Jabra Elite 85T Vs. Apple Airpods Pro (2Nd Gen) Review In Detail

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Jabra Elite 85t IPX4

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) IPX4

IP ratings is the rank of protection given by an enclosure, against dust and water. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value of the IP rating represents protection against solids such as dust, while the second refers to protection against liquids (water).

Having a value of IPX4, the Jabra Elite 85t's rating for solids indicates 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.

Compared to the Jabra Elite 85t, Apple AirPods Pro (2nd 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 Pro (2nd Gen) 10.6g

The Jabra Elite 85t have a weight of 14g . We prefer a lower weight better because lighter devices are easier to move with.

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen), at 10.6g weigh less than the Jabra Elite 85t with a difference -3.4g

Has No Wires Or Cables

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

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

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) also is true wireless because it has no wires connecting the pair of earbuds .

Sweat Resistance

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Jabra Elite 85t have sweat resistance

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc

Has Stereo Speakers

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Jabra Elite 85t have stereo speakers, what this means is that Jabra Elite 85t's speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience.

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) also have stereo speakers

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Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

ANC makes use of advanced technology to actively counter noise. ANC works when, it studies the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and after inverts the soundwaves to counter it. In simple terms, it's like having +1 (sound from your surrounding) then producing -1 (inverted noise) to make 0 which results in a reduced level of noise.

The Jabra Elite 85t have ANC allowing you to listen at lower levels of volume, good for your ears since you don't have to crank up the device volume to overcome background noise.

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too have Active Noise Cancellation making both devices ideal for flights and rush hour travels. The Jabra Elite 85t and Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) work with different noise cancellation settings, pick the mode that you prefer for commute or that enhances your chill time.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Jabra Elite 85t stay tightly in place, this creates an acoustic seal that reduces background noise and also prevents the device sound from leaking out at the same.

Both Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen), and Jabra Elite 85t have passive noise reduction which implies that they tone down ambient noise instead of actively using technology to cancel it out.

Driver Unit Size

Jabra Elite 85t 12mm

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) 11mm

The Jabra Elite 85t have a unit size of 12mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, and can produce better bass. A driver unit is the component that makes sound in the earbuds, its size corellates with the loudness of the device.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd 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 find it difficult to produce high frequencies so yeah, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not indicate that they deliver better quality sound.

Lowest Frequency

Jabra Elite 85t 20Hz

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) 20Hz

The Jabra Elite 85t's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well a particular audio device produces low recognizable frequencies and if it alters the signal while at it.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that both devices make sound with equal bass

Highest Frequency

Jabra Elite 85t 20,000Hz

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) 20,000Hz

Jabra Elite 85t's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response measures if and how well an audio component produces high human frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that both devices can produce equal treble

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Battery Life

Jabra Elite 85t 5.5hours

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) 6hours

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

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)'s battery life is more than that of Jabra Elite 85t by 0.5 hours . Every time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less listening time. The effect is barely noticeable at first, but over a few years, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time.

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Jabra Elite 85t 20hours

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) 24hours

The battery life of the charging case is given by the vendor, and the Jabra Elite 85t's case has 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 Pro (2nd Gen)'s charging case has a battery life of 24 hours, more than that of Jabra Elite 85t by 4 hours

Charge Time

Jabra Elite 85t 1hours

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) 1hours

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

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) takes 1 hours to fully charge the battery, equal to that of the Jabra Elite 85t

Has Wireless Charging

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

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

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) also support wireless charging, take note of the charging standard of the earbuds.

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Jabra Elite 85t have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the earbuds has a low battery. Its lights display the charging status of your device and charging case.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators enable you tell the charging state of your device, whether fully charged, or the battery is running low.

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Has Usb Type-C

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✗

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

Bluetooth Version

Jabra Elite 85t v5

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) v5.3

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

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) has a Bluetooth version of 5.3, newer than that of Jabra Elite 85t . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Jabra Elite 85t 10meters

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) 10meters

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

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the Jabra Elite 85t

Has Aac

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

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

Since its the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Jabra Elite 85t will work well with your iPhone. If you intend on using these with Android you need to pay even closer attention to codec support for if they only have AAC they won't provide the best audio quality possible, ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well.

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd 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 Pro (2nd Gen) 6only

Jabra Elite 85t have 6 microphones.

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) microphones are 6, equal to that of the Jabra Elite 85t . More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the earbuds to filter out background sounds.

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Jabra Elite 85t have a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are designed to reduce background sounds from the earbuds' sound.

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too have a noise-canceling type of microphone. Especially useful in noisy areas.

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Has Ambient Sound Mode

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Jabra Elite 85t support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient noises to still be heard even while wearing them

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support ambient sound mode as well, it’s useful when you want to listen to music but also be aware of your surrounding, for example when you’re having a jog but still want to hear traffic.

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

The Jabra Elite 85t support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when they are removed from your ears so that the music is paused.

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too 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 Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

If misplaced in a room, or can't be found in your bag, the Jabra Elite 85t support the find earbuds feature.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too have the find earbuds feature. Simply use the earbuds app on your smartphone to play an alarm from your device to help you locate them.

Supports Fast Charging

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

The Jabra Elite 85t support fast charging. Usually, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the time it takes to charge a device.

Also the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) support fast charging. It's very similar to regular charging, just that the battery fills 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 Pro (2nd Gen) 2only

The Jabra Elite 85t support multipoint of 2 connections, this feature allows you to link to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. Say, you can switch calls from one device to another without having to manually disconnect and reconnect.

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) have a multipoint count of 2, equal to that of the Jabra Elite 85t . Bluetooth multipoint comes in handy when you can be on one call without missing notifications coming from another connected device.

Has A Mute Function

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

Jabra Elite 85t have a mute function, they have the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) also support this function. The mute function means that you are in position 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 Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

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

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) also have a control panel on them.

Warranty Period

Jabra Elite 85t 2Years

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✗

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.

Has Voice Prompts

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

The Jabra Elite 85t support voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, say if there is a problem with the connection.

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) also have voice prompts .i.e the earbuds notifies you when the battery is low, and it's time to recharge the earbuds.

Travel Bag Is Included

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) ✓

The Jabra Elite 85t come with their own special case. Carrying earbuds openly, or placing them in your bag without a casing can easily damage them.

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) too have a travel bag included, which is useful for safe transportation.

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Category	Features	Jabra Elite 85t	Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)
DESIGN	ingress protection (ip) rating	IPX4	IPX4
	weight	14g	10.6g
	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	20Hz
	highest frequency	20,000Hz	20,000Hz
POWER	battery life	5.5hours	6hours
	battery life of charging case	20hours	24hours
	charge time	1hours	1hours
	has wireless charging	✓	✓
	has a battery level indicator	✓	✓
CONNECTIVITY	has usb type-c	✓	✗
	bluetooth version	v5	v5.3
	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	✗
	has voice prompts	✓	✓
	travel bag is included	✓	✓
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