Philips TAT8506WT vs. Jabra Elite 8 Active

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Philips TAT8506WT 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 TAT8506WT vs. Jabra Elite 8 Active Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Philips TAT8506WT Jabra Elite 8 Active
Product Type True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
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 White Black | Caramel | Dark grey | Navy
Earpad Material - Silicone
Protection IPX4 IP54, IP68, water-resistant, dust-proof
Recommended Use - 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 Philips TAT8506WT Jabra Elite 8 Active
Headphones Form Factor In-ear In-ear
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
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 TAT8506WT.
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, LDAC SBC, AAC
Active Noise Cancelling Yes Yes Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology Noise Canceling Pro+ Adaptive Hybrid ANC
Noise Isolating - Yes Jabra Elite 8 Active are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode - Stereo
Frequency Response 7 - 40000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Philips TAT8506WT offer a larger frequency range than Jabra Elite 8 Active.
Audio Output Details - Multimedia - 20 - 20000
Communication - 100 - 8000
Max Input Power 5 mW -
Sensitivity 104 dB -
Impedance 16 Ohm -
Diaphragm 13 mm 6 mm Philips TAT8506WT 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.
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 TAT8506WT Jabra Elite 8 Active
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Microphone Operation Mode - MEMS-directional
Frequency Response - 100 - 8000 Hz
Microphones Included 3 6 Jabra Elite 8 Active have a built-in microphone.
REMOTE CONTROL Philips TAT8506WT Jabra Elite 8 Active
Controls - Mute, volume, power on/off, call, sidetone
CABLE Philips TAT8506WT Jabra Elite 8 Active
Cable Type - USB-C to USB-A cable - detachable - 20 cm
FEATURES Philips TAT8506WT Jabra Elite 8 Active
Features Multipoint Pairing 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 Yes
Voice Control Indirect -
Intelligent Assistant Google Assistant ready, Siri ready Siri, Google Assistant
Sensors - In-ear detection sensor
BATTERY AND CHARGING Philips TAT8506WT Jabra Elite 8 Active
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer - - wireless charging Rechargeable - Lithium Ion - - wireless charging
Battery Capacity 50 mAh -
Battery Life 9 hour(s) 14 hours Jabra Elite 8 Active lasts longer on a single charge than the Philips TAT8506WT.
Battery Life Details Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF): up to 9 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON): up to 8 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF / with included charging case): up to 36 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / 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
Charging Time 2 hour(s) 3 hour(s) Philips TAT8506WT recharge faster than Philips TAT8506WT.
Auto On/Off - Yes
CONNECTIONS Philips TAT8506WT Jabra Elite 8 Active
Connector Type USB (power only) (USB Type-C) -
OTHERS Philips TAT8506WT Jabra Elite 8 Active
Included Accessories Pair of Comply foam ear tips, 6 pairs of ear tips, USB-C charging cable, charging case (410 mAh) Charging case, 3 pairs of EarGels, USB-C to USB-A charging cable
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
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