Side by side comparison and review of Philips TAA4205BK and Jabra Elite 8 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.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Philips TAA4205BK | Jabra Elite 8 Active |
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Product Type | Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless | True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless | |
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Height | 5.9 cm | - | |
Width | 5 cm | - | |
Depth | 2.8 cm | - | |
Weight | 22 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 | Black | Caramel | Dark grey | Navy | |
Earpad Material | - | Silicone | |
Protection | Sweat-resistant, IPX5 | IP54, IP68, water-resistant, dust-proof | |
Design | Sports | - | |
Recommended Use | Portable electronics | Portable electronics | |
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) | 10 m | 10 m | The maximum operating distance of both headphones is the same. |
SOUND QUALITY | Philips TAA4205BK | Jabra Elite 8 Active |
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Headphones Form Factor | In-ear - over-the-ear mount | 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 Philips TAA4205BK. |
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), 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 | Jabra Elite 8 Active are equipped with a noise isolating function. |
Sound Output Mode | - | 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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Sensitivity | 95 dB | - | |
Diaphragm | PET - 10 mm | 6 mm | Philips TAA4205BK have a thicker diaphragm than Jabra Elite 8 Active. |
Simultaneously Connectable Devices Qty (Multipoint) | - | 2 | Jabra Elite 8 Active have the ability to connect to multiple devices simultaneously. |
Magnet Material | NdFeB | - | |
Features | - | Voice guidance, MultiPoint Technology, Google Fast Pair, Auto Pause, Microsoft Swift Pair, HearThrough, Personalised Sound technology, Apple MFI, Jabra MyControls, Spotify Tap |
MICROPHONE | Philips TAA4205BK | Jabra Elite 8 Active |
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Form Factor | Built-in | Built-in | |
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Microphone Operation Mode | - | MEMS-directional | |
Frequency Response | - | 100 - 8000 Hz | |
Microphones Included | - | 6 |
REMOTE CONTROL | Philips TAA4205BK | Jabra Elite 8 Active |
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Controls | Volume, answer/end, play/pause, reject call, voice assistant | Mute, volume, power on/off, call, sidetone |
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CABLE | Philips TAA4205BK | Jabra Elite 8 Active |
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Cable Type | - | USB-C to USB-A cable - detachable - 20 cm |
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FEATURES | Philips TAA4205BK | 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 | |
Sensors | Heart rate | In-ear detection sensor |
BATTERY AND CHARGING | Philips TAA4205BK | Jabra Elite 8 Active |
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Battery Type | Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer | Rechargeable - Lithium Ion - - wireless charging | |
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Battery Life | 6 hour(s) | 14 hours | Jabra Elite 8 Active lasts longer on a single charge than the Philips TAA4205BK. |
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) | Philips TAA4205BK recharge faster than Philips TAA4205BK. |
Auto On/Off | - | Yes |
CONNECTIONS | Philips TAA4205BK | Jabra Elite 8 Active |
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Connector Type | Bluetooth USB (power only) (USB Type-C) |
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OTHERS | Philips TAA4205BK | Jabra Elite 8 Active |
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Included Accessories | 3 pair of ear caps, USB-C charging cable | 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 | 2-year warranty | Limited warranty - 2 years |