Jabra Elite 85T Vs. Google Pixel Buds Pro Review In Detail

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Google Pixel Buds Pro IPX4

Jabra Elite 85t IPX4

IP ratings is the level of protection offered by a casing, against dust and liquids. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value of the IP rating represents protection against solids say dust, while the second refers to resistance 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 number 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, Google Pixel Buds Pro 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

Google Pixel Buds Pro 12.4g

Jabra Elite 85t 14g

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.

The Google Pixel Buds Pro, at 12.4g are lighter than the Jabra Elite 85t with a difference -1.6g

Has No Wires Or Cables

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

For a device to be true wireless it must 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 difference since wireless earbuds have cables linking the pair of earbuds .

Google Pixel Buds Pro also is true wireless since it has no cables linking the two earbuds together.

Wingtips Included

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Jabra Elite 85t ✗

Google Pixel Buds Pro have wingtips, these are commonly used for workout earbuds and are usually an optional add-on to each silicone ear tip for a better fit.

Sweat Resistance

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

Jabra Elite 85t have sweat resistance

Google Pixel Buds Pro's resistance to sweat makes both devices good for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc

Has Stereo Speakers

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

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.

Both Google Pixel Buds Pro and Jabra Elite 85t have stereo speakers

Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

Active noise cancellation makes use of advanced kind of tech to reduce unwanted ambient sounds. How it works, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and then generates a mirror signal to cancel it out. Simply put, it's like taking +1 (noise) then producing -1 (counter sound by the device) giving zero resulting in a reduced level of noise.

The Jabra Elite 85t have Active Noise Cancellation enabling you to listen at lower volume levels, causing less ear fatigue as you don't need to crank up the earbuds volume to outcompete background sounds.

The Google Pixel Buds Pro too have Active Noise Cancellation making both earbuds ideal for plane rides and rush hour commutes. The Jabra Elite 85t and Google Pixel Buds Pro operate with different noise cancellation settings, pick the noise cancellation type that suits your commute or that enhances your chill time.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

The Jabra Elite 85t stay tightly in place, this creates a sound covering that tones down background sounds while preventing the device music from leaking out .

Both Google Pixel Buds Pro, and Jabra Elite 85t have passive noise reduction which implies that they limit ambient noise instead of actively using technology to cancel it out.

Driver Unit Size

Google Pixel Buds Pro 11mm

Jabra Elite 85t 12mm

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

Google Pixel Buds Pro driver unit is 11mm in diameter, which implies 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 are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not imply that they deliver better quality sound.

Lowest Frequency

Google Pixel Buds Pro 20Hz

Jabra Elite 85t 20Hz

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

Google Pixel Buds Pro's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that both devices can make sound with equal bass

Highest Frequency

Google Pixel Buds Pro 20,000Hz

Jabra Elite 85t 20,000Hz

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

Google Pixel Buds Pro's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that both devices generate equal treble

Sound Pressure Level

Google Pixel Buds Pro 75dB/mW

Jabra Elite 85t ✗

The sound pressure level, is the level of pressure of sound, measured in decibels, dB, Google Pixel Buds Pro's measurement is 75dB/mW. Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source.

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Battery Life

Google Pixel Buds Pro 11hours

Jabra Elite 85t 5.5hours

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 longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings.

Google Pixel Buds Pro's battery life is more than that of Jabra Elite 85t by 5.5 hours . Each time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less playing time. The effect is not noticeable at first, but over a few years, your wireless earbuds will no longer play for long like they used to.

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Google Pixel Buds Pro 20hours

Jabra Elite 85t 20hours

The battery life of the charging case is given by the vendor, and 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.

Google Pixel Buds Pro's charging case has a battery life of 20 hours, equal to that of the Jabra Elite 85t

Charge Time

Google Pixel Buds Pro 1hours

Jabra Elite 85t 1hours

It requires 1 hours to fully charge the Jabra Elite 85t's battery. It is recommended to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds for the first time.

Google Pixel Buds Pro takes 1 hours to fully charge the battery, equal to that of the Jabra Elite 85t

Has Wireless Charging

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

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

Google Pixel Buds Pro also support wireless charging, always look out for the charging standard of the earbuds.

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

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

Google Pixel Buds Pro too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators allow you to determine the charging state of your device, whether fully charged, or the battery is running low.

Has Usb Type-C

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

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

Google Pixel Buds Pro too support USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug comes along with most current laptops, phones, and tablets.

Bluetooth Version

Google Pixel Buds Pro v5

Jabra Elite 85t v5

The 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.

Google Pixel Buds Pro has a Bluetooth version of 5, equal to that of the Jabra Elite 85t . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Google Pixel Buds Pro 10meters

Jabra Elite 85t 10meters

Jabra Elite 85t have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth.

Google Pixel Buds Pro have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the Jabra Elite 85t

Has Aac

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

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 the same bit rate.

Since its the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Jabra Elite 85t will work fine with your iPhone. If you are planning 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 Google Pixel Buds Pro 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.

Has Ldac

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Jabra Elite 85t ✗

The Google Pixel Buds Pro support LDAC, a codec developed by Sony which allows streaming high-resolution audio over Bluetooth connections at up to 990 kbps at 32 bit/96 kHz. It can reach a high bitrate of 990kbps, providing high-resolution audio.

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Number Of Microphones

Google Pixel Buds Pro 6only

Jabra Elite 85t 6only

Jabra Elite 85t have 6 microphones.

The Google Pixel Buds Pro microphones are 6, equal to that of the Jabra Elite 85t . More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the device to filter out background sounds.

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

The Jabra Elite 85t use a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are designed to filter out background sounds from the earbuds' sound.

The Google Pixel Buds Pro too use a noise-canceling type of microphone. Especially useful in noisy environments.

Has Ambient Sound Mode

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

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

The Google Pixel Buds Pro 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

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

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

Google Pixel Buds Pro support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears improving your listening experience.

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

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

Google Pixel Buds Pro too have the find earbuds feature. Simply use the earbuds app on your smartphone to play a sound from your earbuds to help you locate them.

Supports Fast Charging

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

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

Also the Google Pixel Buds Pro too support fast charging. It's very similar to regular charging, only that the battery is filling up much faster. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in thirty minutes.

Multipoint Count

Google Pixel Buds Pro 2only

Jabra Elite 85t 2only

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

The Google Pixel Buds Pro support 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 from another connected device.

Has A Mute Function

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

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

The Google Pixel Buds Pro too have this function. It means that you can turn off the device's microphone, but still hear the other party's voice.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

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

Google Pixel Buds Pro too have a control panel on them.

Warranty Period

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✗

Jabra Elite 85t 2Years

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

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

Jabra Elite 85t have voice prompts. Automatically receive information via audio messages, like if there is a problem with the connection.

Google Pixel Buds Pro too support voice prompts .i.e the earbuds notifies you if the battery is running low, and you need to recharge the earbuds.

Travel Bag Is Included

Google Pixel Buds Pro ✓

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

Jabra Elite 85t come with a special case. Carrying earbuds openly, or putting them in your pockets without a casing may easily put them at risk of getting damaged.

Google Pixel Buds Pro also have a case included, which offers safe transportation.

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Category	Features	Google Pixel Buds Pro	Jabra Elite 85t
DESIGN	ingress protection (ip) rating	IPX4	IPX4
	weight	12.4g	14g
	has no wires or cables	✓	✓
	wingtips included	✓	✗
	sweat resistance	✓	✓
	has stereo speakers	✓	✓
SOUND QUALITY	has active noise cancellation (noise control)	✓	✓
	has passive noise reduction	✓	✓
	driver unit size	11mm	12mm
	lowest frequency	20Hz	20Hz
	highest frequency	20,000Hz	20,000Hz
	sound pressure level	75dB/mW	✗
POWER	battery life	11hours	5.5hours
	battery life of charging case	20hours	20hours
	charge time	1hours	1hours
	has wireless charging	✓	✓
	has a battery level indicator	✓	✓
CONNECTIVITY	has usb type-c	✓	✓
	bluetooth version	v5	v5
	maximum bluetooth range	10meters	10meters
	has aac	✓	✓
	has ldac	✓	✗
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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Jabra Elite 85T Vs. Google Pixel Buds Pro Review In Detail

Design

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Weight

Has No Wires Or Cables

Wingtips Included

Sweat Resistance

Has Stereo Speakers

Sound Quality

Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Driver Unit Size

Lowest Frequency

Highest Frequency

Sound Pressure Level

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

Has Ldac

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