Sony WI-1000XM2 vs. Jabra Elite 7 Active

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Sony WI-1000XM2 and Jabra Elite 7 Active. Compare design, sound quality and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect headphones. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the headphones that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Sony WI-1000XM2 vs. Jabra Elite 7 Active Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony WI-1000XM2 Jabra Elite 7 Active
Product Type Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Weight 58 g -
Dimensions & Weight Details - Earbud: 1.95 cm x 1.8 cm x 1.63 cm / 5.5 g
Charging case: 4.03 cm x 6.96 cm x 2.53 cm / 44 g
Colour Black | Silver Black | Navy | Mint
Protection - Waterproof, sweat-resistant, IP57
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics, computer
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m 10 m The maximum operating distance of both headphones is the same.
High-Resolution Audio Yes -
SOUND QUALITY Sony WI-1000XM2 Jabra Elite 7 Active
Headphones Form Factor In-ear - neckband In-ear
Headphones Technology Balanced armature / dynamic -
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth 5.2 Jabra Elite 7 Active have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Sony WI-1000XM2.
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), Serial Port Profile (SPP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
Bluetooth Audio Codec SBC, AAC, LDAC SBC, AAC
Active Noise Cancelling Yes Yes Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology Digital Noise Cancelling technology (DNC) -
Noise Isolating - Yes Jabra Elite 7 Active are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects Digital Sound Enhancement Engine HX (DSEE HX), S-Master HX HD Voice
Frequency Response 3 - 40000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Sony WI-1000XM2 offer a larger frequency range than Jabra Elite 7 Active.
Sensitivity 101 dB/mW -
Impedance 22 Ohm -
Diaphragm 9 mm 6 mm Sony WI-1000XM2 have a thicker diaphragm than Jabra Elite 7 Active.
Simultaneously Connectable Devices Qty (Multipoint) - 2 Jabra Elite 7 Active have the ability to connect to multiple devices simultaneously.
Features - PeakStop technology, Auto Pause, Jabra ShakeGrip
MICROPHONE Sony WI-1000XM2 Jabra Elite 7 Active
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Frequency Response - 80 - 8000 Hz
Microphones Included - 6
REMOTE CONTROL Sony WI-1000XM2 Jabra Elite 7 Active
Controls Volume, noise-cancellation suspend button Mute, volume, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, reject call, HearThrough, voice assistant, ANC mode
CABLE Sony WI-1000XM2 Jabra Elite 7 Active
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - OFC - L shaped - 1 m
USB charge cable
USB-C to USB-A cable - 30 cm
Cable Length 1 m -
Detachable Cable Yes -
Plated Connector Gold -
FEATURES Sony WI-1000XM2 Jabra Elite 7 Active
Features Vibrating call alert Auto power on/off
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
Intelligent Assistant Google Assistant Siri, Google Assistant, Alexa
Sensors - In-ear detection sensor
Additional Functions - DSP
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony WI-1000XM2 Jabra Elite 7 Active
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Rechargeable - Lithium Ion - - wireless charging
Battery Life 13 hour(s) 8 hour(s) Sony WI-1000XM2 lasts longer on a single charge than the Jabra Elite 7 Active.
Battery Life Details Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON): up to 10 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF): up to 13 hours
Standby (noise cancelling OFF): up to 100 hours
Continuous talk: up to 6 hours
Continuous playback: up to 8 hours
Continuous playback (with included charging case): up to 30 hours
Standby Time 100 hours 292 days Jabra Elite 7 Active have longer standby time than Sony WI-1000XM2.
Wireless Charging Standards - Qi
Charging Time 3.5 hour(s) 2.5 hour(s) Jabra Elite 7 Active recharge faster than Sony WI-1000XM2.
Auto On/Off - Yes
CONNECTIONS Sony WI-1000XM2 Jabra Elite 7 Active
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole)
USB (power only)
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OTHERS Sony WI-1000XM2 Jabra Elite 7 Active
Included Accessories Carrying pouch, airplane adapter, 4 pairs of hybrid earbuds (SS/S/M/L sizes), 3 pairs of Triple-Comfort Earbuds 3 pairs of EarGels, wireless charging case, USB-C to USB-A charging cable
Software Included - Jabra Sound+
Compatibility iPhone, iPod, Android phone iPhone, Android phone
Compliant Standards - FCC, RoHS, REACH, MFI, Qi, ISED
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 2 years with product registration
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