JBL Live Pro 2
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Jabra Elite 85t
See price on AmazonOverall Score 7.8 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
Category | Features | JBL Live Pro 2 | Jabra Elite 85t |
---|---|---|---|
DESIGN | ingress protection (ip) rating | IPX5 | IPX4 |
weight | 9.6g | 14g | |
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 | 11mm | 12mm | |
lowest frequency | 20Hz | 20Hz | |
highest frequency | 20,000Hz | 20,000Hz | |
sound pressure level | 93dB/mW | ✗ | |
POWER | battery life | 10hours | 5.5hours |
battery life of charging case | 30hours | 20hours | |
charge time | 2hours | 1hours | |
has wireless charging | ✓ | ✓ | |
has a battery level indicator | ✓ | ✓ | |
CONNECTIVITY | has usb type-c | ✓ | ✓ |
bluetooth version | v5.2 | v5 | |
maximum bluetooth range | 10meters | 10meters | |
has aac | ✗ | ✓ | |
has aptx adaptive | ✓ | ✗ | |
MICROPHONE | number of microphones | 6only | 6only |
has a noise-canceling microphone | ✓ | ✓ | |
mic sensitivity | -38dBV/Pa | ✗ | |
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 | 1Years | 2Years | |
has voice prompts | ✓ | ✓ | |
travel bag is included | ✓ | ✓ | |
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Ingress protection ratings is the level of protection given by an enclosure, against solids and liquids. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value of the IP rating means protection against solids say dust, followed by the one that refers to protection against liquids (sweat).
Scoring IPX4, the Jabra Elite 85t's rating for solids indicates that no data available to specify a protection rating, and of liquids 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, JBL Live Pro 2 have a rating of IPX5 meaning that
we are not yet certain of their rating with solids (dust)
and that of liquids is that,
JBL Live Pro 2 has a higher liquid rating than Jabra Elite 85t
Jabra Elite 85t have a weight of 14g . We prefer a lower weight best for the reason that lighter devices are easier to transport.
JBL Live Pro 2, at 9.6g
weigh less than the Jabra Elite 85t with a difference -4.4g
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 have no wires. This is an important difference since wireless earbuds have wires linking the 2 earbuds together.
JBL Live Pro 2 also is true wireless since it doesn't have wires linking the 2 earbuds .
Jabra Elite 85t are resistant to sweat
JBL Live Pro 2's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use during long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc
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 JBL Live Pro 2 also have stereo speakers
ANC makes use of advanced kind of tech to actively cancel noise. ANC works when, it listens to the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and after generates a mirror signal to cancel it out. Simply put, it's like having +1 (sound from your surrounding) then adding -1 (counter sound by the device) giving zero thus "diluting" the noise.
The Jabra Elite 85t have ANC enabling you to listen at lower volume levels, causing less ear fatigue as you don't have to crank up the device volume to outcompete background sounds.
The JBL Live Pro 2 too have Active Noise Cancellation making either of the earbuds ideal for plane rides and morning commutes. Each operate with different noise cancellation modes, pick the mode that suits your travel or that enhances your relaxation time.
The Jabra Elite 85t stay tightly in place, creating an acoustic seal that tones down background sounds and also prevents the earbuds voice audio from leaking out at the same.
Both of these devices have passive noise reduction which means that they tone down ambient noise instead of actively using ANC to cancel it out.
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 basically a mini speaker that produces sound in the device, the unit size corellates with the loudness of the earbuds.
JBL Live Pro 2 driver unit is 11mm in diameter,
which means that they have a smaller driver unit than that of Jabra Elite 85t by 1mm
, as many tend to believe that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.
However, large drivers find it difficult to produce high frequencies so it's true that, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not imply that they deliver better quality sound.
The Jabra Elite 85t's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well an audio device produces low frequencies that can be heard, and if it alters the signal while at it.
JBL Live Pro 2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that
both devices produce equal bass
The Jabra Elite 85t's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response indicates how well a particular audio component makes high human frequencies and if it makes any adjustments to the signal on its way through.
JBL Live Pro 2's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that
both devices generate equal treble
SPL, is the pressure level of sound, in decibels, dB, JBL Live Pro 2's measurement is 93dB/mW. Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source.
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 usually given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings.
JBL Live Pro 2's battery life is
more than that of Jabra Elite 85t by 4.5 hours
. Every time you recharge your device, 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.
This is given by the manufacturer, and the Jabra Elite 85t's case has a charge of 20 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go multiple times before having to recharge the case itself.
JBL Live Pro 2's charging case has a battery life of 30 hours,
more than that of Jabra Elite 85t by 10 hours
It requires 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 unused for extended periods.
JBL Live Pro 2 takes 2 hours to fully charge the battery,
more than that of Jabra Elite 85t by 1 hours
The Jabra Elite 85t, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you just place down on a supported charging pad.
JBL Live Pro 2 also support wireless charging, always look out for the charging standard of a device.
Jabra Elite 85t have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the device has a low battery. Its lights show the charging state of your device and case.
JBL Live Pro 2 too have a battery level indicator, these allow you determine the charging state of your device, whether fully charged, or having a low battery.
Jabra Elite 85t use USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable.
JBL Live Pro 2 too have USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug comes along with most current electronics.
The Jabra Elite 85t have Bluetooth version of 5, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.
JBL Live Pro 2 has a Bluetooth version of 5.2,
newer than that of Jabra Elite 85t
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
Jabra Elite 85t have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth.
JBL Live Pro 2 have a maximum range of 10meters,
equal to that of the Jabra Elite 85t
Jabra Elite 85t support AAC, a codec that is used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Since 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 fine with your iPhone. If you are planning on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well.
The JBL Live Pro 2 support APTX Adaptive, an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that are developed by Qualcomm. It has a variable bit rate (between 279kbps and 420kbps).
The Jabra Elite 85t have 6 microphones.
JBL Live Pro 2 microphones are 6,
equal to that of the Jabra Elite 85t
. More microphones result in better sound quality and help the device to filter out noise.
The Jabra Elite 85t use a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are designed to reduce noise from the desired sound.
The JBL Live Pro 2 too use a noise-canceling type of microphone. Especially useful in noisy areas.
JBL Live Pro 2 microphone sensitivity is measured at -38dBV/Pa. The magnitude of the analog or digital output signal from the microphone with its input stimulus is a measure of its sensitivity. It's the 'loudness' of the sound that the earbud microphone can recognize.
Jabra Elite 85t support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient noises so that they can still be heard even when wearing them
The JBL Live Pro 2 support ambient sound mode as well, helpful when you want to listen to music while being aware of your surrounding, say you’re having a run but would still want to hear traffic.
The Jabra Elite 85t have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when they are removed from your ears .
JBL Live Pro 2 support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears improving your listening experience.
When lost in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, the Jabra Elite 85t support the find earbuds feature.
The JBL Live Pro 2 also have the find earbuds feature. You can use the earbuds app on your phone to play an alarm from your device to locate them.
Jabra Elite 85t support fast charging. Usually, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the time it takes to charge a device.
JBL Live Pro 2 too support fast charging. It's very similar to regular charging, just that the battery fills up much faster. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in just thirty minutes.
Jabra Elite 85t have a multipoint of 2 connections, this feature allows you connect 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 JBL Live Pro 2 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 from another connected device.
Jabra Elite 85t have a mute function, they support the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.
The JBL Live Pro 2 too have this function. It means that you unilaterally turn off the device's microphone, but you can still hear the other party's voice.
The Jabra Elite 85t, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the device.
JBL Live Pro 2 too have a control panel on them.
The 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. JBL Live Pro 2 have a warranty period of 1Years,
less than that of Jabra Elite 85t by 1 Years
.
The Jabra Elite 85t have voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, like if there is a problem with the connection.
The JBL Live Pro 2 too have voice prompts meaning the earbuds will notify you if the battery is running low, and you need to recharge them.
Jabra Elite 85t come with a special case. Carrying earbuds without a case, or placing them in your bag without a casing can easily put them at risk of getting damaged.
JBL Live Pro 2 also have a travel bag included, which is useful for safe transportation.