Earbuds / Compare
Jabra Elite 10 Gen 2 vs Sony WF-1000XM3
Product A: Jabra
75 of 166 known
Change Jabra Elite 10 Gen 2
Product B: Sony
60 of 166 known
Change Sony WF-1000XM3
61 of 157 fields differ
- 33 different values
- 28 known for one only
- 17 the same
- 79 missing for both
Biggest differences
Each bar uses the scale of all 138 earbuds.
- Quick chargeA: 1hB: 1.5hSony is 0.5 h higher.
- With caseA: 36hB: 32hJabra is 4 h higher.
- Total with case and ANC (claimed)A: 27hB: 24hJabra is 3 h higher.
Weight
0 to 80 g
Weight per bud
A5.5g
B8.5g
Case weight
A46.6g
B77g
All 166 fields
Every value links to where we found it.


General
7 of 8 differ
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.
GTIN / EAN
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Announced
Status
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Predecessor
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Successor
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Sony WF-1000XM410Reviewtechradar.com/news/sony-wf-1000xm4-take-the-crown-as-the-best-true-wireless-earbuds-of-2021Read 23 October 2026TechRadar's launch report calls the WF-1000XM4 the successor to the WF-1000XM3.11Reviewnotebookcheck.net/The-Sony-WF-1000XM4-launches-with-some-exciting-features-and-an-inflated-price-tag.544040.0.htmlRead 23 October 2026Notebookcheck calls the WF-1000XM4 the follow-up to the WF-1000XM3.
Launch price (US)
Launch price (EU)
Markets
US, GB, JP, DE5Press articleav.watch.impress.co.jp/docs/news/1194178.htmlRead 13 October 2026Sold in Japan.6Reviewwhathifi.com/news/sony-launches-wf-1000xm3-true-wireless-earbuds-with-active-noise-cancellingRead 13 October 2026Sale prices of 220 GBP, 250 EUR and 230 USD from the first weeks of August 2019. The UK price is listed.7Press articlegiga.de/artikel/sony-wf-1000xm3-preisverfall-noise-canceling-in-ears-unter-200-euro-2019Read 13 October 2026German UVP.
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
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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 |
BSony WF-1000XM3
| Type | Diameter (mm) | Count per earbud |
|---|---|---|
| Dynamic | 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.
Driver size
10mm
6mm
Drivers per bud
1
1
Diaphragm material
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Frequency response
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Impedance
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Sensitivity
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Sensitivity reference
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Max sample rate
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Max bit depth
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Adaptive EQ
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Personalised sound
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Onboard EQ
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Custom EQ bands
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EQ presets
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Volume limit
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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.
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Noise cancelling
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Active noise cancelling
ANC type
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ANC microphones in both earbuds
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Adaptive ANC
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ANC levels
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ANC attenuation (claimed)
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Transparency mode
Adjustable transparency
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Automatic ANC and transparency blend
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Conversation detection
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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.
Bass and mids receive a slight bump. The highs roughly follow the reviewer's house curve. Bass and mids are slightly exaggerated.8Reviewsoundguys.com/sony-wf-1000xm3-review-25342Read 13 October 2026Sound section describes the bass and mid bump against SoundGuys' house curve.
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.
Voices are relayed well enough through both earpieces for general use. Outdoors the other party hears wind, traffic and passersby.8Reviewsoundguys.com/sony-wf-1000xm3-review-25342Read 13 October 2026Microphone section. The demo uses SoundGuys' older, non-standardized method.
Mic low-frequency extension (measured)
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Mic high-frequency extension (measured)
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Mic speech-to-noise ratio (measured)
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Latency (measured)
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Bluetooth latency, worst (measured)
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2.4 GHz latency, worst (measured)
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Latency in game mode (measured)
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Battery life (measured)
AJabra Elite 10 Gen 2
| Hours (h) |
|---|
| 5.45 |
Longest tested use per charge
5.45h
4.77h
Battery life with case (measured)
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Full charge time (measured)
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Weight per bud (measured)
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Microphones and calls
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Voice microphones in both earbuds
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All microphones in both earbuds
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Bone conduction voice sensor
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Mic noise reduction
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Call audio bandwidth
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Mic mute control
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Connectivity
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Chip
Not available
HD Noise Cancelling Processor QN1e3Press releasegstylemag.com/2019/07/05/sony-wf-1000xm3-truly-wireless-headphonesRead 13 October 2026HD Noise Cancelling Processor QN1e, also a 24-bit signal processor and DAC with amplifier.4Press articleaudioxpress.com/news/sony-introduces-new-wf-1000xm3-noise-canceling-true-wireless-headphones-featuring-dedicated-processorRead 13 October 2026Dedicated HD Noise-Canceling Processor QN1e.
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.
LE Audio
Not available
Auracast
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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.
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Multipoint with LDAC
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Paired devices remembered
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Automatic switching between own devices
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Fast pairing
Google Fast Pair, Microsoft Swift Pair1Maker 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
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Audio sharing
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Wireless range (claimed)
Wireless receiver
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Receiver connector
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Simultaneous 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth audio
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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. |
BSony WF-1000XM3
Not availableOfficial licence
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Battery and charging
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Battery per bud
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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 |
BSony WF-1000XM3
| Mode | Codec | Includes case recharges | Hours (h) |
|---|---|---|---|
| ANC on | AAC | No | 6 |
| Transparency | AAC | No | 6 |
| ANC off | AAC | No | 8 |
| ANC on | SBC | No | 5.5 |
| Transparency | SBC | No | 5.5 |
| ANC off | SBC | No | 7.5 |
| ANC on | Not available | Yes | 24 |
| ANC off | Not available | Yes | 32 |
| Call | Not available | No | 4.5 |
Source1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/wf1000xm3/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026Available operating time. AAC with DSEE HX off: ANC on 6 hours, Ambient Sound Mode 6, off 8. SBC with DSEE HX off: 5.5, 5.5 and 7.5. With DSEE HX auto the figures are 3, 3 and 4 hours (AAC) and 3, 3 and 3.5 hours (SBC) and are not stored. Communication time: ANC on 4, Ambient Sound Mode 4, off 4.5. The call row stores the NC-off figure because the call enum has no ANC state. Totals with case from the Sony launch release and What Hi-Fi.2Maker product pagestore.sony.co.th/blogs/1801756442659_15195742535715/1801756442659_specificationsRead 13 October 2026Continuous music playback max 6 hrs (NC ON) and 8 hrs (NC OFF). Communication max 4 hrs (NC ON) and 4.5 hrs (NC OFF).3Press releasegstylemag.com/2019/07/05/sony-wf-1000xm3-truly-wireless-headphonesRead 13 October 2026Up to 24 hours with noise cancelling on, thanks to the charging case.4Press articleaudioxpress.com/news/sony-introduces-new-wf-1000xm3-noise-canceling-true-wireless-headphones-featuring-dedicated-processorRead 13 October 20266 hours with ANC and a further three charges, up to 24 hours. With noise canceling off 8 hours per charge and up to 32 hours with the case.6Reviewwhathifi.com/news/sony-launches-wf-1000xm3-true-wireless-earbuds-with-active-noise-cancellingRead 13 October 2026What Hi-Fi review: 8 hours with noise cancelling off and a total of 32 hours with the case.
Longest claimed use per charge
8h
8h
Playback per charge with ANC (claimed)
6h
6h
Playback per charge without ANC (claimed)
8h
8h
Total with case (claimed)
36h
32h
Total with case and ANC (claimed)
27h
24h
Talk time (claimed)
Not available
4.5h
Full charge time, buds
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.
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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
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Case charging port
Case full charge time
Not available
210min1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/wf1000xm3/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026Charging: the headset and the charging case take about 3.5 hours together. Sony specification lists case charge time approx. 3.5 hours.2Maker product pagestore.sony.co.th/blogs/1801756442659_15195742535715/1801756442659_specificationsRead 13 October 2026Charging case battery charge time approx. 3.5 hrs.
Wireless charging
Wireless standards
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Wireless charging power
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Speaker in case
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Screen on case
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Controls
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Controls
Earbud volume control
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 tap: switch noise canceling and Ambient Sound Mode, Left hold: Quick Attention Mode, Right tap: play or pause, Right tap twice: next track or answer or end a call, Right tap 3 times: previous track, Right hold: voice assist1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/wf1000xm3/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026About the touch sensor table. Left: tap switches noise canceling and Ambient Sound Mode, hold activates Quick Attention Mode. Right: tap plays or pauses, tap twice skips to the next track or answers or ends a call, tap 3 times goes to the previous track, hold uses the voice assist function.
Remappable controls
Sensors and health
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In-ear detection
Yes1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/wf1000xm3/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026Built-in sensors detect removal and attachment. The headset pauses and resumes playback.4Press articleaudioxpress.com/news/sony-introduces-new-wf-1000xm3-noise-canceling-true-wireless-headphones-featuring-dedicated-processorRead 13 October 2026A proximity sensor in each earbud detects whether one or both are worn. Music pauses when taken out and resumes when put back.
Sensors
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Heart rate sensor
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Skin temperature sensing
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Hearing aid feature
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Medical clearances
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Hearing test
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Hearing protection
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Health features
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Fit and durability
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Ear tips included
Long hybrid silicone rubber: SS, S, M, L, Triple-comfort: S, M, L1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/wf1000xm3/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026Package list: long hybrid silicone rubber earbuds SS, S, M, L (2 each) and triple-comfort earbuds S, M, L (2 each). Size M comes attached.
Ear tip materials
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Stabilisers
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Ear tip fit test
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Dust and water rating, buds
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Dust and water rating, case
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Water resistance depth
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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.
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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.
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Certifications
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Hi-Res Audio
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Communication certifications
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FCC IDs
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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
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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
Wireless Noise Canceling Stereo Headset, USB Type-C cable (USB-A to USB-C) (approx. 20 cm), Long hybrid silicone rubber earbuds (SS/S/M/L 2 each), Triple-comfort earbuds (S/M/L 2 each), Charging case1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/wf1000xm3/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026Package contents list.
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 |
BSony WF-1000XM3
| Type | Length (m) | Count |
|---|---|---|
| USB-A to USB-C | 0.2 | 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
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Manual
EPREL registration number
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Warranty
None of 1 known
Manufacturer warranty (source market)
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