Another day, another pair of wireless earphones vying for a spot in your everyday carry arsenal. The Jabra Elite 5 is the latest in the Danish company's extensive line of true wireless earbuds.
I put them through their paces for a few weeks and discovered the following.
Solid building, solid planning.
The Elite 5 earphones, like all Jabra products, are well-presented and well-built - just like any other viable market alternative. Although the case and buds are mostly matte plastic (I received the Titanium Black version), nothing feels cheap to the touch, with the case hinges feeling firm and snappy and the earphones feeling substantial but not too heavy.
The case includes standard USB-C charging, and Jabra claims that the Elite 5s has a lithium-ion battery that provides up to 36 hours of playtime with active noise canceling (ANC) turned off, or 28 hours with ANC turned on, when the stored charge in the case is taken into account. The earbuds can last between seven and nine hours on a single charge, depending on whether or not ANC is used.
You won't get much in the way of outstanding looks with these buds, but having wearable electronics that you can outfit yourself with for any occasion and that can provide you with great longevity whenever you need them for extended periods of time without access to charging is always a good idea.
In terms of fit and comfort, the gel tips on the buds fit extremely snugly within your ears. Depending on how you intend to wear your earphones, this may be a minor inconvenience for extended periods of listening, or it may be a significant benefit if you intend to use them while moving around a little, such as at the gym or on walks to work.
Because these earbuds had true tactile buttons on the sides of each bud, I got proper physical clicks when I toggled them to play, pause, or skip music, as well as switch between the primary noise canceling settings while in use.
With so many wireless earbuds relying on problematic touch-sensitive controls to handle functions (such as accidentally skipping a song when I just wanted to click pause), I appreciated the fact that I could press the buttons and always get a satisfying and palpable response. Furthermore, pressing these buttons caused no discomfort, which contributes to the ergonomics of the Elite 5.
Utilizing electronic devices.
Bluetooth 5.2 Multipoint connectivity allows for device connection, and pairing was a breeze using the Jabra Sound+ app on a smartphone. The Elite 5s supports Google's Fast Pair feature for Android users.
If you want to fully customize the earbuds, you'll also need the Jabra Sound+ app, which includes options like button customization, equalization, and even pre-loaded soundscapes.
Although the app's modifying options were limited, there was little to complain about in terms of functionality, as the app efficiently modified every feature on the linked iPhone 14 Pro.
It lacks bass but makes up for it with presence.
The overall sound performance of the Elite 5 is more neutral in terms of frequency response. Although it is not a bass-heavy pair of headphones, it does not preclude you from listening to louder music. Although more low-end-heavy EDM and rock music had plenty of body and depth, you won't get the most dynamic sound or separation when compared to competing models.
This suggests that the Jabra Elite 5s will appeal to those who prefer a more balanced overall sound signature, while the level of detail found at the higher end of the frequency curve will likely please those who prefer a more analytical listening experience.
The app's equalization options and presets, on the other hand, should give you enough leeway to customize the earbuds to create audio that is more tailored to your tastes.
If I had to pick one flaw, it would be that the overall sound levels could be louder. However, because I listen to music at a higher volume than the average listener, this shouldn't be an issue for most users.
Noise cancellation is adequate.
Although the Elite 5's active noise cancellation feature was mostly effective, I noticed that incidental loud noises — such as a vehicle honking or a heavy object dropping nearby — could still be heard while listening to some tunes at full volume.
However, for blocking background noises, such as droning on a flight, the buds perform well enough to be worth considering if you're looking for a pair to take on commutes or for blocking out outside noise in an office or study environment.
Finally, I discovered that these earphones worked well during phone calls, with the onboard microphone clearly allowing the other person on the line to hear my voice. Furthermore, the ability to change call volumes and enable an auto-answer feature makes this an excellent choice for people looking for earbuds that can be used for both productivity and listening to music or watching videos.
The decision has already been made.
Overall, I'd recommend the Jabra Elite 5s for a variety of reasons, including exceptional build quality, solid physical ergonomics, acceptable customization options, great call performance, and well-rounded sound to round out a set of features that will suit the majority of everyday situations.
While there are certainly other options to consider if you want exceptional audio performance or class-leading noise cancellation, I'd say that these earbuds, which cost RM699 in Malaysia (S$164.80 in Singapore or US$149 in the US), are well worth considering for those looking for a pair for productivity with a well-rounded sound signature.
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