Jabra Elite 45H Review | 93 Data compared

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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£80
  • Avg. price in US: ~$100
  • Form factor: on-ear
  • Connectivity: wireless
  • Battery life: 50 hours
  • Active noise cancellation (ANC): no

Jabra Elite 45H review. Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among headphones and if it is worth buying.

5.5

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the headphones' quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best headphones on the market.

Score components:

80.0%

4.7

Technical Score

20.0%

9.1

User score

Good
4.7

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the headphones' technical performance, covering key areas such as sound quality, noise cancelling, microphone performance, battery life, comfort, connectivity, features, and build quality.

When it matters: When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

52.0%

2.8

Sound

20.0%

6.0

Features

10.0%

7.1

Design

8.0%

5.4

Connectivity

6.0%

8.6

Battery

4.0%

8.6

Calls & Controls

Poor
9.1

User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.

When it matters: When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.

Score components:

70.0%

8.7

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
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Exceptional
  • 7.3
    Gaming

    Score components:

    35.0%

    9.0

    Audio latency

    25.0%

    1.0

    Low-latency game mode

    20.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

    12.0%

    10

    Noise-canceling microphone

    8.0%

    8.3

    Battery life

  • 5.1
    Travel

    Score components:

    28.0%

    1.0

    Active noise cancellation (ANC)

    24.0%

    8.3

    Battery life

    18.0%

    6.6

    Weight

    16.0%

    10

    Multipoint support

    14.0%

    0.0

    Ambient sound mode

  • 9.7
    Calls

    Score components:

    28.0%

    10

    Noise-canceling microphone

    24.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

    18.0%

    10

    Multipoint support

    16.0%

    8.3

    Battery life

    14.0%

    10

    Companion app

  • 5.4
    Workout

    Score components:

    28.0%

    6.6

    Weight

    24.0%

    1.0

    Water resistance

    20.0%

    4.0

    IP rating

    16.0%

    8.3

    Battery life

    12.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

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Verdict

The Jabra Elite 45h is a lightweight on-ear wireless headphone featuring advanced 40mm drivers and an industry-leading battery life of up to 50 hours. It utilizes Bluetooth 5.0 with multipoint connectivity for two simultaneous device pairings and supports ultra-fast USB-C charging that provides 10 hours of playback in just 15 minutes. Key characteristics include a compact, foldable design weighing 160g, a 2-microphone array for clear calls, and deep customization through the Jabra Sound+ app with MySound hearing profiles. Main pros are its exceptional battery stamina, portable build, and stable wireless performance for its price point. However, notable cons include the lack of an active noise cancellation (ANC) system, no 3.5mm analog jack for wired use, and significant audio leakage at higher volumes due to the on-ear design.

Technical Specifications of Jabra Elite 45H

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the headphones' technical performance, covering key areas such as sound quality, noise cancelling, microphone performance, battery life, comfort, connectivity, features, and build quality.

When it matters: When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

52.0%

2.8

Sound

20.0%

6.0

Features

10.0%

7.1

Design

8.0%

5.4

Connectivity

6.0%

8.6

Battery

4.0%

8.6

Calls & Controls

4.7
Jabra Elite 45H has a technical score of 4.65 points, which is lower than that of 63.2% of products in this category.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.

When it matters: When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.

Score components:

70.0%

8.7

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
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9.1
Jabra Elite 45H has a user score of 9.08 points, which is higher than that of 88.5% of products in this category.
Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the headphones.
When it matters: When you prefer headphones that have already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.
10
Jabra Elite 45H has a popularity of 10 points, which is higher than 71.9% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the headphones' overall rating with their cost.

When it matters: When you are looking for headphones that offer a strong balance of performance, features, and price.

Score components:

60.0%

5.5

Overall score

40.0%

10

Price

6.9
Jabra Elite 45H has a quality-to-price ratio of 6.9 points, which is higher than 57% of products in this category.
Active noise cancellation (ANC)
What it is: Reduces background noise using active technology
When it matters: When blocking office, travel, or aircraft noise is a priority.

Importance: HIGH

no
Jabra Elite 45H does not support active noise cancellation. 27.4% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
Driver type
What it is: Type of speaker driver technology used
When it matters: When the underlying sound character and driver technology matter to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

dynamic
Driver size
What it is: Diameter of the speaker driver unit
When it matters: When you want extra hardware context behind how the headphones may handle bass weight, scale, or overall presentation.

Importance: MEDIUM

40 mm
Jabra Elite 45H uses a driver size of 40 mm, larger driver size than 28.2% of headphones and equal to 53.6% of headphones.
Number of drivers
What it is: Total number of speaker drivers per earcup
When it matters: When multi-driver designs are part of your buying criteria.

Importance: LOW

1
Jabra Elite 45H uses 1 drivers, equal to 96% of headphones.
Lowest frequency
What it is: Lowest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce
When it matters: When deeper bass extension matters for your music or movie listening.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=10 Hz

20 Hz
Jabra Elite 45H reaches a lowest frequency of 20 Hz, higher lowest frequency than 50.6% of headphones and equal to 47.5% of headphones.
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Noise-canceling microphone
What it is: Built-in microphone reduces background noise during calls
When it matters: When you take calls in busy spaces and want your voice to stay clearer.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Jabra Elite 45H supports a noise-canceling microphone. 54.5% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
Can be used as a headset
What it is: Shows whether the headphones can handle voice chat and calls in addition to normal audio playback.
When it matters: When one pair needs to cover music, calls, meetings, and gaming chat.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Jabra Elite 45H is headset-ready, 84.7% is not. 15.3% of headphones can be used as headsets.
Number of microphones
What it is: Total number of built-in microphones
When it matters: When call pickup quality and beamforming support matter to you.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=2

2
Jabra Elite 45H has 2 microphones, more microphones than 78.2% of headphones and equal to 8.8% of headphones.
Boom microphone
What it is: Includes detachable boom microphone for voice clarity
When it matters: When you need stronger voice clarity for gaming, streaming, or work calls.

Importance: LOW

no
Jabra Elite 45H does not include a boom microphone. 15.6% of headphones have a boom microphone.
Microphone SNR
What it is: Signal-to-noise ratio of the microphone
When it matters: When call clarity matters and you want your voice picked up more cleanly instead of buried in background hiss.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >80 dB

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Connectivity
What it is: Available connection methods (wired, wireless, Bluetooth, etc.)
When it matters: When the headphones need to match how you listen across wired and wireless devices.

Importance: HIGH

wireless
Jabra Elite 45H supports wireless connectivity, more flexible connectivity than 52.6% of headphones and equal to 47.4% of headphones.
Bluetooth version
What it is: Version of Bluetooth technology supported
When it matters: When wireless stability, efficiency, and feature support matter more than treating Bluetooth as a box-check spec.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5.0

5.0
Jabra Elite 45H uses Bluetooth version 5.0, newer Bluetooth version than 70.9% of headphones and equal to 13% of headphones.
Maximum Bluetooth range
What it is: Maximum wireless operating distance from source device
When it matters: When you move around rooms and want fewer dropouts from your source device.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=10 m

10 m
Jabra Elite 45H offers a Bluetooth range of 10 m, higher Bluetooth range than 2.6% of headphones and equal to 79.9% of headphones.
Audio latency
What it is: Delay between audio and video in wireless mode
When it matters: When you watch video or play games and need sound to stay in sync.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <60 ms

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Multipoint support
What it is: Supports simultaneous connections to multiple devices
When it matters: When you switch often between a phone and a laptop during the day.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Jabra Elite 45H supports multipoint. 35% of headphones support multipoint.
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Ambient sound mode
What it is: Allows external sounds to pass through for awareness
When it matters: When you need to stay aware of traffic, voices, or announcements.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A
EQ support
What it is: Allows customization of sound profile via equalizer
When it matters: When the stock tuning is not enough and you want to shape bass, mids, or treble to match your taste.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Jabra Elite 45H supports EQ customization. 76.8% of headphones support EQ.
Companion app
What it is: Dedicated mobile app for customization and updates
When it matters: When software customization, updates, and extra controls matter.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Jabra Elite 45H works with a companion app. 55.7% of headphones support companion apps.
Adjustable ANC levels
What it is: Allows adjustment of noise cancellation intensity levels
When it matters: When you move between quiet rooms, offices, streets, and public transport and do not want one ANC setting for every situation.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=4

N/A
Voice assistant support
What it is: Compatible with voice assistants like Siri, Alexa, or Google Assistant
When it matters: When hands-free control is part of your daily routine.

Importance: LOW

yes
Jabra Elite 45H supports voice assistants. 39.2% of headphones support voice assistants.
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Battery life
What it is: Playback time on a single charge
When it matters: When you commute, travel, or work long shifts and do not want charging breaks to interrupt listening.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >45 hours

50 hours
Jabra Elite 45H offers battery life of 50 hours, higher battery life than 71.5% of headphones and equal to 5.7% of headphones.
Battery life with ANC
What it is: Playback time with active noise cancellation enabled
When it matters: When you plan to keep noise cancellation on for most of the day.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >40 hours

N/A
Charging time
What it is: Time required for a full battery charge
When it matters: When you often need the headphones ready again after short breaks.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=2 hours

1.5 hours
Jabra Elite 45H needs 1.5 hours to charge, lower charging time than 87.8% of headphones and equal to 7% of headphones.
Quick charge
What it is: Provides quick playback time with short charging period
When it matters: When a short top-up needs to deliver useful playback before you leave.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Jabra Elite 45H supports quick charge. 31% of headphones support quick charge.
Battery capacity
What it is: Total energy storage of the internal battery
When it matters: When you are estimating how much battery headroom the design may have before relying only on the official runtime claim.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=720 mAh

500 mAh
Jabra Elite 45H has a battery capacity of 500 mAh, lower battery capacity than 55.9% of headphones and equal to 9.3% of headphones.
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Brand name
What it is: The manufacturer or brand of the product.
When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

Importance: MEDIUM

Jabra
Form factor
What it is: Overall design type of the headphones (over-ear, on-ear, in-ear, etc.)
When it matters: When comfort, portability, and isolation depend on the overall headphone style.

Importance: HIGH

on-ear
Weight
What it is: Total weight of the headphones
When it matters: When long listening sessions make wearing comfort more important.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <150 g

160 g
Jabra Elite 45H weighs 160 g, lighter than 67% of headphones and equal to 0.9% of headphones.
Acoustic design
What it is: Type of acoustic design (open-back, closed-back, semi-open)
When it matters: When you need the right balance of isolation, leakage, and soundstage.

Importance: HIGH

closed-back
Clamp force
What it is: Amount of clamping pressure applied to the head
When it matters: When comfort and fit security matter during long sessions.

Importance: MEDIUM

3.4
Jabra Elite 45H has a clamp force of 3.4, lower clamp force than 74.4% of headphones and equal to 0.9% of headphones.
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Jabra Elite 45H vs the average headphone

  • EQ customization
    Jabra Elite 45H supports EQ customization, the average headphone does not. 23.3% of headphones support EQ.
    What it is: Allows customization of sound profile via equalizer
    When it matters: When the stock tuning is not enough and you want to shape bass, mids, or treble to match your taste.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Jabra Elite 45H supports EQ customization, the average headphone does not. 23.3% of headphones support EQ.
  • More flexible connectivity
    Jabra Elite 45H offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.
    What it is: Available connection methods (wired, wireless, Bluetooth, etc.)
    When it matters: When the headphones need to match how you listen across wired and wireless devices.

    Importance: HIGH

    Jabra Elite 45H offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.wireless vs wired
  • Clear call microphone
    Jabra Elite 45H offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
    What it is: Built-in microphone reduces background noise during calls
    When it matters: When you take calls in busy spaces and want your voice to stay clearer.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Jabra Elite 45H offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
  • On-device controls
    Jabra Elite 45H includes on-device controls, the average headphone does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
    What it is: Physical controls available directly on headphones
    When it matters: When you need playback, volume, or call controls to be easy to reach without pulling out your phone.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Jabra Elite 45H includes on-device controls, the average headphone does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
  • 20 hours longer battery life
    Jabra Elite 45H has a higher battery life than the average headphone (50 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.
    What it is: Playback time on a single charge
    When it matters: When you commute, travel, or work long shifts and do not want charging breaks to interrupt listening.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >45 hours

    Jabra Elite 45H has a higher battery life than the average headphone (50 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.50 hours vs 30 hours
  • 26.6% lower weight
    Jabra Elite 45H is lighter than the average headphone (160 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    What it is: Total weight of the headphones
    When it matters: When long listening sessions make wearing comfort more important.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <150 g

    Jabra Elite 45H is lighter than the average headphone (160 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.160 g vs 218 g
  • 0.5 hours shorter charging time
    Jabra Elite 45H has a lower charging time than the average headphone (1.5 hours vs 2 hours). The average headphones need 2 hours to charge.
    What it is: Time required for a full battery charge
    When it matters: When you often need the headphones ready again after short breaks.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <=2 hours

    Jabra Elite 45H has a lower charging time than the average headphone (1.5 hours vs 2 hours). The average headphones need 2 hours to charge.1.5 hours vs 2 hours
  • Wind noise reduction
    Jabra Elite 45H reduces wind noise, the average headphone does not. 34.1% of headphones support wind noise reduction.
    What it is: Reduces wind interference for clearer outdoor calls
    When it matters: When you take calls outdoors while walking, cycling, or commuting.

    Importance: LOW

    Jabra Elite 45H reduces wind noise, the average headphone does not. 34.1% of headphones support wind noise reduction.
  • 26.6% lower weight
    Jabra Elite 45H is lighter than the average headphone (160 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
  • Foldable design
    Jabra Elite 45H has a foldable design, the average headphone does not. 61% of headphones are foldable.
  • 0.9 lower clamp force
    Jabra Elite 45H has a lower clamp force than the average headphone (3.4 vs 4.3). The average headphones have a clamp force of 4.3.
  • 15 dB SPL higher sound pressure level
    Jabra Elite 45H has a higher sound pressure level than the average headphone (118 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL). The average headphones reach a sound pressure level of 103 dB SPL.
  • 20 hours longer battery life
    Jabra Elite 45H has a higher battery life than the average headphone (50 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.
  • 0.5 hours shorter charging time
    Jabra Elite 45H has a lower charging time than the average headphone (1.5 hours vs 2 hours). The average headphones need 2 hours to charge.
  • USB-C charging
    Jabra Elite 45H uses USB-C charging, the average headphone does not. 29.4% of headphones use USB Type-C.
  • Rechargeable battery
    Jabra Elite 45H has a rechargeable battery, the average headphone does not. 47.9% of headphones have a rechargeable battery.
  • Play while charging
    Jabra Elite 45H can play while charging, the average headphone cannot. 55.9% of headphones support play while charging.
  • More flexible connectivity
    Jabra Elite 45H offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.
  • Clear call microphone
    Jabra Elite 45H offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
  • On-device controls
    Jabra Elite 45H includes on-device controls, the average headphone does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
  • Wind noise reduction
    Jabra Elite 45H reduces wind noise, the average headphone does not. 34.1% of headphones support wind noise reduction.
  • 1 more microphones
    Jabra Elite 45H has more microphones than the average headphone (2 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.
  • Sidetone support
    Jabra Elite 45H supports sidetone, the average headphone does not. 29.7% of headphones support sidetone.
  • Quick mic mute
    Jabra Elite 45H includes a quick mic mute, the average headphone does not. 33.5% of headphones support a mute function.
  • EQ customization
    Jabra Elite 45H supports EQ customization, the average headphone does not. 23.3% of headphones support EQ.
  • Fixed cable
    Jabra Elite 45H has a fixed cable, while the average headphone has a detachable one. 62% of headphones have a detachable cable.
  • Tangle-prone cable
    Jabra Elite 45H uses a tangle-prone cable, while the average headphone is easier to manage. 64.2% of headphones use a tangle-free cable.
  • No passive noise reduction
    Jabra Elite 45H does not offer passive noise reduction, while the average headphone does. 82.7% of headphones have passive noise reduction.
  • 2 Hz weaker bass extension
    Jabra Elite 45H has a higher lowest frequency than the average headphone (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
  • No neodymium magnet
    Jabra Elite 45H does not use neodymium magnets, the average headphone does. 77.4% of headphones use neodymium magnets.
  • 16.7% lower battery capacity
    Jabra Elite 45H has a lower battery capacity than the average headphone (500 mAh vs 600 mAh). The average headphones have a battery capacity of 600 mAh.
  • No passive noise reduction
    Jabra Elite 45H does not offer passive noise reduction, while the average headphone does. 82.7% of headphones have passive noise reduction.
    What it is: Shows whether the headphones reduce outside noise through physical sealing, fit, and materials rather than active electronics.
    When it matters: When you want better isolation from fit and seal alone, even with ANC turned off or not available.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Jabra Elite 45H does not offer passive noise reduction, while the average headphone does. 82.7% of headphones have passive noise reduction.
  • Fixed cable
    Jabra Elite 45H has a fixed cable, while the average headphone has a detachable one. 62% of headphones have a detachable cable.
    What it is: Cable can be removed or replaced
    When it matters: When you care about easier cable replacement, simpler storage, or the option to swap to shorter, longer, or upgraded leads.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Jabra Elite 45H has a fixed cable, while the average headphone has a detachable one. 62% of headphones have a detachable cable.
  • 2 Hz weaker bass extension
    Jabra Elite 45H has a higher lowest frequency than the average headphone (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
    What it is: Lowest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce
    When it matters: When deeper bass extension matters for your music or movie listening.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <=10 Hz

    Jabra Elite 45H has a higher lowest frequency than the average headphone (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.20 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • Tangle-prone cable
    Jabra Elite 45H uses a tangle-prone cable, while the average headphone is easier to manage. 64.2% of headphones use a tangle-free cable.
    What it is: Cable designed to resist tangling
    When it matters: When you often carry wired headphones in a bag or pocket.

    Importance: LOW

    Jabra Elite 45H uses a tangle-prone cable, while the average headphone is easier to manage. 64.2% of headphones use a tangle-free cable.
  • No neodymium magnet
    Jabra Elite 45H does not use neodymium magnets, the average headphone does. 77.4% of headphones use neodymium magnets.
    What it is: Uses neodymium magnets for stronger, clearer sound
    When it matters: When driver construction details are part of how you compare sound hardware.

    Importance: LOW

    Jabra Elite 45H does not use neodymium magnets, the average headphone does. 77.4% of headphones use neodymium magnets.
  • 16.7% lower battery capacity
    Jabra Elite 45H has a lower battery capacity than the average headphone (500 mAh vs 600 mAh). The average headphones have a battery capacity of 600 mAh.
    What it is: Total energy storage of the internal battery
    When it matters: When you are estimating how much battery headroom the design may have before relying only on the official runtime claim.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=720 mAh

    Jabra Elite 45H has a lower battery capacity than the average headphone (500 mAh vs 600 mAh). The average headphones have a battery capacity of 600 mAh.500 mAh vs 600 mAh

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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Jabra Elite 45H?

  • Incredible and industry-leading battery life of up to 50 hours (with some users reporting even more) on a single charge.
  • Excellent quick-charge capability providing up to 10 hours of use from a 15-minute charge.
  • Strong and clear audio quality with great customizable EQ settings through the Jabra Sound+ companion app.
  • Support for Bluetooth multipoint allowing simultaneous connection to two devices.
  • Very lightweight and comfortable on-ear design with plush memory foam ear cushions.
  • Clear microphone quality with adjustable sidetone to hear your own voice during calls.
  • Great value for money as an entry-to-mid-range budget headphone option.

What customers dislike about Jabra Elite 45H?

  • No active noise cancellation (ANC) and weak passive noise isolation due to the on-ear design.
  • The fit is a bit loose on some head shapes causing them to slip off easily when looking down or exercising.
  • No 3.5mm analog audio jack available for wired listening when the battery dies.
  • Combined and tightly grouped volume/track control buttons on the right earcup make accidental presses easy.
  • Lacks support for high-quality audio codecs like aptX, limiting high-fidelity playback on Android devices.
  • Does not fold up into a compact shape for tighter storage spaces.
  • The included storage pouch is soft and provides very little physical protection.

Expert reviews

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digitalreviews.net
21/10/2020

The Jabra Elite 45h is a lightweight, minimalist, and wireless on-ear headset that offers an impressive 50-hour battery life on a single charge and retails for $179. A major standout feature is the companion Jabra Sound+ App, which includes a personalized "MySound" hearing test to automatically calibrate audio levels to the user's specific hearing profile. The headphones deliver...Read more

Gearbrain
Gearbrain
29/07/2020

Despite the high functionality, the review notes several clear drawbacks to consider. In terms of performance, the baseline audio quality is described as a bit muffled and flat out of the box, and the reviewer experienced occasional Bluetooth audio dropouts every couple of hours specifically when watching video. The dual-microphone array also produces a thin and wispy call quality....Read more

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soundguys.com
02/06/2023

The SoundGuys review of the Jabra Elite 45hGo highlights these lightweight, on-ear wireless headphones as a budget option with exceptional value, featuring an industry-leading battery life, efficient fast charging, and a high-quality dual-microphone system for clear calls. Additional benefits include Bluetooth Multipoint, a comfortable design, and custom sound profiles via the...Read more

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pcmag.com
10/08/2020

The PCMag review for the Jabra Elite 45hGo gives the $100 on-ear headphones a 4.5/5 rating, praising their comfortable, lightweight design, powerful bass-forward audio, and exceptional 50-hour battery life. Additional highlights include clear microphone performance, app-based EQ customization, and compatibility with voice assistants. While audio performance is strong, the review...Read more

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audioreviews.org
08/02/2023

The Jabra Elite 45h is a budget-friendly, lightweight wireless on-ear headphone featuring exceptional battery life, strong connectivity, and a warm, punchy sound profile with a "syrupy" lower end, as noted in the review. While the Sound+ app offers excellent customization, the unit faces limitations due to a lack of Active Noise Cancellation, poor passive isolation, and a wobbly,...Read more

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stuff.tv
10/11/2020

The Jabra Elite 45h wireless over-ear headphones deliver exceptionally robust "stamina" with an outstanding 50-hour battery life on a single charge, alongside a quick-charging feature that yields 10 hours of playback from just 15 minutes of power via USB-C. Weighing only 160 grams, this affordable pair of headphones (£69) features a lightweight yet robust plastic design that remains...Read more

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uk.pcmag.com
10/08/2020

The Jabra Elite 45h is an outstanding pair of affordable, on-ear wireless headphones that deliver powerful, bass-forward audio performance for a retail price of $99. Equipped with 40mm drivers, these headphones excel at providing clean, distortion-free sub-bass and a vibrant overall sound signature that can be heavily customized using the Jabra Sound+ app's highly effective...Read more

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techradar.com
04/09/2020

The Jabra Elite 45h is a highly functional pair of wireless on-ear headphones released in June 2020 for an ultra-affordable price of $79 / £69 / AU$99. Weighing a lightweight 160 grams, they feature Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity, 40mm full-range dynamic drivers, and an exceptionally stable Sound+ app that includes custom equalization options and a personalized hearing test. The...Read more

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hifitest.de
08/09/2020

The Jabra Elite 45h is a well-designed, highly functional on-ear Bluetooth headset tested by hifitest.de. It stands out with an exceptional battery life of up to 50 hours on a single charge. The headphones offer a deep, emphasized bass response that remains clear without muddying the detailed midrange and high frequencies. They are very comfortable to wear due to low clamping force....Read more

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computerbase.de
09/09/2020

The Jabra Elite 45h is a lightweight, 165-gram on-ear Bluetooth 5.0 headphone priced at around €98, offering exceptional battery life and a highly customisable user experience via the Jabra Sound+ app. Its standout feature is the "MySound" integrated hearing test, developed alongside a hearing-aid manufacturer, which creates a personalized EQ profile by boosting frequencies the user...Read more

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stadt-bremerhaven.de
19/07/2020

The Jabra Elite 45h is a well-built pair of on-ear Bluetooth headphones priced at 99 Euros that delivers a highly personalized audio experience via the Jabra Sound+ app. A standout feature is the custom hearing test powered by Jabra’s parent company, GN (a hearing aid manufacturer), which noticeably improves sound depth and volume clarity once configured. The device offers an...Read more

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kopfhoerer.de
18/08/2020

The Jabra Elite 45h is a lightweight, on-ear wireless headphone design weighing 165 grams that offers an outstanding battery life exceeding 60 hours, making it highly recommended for travel even though it cannot be folded compactly. Key advantages highlighted in the review include a powerful fast-charging feature that provides up to 14 hours of playback from just a 15-minute charge,...Read more

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capital.fr
08/03/2024

The Jabra Elite 45h is an affordable, entry-level on-ear Bluetooth headset under €100 that stands out for its exceptional 50-hour battery life (reaching around 46 hours in real-world testing) and strong call quality, offering clean voice capture even in relatively noisy environments. It features a lightweight, minimalist design with physical control buttons and pairs with Jabra's...Read more

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lesnumeriques.com
14/05/2021

The Jabra Elite 45h is a lightweight (160 g) on-ear (supra-aural) Bluetooth 5.0 wireless headset that stands out primarily for its exceptional battery life and strong functional ergonomics. During testing, its battery life reached a massive 58 hours on a full charge, significantly exceeding the manufacturer's promises. Key strengths include high-quality build construction, highly...Read more

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leclaireur.fnac.com
03/10/2020

The Jabra Elite 45h is an affordable on-ear (supra-aural) Bluetooth headphone that stands out for its exceptional battery life and thoughtful design choices given its budget price point. In laboratory testing, it delivered an impressive 48 hours and 50 minutes of continuous music playback at 90 dB, closely matching its 50-hour claim. It features a quick-charge system via USB-C that...Read more

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iphoneitalia.com
12/03/2022

The Jabra Elite 45h wireless headphones deliver impressive, highly customizable audio quality at an affordable price point under €100. Equipped with large 40mm speakers, they offer a rich, balanced default sound signature that can be fine-tuned via an audio optimization hearing test and custom equalizer settings within the Jabra Sound+ companion app. The headphones feature physical...Read more

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ispazio.net
13/03/2022

The Jabra Elite 45h headphones deliver exceptional sound and build quality that far exceed their sub-€100 price tag, featuring a lightweight, compact over-ear design weighing only 160 grams. Users will find the physical button layout on the right ear cup simple and intuitive, completely avoiding confusing touch gestures. Key strengths include an impressive 50-hour battery life, a...Read more

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nextgentech.it
19/03/2021

The Jabra Elite 45h is a versatile, on-ear wireless headset designed specifically for music lovers who prioritize mobility, light weight, and audio quality without breaking the bank. Strongly resembling the professional Evolve2 65 but without the boom microphone, it features a clean and elegant design built with an anodized aluminum frame that weighs only 160 grams. Key...Read more

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amatech.it
29/07/2020

The AmaTech Blog review praises the Jabra Elite 45hGo as an exceptional, budget-friendly option priced under €100. The reviewer highlights pros such as their outstanding comfort and lightweight build, allowing for up to six hours of continuous use without discomfort due to a soft, memory-foam-like headband and robust plastic materials. Performance-wise, they offer excellent...Read more

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