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Jabra Elite 8 Active Gen 2 True Wireless Headphones Review

Tested using Methodology v1.7
Reviewed Sep 10, 2024 at 09:28 am
Latest change: Writing modified Sep 11, 2024 at 02:47 pm
Jabra Elite 8 Active Gen 2 True Wireless Picture
7.6
Neutral Sound
8.5
Commute/Travel
8.4
Sports/Fitness
7.9
Office
6.1
Wireless Gaming
6.5
Wired Gaming
7.7
Phone Calls

The Jabra Elite 8 Active Gen 2 True Wireless are ANC-equipped wireless earbuds. They're an updated version of the Jabra Elite 8 Active True Wireless, with a slightly re-tweaked formula that will make them a worthy upgrade for some users. This iteration maintains the same sweat-resistant 'ShakeGrip' coating and ergonomic design that made the original a hit with the running crowd but adds functionality in the form of a 'smart case' that acts as a Bluetooth LE transmitter between wired devices and the buds themselves. Jabra also advertises some finetuning to the ANC, 'Hear-Through,' and Dolby Spatial Audio features.

Given these buds are effectively Jabra's last dance in the consumer market, are they exiting with a whimper or a bang?

Our Verdict

7.6 Neutral Sound

The Jabra Elite 8 Active Gen 2 are good for neutral sound. They have a balanced, relatively flat response out of the box, with a smooth bass and detailed mids. The bass response won't have you grooving to basslines in the same way as more bass-forward tunings, but the balanced mid-range renders vocals and lead instruments transparently. The treble range adds a bit of zing to the upper harmonics of vocals, though this can err towards harshness with certain sibilant sounds. There's a graphic EQ and presets available in the app for further tuning possibilities, though. Sadly, despite the manufacturer's claims of a 'semi-open' design, these buds feature the kind of closed-off, narrow soundstage commonly found in in-ears. However, you can always use the Dolby Spatial Audio feature to help create a virtual soundstage instead.

Pros
  • 'Smart case' offers wired playback support.
  • Outstanding noise isolation performance.
  • Comfortable, stable fit.
  • Graphic EQ and presets in app.
Cons
  • Terrible passive soundstage.
8.5 Commute/Travel

The Jabra Elite 8 Active Gen 2 are amazing for commuting and travel. They're comfortable, extremely portable, and well-built enough to endure long-term use on the road. They also feature an outstanding noise isolation performance: a happy marriage between a great ANC system and the high degree of passive isolation provided by their silicone ear tips, which can attenuate traffic noise, airplane engine rumble, and everything in between. They feature almost eight hours of continuous battery life, which is enough for a week's worth of commutes (or one transatlantic flight), with three extra charges available via the case.

Pros
  • Outstanding noise isolation performance.
  • Comfortable, stable fit.
  • IP68 rating against dust and water submersion.
Cons
  • Mic can sound thin and unnatural.
8.4 Sports/Fitness

The Jabra Elite 8 Active Gen 2 are impressive for sports and fitness use. Their ergonomic shape and ShakeGrip rubberized coating make for a stable and comfortable fit, and their IP68 rating means you can bring them with you on wet hikes and dusty bike rides alike. Their simple yet intuitive control scheme makes it a breeze to input controls mid-stride, and their almost eight-hour battery life is enough to get you through all but the most grueling endurance events without a recharge.

Pros
  • Outstanding noise isolation performance.
  • Comfortable, stable fit.
  • IP68 rating against dust and water submersion.
Cons
  • Terrible passive soundstage.
7.9 Office

The Jabra Elite 8 Active Gen 2 are very good for office use. They have a comfortable, stable fit that leaks minimal amounts of audio. Their continuous battery life is just shy of eight hours, which is enough to get you through the average workday without needing a recharge. Their ANC system and passive seal excel at cutting out the sounds of scraping chairs and corporate chit-chat prevalent in the office so you can focus on your work. Plus, the ability to transmit audio to the buds via the 'smart case' and its wired input means you can play audio from the most ancient of office PCs.

Pros
  • 'Smart case' offers wired playback support.
  • Outstanding noise isolation performance.
  • Comfortable, stable fit.
  • Graphic EQ and presets in app.
Cons
  • Terrible passive soundstage.
  • Mic can sound thin and unnatural.
6.1 Wireless Gaming

Although the Jabra Elite 8 Active Gen 2 can be connected to a PC via Bluetooth, their latency via the SBC codec is too high to be practical for gaming.

6.5 Wired Gaming

The Jabra Elite 8 Active Gen 2 are okay for wired gaming. You can connect them to PCs and PlayStation and Xbox consoles by using the 'smart case' as a transmitter. You can plug into its USB-C port using either a conventional USB-C cable or the included USB-C to analog adapter. While latency is lower than via Bluetooth, it's still high enough to be a nuisance for any moderately-competitive gamer. You also can't send audio using this connection type, so you'll have to use an outboard mic.

Pros
  • 'Smart case' offers wired playback support.
  • Comfortable, stable fit.
Cons
  • Terrible passive soundstage.
  • Latency is high via Bluetooth, not much lower when wired.
7.7 Phone Calls

The Jabra Elite 8 Active Gen 2 are good for phone calls. While the mic doesn't render your voice in the most natural way, you'll still be easily understandable on calls, aided by the great noise handling performance. The outstanding noise isolation performance also means you can focus on your conversation partner's voice without distractions on your end.

Pros
  • Outstanding noise isolation performance.
  • Comfortable, stable fit.
Cons
  • Mic can sound thin and unnatural.
  • 7.6 Neutral Sound
  • 8.5 Commute/Travel
  • 8.4 Sports/Fitness
  • 7.9 Office
  • 6.1 Wireless Gaming
  • 6.5 Wired Gaming
  • 7.7 Phone Calls
  1. Updated Sep 11, 2024: We updated the Case section of this review to clarify the differences between the Jabra Elite 8 Active Gen 2 True Wireless' case and the previous generation's case.
  2. Updated Sep 10, 2024: Review published.
  3. Updated Aug 29, 2024: Early access published.
  4. Updated Aug 21, 2024: Our testers have started testing this product.
  5. Updated Aug 01, 2024: The product has arrived in our lab, and our testers will start evaluating it soon.
  6. Updated Jul 10, 2024: We've purchased the product and are waiting for it to arrive in our lab.

Differences Between Sizes And Variants

The Jabra Elite 8 Active Gen 2 True Wireless are the next generation of the Jabra Elite 8 Active True Wireless, and you can see their label here. They come in four color variants: 'Navy,' 'Black,' 'Coral,' and 'Olive.' If you encounter another variant of these headphones, let us know in the comments, and we'll update our review.

Compared To Other Headphones

TheJabra Elite 8 Active Gen 2 True Wireless are an updated version of the Jabra Elite 8 Active True Wireless. They come with some notable improvements on the last iteration, like a 'smart case' that allows you to connect devices via a wired connection and send audio, which the case then transmits via Bluetooth LE to the buds themselves. The noise isolation performance is a notable step up, both across the full range and in common scenarios. There's not much to differentiate their noise isolation performance against the flagship Jabra Elite 10 Gen 2 True Wireless either, and we even found the Elite 8 Active performed better in our full-range isolation testing. That said, the more premium model offers Dolby Atmos compatibility with head-tracking capabilities, which can help create a more immersive listening experience.

If you're looking for similar buds, check out our recommendations for the best wireless earbuds for running and working out, the best Jabra earbuds and headphones, and the best earbuds and in-ear headphones.

Jabra Elite 10 Gen 2 True Wireless

The Jabra Elite 8 Active Gen 2 True Wireless represent a better value than the Jabra Elite 10 Gen 2 True Wireless. While both buds offer a comfortable, stable fit, the 8 are designed for more rugged use, featuring an IP68 rating against dust and water damage. Both share similarly balanced sound profiles, which you can tweak via the companion app's graphic EQ and presets. Although you'd expect the 10, Jabra's flagship earbuds, to perform better in noise isolation, we found that there was practically very little difference in performance between them, with the 8 performing slightly better in our full-range testing. As a result, there's not much to justify the additional outlay on the 10 unless you're dead set on their Dolby Atmos head tracking capabilities or prefer their oblong-shaped tips.

Jabra Elite 8 Active True Wireless

The Jabra Elite 8 Active Gen 2 True Wireless are the next generation of the Jabra Elite 8 Active True Wireless. They keep many of the features that made the original popular: a comfortable fit, great build quality with the slip-proof ShakeGrip coating, and a balanced default sound profile, with the ability to tweak the sound further via the EQ and presets in the app. The newest iteration has some notable upgrades that make it a better choice for most uses. A new 'smart case' allows you to playback audio from wired sources by plugging them into the case's USB-C port. There's even a USB-C to 3.5mm adapter provided, though it can be a bit finicky to use. The new version also has a substantially improved noise isolation performance, which more effectively blocks out ambient noise in common scenarios.

Sony WF-1000XM5 Truly Wireless

The Jabra Elite 8 Active Gen 2 True Wireless are a better choice for most use cases than the Sony WF-1000XM5 Truly Wireless. Both buds offer similar levels of comfort and stability, though the Jabra are better built with an IP68 rating against dust and water damage. The Jabra headphones have a more balanced default sound profile and even have a 'smart case' that allows you to connect devices via a wired USB-C or aux connection. While the Sony headphones are well-known for their excellent noise isolation performance and passively isolating tips, the Jabra buds offer even more attenuation, and their silicone tips also provide a solid seal. The Jabra have a better-quality mic with better noise handling. Given the Jabra retail for less, they seem like the natural choice for most users unless you value the Sony's LDAC compatibility or more bass-heavy sound.

Samsung Galaxy Buds FE Truly Wireless

The Samsung Galaxy Buds FE Truly Wireless offer great value for their retail price, but if you're willing to up your budget, the Jabra Elite 8 Active Gen 2 True Wireless offer some considerable upgrades. They're slightly better built and more comfortable and stable in your ears. While both buds have similarly balanced sound profiles, you can customize the Jabra via a graphic EQ in the app. The Jabra headphones also offer better noise isolation performance and better mic recording quality. They come with Dolby Spatial Audio, which can add an immersive quality to your listening experience. The Jabra also come with a nifty 'smart case', which lets you connect wired audio sources via the USB-C port in the case, which then transmits audio via Bluetooth to the buds.

Test Results

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Design
Design
Style
Type In-ear
Enclosure Closed-Back
Wireless Truly Wireless
Transducer Dynamic

The Jabra Elite 8 Active Gen 2 True Wireless are similar to the Jabra Elite 8 Active True Wireless in appearance. These headphones retain the same rounded, ergonomically shaped design with a rubberized, slip-proof coating. They come in a few color variants, including 'Navy,' 'Black,' 'Coral,' and 'Olive.'

7.5
Design
Comfort
Weight 0.02 lbs
Clamping Force
0 lbs

Due to their similar design to their predecessor, these buds also have a similarly comfortable fit. While their body is on the larger side, it's still small enough to fit in smaller ears, and once you find the right pair of ear tips, they fit securely in your ear canal. Those who dislike deep in-ear fits will like how these avoid putting pressure on your ear canal, avoiding the plunger-like effect that can occur with such fits.

8.0
Design
Controls
OS Compatibility
Not OS specific
Ease Of Use Decent
Feedback Good
Call/Music Control Yes
Volume Control Yes
Microphone Control Mute/Unmute
Channel Mixing
No
Noise Cancelling Control On/Off
Talk-Through
On/Off
Additional Controls Voice Assistant

These buds have great, intuitive controls that are easy to memorize and can even be customized. You can see a quick rundown of the controls here. The outer surface of each bud is a touch-sensitive button that you can use to input commands with clicky, tactile feedback. There's audio feedback provided for different things, like switching between ANC modes, entering Bluetooth pairing mode, or hitting max volume. There's also a white light on the case that lights up, accompanied by audio feedback, when you use the case as a transmitter.

9.5
Design
Portability
L 1.2" (3.0 cm)
W 1.1" (2.8 cm)
H 0.8" (2.1 cm)
Volume 1.08 in³ (17.64 cm³)
Transmitter Required No

As with many other true wireless earbuds, the Jabra Elite 8 Active Gen 2 True Wireless are extremely portable. They can easily be slipped into a bag or pocket, though you'll need to use the case as a transmitter if you use a wired connection type.

8.0
Design
Case
Type Hard case
L 2.6" (6.5 cm)
W 1.9" (4.7 cm)
H 0.9" (2.4 cm)
Volume 4.47 in³ (73.30 cm³)

The Jabra Elite 8 Active Gen 2 True Wireless come with a sturdily constructed case that's the same size as the one that comes with the Jabra Elite 8 Active True Wireless or the Jabra Elite 10 Gen 2 True Wireless. There are magnets to hold the buds in place within the case, as well as a solid lid and hinges. The case itself carries an IP54 rating for protection against dust particles and water splashes. You can also use the case to playback audio from wired sources. All you need to do is connect the case to a USB-C or AUX audio source while the buds are out of the case. Press the case button once, and the light will switch from green to white to indicate a successful connection.

8.0
Design
Build Quality

These buds have a great build quality. They're rated IP68 for extensive protection against dust and water damage, and their case is rated IP54 for protection against dust and water splashes. The buds are mostly constructed from a soft liquid silicone called 'ShakeGrip,' which is also used inside the case. The case exterior is made of a tougher plastic. The ear tips are made of soft, pliable silicone and come in sets of three. While they're fairly resilient to damage, excessive force is required to remove them from the buds, which can result in tearing over time if you switch tips frequently.

8.0
Design
Stability

Despite lacking the stabilizers of fins, these buds offer a very stable fit once you find the right pair of ear tips. Assisted by their 'ShakeGrip' rubberized coating and ergonomic fit, they can stay in place regardless of how much sweat you work up during your workouts.

Design
Headshots 1
Design
Headshots 2
Design
Top
Design
In The Box

  • Jabra Elite 8 Active Gen 2 headphones
  • 3x ear tips
  • Charging case
  • USB-A to USB-C charging cable + 3.5mm adaptor (80cm/31.5")
  • Quick Start Guide
  • Warranty/safety information

Sound
Sound
Sound Profile
Bass Amount
-0.73 dB
Treble Amount
-0.05 dB

The Jabra Elite 8 Active Gen 2 True Wireless have a balanced sound profile that doesn't disproportionately emphasize any particular frequency bands. The bass range is flat, so kicks and basslines come through with a tangible yet not overwhelming amount of boom and slam. The mid-range is virtually flat, resulting in vocals and lead instruments that sound clear and detailed. The same can be said of the treble range, except for a peaky mid-treble range that injects sibilants with some harshness. Fortunately, there are a few EQ presets to choose from if you feel like mixing up the sound. We also observed that switching between ANC modes induced almost no changes in the sound profile, though using the mic to take a phone call would bring about a more noticeable drop-off in audio quality.

8.8
Sound
Frequency Response Consistency
Avg. Std. Deviation
0.25 dB

These buds have excellent frequency response consistency. You'll be rewarded with consistent audio delivery between listening sessions once you achieve a good fit with the right pair of ear tips.

Sound
Raw Frequency Response
9.1
Sound
Bass Accuracy
Std. Err.
1.3 dB
Low-Frequency Extension
19.15 Hz
Low-Bass
-0.97 dB
Mid-Bass
0.39 dB
High-Bass
-1.01 dB

The bass accuracy is remarkable. The response is flush with our target curve across the entire range, with only a slight dip at the bottom of the low-bass and the top of the high-bass range. In practice, this means low-end elements, like kicks and basslines, sound clean and full without being overbearing. It's well-suited to the detuned bass and guitars in songs like Deftones' Change (In the House of Flies), but the relatively tame low bass won't bring out the best in an 808-filled Metro Boomin production, for example.

9.2
Sound
Mid Accuracy
Std. Err.
1.09 dB
Low-Mid
-0.09 dB
Mid-Mid
-1.21 dB
High-Mid
-0.2 dB

The mid accuracy is outstanding. The response is very balanced across the entire range, resulting in crystalline vocal reproduction. There's a very slight dip in the middle of the range that can help thin out rhythmic mid-range instruments, like strummed guitars, to help vocals shine a little more.

8.4
Sound
Treble Accuracy
Std. Err.
2.41 dB
Low-Treble
1.12 dB
Mid-Treble
0.89 dB
High-Treble
-5.8 dB

The treble range is impressive. It matches our target curve across the lower half of the range, so the upper harmonics of vocals sound smooth and natural. However, the response hits a peak in the mid-treble that can cause sibilants, like open hi-hat accents, to veer towards sounding harsh and metallic.

8.0
Sound
Peaks/Dips
Peaks
1.45 dB
Dips
0.72 dB

The Jabra Elite 8 Active Gen 2 True Wireless have great peaks and dips performance, meaning they generally control their own sound profile well. There's a slight peak in the low bass that helps add some boom to sub-bass instruments, followed by a dip between the high-bass and low mid that thins out the fundamental frequencies of bass guitars. There's a peak in the low-mid, mostly in the left driver, that adds substance to snare drums, followed by a dip in the middle of the range that hurts the clarity of lead instruments. Some smaller peaks across the low-treble range add detail to the upper harmonics of vocals, and then a much larger peak in the mid-treble causes sibilants, like S and T sounds, to sound harsh and piercing.

8.9
Sound
Imaging
Weighted Group Delay
0.24
Weighted Phase Mismatch
2.52
Weighted Amplitude Mismatch
0.73
Weighted Frequency Mismatch
1.17

The imaging performance is amazing, as we've come to expect from Jabra, given their reputation for ergonomics and quality control and the imaging performance of the other products we've tested. Group delay falls below the audibility threshold across the entire range, resulting in tight bass and transparent treble. The L/R drivers are also well-matched in terms of phase, amplitude, and frequency. While there are some small mismatches in the phase in the low-bass and mid-mid, they're not audible in real-life content, and the stereo image is even, with audio objects placed well within it. However, imaging varies between units, and these results are valid only for our unit.

0.4
Sound
Passive Soundstage
PRTF Accuracy (Std. Dev.)
N/A
PRTF Size (Avg.)
N/A
PRTF Distance
N/A
Openness
0.7
Acoustic Space Excitation
0.9

Like most in-ear buds, the passive soundstage is terrible. Their design doesn't allow for much interaction with your outer ear, which is what creates the impression of space. As a result, audio sounds like it's coming from inside your head rather than from speakers placed around you.

2.0
Sound
Virtual Soundstage
Head Modeling
No
Speaker Modeling
On/Off
Room Ambience
No
Head Tracking
No
Virtual Surround
Dolby Audio

The Jabra Elite 8 Active Gen 2 True Wireless come equipped with Dolby Spatial Audio, which can help create a more immersive, open sound. You can enable this via the companion app. Unlike the Jabra Elite 10 True Wireless, they don't feature any head-tracking capabilities.

8.0
Sound
Weighted Harmonic Distortion
WHD @ 90
0.213
WHD @ 100
0.108

The weighted harmonic distortion performance is great. All frequencies fall within good limits, making the resulting audio clear and pure.

Sound
Test Settings
Firmware
1.0.8(1033)
Power
On
Connection
Bluetooth 5.3
Codec
SBC, 16-bit, 48kHz
EQ
Neutral
ANC
On
Tip/Pad
Silicone (small)
Microphone
Integrated

These are the settings used to test the Jabra Elite 8 Active Gen 2 True Wireless. We used the small silicone tips for all sound testing and the medium tips for isolation testing. Our results are only valid when using these settings.

Isolation
9.3
Isolation
Noise Isolation - Full Range
Noise Cancelling Yes
Overall Attenuation
-25.39 dB
Bass
-18.87 dB
Mid
-26.32 dB
Treble
-32.40 dB

The Jabra Elite 8 Active Gen 2 True Wireless have a remarkable full-range noise isolation performance. Their ANC can effectively attenuate against external across the entire frequency range, blocking out both low rumbles and high-pitched squeals alike. These buds performed even better than the top-of-the-line Jabra Elite 10 Gen 2 Wireless, which could be attributed to their improved passive isolation seal on our B&K 5128 testing head. You can see the difference between the two tips here.

9.3
Isolation
Noise Isolation - Common Scenarios
Airplane Noise Attenuation
-22.08 dB
Airplane Noise Isolation Audio
Office Noise Attenuation
-20.40 dB
Office Noise Isolation Audio
Street Noise Attenuation
-24.95 dB
Street Noise Isolation Audio

The Jabra Elite 8 Active Gen 2 True Wireless do a superb job of blocking out noise from common scenarios. They're very effective at cutting out the low rumble of plane engines, as well as the scraping of chairs and clicking pens in an office environment. However, they really excel when it comes to blocking out blaring car horns and curb-side chatter.

Isolation
Noise Isolation - Voice Handling
Female Voice 1
Male Voice 1
Female Voice 2
Male Voice 2
Isolation
ANC Wind Handling
ANC Wind Noise

The Jabra Elite 8 Active Gen 2 True Wireless have a wind noise reduction feature you can enable via the app. This can help reduce some of the irritating noise created when the ANC tries to cut out wind noise frequencies. However, using this feature can alter the efficacy of the ANC across the entire frequency range as you can see here.

9.2
Isolation
Leakage
Leakage Audio
Overall Leakage @ 1ft
25.65 dB

The Jabra Elite 8 Active Gen 2 True Wireless leak very little audio. Regardless of the volume, you won't bother anyone positioned near you.

Microphone
Microphone
Microphone Style
Integrated
Yes
In-Line
No
Boom
No
Detachable Boom
No
Mic Yes
6.7
Microphone
Recording Quality
Recorded Speech
LFE
126.99 Hz
FR Std. Dev.
4.86 dB
HFE
7,346.09 Hz
Weighted THD
1.887
Gain
-17.28 dB

The mic's recording quality is okay. It's very similar to the previous generation, as your voice sounds relatively full-bodied, but the roll-off in the treble range still means it doesn't sound totally natural.

8.0
Microphone
Noise Handling
SpNR
12.54 dB
Noise Gate
Always On
Speech + Pink Noise Handling
8.0
Speech + Pink Noise Audio Sample
Speech + Subway Noise Handling
8.0
Speech + Subway Noise Audio Sample

The mic has an impressive noise-handling performance. It takes a few seconds for the mic's noise gate to kick in in moderately noisy environments, like a crowded street. However, during this initial adjustment period, the mic effectively separates your voice from the background, maintaining clarity. It performs similarly well in noisier environments like a subway station, where your voice remains audible in the face of all but the loudest noises.

Active Features
7.6
Active Features
Battery
Battery Type
Rechargable
Continuous Battery Life
7.9 hrs
Additional Charges
3.0
Total Battery Life
31.6 hrs
Charge Time
1 hrs
Power-Saving Feature
Auto-Off Timer and Standby Mode
Audio While Charging
Yes
Passive Playback
No
Charging Port USB-C

The Jabra Elite 8 Active Gen 2 True Wireless have a good battery life performance. They offer a comparable battery life performance to the last generation, with just shy of eight hours off a single charge. The case holds an extra three charges. There's even a fast charge feature advertised that grants you up to one hour of charge off five minutes of charging. The auto-off timer and standby mode can also help you stretch the battery life to its limits.

8.0
Active Features
App Support
App Name Jabra Sound+
iOS Yes
Android Yes
macOS No
Windows No
Equalizer
Graphic + Presets
ANC Control
On/Off
Mic Control No
Room Effects
No
Playback Control
No
Button Mapping Yes
Surround Support
Yes

The Jabra Sound+ app is great. It lets you adjust the sound using the 5-band graphic EQ and presets and toggle through ANC and 'Hear-Through' modes, the latter of which uses the mics to feed some external noise into your audio. You can also access the Dolby Spatial Sound settings, remap the controls, or even playback soothing ambient audio soundscapes to lull you to sleep. You can look at how the app works here.

Connectivity
2.7
Connectivity
Wired Connection
Analog Audio
Yes
USB Audio
USB-C
Detachable
Yes
Length
2.62 ft (0.80 m)
Connector
USB-C
Latency - Analog
99.9 ms
Latency - USB
98.1 ms
Recorded Latency
Recorded Latency Connection USB

The earbuds come with a 'smart case' that doubles as a wireless transmitter, in case you want to plug wired devices directly into it. You can plug USB-C devices directly into the case or use the included 1/8" (3.5mm) TRS to USB-C adapter. Once you've connected your device, you can press the button on the case and wait till the light turns white to confirm you've paired the buds. This system is great for those who want to use their buds with devices like older AV equipment or in-flight entertainment interfaces. There's a fair bit of latency with both USB-C and analog input types, though, which makes them impractical for gaming.

That said, we had some connection issues when using the provided USB-C to 1/8" (3.5mm) adapter, which meant we often had to connect, re-connect, and generally play with the connection to get audio to play from both buds. We suspect this is an issue with the adapter rather than the case itself, as we also encountered the same problem with the Jabra Elite 10 Gen 2 True Wireless.

8.3
Connectivity
Bluetooth Connection
Bluetooth Version
5.3
Multi-Device Pairing
2 Devices
Quick Pair (Android)
Yes
Quick Pair (iOS)
No
Line Of Sight Range
334.65 ft (102.00 m)
Latency - SBC
274 ms
Latency - aptX
N/A
Latency - aptX Adaptive (High Quality)
N/A
Latency - aptX Adaptive (Low Latency)
N/A
Latency - LDAC
N/A
Recorded Latency
Recorded Latency Codec SBC
AAC Support
Yes

They have great Bluetooth connectivity, aided by the extremely functional 'smart case' that serves as the focal point for connections. You can use the case as a Bluetooth transmitter by plugging in devices, like older TVs or PCs, directly into the case via the included USB-C cable or USB-C to analog adapter. The case then transmits audio to the buds using Bluetooth LE Audio. We found during testing that we could get more consistent audio using a USB-C connection, though, as the USB-C to analog adapter could be finicky. You can connect up to two devices simultaneously to the buds directly using Bluetooth, using either AAC or SBC codecs. However, latency via the SBC codec is high enough that you'll notice sync issues between your audio and video if you're watching a movie. That said, different apps and devices compensate for latency differently, so your experience may vary.

0
Connectivity
Wireless Connection (Dongle)
Line Of Sight Range
N/A
Latency - Dongle
N/A
Recorded Latency
N/A
Connectivity
PC Compatibility
Analog
Audio Only
Wired USB
Audio Only
Non-BT Wireless
No

These buds have audio and mic compatibility with PCs via a standard Bluetooth connection. That said, if you need to use a wired connection type, you can always plug your PC into the 'smart case' with a USB-C or analog cable, though we'd recommend USB-C for a more stable connection. This connection method only gives you audio support, so you'll need a standalone mic if you want to communicate with others.

Connectivity
PlayStation Compatibility
PS4 Analog
Audio Only
PS4 Wired USB
Audio Only
PS4 Non-BT Wireless
No
PS5 Analog
Audio Only
PS5 Wired USB
Audio Only
PS5 Non-BT Wireless
No

You can connect your PlayStation console with the 'smart case' via a USB-C or analog cable, though we recommend USB-C for a more stable connection. This connection method only gives you audio support, so you'll need a standalone mic to communicate with your teammates. If you plug directly into your controller, you'll have to contend with the adapter hanging off the edge of your controller.

Connectivity
Xbox Compatibility
Xbox One Analog
Audio Only
Xbox One Wired USB
No
Xbox One Non-BT Wireless
No
Xbox Series X|S Analog
Audio Only
Xbox Series X|S Wired USB
No
Xbox Series X|S Non-BT Wireless
No

You can connect your Xbox console with the 'smart case' via a USB-C or analog cable, though we recommend USB-C for a more stable connection. This connection type only lets you receive audio, so you'll need a standalone mic to communicate with your teammates. If you plug directly into your controller, you'll have to contend with the adapter hanging precariously off the edge of your controller.

5.2
Connectivity
Base/Dock
Type
Charging Case
USB Input
Yes
Line In
No
Line Out
No
Optical Input
No
RCA Input
No
Dock Charging
Yes
Power Supply
USB-C

The 'smart case' is multi-function. It charges your earbuds and functions as a transmitter for devices you can connect via the USB-C port. It can also charge wirelessly.