the ability to connect to multiple devices simultaneously.
Features Google Fast Pair, Microsoft Swift Pair Voice guidance, MultiPoint Technology, Google Fast Pair, Auto Pause, Microsoft Swift Pair, HearThrough, Personalised Sound technology, Apple MFI, Jabra MyControls, Spotify Tap
MICROPHONE Sony WF-C700N Jabra Elite 8 Active
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Microphone Operation Mode - MEMS-directional
Frequency Response - 100 - 8000 Hz
Microphones Included - 6
REMOTE CONTROL Sony WF-C700N Jabra Elite 8 Active
Controls Volume, voice assistant, answer call, noise cancelling/ambient sound mode button Mute, volume, power on/off, call, sidetone
CABLE Sony WF-C700N Jabra Elite 8 Active
Cable Type USB-C charge cable - detachable - 20 cm USB-C to USB-A cable - detachable - 20 cm
FEATURES Sony WF-C700N Jabra Elite 8 Active
Features Wind noise reduction structure Wireless auto pairing, fast charge, stereo/mono mode, battery status indication, over the air updates, Rapid Charge Technology, sleep mode, in-ear pressure relief
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible Yes Yes
Voice Control Direct -
Intelligent Assistant Siri, Google Assistant Siri, Google Assistant
Sensors Noise sensor In-ear detection sensor
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony WF-C700N Jabra Elite 8 Active
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Rechargeable - Lithium Ion - - wireless charging
Battery Life 10 hour(s) 14 hours Jabra Elite 8 Active lasts longer on a single charge than the Sony WF-C700N.
Battery Life Details Continuous talk: up to 5 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON): up to 7.5 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF): up to 10 hours
Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling off) (with included charging case): up to 56 hours
Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling on) (with included charging case): up to 32 hours
Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling off): up to 14 hours
Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling on): up to 8 hours
Standby Time - 315 days
Wireless Charging Standards - Qi
Charging Time 1.5 hour(s) 3 hour(s) Sony WF-C700N recharge faster than Sony WF-C700N.
Auto On/Off - Yes
CONNECTIONS Sony WF-C700N Jabra Elite 8 Active
Connector Type Bluetooth
USB (power only) (USB Type-C)
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OTHERS Sony WF-C700N Jabra Elite 8 Active
Included Accessories 2 pairs of ear tips (small, large), charging case, USB-C to USB-A charging cable Charging case, 3 pairs of EarGels, USB-C to USB-A charging cable
Software Included - Jabra Sound+
Compatibility - iPhone, Android phone
Compliant Standards - FCC, RoHS, BQB, REACH, MIL-STD-810, MFI, Qi, ISED
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 2 years
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