Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK vs. Jabra Elite 8 Active

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Detailed comparison and review of Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK 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 UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK vs. Jabra Elite 8 Active Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK Jabra Elite 8 Active
Product Type Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Height 15 cm -
Width 13.5 cm -
Depth 1.6 cm -
Weight 30 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 | Caramel | Dark grey | Navy
Earpad Material - Silicone
Protection - 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 UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK 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 4.1 Bluetooth 5.3 Jabra Elite 8 Active have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK.
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 Yes Both headphones are equipped with noise isolation.
Sound Output Mode - Stereo
Frequency Response 10 - 21000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK offer a larger frequency range than Jabra Elite 8 Active.
Audio Output Details - Multimedia - 20 - 20000
Communication - 100 - 8000
Max Input Power 20 mW -
Sensitivity 107 dB -
Impedance 16 Ohm -
Diaphragm PET - 8 mm 6 mm Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK 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 UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK Jabra Elite 8 Active
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Microphone Operation Mode - MEMS-directional
Frequency Response - 100 - 8000 Hz
Microphones Included - 6
REMOTE CONTROL Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK Jabra Elite 8 Active
Controls Volume control, echo control, answer/end, hold, phone/music mode, reject call Mute, volume, power on/off, call, sidetone
CABLE Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK Jabra Elite 8 Active
Cable Type - USB-C to USB-A cable - detachable - 20 cm
FEATURES Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK 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 UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK Jabra Elite 8 Active
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer Rechargeable - Lithium Ion - - wireless charging
Battery Life 7 hours 14 hours Jabra Elite 8 Active lasts longer on a single charge than the Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK.
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
Standby Time 160 hours 315 days Jabra Elite 8 Active have longer standby time than Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK.
Wireless Charging Standards - Qi
Charging Time - 3 hour(s)
Auto On/Off - Yes
WIRELESS LINK Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK Jabra Elite 8 Active
Transmission Range 10 m -
CONNECTIONS Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK Jabra Elite 8 Active
Connector Type Bluetooth -
OTHERS Philips UpBeat Metalix Pro SHB5950BK Jabra Elite 8 Active
Included Accessories USB cable 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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