The accompanying app’s audio and control customization capabilities are particularly appealing to us; these features are absent from the even more cheap Jabra Elite 3 ($79). Thus, the Elite 5 becomes a little more cost-effective substitute for the Elite 7 Active and Elite 7 Pro ($199.99), however we still strongly advise the latter pair due to its improved ANC and higher longevity. One of Jabra’s top in-ears for everyday use is the Elite 5 True Wireless. The Jabra Elite 4 Active True Wireless and other ANC headphones from Jabra’s Elite series perform better than its hybrid active noise cancelling (ANC) solution. They nevertheless have a decent mic quality, making them a good option for calls even without the Multisensor Speech feature found on the Jabra Elite 7 Pro True Wireless, which helps reduce wind noise on a conversation by picking up your voice via bone conduction along your jaw. The headphones may be wirelessly charged while being simultaneously paired with two devices. The hissing sound in one or both earbuds has, however, been noted by several users.
Jabra Elite 5 review: Design
The Elite 5 looks much like Jabra’s latest model of single-digit-number earbuds. The exterior has a basic, small, exquisite design with rounded triangles that serve as physical buttons, while the interior is very sculpted and ergonomically shaped. The body of the bud is made of smooth plastic and has a light grip texture. While not made specifically for exercise, it is clear that Jabra has made an effort to ensure a secure fit. The test units come in gold and beige, but more conventional titanium and black are also available for purchase; the Elite 5 has Jabra’s IP55 waterproof and dustproof rating, which is more than enough for a workout, but not enough to let your guard down and get wet. And unlike the Elite 7 Active, 7 Pro, and 4 Active, submersion should be avoided. The charging case uses the wide, flip-top lid design that Jabra has been utilizing for years, and it also allows wireless charging. A set of very gratifying and reliable magnets allow the earbuds to be easily and securely slid in and out of the charging port, and Jabra’s traditional curved design is back, with the only difference between the Elite 5 and the less expensive Elite 3 being the addition of a few microphone grilles. We like the gold-beige color scheme because it’s less plain and less ostentatious than the titanium-black option, and Jabra’s branding isn’t as noticeable, either. Each bud is constructed of hard plastic, as opposed to the soft-touch materials used in the company’s more expensive products. As a result, they are not as secure to the ear, but the silicone ear tips hold them in place almost without the need for continual adjustment. The box contains a number of tips of various sizes.
Comfort
The Jabra Elite 5 has a very comfortable fit. They fit against the ear cup and ear canal almost precisely. There’s no need to pause playback before taking out an earbud. One in-ear immediately goes into standby mode. The other headphone can continue to operate in single mode if the removed one is placed in the charging case. Additionally, these in-ears are easy to control, and the response time between pressing a button and seeing the desired result is quick enough. also you will learn our article on Jabra Elite 5 review. The Jabra Elite 5 maintain the level of comfort that Jabra has always valued highly while creating these earbuds. They simply fit really well after you put them in your ears. Even during the toughest exercises at the gym, your earbuds stay in place. Although Jabra continues to employ a physical button (with the exception of the Jabra Elite 75t), we did not feel as though we were pressing the buds further into our ears, which could have had an impact on comfort. When reviewing buds, our preference is often touch controls. The control buds are simple to operate and have a distinct click that you can feel to let you know you’ve pressed them correctly.
Jabra Elite 5 review: Connectivity
Microsoft Swift Pair, Google Fast Pair, and Made for iPhone certification have all streamlined connectivity. If you listen to music on both your Windows PC and your smartphone, the former is useful. Switching between devices is simple using Bluetooth multipoint, and sound doesn’t lose quality until you’re a long way from the associated device. The buds themselves never lost contact with one another, not even in regions with a lot of traffic.
Noise cancelling
The Elite 5’s ANC performance is not particularly good, similar to that of the similarly spec’d Jabra Connect 5T, and it won’t interfere with any of the choices in our roundup of the best noise-cancelling earbuds. Quality noise-cancelling headphones may drown out noises, but these headphones had trouble doing so in a busy office setting or when we were on the train in the morning. Both the Personalized ANC to customize noise neutralization to our individual ears and the customizable 4-level ANC mode set to maximum both failed to properly suppress background noise. We were standing on chilly train station platforms, so wind resistance wasn’t great either. On the other side, HearThrough excels at raising people’s awareness of the environment. There are four adjustment levels. Setting it to max widens the microphones and allows for distant sound to be captured.
Audio performance
Both the Elite 5 and the Elite 4 Active provide acceptable, but not exceptional, sound quality. Both have advantages and disadvantages, but neither is a true standout when compared to the other or to the market as a whole. The 4 Active have a generally good sense of balance and provide a pleasant listening experience, but they don’t have the depth and clarity of some of their rivals. However, the low-end has some punch, which won’t wow audiophiles but will be perfect for workout headphones. The Jabra Elite 5’s 6mm speakers, which have a 20Hz–20000Hz bandwidth, produce a delightfully well-rounded sound. Nothing we tried to play over the headphones didn’t sound nice. The mid-range has lots of depth, and the bass is decent—not quite as loud as on Soundcore or Skullcandy cans, but still full-bodied enough. The Treble also doesn’t sound weak. While testing the headphones, we attempted a variety of genres, including the Assassin’s Creed 4 soundtrack, Fatboy Slim albums, the Disney Halloween playlist (don’t even), and vintage blues songs; the Jabra Elite 5 continued to deliver excellent performance throughout the sound stage. You may further alter the sound using the EQ settings in the Sound+ app; we thought the Energize option was the best of the bunch.
Jabra Elite 5 review: Call performance
The Jabra Elite 5 headphones’ call clarity stunned us; the six internal microphone system clearly works. The Jabra Elite 5 produces calls with call quality that is startlingly clear despite the fact that the external microphones are always functioning. Even though it must have been frustrating, we kept asking the people on the other end of the line, “Do I sound okay?” We couldn’t help but assume that our voice would sound awful; something has to give, right? It turns out that it doesn’t, though. You can have your cake and eat it too if your “cake” is good call quality and your “eat it” is superb music playback performance. The speaker bandwidth in speak mode, to put a number on it, is 100Hz – 8000Hz; clearly, it doesn’t need to be as wide when it’s only speech coming through the mics.
Battery and charging
With ANC turned on, the Jabra Elite 5 lets you listen to music for seven hours. This is also possible for an additional two hours without ANC. After that, the charging case is prepared for up to three cycles of charging. As a result, these in-ears can be used continuously for up to 38 hours without ANC and up to 28 hours with it for a total of 28 hours. Each earphone has a tiny LED on the back that shows the battery’s state of charge as well as the pairing and pairing status. you can read our article on Jabra Elite 5 review. Ten minutes of charging time is sufficient for one hour of listening to music on these devices because of their quick-charge feature. After three hours, the battery is fully charged. Whether the charging case is prepared to charge the in-ears is indicated by an LED on the front. If not, a USB cable can be used to charge the case and headphones. Although it is attractive and has a matching colour, the accompanying charging cable is only a little over 20 centimetres long. The Elite 5 don’t lose power after a brief period of use if they aren’t used for a while; instead, they wait up to 275 days before being roused.
Price and Availability
Conclusion
The Jabra Elite 5 True Wireless are practical for both travel and commuting. They feature an eight-hour continuous battery life and are cozy and portable. While they have an ANC system and can passively filter out some noise, they still struggle to muffle the deep rumbles of bus and aero plane engines. They still have the ability to reduce mid-range noises like background chatter. With the Elite 5, Jabra has done a good job of bringing several high-end capabilities to a more reasonable pricing range. If you can’t afford a flagship device, this is one of the best mid-range solutions available thanks to its superb sound quality, battery life, and style. However, it’s quite unlikely that they will include features like wireless charging, Spotify Tap, and wear recognition like you get here. You can, of course, pay less on earbuds that still have ANC.
