Jabra Elite 5 with aptX, Hybrid ANC launched in India


Jabra has launched the Elite 5, a new hybrid ANC TWS powered by the Qualcomm QCC3050 Bluetooth chipset in India, after it was announced in September 2022.

Jabra Elite 5 TWS has 6 microphones for calling and 6mm drivers. It supports Qualcomm aptX Audio, AAC and SBC codecs, and has Spotify tap playback. The Jabra Elite 5 is powered by the Qualcomm QCC3050 Bluetooth chip and features hybrid ANC technology using both feedback and feed-forward microphones for a custom noise-cancelling experience that’s less sensitive to ear placement and provides reliable cancellation across a wider frequency range.

It also features Bluetooth Multipoint, Google Fast Pair (for Android 6.0+), Microsoft Swift Pair (for Windows 10+), Google Assistant, and Alexa built-in activated by voice. It offers 7 hours of play time with ANC on and 28 hours with the case. The earbuds have customizable EQ and an IP55 rating for dust and water resistance. They also have Qi-certified wireless charging. The Jabra Elite 5 TWS is compatible with both Android and iOS.

Specifications: Jabra Elite 5
  • Form factor: In-ear true wireless earbuds
  • Hybrid ANC to block out more noise
  • 6-mic call tech for clear calls
  • 6mm speakers for incredible sound
  • Switch between devices with Bluetooth Multipoint
  • Charging time Up to 180 minutes
  • Fast charge Up to 1 hour use, when charging earbuds for 10 minutes in charging case
  • Bluetooth version: 5.2
  • Bluetooth profiles: A2DP v1.3, AVRCP v1.6, HFP v1.8, HSP v1.2
  • IP rating IP55
  • LED features and functions: Battery status, Bluetooth pairing
  • Audio codecs supported: AAC, Qualcomm aptX, SBC
  • Microphone type: MEMS
  • App support: Jabra Sound+
  • Voice assistant enabled: Amazon Alexa, Siri, Google Assistant (Android only)
  • Other features: Spotify Tap, Google Fast Pair, MyControls
  • Battery: Music time total ANC off (earbuds and charging case): Up to 36 hours; Music time ANC off (earbuds): Up to 9 hours; Music time with ANC (earbuds): Up to 7 hours ; Music time with ANC (earbuds and charging case): Up to 28 hours
  • Wireless charging

Pricing and availability

The Jabra Elite 5 is available in Black, Titanium Black and Gold Beige and can be purchased on Amazon.in and on the company’s website starting February 10 for a price of Rs. 14,999.

Speaking on the announcement, Ashish Srivastava, Marketing Manager, India & SAARC, Jabra, said,

“In today’s work from anywhere in the world, toggling between work and personal tasks, distractions go hand in hand, making it more and more difficult to zone in on what’s important. To keep up with it all, Jabra has engineered the Jabra Elite 5, offering the chance to truly focus, connect and call with a clear mind. We are excited to introduce these all-rounder earbuds to our Indian users so they can immerse themselves in music and stay connected,”