Apple AirPods (1st generation) vs. Jaybird RUN XT

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Apple AirPods (1st generation) and Jaybird RUN XT. 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

Apple AirPods (1st generation) vs. Jaybird RUN XT Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Apple AirPods (1st generation) Jaybird RUN XT
Product Type True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Product Generation 1st generation -
Height 4.05 cm -
Width 1.65 cm -
Depth 1.8 cm -
Weight 4 g -
Dimensions & Weight Details Charging case: 4.43 cm x 2.13 cm x 5.35 cm / 38 g Earbud: 1.43 cm x 1.9 cm x 1.95 cm / 6.83 g
Charging case: 7.7 cm x 4.3 cm x 4 cm / 56.6 g
Colour - Black, Flash | Grey, storm
Protection - Waterproof, sweat-resistant, IPX7
Design - Sports
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 10 m
SOUND QUALITY Apple AirPods (1st generation) Jaybird RUN XT
Headphones Form Factor Ear-bud In-ear
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version - Bluetooth 4.1
Bluetooth Profiles - Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Serial Port Profile (SPP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
Noise Isolating - Yes Jaybird RUN XT are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects - Super Bass Control (SBC)
Frequency Response - 20 - 20000 Hz
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) - <5%
Sensitivity - 103 dB
Impedance - 16 Ohm
Diaphragm - 6 mm
MICROPHONE Apple AirPods (1st generation) Jaybird RUN XT
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Microphone Operation Mode - Omni-directional
Audio Input Details - Omni-directional
Sensitivity - -38 dB
REMOTE CONTROL Apple AirPods (1st generation) Jaybird RUN XT
Controls Volume, answer/end, next/previous track Power on/off, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, skip track, pair mode, voice assistant
CABLE Apple AirPods (1st generation) Jaybird RUN XT
Cable Type Lightning cable - detachable USB charge cable - detachable - 30 cm
FEATURES Apple AirPods (1st generation) Jaybird RUN XT
Sensors Dual optical sensors, motion-detecting accelerometer, speech-detecting accelerometer -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Apple AirPods (1st generation) Jaybird RUN XT
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity - 80 mAh
Battery Life - 4 hour(s)
Charging Time - 2 hour(s)
Auto On/Off Yes -
OTHERS Apple AirPods (1st generation) Jaybird RUN XT
Included Accessories Charging case Charging case, 4 pairs of EarFins, 2 pairs of round ear tips (small, medium), 2 pairs of oval ear tips (small, medium)
Compatibility iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac -
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