Microsoft Surface Earbuds vs. Jabra Elite 3 Active

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Microsoft Surface Earbuds and Jabra Elite 3 Active. Compare design, audio features, functions and other important specifications to easily choose the right headphones for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the headphones that will best fit your needs.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Microsoft Surface Earbuds vs. Jabra Elite 3 Active Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Microsoft Surface Earbuds Jabra Elite 3 Active
Product Type True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Dimensions & Weight Details Charging case: 7.5 cm x 3.32 cm x 2.5 cm / 40 g
Earbud: 2.5 cm x 2.5 cm x 1.99 cm / 7.2 g
Earbud: 2.085 cm x 2.73 cm x 2.049 cm / 5 g
Charging case: 6.4 cm x 2.84 cm x 3.89 cm / 37.5 g
Colour Glacier Black
Earpad Material - Silicone
Protection Waterproof, IPX4 Waterproof, IP55
Recommended Use - Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 10 m
SOUND QUALITY Microsoft Surface Earbuds Jabra Elite 3 Active
Headphones Form Factor Ear-bud In-ear
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 5.2 Jabra Elite 3 Active have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Microsoft Surface Earbuds.
Bluetooth Profiles - Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
Bluetooth Audio Codec SBC, aptX SBC, aptX
Active Noise Cancelling - Yes Jabra Elite 3 Active are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Noise Isolating - Yes Jabra Elite 3 Active are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects - Personal Sound
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 13.6 mm 6 mm Microsoft Surface Earbuds have a thicker diaphragm than Jabra Elite 3 Active.
Features - PeakStop technology, Google Fast Pair, HearThrough
MICROPHONE Microsoft Surface Earbuds Jabra Elite 3 Active
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Frequency Response - 100 - 8000 Hz
Microphone Features - Battery level indicator
Microphones Included 2 4 Jabra Elite 3 Active have a built-in microphone.
REMOTE CONTROL Microsoft Surface Earbuds Jabra Elite 3 Active
Controls Volume, answer/end, next/previous track Mute, volume, reject call, answer call
CABLE Microsoft Surface Earbuds Jabra Elite 3 Active
Cable Type - USB-C to USB-A cable - detachable - 20 cm
FEATURES Microsoft Surface Earbuds Jabra Elite 3 Active
Features - Wireless auto pairing, fast charge, stereo/mono mode
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
Intelligent Assistant - Siri, Google Assistant, Alexa
BATTERY AND CHARGING Microsoft Surface Earbuds Jabra Elite 3 Active
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Rechargeable - Lithium Ion
Battery Life 7 hour(s) 6 hour(s) Microsoft Surface Earbuds lasts longer on a single charge than the Jabra Elite 3 Active.
Battery Life Details Continuous playback: up to 7 hours
Continuous playback (with included charging case): up to 24 hours
Continuous playback (using earbuds): up to 6 hours
Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling off) (with included charging case): up to 24 hours
Standby Time - 275 days
Charging Time - 3 hour(s)
Auto On/Off - Yes
OTHERS Microsoft Surface Earbuds Jabra Elite 3 Active
Included Accessories Charging case, 3 pairs of silicone ear tips (small, medium, large), USB-C to USB-A cable Charging case, 3 pairs of EarGels
Software Included - Jabra Sound+
Compatibility iPhone, iPad, iPod, Android phone, Windows iPhone, Android phone
Compliant Standards - FCC, RoHS, REACH, ISED
Service & Support Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 2 years with product registration
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