Detailed comparison and review of Sony WF-1000XM3 and Jabra Elite 3 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.
| DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Sony WF-1000XM3 | Jabra Elite 3 Active |
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| Product Type | True wireless earphones - Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency - wireless - NFC | True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless | |
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| Weight | 17 g | - | |
| Dimensions & Weight Details | Earbud: 8.5 g Charging case: 77 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 |
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| Colour | Black | Silver | Black | |
| Earpad Material | - | Silicone | |
| Protection | - | Waterproof, IP55 | |
| 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 | Sony WF-1000XM3 | Jabra Elite 3 Active |
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| Headphones Form Factor | In-ear | In-ear | |
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| Headphones Technology | Dynamic | - | |
| Connectivity Technology | Wireless | Wireless | |
| Wireless Technology | Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency | Bluetooth | |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.0 | Bluetooth 5.2 | Jabra Elite 3 Active have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Sony WF-1000XM3. |
| Bluetooth Profiles | Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP), Serial Copy Management System (SCMS-T) | Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) | |
| Bluetooth Audio Codec | SBC, AAC | SBC, aptX | |
| Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | Yes | Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation. |
| Noise Isolating | - | Yes | Jabra Elite 3 Active are equipped with a noise isolating function. |
| Sound Output Mode | - | Stereo | |
| Sound Effects | Digital Sound Enhancement Engine HX (DSEE HX) | 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 |
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| Diaphragm | 6 mm | 6 mm | Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm. |
| Magnet Material | Neodymium | - | |
| Features | - | PeakStop technology, Google Fast Pair, HearThrough |
| MICROPHONE | Sony WF-1000XM3 | Jabra Elite 3 Active |
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| Form Factor | Built-in | Built-in | |
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| Frequency Response | - | 100 - 8000 Hz | |
| Microphone Features | - | Battery level indicator | |
| Microphones Included | - | 4 |
| REMOTE CONTROL | Sony WF-1000XM3 | Jabra Elite 3 Active |
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| Controls | Noise-cancellation suspend button | Mute, volume, reject call, answer call |
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| CABLE | Sony WF-1000XM3 | Jabra Elite 3 Active |
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| Cable Type | USB-C charge cable - detachable - 20 cm | USB-C to USB-A cable - detachable - 20 cm |
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| FEATURES | Sony WF-1000XM3 | Jabra Elite 3 Active |
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| Features | - | Wireless auto pairing, fast charge, stereo/mono mode | |
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| Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible | - | Yes | |
| Intelligent Assistant | - | Siri, Google Assistant, Alexa |
| BATTERY AND CHARGING | Sony WF-1000XM3 | Jabra Elite 3 Active |
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| Battery Type | Headphone battery rechargeable | Rechargeable - Lithium Ion | |
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| Battery Life | 8 hour(s) | 6 hour(s) | Sony WF-1000XM3 lasts longer on a single charge than the Jabra Elite 3 Active. |
| Battery Life Details | Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF): up to 8 hours Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON): up to 6 hours Continuous talk (noise cancelling OFF): up to 4.5 hours Continuous talk (noise cancelling ON): up to 4 hours Standby (noise cancelling OFF): up to 15 hours Standby (noise cancelling ON): up to 9 hours |
Continuous playback (using earbuds): up to 6 hours Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling off) (with included charging case): up to 24 hours |
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| Standby Time | 15 hours | 275 days | Jabra Elite 3 Active have longer standby time than Sony WF-1000XM3. |
| Charging Time | 1.5 hour(s) | 3 hour(s) | Sony WF-1000XM3 recharge faster than Sony WF-1000XM3. |
| Auto On/Off | - | Yes |
| CONNECTIONS | Sony WF-1000XM3 | Jabra Elite 3 Active |
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| Connector Type | Bluetooth USB (power only) (USB Type-C) |
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| OTHERS | Sony WF-1000XM3 | Jabra Elite 3 Active |
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| Included Accessories | Charging case | Charging case, 3 pairs of EarGels | |
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| Software Included | - | Jabra Sound+ | |
| Compatibility | - | iPhone, Android phone | |
| Compliant Standards | - | FCC, RoHS, REACH, ISED | |
| Service & Support | - | Limited warranty - 2 years with product registration |
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