Jabra Elite Active 45e vs. Sony WI-1000XM2

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Jabra Elite Active 45e and Sony WI-1000XM2. 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. Sony WI-1000XM2 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Jabra Elite Active 45e Sony WI-1000XM2
Product Type Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC
Height 18.74 cm -
Width 5.5 cm -
Depth 12.4 cm -
Weight 29 g 58 g Jabra Elite Active 45e are lighter than Jabra Elite Active 45e headphones.
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
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Colour Black | Navy | Mint Black | Silver
Body Material Silicone, TPE, PC/ABS, thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) -
Earpad Material Silicone -
Protection Waterproof, dust-resistant, sweat-resistant, wind protection, IP67 -
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m 10 m The maximum operating distance of both headphones is the same.
High-Resolution Audio - Yes
SOUND QUALITY Jabra Elite Active 45e Sony WI-1000XM2
Headphones Form Factor In-ear - over-the-ear mount In-ear - neckband
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)
Bluetooth Audio Codec - SBC, AAC, LDAC
Active Noise Cancelling Yes Yes Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology Noise Blackout Digital Noise Cancelling technology (DNC)
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects - Digital Sound Enhancement Engine HX (DSEE HX), S-Master HX
Frequency Response 20 - 14000 Hz 3 - 40000 Hz Sony WI-1000XM2 offer a larger frequency range than Jabra Elite Active 45e.
Max Input Power 10 mW -
Sensitivity 107 dB 101 dB/mW Jabra Elite Active 45e have higher sensitivity than Sony WI-1000XM2.
Impedance 16 Ohm 22 Ohm
Diaphragm 12 mm 9 mm Jabra Elite Active 45e have a thicker diaphragm than Sony WI-1000XM2.
Simultaneously Connectable Devices Qty (Multipoint) 2 - Jabra Elite Active 45e have the ability to connect to multiple devices simultaneously.
In-Cord Volume Control Yes -
MICROPHONE Jabra Elite Active 45e Sony WI-1000XM2
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz -
Sensitivity -38 dBV/Pascal -
Microphones Included 2 -
REMOTE CONTROL Jabra Elite Active 45e Sony WI-1000XM2
Controls Power on/off, answer/end, play/pause, pair mode Volume, noise-cancellation suspend button
CABLE Jabra Elite Active 45e Sony WI-1000XM2
Cable Type Micro-USB cable - detachable Headphones cable - detachable - OFC - L shaped - 1 m
USB charge cable
Cable Length - 1 m
Detachable Cable - Yes
Plated Connector - Gold
FEATURES Jabra Elite Active 45e Sony WI-1000XM2
Features - Vibrating call alert
Intelligent Assistant Siri, Google Assistant, Alexa Google Assistant
BATTERY AND CHARGING Jabra Elite Active 45e Sony WI-1000XM2
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life 9 hour(s) 13 hour(s) Sony WI-1000XM2 lasts longer on a single charge than the Jabra Elite Active 45e.
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
Standby Time 12 days 100 hours Jabra Elite Active 45e have longer standby time than Sony WI-1000XM2.
Charging Time 2 hour(s) 3.5 hour(s) Jabra Elite Active 45e recharge faster than Jabra Elite Active 45e.
Auto On/Off Yes -
CONNECTIONS Jabra Elite Active 45e Sony WI-1000XM2
Connector Type USB (5 pin Micro-USB Type B (power only)) Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole)
USB (power only)
OTHERS Jabra Elite Active 45e Sony WI-1000XM2
Included Accessories Micro-USB cable Carrying pouch, airplane adapter, 4 pairs of hybrid earbuds (SS/S/M/L sizes), 3 pairs of Triple-Comfort Earbuds
Compatibility - iPhone, iPod, Android phone
Compliant Standards IC, FCC, RoHS, REACH, TIA-810-B, TIA-920.130-A -
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years -
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