Philips TAT5506BK vs. Jabra Elite 8 Active

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Philips TAT5506BK 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.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Philips TAT5506BK vs. Jabra Elite 8 Active Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Philips TAT5506BK Jabra Elite 8 Active
Product Type True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Height 3 cm -
Width 7 cm -
Depth 4.2 cm -
Weight 64 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
Colour Black Black | Caramel | Dark grey | Navy
Earpad Material - Silicone
Protection Sweat-resistant, water-resistant IP54, IP68, water-resistant, dust-proof
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 TAT5506BK Jabra Elite 8 Active
Headphones Form Factor In-ear In-ear
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 5.2 Bluetooth 5.3 Jabra Elite 8 Active have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Philips TAT5506BK.
Bluetooth Profiles Hands-Free Profile (HFP), 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 SBC, AAC
Active Noise Cancelling Yes Yes Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling Pro 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
Max Input Power 5 mW -
Sensitivity 105 dB -
Impedance 16 Ohm -
Diaphragm 10 mm 6 mm Philips TAT5506BK 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 Neodymium -
Features Awareness Mode, Voice Enhanced Mode Voice guidance, MultiPoint Technology, Google Fast Pair, Auto Pause, Microsoft Swift Pair, HearThrough, Personalised Sound technology, Apple MFI, Jabra MyControls, Spotify Tap
MICROPHONE Philips TAT5506BK Jabra Elite 8 Active
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Microphone Operation Mode - MEMS-directional
Noise Cancelling Yes - Philips TAT5506BK microphone can cancel out ambient noise.
Noise Cancelling Technology Environmental Noise Cancellation (ENC) -
Frequency Response - 100 - 8000 Hz
Microphones Included 2 6 Jabra Elite 8 Active have a built-in microphone.
REMOTE CONTROL Philips TAT5506BK Jabra Elite 8 Active
Controls - Mute, volume, power on/off, call, sidetone
CABLE Philips TAT5506BK Jabra Elite 8 Active
Cable Type USB-C charge cable USB-C to USB-A cable - detachable - 20 cm
FEATURES Philips TAT5506BK Jabra Elite 8 Active
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
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
Intelligent Assistant - Siri, Google Assistant
Sensors - In-ear detection sensor
BATTERY AND CHARGING Philips TAT5506BK Jabra Elite 8 Active
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion - - wireless charging Rechargeable - Lithium Ion - - wireless charging
Battery Capacity 55 mAh -
Battery Life 7 hour(s) 14 hours Jabra Elite 8 Active lasts longer on a single charge than the Philips TAT5506BK.
Battery Life Details Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON): up to 7 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF): up to 8 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / with included charging case): up to 28 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF / with included charging case): up to 32 hours
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
Standby Time - 315 days
Wireless Charging Standards Qi Qi
Charging Time 2 hour(s) 3 hour(s) Philips TAT5506BK recharge faster than Philips TAT5506BK.
Auto On/Off - Yes
CONNECTIONS Philips TAT5506BK Jabra Elite 8 Active
Connector Type Bluetooth
USB (power only) (USB Type-C)
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OTHERS Philips TAT5506BK Jabra Elite 8 Active
Included Accessories 3 pairs of silicone ear tips, USB-C cable, charging case (550 mAh) Charging case, 3 pairs of EarGels, USB-C to USB-A charging cable
Software Included - Jabra Sound+
Compatibility - iPhone, Android phone
Compliant Standards IPX5 FCC, RoHS, BQB, REACH, MIL-STD-810, MFI, Qi, ISED
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 2 years
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