Jabra Evolve2 40 SE
Jabra
59 Overall Score
vs
Sony WH-1000XM4
Sony
87 Overall Score
Scores
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Gaming
Music
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Commute
Studio
Specifications
| Jabra Evolve2 40 SE | Sony WH-1000XM4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.19 kg★ | 0.25 kg |
| Ear Cushion | leatherette | foamed urethane |
| Headband | leatherette | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Freq Min | — | 4 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | — | 47 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 105 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Codecs | — | SBC, AAC, LDAC |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | — | industry-leading |
| Transparency | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.0★ |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP |
| Multipoint | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | USB-C | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Cable Length | — | 1.2000000476837158 m |
| Range | — | 9.100000381469727 m★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 30 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 3 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 10 min for 5 hours playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 3 | 5★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Siri, Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | ✓★ |
| App | Jabra Direct | Sony | Headphones Connect |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | — |
| Water Resistance | — | IPX0 |
Pros & Cons
Jabra Evolve2 40 SE
- Strong mic (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong comfort (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong anc (78th percentile)
- Strong sound (74th percentile)
Sony WH-1000XM4
- Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong sound (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong anc (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
Pricing
Jabra Evolve2 40 SE
Sony WH-1000XM4
No current pricing available
Verdict
Winner: Sony WH-1000XM4
Scores 87 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 15 of 39 specs.
