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Elite 4 Active vs Elite 8 Active Gen 2

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Comparing 2 headphones
Elite 4 Active
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Elite 8 Active Gen 2
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The short verdict

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Elite 4 Active
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Elite 8 Active Gen 2
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Choose the Elite 4 Active if
  • Runners and gym-goers who want ANC and a rock-solid fit
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Choose the Elite 8 Active Gen 2 if
  • Athletes and outdoor workers who need rugged earbuds.
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At a glance

Key differences

Measured differences only. Ties and tiny gaps are left out.
Why pick theElite 4 Active1 win
−$116Cheaper today$114 vs $230
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Why pick theElite 8 Active Gen 21 win
+357%Longer listening time32 vs 7 h
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Sound2 differences
Type
Headphones
In-ear monitor
Wear style
In-ear
In-ear monitor
Noise Control1 difference
ANC
Yes
No
Battery4 differences
Battery life
7 h
32 h
Battery type
7 h
32 mAh
Charging case
Yes
No
Fast charging time
10 min
5 min
Connectivity4 differences
Bluetooth
5.2
5.3
Bluetooth profiles
A2DP, SBC, AVRCP, HSP, HFP
A2DP, AAC, SBC, AVRCP, HSP, HFP
Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE)
No
Yes
Multipoint connectivity
No
Yes
Microphone1 difference
Mic count
4
6
Controls & Software1 difference
Compatibility
Sports
Calls/Music
Comfort & Build4 differences
Weight
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5000 g
Dimensions
27.3 mm
29 mm
Water resistance
IP57
IP68
Colors
Black
Coral
Launch1 difference
Released
September 10, 2026
2024
Performance2 differences
Hearing protection technologies
Jabra PeakStop
Sidetone Technology
Noise reduction
Yes
No
Battery & charging3 differences
Standby time
275 h
315 h
Charging case dimensions (W x D x H)
28.4 x 64 x 38.9 mm
24.4 x 65.4 x 46.9 mm
Charging case weight
37.5 g
47.5 g
Design1 difference
On/off switch
No
Yes
Audio1 difference
Voice guidance
No
Yes
General13 differences
Auto Power Off
Yes
No
Led Indicators
Bluetooth, Battery level
Battery level
Automatic volume adjustment
No
Yes
Depth (imperial)
2.72 cm (1.07")
2.79 cm (1.1")
Height (imperial)
2.06 cm (0.81")
2.03 cm (0.8")
Width (imperial)
2.08 cm (0.82")
2.03 cm (0.8")
Certification
FCC · ISED · CE
Apple MFi · FCC · ISED
HearThrough
Yes
No
Package depth (imperial)
11 cm (4.33")
3.56 cm (1.4")
Package height (imperial)
3.99 cm (1.57")
13.2 cm (5.2")
Package width (imperial)
13 cm (5.12")
11.2 cm (4.4")
Packaging content
Earbuds · EarGels · Charging case
Earbuds · Charging case · USB-c to USB-C/3.5 mm jack plug
Works with Amazon Alexa
Yes
No
Where to buy
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