Jabra Elite 85T Vs. Apple Airpods (3Rd Gen) Review In Detail

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Jabra Elite 85t IPX4

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) IPX4

IP ratings refer to the rating of protection offered by an enclosure, against solids and water. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value refers to protection against solids such as dust, followed by the one that refers to protection against liquids (water).

Scoring IPX4, the Jabra Elite 85t's rating is read as, the first number of X denotes that no data available to specify a protection rating, and the second value of 4 means that they can withstand low pressure spray similar to that of a shower head when tilted at 180° for 10 minutes.

In comparison to the Jabra Elite 85t, Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a rating of IPX4 meaning that we are not yet certain of their rating with solids (dust) and that of liquids is that, they both have the same rating against liquids

Weight

Jabra Elite 85t 14g

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 8.56g

The Jabra Elite 85t have a weight of 14g . We consider a lower weight better for the reason that lighter devices are more comfortable to transport.

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen), at 8.56g weigh less than the Jabra Elite 85t with a difference -5.44g

Has No Wires Or Cables

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

For a device to be true wireless it should have no cables connecting any part of the device together, Jabra Elite 85t are true wireless for this case since they don't have wires. This is a major distinction as some wireless earbuds have wires connecting the two earbuds .

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) also is true wireless since it doesn't have cables connecting the pair of earbuds together.

Sweat Resistance

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

Jabra Elite 85t are resistant to sweat

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s resistance to sweat makes both devices good for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc

Has Stereo Speakers

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

Jabra Elite 85t have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience.

Both Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) and Jabra Elite 85t have stereo speakers

Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

ANC uses advanced kind of tech to reduce unwanted ambient sounds. ANC works when, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern of incoming noise and then inverts the soundwaves to counter it. In simple terms, it's like having +1 (sound from your surrounding) and adding -1 (counter sound by the device) to make 0 resulting in a reduced level of noise.

Jabra Elite 85t have Active Noise Cancellation allowing you to listen at lower volume levels, good for your ears as you don't need to crank up the earbuds volume to overcome background noise.

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) too have Active Noise Cancellation which makes both earbuds ideal for plane rides and rush hour travels. Each operate with different noise cancellation types, pick the setting that you prefer for commute or that enhances your relaxation time.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

Jabra Elite 85t sit well in place, creating an acoustic seal that reduces your environment sounds while preventing the earbuds voice audio from leaking out .

Both of these devices have passive noise reduction which implies that both reduce ambient noise without using technology to cancel it out.

Driver Unit Size

Jabra Elite 85t 12mm

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 11mm

Jabra Elite 85t have a unit size of 12mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, therefor producing better bass. The driver unit is basically a mini speaker that produces sound in the earbuds, its size corellates with the sound produced by the device.

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) driver unit is 11mm in diameter, which means that they have a smaller driver unit than that of Jabra Elite 85t by 1mm , a common assumption that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.

However, large drivers usually have difficulty producing high frequencies so it's true that, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not mean that they produce better quality sound.

Lowest Frequency

Jabra Elite 85t 20Hz

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 10Hz

The Jabra Elite 85t's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well a particular audio device generates low frequencies that can be heard, and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it.

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s lowest frequency is at 10Hz, this implies that Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) can make sound with a juicier bass than the Jabra Elite 85t

Highest Frequency

Jabra Elite 85t 20,000Hz

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 20,000Hz

Jabra Elite 85t's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio component generates high human frequencies and if it changes to the signal while at it.

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that both devices generate equal treble

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Battery Life

Jabra Elite 85t 5.5hours

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 6hours

The Jabra Elite 85t's battery life is 5.5 hours, these last longer than 5 hours of listening which is considered average before recharge. A device's battery life is commonly given by the manufacturer, and with more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings.

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s battery life is more than that of Jabra Elite 85t by 0.5 hours . Each time you recharge your device, they get a little less playing time. The effect is barely noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time.

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Jabra Elite 85t 20hours

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 30hours

This is given by the manufacturer, and Jabra Elite 85t's case is said to have a full charge of 20 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go many times before having to recharge the case itself.

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s charging case has a battery life of 30 hours, more than that of Jabra Elite 85t by 10 hours

Charge Time

Jabra Elite 85t 1hours

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 0.3hours

It takes 1 hours to fully charge the Jabra Elite 85t's battery. It is recommended to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds when they have been unused for extended periods.

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) takes 0.3 hours to fully charge the battery, less than that of Jabra Elite 85t by 0.7 hours

Has Wireless Charging

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

Jabra Elite 85t, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the device, you simply place down on a supported charging pad.

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) also support wireless charging, take note of the charging standard of a device.

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

The Jabra Elite 85t have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the device has a low battery. The battery indicator lights show the charging state of your earbuds and case.

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) too have a battery level indicator, these enable you determine the charging state of your device, whether fully charged, or the battery is running low.

Has Usb Type-C

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✗

The Jabra Elite 85t use USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable.

Bluetooth Version

Jabra Elite 85t v5

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) v5

Jabra Elite 85t have Bluetooth version of 5, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data transfers between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) has a Bluetooth version of 5, equal to that of the Jabra Elite 85t . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Jabra Elite 85t 10meters

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 10meters

The Jabra Elite 85t have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth.

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the Jabra Elite 85t

Has Aac

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

Jabra Elite 85t support AAC, a codec used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Because it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it provides better results than other codecs at a similar bit rate.

Since its the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Jabra Elite 85t will work well with your MacBook. If you are planning on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well.

The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) support AAC as well. Designed to be the successor of the MP3 format, AAC generally achieves higher sound quality than MP3 encoders at the same bit rate.

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Number Of Microphones

Jabra Elite 85t 6only

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 6only

The Jabra Elite 85t have 6 microphones.

While the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) microphones are 6, equal to that of the Jabra Elite 85t . More microphones record better sound quality and enable the device to filter out noise.

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

The Jabra Elite 85t have a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are designed to filter out background sounds from the desired sound.

The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) too use a noise-canceling microphone. Especially useful in noisy areas.

Has Ambient Sound Mode

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✗

The Jabra Elite 85t support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient noises so that they can still be heard even when wearing the earbuds

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

Jabra Elite 85t support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when they are removed from your ears .

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears saving battery life.

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

If lost in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, the Jabra Elite 85t support the find earbuds feature.

The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) also have the find earbuds feature. You can use the earbuds app on your phone to play a sound from your device to help you find them.

Supports Fast Charging

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

Jabra Elite 85t support fast charging. Most often, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the time it takes to charge the earbuds.

The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) support fast charging. This kind is similar to regular charging, just that the battery is filling up much faster. Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in thirty minutes.

Multipoint Count

Jabra Elite 85t 2only

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 2only

The Jabra Elite 85t support multipoint of 2 connections, the multipoint feature allows you connect to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. For example, you can easily switch calls from one device to another without manually disconnect and reconnect.

The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a multipoint count of 2, equal to that of the Jabra Elite 85t . Bluetooth multipoint is useful because you can be on one call and not miss notifications coming from another connected device.

Has A Mute Function

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

The Jabra Elite 85t have a mute function, they have the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.

The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) too support this function. The mute function means that you can turn off the device's microphone, but you can still hear the other party's voice.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

With the Jabra Elite 85t, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the earbuds.

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) also have a control panel on them.

Warranty Period

Jabra Elite 85t 2Years

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) 1Years

Jabra Elite 85t have a warranty period of 2 Years, the period of time that warrant free repair and adjustment services in case of a malfunction occurring under normal use that has followed instruction manuals.

If covered under the manufacturer’s warranty it is possible to get a replacement a malfunction occurs. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a warranty period of 1Years, less than that of Jabra Elite 85t by 1 Years .

Has Voice Prompts

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

The Jabra Elite 85t have voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information via audio messages, like if there is an issue with the connection.

The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) too have voice prompts meaning the earbuds notifies you if the battery is running low, and you need to recharge the earbuds.

Travel Bag Is Included

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) ✓

Jabra Elite 85t come with their own special case. Carrying earphones without a case, or placing them inside your pockets without a cover can easily damage them.

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) too have a case included, which offers safe transportation.

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Category	Features	Jabra Elite 85t	Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)
DESIGN	ingress protection (ip) rating	IPX4	IPX4
	weight	14g	8.56g
	has no wires or cables	✓	✓
	sweat resistance	✓	✓
	has stereo speakers	✓	✓
SOUND QUALITY	has active noise cancellation (noise control)	✓	✓
	has passive noise reduction	✓	✓
	driver unit size	12mm	11mm
	lowest frequency	20Hz	10Hz
	highest frequency	20,000Hz	20,000Hz
POWER	battery life	5.5hours	6hours
	battery life of charging case	20hours	30hours
	charge time	1hours	0.3hours
	has wireless charging	✓	✓
	has a battery level indicator	✓	✓
CONNECTIVITY	has usb type-c	✓	✗
	bluetooth version	v5	v5
	maximum bluetooth range	10meters	10meters
	has aac	✓	✓
MICROPHONE	number of microphones	6only	6only
MICROPHONE	has a noise-canceling microphone	✓	✓
EXTRAS	has ambient sound mode	✓	✗
	has in/on-ear detection	✓	✓
	has find earbuds feature	✓	✓
	supports fast charging	✓	✓
	multipoint count	2only	2only
	has a mute function	✓	✓
	control panel placed on a device	✓	✓
	warranty period	2Years	1Years
	has voice prompts	✓	✓
	travel bag is included	✓	✓
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Jabra Elite 85T Vs. Apple Airpods (3Rd Gen) Review In Detail

Design

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Weight

Has No Wires Or Cables

Sweat Resistance

Has Stereo Speakers

Sound Quality

Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Driver Unit Size

Lowest Frequency

Highest Frequency

Power

Battery Life

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Charge Time

Has Wireless Charging

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Connectivity

Has Usb Type-C

Bluetooth Version

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Has Aac

Microphone

Number Of Microphones

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Extras

Has Ambient Sound Mode

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Supports Fast Charging

Multipoint Count

Has A Mute Function

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Warranty Period

Has Voice Prompts

Travel Bag Is Included