Detailed comparison and review of Jabra Elite 45e 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.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Jabra Elite 45e | Jabra Elite 8 Active |
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Product Type | Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless | True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless | |
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Length | 36.2 cm | - | |
Weight | 25.95 g | - | |
Dimensions & Weight Details | - | 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 |
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Colour | Black, copper | Gold beige | Black | Black | Caramel | Dark grey | Navy | |
Earpad Material | - | Silicone | |
Protection | IP54 | IP54, IP68, water-resistant, dust-proof | |
Recommended Use | - | Portable electronics | |
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) | - | 10 m |
SOUND QUALITY | Jabra Elite 45e | Jabra Elite 8 Active |
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Headphones Form Factor | In-ear - neckband | In-ear | |
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Connectivity Technology | Wireless | Wireless | |
Wireless Technology | Bluetooth | Bluetooth | |
Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.0 | Bluetooth 5.3 | Jabra Elite 8 Active have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Jabra Elite 45e. |
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), Telephony and Media Audio Profile (TMAP), Public Broadcast Profile (PBP) | |
Bluetooth Audio Codec | - | SBC, AAC | |
Active Noise Cancelling | - | Yes | Jabra Elite 8 Active are equipped with active noice cancellation. |
Active Noise Cancelling Technology | - | Adaptive Hybrid ANC | |
Noise Isolating | Yes | Yes | Both headphones are equipped with noise isolation. |
Sound Output Mode | Stereo | Stereo | |
Frequency Response | 20 - 20000 Hz | 20 - 20000 Hz | Both headphones offer the same frequency response. |
Audio Output Details | - | Multimedia - 20 - 20000 Communication - 100 - 8000 |
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Max Input Power | 5 mW | - | |
Sensitivity | 109 dB | - | |
Impedance | 32 Ohm | - | |
Diaphragm | 12.4 mm | 6 mm | Jabra Elite 45e have a thicker diaphragm than Jabra Elite 8 Active. |
Simultaneously Connectable Devices Qty (Multipoint) | 8 | 2 | Jabra Elite 45e have the ability to connect to multiple devices simultaneously. |
Features | - | Voice guidance, MultiPoint Technology, Google Fast Pair, Auto Pause, Microsoft Swift Pair, HearThrough, Personalised Sound technology, Apple MFI, Jabra MyControls, Spotify Tap | |
In-Cord Volume Control | Yes | - |
MICROPHONE | Jabra Elite 45e | Jabra Elite 8 Active |
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Form Factor | - | Built-in | |
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Type | On-cable | - | |
Microphone Operation Mode | - | MEMS-directional | |
Noise Cancelling | Yes | - | Jabra Elite 45e microphone can cancel out ambient noise. |
Frequency Response | 100 - 10000 Hz | 100 - 8000 Hz | Jabra Elite 45e offer a larger microphone frequency range than Jabra Elite 8 Active. |
Sensitivity | -38 dB | - | |
Microphones Included | 2 | 6 | Jabra Elite 8 Active have a built-in microphone. |
REMOTE CONTROL | Jabra Elite 45e | Jabra Elite 8 Active |
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Controls | Mute, volume control, voice assistant | Mute, volume, power on/off, call, sidetone |
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CABLE | Jabra Elite 45e | Jabra Elite 8 Active |
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Cable Type | Micro-USB charge cable - 30 cm | USB-C to USB-A cable - detachable - 20 cm | |
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Cable Length | 36.2 cm | - |
FEATURES | Jabra Elite 45e | Jabra Elite 8 Active |
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Features | - | Wireless auto pairing, fast charge, stereo/mono mode, battery status indication, over the air updates, Rapid Charge Technology, sleep mode, in-ear pressure relief | |
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Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible | - | Yes | |
Intelligent Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant, Alexa | Siri, Google Assistant | |
Sensors | - | In-ear detection sensor |
BATTERY AND CHARGING | Jabra Elite 45e | Jabra Elite 8 Active |
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Battery Type | Headphone battery rechargeable | Rechargeable - Lithium Ion - - wireless charging | |
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Battery Life | 8 hours | 14 hours | Jabra Elite 8 Active lasts longer on a single charge than the Jabra Elite 45e. |
Battery Life Details | - | 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 |
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Standby Time | - | 315 days | |
Wireless Charging Standards | - | Qi | |
Charging Time | 2 hour(s) | 3 hour(s) | Jabra Elite 45e recharge faster than Jabra Elite 45e. |
Auto On/Off | - | Yes |
CONNECTIONS | Jabra Elite 45e | Jabra Elite 8 Active |
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Connector Type | USB (5 pin Micro-USB Type B (power only)) | - |
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OTHERS | Jabra Elite 45e | Jabra Elite 8 Active |
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Included Accessories | 3 pairs of EarWings, 3 pairs of EarGels | Charging case, 3 pairs of EarGels, USB-C to USB-A charging cable | |
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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 | Limited warranty - 2 years |