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Jabra Elite 10 Gen 2 vs Jabra Elite 8 Active Gen 2
Product A: Jabra
75 of 166 known
Change Jabra Elite 10 Gen 2
Product B: Jabra
73 of 166 known
Change Jabra Elite 8 Active Gen 2
37 of 157 fields differ
- 29 different values
- 8 known for one only
- 38 the same
- 82 missing for both
Biggest differences
Each bar uses the scale of all 138 earbuds.
- Battery lifeA: 8hB: 14hElite 8 Active Gen 2 is 6 h higher.
- With caseA: 36hB: 56hElite 8 Active Gen 2 is 20 h higher.
- Playback per charge with ANC (claimed)A: 6hB: 8hElite 8 Active Gen 2 is 2 h higher.
- Total with case and ANC (claimed)A: 27hB: 32hElite 8 Active Gen 2 is 5 h higher.
Size, drawn to scale
Front and side.
- AElite 10 Gen 2: 19.6 × 18.8 mm
- BElite 8 Active Gen 2: 19.7 × 19.7 mm
Weight
0 to 80 g
Weight per bud
A5.5g
B5g
Case weight
A46.6g
B47.5g
All 166 fields
Every value links to where we found it.


General
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Series
Model numbers
OTE180R, OTE180L, CPB185, 100-99282700-98, 100-99282701-98, 100-99282702-98, 100-99282703-98, 100-99282704-981Maker spec sheet (PDF)jabra.com/_/media/Jabra_VXi_Product-Documentation/Jabra-Elite-10-Gen2/Technical-specifications/RevA/EN-Jabra-Elite-10-G2-Tech-Specs-A4-WEB-240524.pdfRead 13 October 2026SKU table lists the five colours as 100-99282700-98 to 100-99282704-98. OTE180R, OTE180L and CPB185 come from the user manual.2Owner's manualcdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_120564253_1720035633_2338_470715.pdfRead 13 October 2026Front page lists MODEL OTE180R, OTE180L and CPB185.
100-99161700-98, 100-99161701-98, 100-99161702-98, 100-99161703-981Maker spec sheet (PDF)jabra.com/_/media/Jabra_VXi_Product-Documentation/Jabra-Elite-8-Active-Gen2/Technical-specifications/RevA/EN-Jabra-Elite-8-Active-G2-Tech-Specs-A4-WEB-240524.pdfRead 13 October 2026SKU table lists the four colours as 100-99161700-98 to 100-99161703-98.
GTIN / EAN
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Announced
Status
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Predecessor
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Successor
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Launch price (US)
Launch price (EU)
Markets
Colours
Titanium Black, Gloss Black, Cocoa, Soft White, Denim1Maker spec sheet (PDF)jabra.com/_/media/Jabra_VXi_Product-Documentation/Jabra-Elite-10-Gen2/Technical-specifications/RevA/EN-Jabra-Elite-10-G2-Tech-Specs-A4-WEB-240524.pdfRead 13 October 2026
Segment
Design
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Form factor
Bud shape
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Use one bud alone
Either bud1Maker spec sheet (PDF)jabra.com/_/media/Jabra_VXi_Product-Documentation/Jabra-Elite-10-Gen2/Technical-specifications/RevA/EN-Jabra-Elite-10-G2-Tech-Specs-A4-WEB-240524.pdfRead 13 October 20262Owner's manualcdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_120564253_1720035633_2338_470715.pdfRead 13 October 2026Section 7.9. The right or left earbud can be used individually.
RGB lighting
Not available
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Drivers and sound
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Drivers per bud
AJabra Elite 10 Gen 2
| Type | Diameter (mm) | Count per earbud |
|---|---|---|
| Dynamic | 10 | 1 |
BJabra Elite 8 Active Gen 2
| Diameter (mm) | Count per earbud |
|---|---|
| 6 | 1 |
Driver type
Dynamic1Maker spec sheet (PDF)jabra.com/_/media/Jabra_VXi_Product-Documentation/Jabra-Elite-10-Gen2/Technical-specifications/RevA/EN-Jabra-Elite-10-G2-Tech-Specs-A4-WEB-240524.pdfRead 13 October 20264Spec databasesoundguys.com/product/jabra-elite-10-gen-2Read 13 October 2026Driver count 1, driver type dynamic, 10 mm.
Not available
Driver size
10mm
6mm
Drivers per bud
1
1
Diaphragm material
Not available
Not available
Frequency response
Impedance
Not available
Not available
Sensitivity
Not available
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Sensitivity reference
Not available
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Max sample rate
Not available
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Max bit depth
Not available
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Adaptive EQ
Not available
Not available
Personalised sound
Not available
Not available
Onboard EQ
Not available
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Custom EQ bands
Not available
EQ presets
Not available
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Volume limit
Not available
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Spatial audio
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Spatial audio
Spatial Sound with Dolby Atmos, Stereo Spatializer1Maker spec sheet (PDF)jabra.com/_/media/Jabra_VXi_Product-Documentation/Jabra-Elite-10-Gen2/Technical-specifications/RevA/EN-Jabra-Elite-10-G2-Tech-Specs-A4-WEB-240524.pdfRead 13 October 2026Dolby Atmos with Dolby Head Tracking. Stereo Spatializer is named in the user manual.
Spatial Sound with Dolby Audio, Stereo Spatializer1Maker spec sheet (PDF)jabra.com/_/media/Jabra_VXi_Product-Documentation/Jabra-Elite-8-Active-Gen2/Technical-specifications/RevA/EN-Jabra-Elite-8-Active-G2-Tech-Specs-A4-WEB-240524.pdfRead 13 October 2026Spatial sound is listed as Yes, Dolby Audio. The Stereo Spatializer name comes from the SoundGuys review.2Measurementsoundguys.com/jabra-elite-8-active-gen-2-review-118807Read 13 October 2026
Head tracking
No2Measurementsoundguys.com/jabra-elite-8-active-gen-2-review-118807Read 13 October 2026The review lists Dolby Spatial Sound and a Stereo Spatializer mode without head tracking. Android Central states there is no head tracking.3Reviewandroidcentral.com/accessories/audio/jabra-elite-8-active-gen-2-reviewRead 13 October 2026Spatial sound is Dolby Audio rather than Atmos, so there is no head tracking.
Noise cancelling
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Active noise cancelling
ANC type
Not available
ANC microphones in both earbuds
Not available
Not available
Adaptive ANC
ANC levels
Not available
Not available
ANC attenuation (claimed)
Not available
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Transparency mode
Adjustable transparency
Automatic ANC and transparency blend
Not available
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Conversation detection
Not available
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Measured
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Frequency response notes (measured)
Dip between 100 and 200 Hz and a peak near 7.2 kHz against the SoundGuys preference curve.3Measurementsoundguys.com/jabra-elite-10-gen-2-review-117650Read 13 October 2026Compared with the SoundGuys preference curve. Firmware 1.1.4 and Jabra Sound+ app 5.19.1.0.
Compared with the SoundGuys preference curve, the response under-emphasizes 200 to 500 Hz and everything above 8 kHz. Sub-bass below 100 Hz is over-emphasized.2Measurementsoundguys.com/jabra-elite-8-active-gen-2-review-118807Read 13 October 2026
Bass amount (measured)
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Treble amount (measured)
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Deviation from target (measured)
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Consistency between fittings (measured)
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Harmonic distortion (measured)
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Sound leakage (measured)
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Noise isolation (measured)
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Noise isolation, best (measured)
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Passive isolation (measured)
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Call quality notes (measured)
Six-microphone array. The reviewer rates wind and background noise rejection as excellent. Test recordings cover ideal, office, street, windy and reverberant conditions.3Measurementsoundguys.com/jabra-elite-10-gen-2-review-117650Read 13 October 2026Lab demo recordings in ideal, office, street, windy and reverberant conditions.
Six-microphone array. The noise rejection blocks most of the simulated office, street and wind noise, and every word stays understood.2Measurementsoundguys.com/jabra-elite-8-active-gen-2-review-118807Read 13 October 2026Demo recordings in ideal, office, street, windy and reverberant conditions. Firmware 1.0.8 and app 5.19.1.
Mic low-frequency extension (measured)
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Mic high-frequency extension (measured)
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Mic speech-to-noise ratio (measured)
Not available
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Latency (measured)
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Bluetooth latency, worst (measured)
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2.4 GHz latency, worst (measured)
Not available
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Latency in game mode (measured)
Not available
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Battery life (measured)
AJabra Elite 10 Gen 2
| Hours (h) |
|---|
| 5.45 |
Longest tested use per charge
5.45h
9.05h
Battery life with case (measured)
Not available
Not available
Full charge time (measured)
Not available
Not available
Weight per bud (measured)
Not available
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Microphones and calls
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Voice microphones in both earbuds
All microphones in both earbuds
Not available
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Bone conduction voice sensor
Not available
Not available
Mic noise reduction
Not available
Not available
Call audio bandwidth
Not available
Not available
Mic mute control
Sidetone
Connectivity
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Chip
Not available
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Connections
Bluetooth
Bluetooth codecs
Bluetooth profiles
A2DP v1.3.2, AVRCP v1.6.2, HFP v1.8, HSP v1.2, PBP 1.0, TMAP 1.01Maker spec sheet (PDF)jabra.com/_/media/Jabra_VXi_Product-Documentation/Jabra-Elite-10-Gen2/Technical-specifications/RevA/EN-Jabra-Elite-10-G2-Tech-Specs-A4-WEB-240524.pdfRead 13 October 2026A2DP, AVRCP, HFP and HSP are the earbud profiles. PBP 1.0 and TMAP 1.0 are listed under the Smart case.
A2DP v1.3.2, AVRCP v1.6.2, HFP v1.8, HSP v1.2, PBP 1.0, TMAP 1.01Maker spec sheet (PDF)jabra.com/_/media/Jabra_VXi_Product-Documentation/Jabra-Elite-8-Active-Gen2/Technical-specifications/RevA/EN-Jabra-Elite-8-Active-G2-Tech-Specs-A4-WEB-240524.pdfRead 13 October 2026A2DP, AVRCP, HFP and HSP are the earbud profiles. PBP 1.0 and TMAP 1.0 are listed under the Smart case.
LE Audio
Auracast
Not available
Not available
Multipoint
Multipoint devices
24Spec databasesoundguys.com/product/jabra-elite-10-gen-2Read 13 October 2026Multipoint devices: 2 devices.7Reviewandroidcentral.com/accessories/audio/jabra-elite-10-gen-2-reviewRead 13 October 2026Multipoint lets you pair with two devices simultaneously.
22Measurementsoundguys.com/jabra-elite-8-active-gen-2-review-118807Read 13 October 2026Bluetooth Multipoint keeps the earbuds paired to a phone and a laptop at the same time.3Reviewandroidcentral.com/accessories/audio/jabra-elite-8-active-gen-2-reviewRead 13 October 2026Multipoint pairs with two devices simultaneously.
Multipoint with LDAC
Not available
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Paired devices remembered
Automatic switching between own devices
Not available
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Fast pairing
Audio sharing
Not available
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Wireless range (claimed)
Wireless receiver
Not available
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Receiver connector
Not available
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Simultaneous 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth audio
Not available
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Latency
None of 3 known
Low latency mode
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Claimed latency
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Lowest claimed latency
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Compatibility
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Platforms
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Connection per platform
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Features that need a specific device
AJabra Elite 10 Gen 2
| Feature | Needs |
|---|---|
| Google Fast Pair | Android 6.0 or higher |
| Swift Pair | Windows 10 or later. It may not be enabled by default. |
| Google Assistant | Android only |
| Audio streaming using the Smart case | Plug the Smart case into a USB-C or 3.5 mm audio output port with the supplied cable. The source must support audio output on that port. |
| Spatial Sound and Head Tracking | Off by default. Turn them on in the Jabra Sound+ app. |
BJabra Elite 8 Active Gen 2
| Feature | Needs |
|---|---|
| Google Fast Pair | Android devices only. |
| Google Assistant | Android only. |
| Audio streaming using the Smart case | Plug the Smart case into a 3.5 mm or USB-C audio output with the supplied cable. The case sends audio to the earbuds over LE Audio with the LC3 codec. |
| Spatial Sound | Turn it on in the Jabra Sound+ app. |
Official licence
Not available
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Battery and charging
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Battery per bud
Not available
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User-replaceable earbud battery
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Claimed battery life
AJabra Elite 10 Gen 2
| Mode | Includes case recharges | Hours (h) |
|---|---|---|
| ANC off | No | 8 |
| ANC on | No | 6 |
| ANC off | Yes | 36 |
| ANC on | Yes | 27 |
BJabra Elite 8 Active Gen 2
| Mode | Includes case recharges | Hours (h) |
|---|---|---|
| ANC off | No | 14 |
| ANC on | No | 8 |
| ANC off | Yes | 56 |
| ANC on | Yes | 32 |
Longest claimed use per charge
8h
14h
Playback per charge with ANC (claimed)
6h
8h
Playback per charge without ANC (claimed)
8h
14h
Total with case (claimed)
36h
56h
Total with case and ANC (claimed)
27h
32h
Talk time (claimed)
Not available
Not available
Full charge time, buds
Not available
Charging guidance
The earbuds take up to 3 hours to fully recharge in the Smart case. The earbuds and the Smart case take up to 3 hours to fully charge by USB-C cable or on the Jabra wireless charging pad. Fast charging needs at least 30 percent battery in the Smart case.2Owner's manualcdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_120564253_1720035633_2338_470715.pdfRead 13 October 2026Sections 4.2 to 4.4.
The maker lists charging time as up to 3 hours without separating the earbuds and the Smart case. SoundGuys states that fully charging the case and earbuds takes up to 3 hours.1Maker spec sheet (PDF)jabra.com/_/media/Jabra_VXi_Product-Documentation/Jabra-Elite-8-Active-Gen2/Technical-specifications/RevA/EN-Jabra-Elite-8-Active-G2-Tech-Specs-A4-WEB-240524.pdfRead 13 October 2026Charging time up to 3 hours. The sheet does not name the component.
Quick charge time
Earbud playback after quick charge
Charging case
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Case battery
Not available
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User-replaceable case battery
Not available
Not available
Case charging port
Case full charge time
Not available
Not available
Wireless charging
Wireless standards
Not available
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Wireless charging power
Not available
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Speaker in case
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Screen on case
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Case works as audio transmitter
Controls
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Controls
Earbud volume control
Not available
Gestures
Right button press: play or pause, Right button hold: volume up, Left button hold: volume down, Right button double-press: next track, Right button triple-press: previous track, Left button press: switch between HearThrough and ANC, Left button double-press: voice assistant, Either button press during a call: answer call or mute and unmute, Either button double-press during a call: end or reject call2Owner's manualcdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_120564253_1720035633_2338_470715.pdfRead 13 October 2026Sections 7.2 to 7.4.
Left single press: switch between ANC and HearThrough, answer call or mute microphone, Right single press: play or pause, answer call or mute microphone, Left double press: voice assistant, reject call or end call, Right double press: next track, reject call or end call, Right triple press: restart track2Measurementsoundguys.com/jabra-elite-8-active-gen-2-review-118807Read 13 October 2026Default button controls for the left and right earbuds. They can be customised in the app.
Remappable controls
Sensors and health
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In-ear detection
Sensors
Not available
Not available
Heart rate sensor
Not available
Not available
Skin temperature sensing
Not available
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Hearing aid feature
Not available
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Medical clearances
Not available
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Hearing test
Not available
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Hearing protection
Not available
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Health features
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Fit and durability
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Ear tips included
Ear tip materials
Stabilisers
Not available
Not available
Ear tip fit test
Not available
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Dust and water rating, buds
Dust and water rating, case
Not available
Water resistance depth
Not available
Not available
Software
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Companion app
App platforms
User firmware updates
Finding network
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Precision finding
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Live translation
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Dimensions and weight
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Weight per bud
Bud dimensions
Width19.6Height18.8Depth28.2mm(0.8 × 0.7 × 1.1 in)1Maker spec sheet (PDF)jabra.com/_/media/Jabra_VXi_Product-Documentation/Jabra-Elite-10-Gen2/Technical-specifications/RevA/EN-Jabra-Elite-10-G2-Tech-Specs-A4-WEB-240524.pdfRead 13 October 2026Main unit dimensions listed as W x H x D 19.6 x 18.8 x 28.2 mm.
Width19.7Height19.7Depth29mm(0.8 × 0.8 × 1.1 in)1Maker spec sheet (PDF)jabra.com/_/media/Jabra_VXi_Product-Documentation/Jabra-Elite-8-Active-Gen2/Technical-specifications/RevA/EN-Jabra-Elite-8-Active-G2-Tech-Specs-A4-WEB-240524.pdfRead 13 October 2026Main unit dimensions listed as W x H x D 19.7 x 19.7 x 29 mm.
Case weight
Case dimensions
Width24.4Height46.9Depth65.4mm(1 × 1.8 × 2.6 in)1Maker spec sheet (PDF)jabra.com/_/media/Jabra_VXi_Product-Documentation/Jabra-Elite-10-Gen2/Technical-specifications/RevA/EN-Jabra-Elite-10-G2-Tech-Specs-A4-WEB-240524.pdfRead 13 October 2026Charging case dimensions listed as W x H x D 24.4 x 46.9 x 65.4 mm.
Width24.4Height46.9Depth65.4mm(1 × 1.8 × 2.6 in)1Maker spec sheet (PDF)jabra.com/_/media/Jabra_VXi_Product-Documentation/Jabra-Elite-8-Active-Gen2/Technical-specifications/RevA/EN-Jabra-Elite-8-Active-G2-Tech-Specs-A4-WEB-240524.pdfRead 13 October 2026Charging case dimensions listed as W x H x D 24.4 x 46.9 x 65.4 mm.
Certifications
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Hi-Res Audio
Not available
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Communication certifications
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FCC IDs
Not available
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Other certifications
MFi, FCC, ISED, CE, RoHS, REACH, Proposition 65, Google Assistant, Fast Pair, Spotify Tap, Dolby Atmos1Maker spec sheet (PDF)jabra.com/_/media/Jabra_VXi_Product-Documentation/Jabra-Elite-10-Gen2/Technical-specifications/RevA/EN-Jabra-Elite-10-G2-Tech-Specs-A4-WEB-240524.pdfRead 13 October 2026
MIL-STD-810H, MFi, FCC, ISED, CE, RoHS, REACH, Proposition 65, Google Assistant, Fast Pair, Spotify Tap, Dolby Audio1Maker spec sheet (PDF)jabra.com/_/media/Jabra_VXi_Product-Documentation/Jabra-Elite-8-Active-Gen2/Technical-specifications/RevA/EN-Jabra-Elite-8-Active-G2-Tech-Specs-A4-WEB-240524.pdfRead 13 October 2026Certifications and compliance row, plus Military Standard MIL-STD-810h listed as Yes.
In the box
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In the box
Earbuds, Charging case, USB-C to USB-C/3.5 mm jack plug cable, Warranty and warning leaflet, 4 sizes of EarGels1Maker spec sheet (PDF)jabra.com/_/media/Jabra_VXi_Product-Documentation/Jabra-Elite-10-Gen2/Technical-specifications/RevA/EN-Jabra-Elite-10-G2-Tech-Specs-A4-WEB-240524.pdfRead 13 October 2026
Earbuds, Charging case, USB-C to USB-C/3.5 mm jack plug cable, Warranty and warning leaflet, 3 sizes of EarGels1Maker spec sheet (PDF)jabra.com/_/media/Jabra_VXi_Product-Documentation/Jabra-Elite-8-Active-Gen2/Technical-specifications/RevA/EN-Jabra-Elite-8-Active-G2-Tech-Specs-A4-WEB-240524.pdfRead 13 October 2026
Cables included
AJabra Elite 10 Gen 2
| Type | Length (m) | Count |
|---|---|---|
| USB-C to USB-C/3.5 mm jack plug cable | 0.8 | 1 |
BJabra Elite 8 Active Gen 2
| Type | Length (m) | Count |
|---|---|---|
| USB-C to USB-C/3.5 mm jack plug cable | 0.8 | 1 |
Links
Not compared
Product page
www.jabra.com/supportpages/jabra-elite-10-gen-22Owner's manualcdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_120564253_1720035633_2338_470715.pdfRead 13 October 2026The manual points to jabra.com/support. The Jabra product support page was found by search and did not load for agents because of a redirect loop.
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Spec sheet
www.jabra.com/_/media/Jabra_VXi_Product-Documentation/Jabra-Elite-10-Gen2/Technical-specifications/RevA/EN-Jabra-Elite-10-G2-Tech-Specs-A4-WEB-240524.pdf1Maker spec sheet (PDF)jabra.com/_/media/Jabra_VXi_Product-Documentation/Jabra-Elite-10-Gen2/Technical-specifications/RevA/EN-Jabra-Elite-10-G2-Tech-Specs-A4-WEB-240524.pdfRead 13 October 2026
www.jabra.com/_/media/Jabra_VXi_Product-Documentation/Jabra-Elite-8-Active-Gen2/Technical-specifications/RevA/EN-Jabra-Elite-8-Active-G2-Tech-Specs-A4-WEB-240524.pdf1Maker spec sheet (PDF)jabra.com/_/media/Jabra_VXi_Product-Documentation/Jabra-Elite-8-Active-Gen2/Technical-specifications/RevA/EN-Jabra-Elite-8-Active-G2-Tech-Specs-A4-WEB-240524.pdfRead 13 October 2026
Manual
cdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_120564253_1720035633_2338_470715.pdf2Owner's manualcdn.iceshop.nl/objects/mmo_120564253_1720035633_2338_470715.pdfRead 13 October 2026Copy of the Jabra Elite 10 Gen 2 user manual, Rev B, hosted by a distributor.
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EPREL registration number
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Warranty
None of 1 known
Manufacturer warranty (source market)
Not available
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