Jabra Elite 85T Vs. Oneplus Buds Pro 2 Review In Detail

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Jabra Elite 85t IPX4

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 IP55

IP ratings is the rank of protection given by an enclosure, against dust and water. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value refers to protection against solids say dust, while the second refers to protection against liquids (sweat).

Scoring IPX4, the Jabra Elite 85t's rating is read as, the first value of X denotes 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, OnePlus Buds Pro 2 have a rating of IP55 meaning that ingress of dust is not totally prevented but dust does not enter in harmful quantities to interfere with the correct operation or impair safety and that of liquids is that, Jabra Elite 85t has a lower liquid rating than OnePlus Buds Pro 2

Weight

Jabra Elite 85t 14g

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 9.8g

The Jabra Elite 85t have a weight of 14g . We prefer a lower weight best for the reason that lighter devices are more comfortable to move with.

OnePlus Buds Pro 2, at 9.8g weigh less than the Jabra Elite 85t by -4.2g

Has No Wires Or Cables

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 ✓

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 have no wires. This is a key difference as some wireless earbuds have wires linking the pair of earbuds together.

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 also is true wireless because it has no wires connecting the two earbuds .

Sweat Resistance

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 ✓

Jabra Elite 85t have sweat resistance

OnePlus Buds Pro 2's resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal for use during long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc

Has Stereo Speakers

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 ✓

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

Both OnePlus Buds Pro 2 and Jabra Elite 85t have stereo speakers

Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 ✓

ANC makes use of more advanced kind of tech to actively cancel noise. How it works, it studies the sound pattern of incoming noise and generates a mirror signal to cancel it out. Simply put, 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 enabling 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.

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 too have Active Noise Cancellation which makes either of the devices ideal for plane rides and morning commutes. The Jabra Elite 85t and OnePlus Buds Pro 2 work with different noise cancellation modes, pick the mode that suits your travel or that suites your relaxation time.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 ✓

Jabra Elite 85t sit well in place, this creates a sound seal that reduces your environment noise while preventing the earbuds voice audio from leaking out .

Both of these devices have passive noise reduction this implies that both tone down ambient noise instead of actively using technology to cancel it out.

Driver Unit Size

Jabra Elite 85t 12mm

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 11mm

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 device, the unit size dictates the sound produced by the earbuds.

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 driver unit is 11mm in diameter, which implies that they have a smaller driver unit than that of Jabra Elite 85t by 1mm , many people have a misconception that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.

However, large drivers usually have difficulty producing high frequencies so yes, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not mean that they produce better quality sound.

Lowest Frequency

Jabra Elite 85t 20Hz

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 10Hz

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

OnePlus Buds Pro 2's lowest frequency is at 10Hz, this implies that OnePlus Buds Pro 2 can make sound with a juicier bass than the Jabra Elite 85t

Highest Frequency

Jabra Elite 85t 20,000Hz

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 40,000Hz

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

OnePlus Buds Pro 2's highest frequency is at 40,000Hz, this means that OnePlus Buds Pro 2 can generate a clearer and crispier treble than the Jabra Elite 85t

Sound Pressure Level

Jabra Elite 85t ✗

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 97dB/mW

SPL, is the level of pressure of sound, measured in decibels, dB, OnePlus Buds Pro 2's measurement is 97dB/mW. Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source.

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Battery Life

Jabra Elite 85t 5.5hours

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 9hours

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.

OnePlus Buds Pro 2's battery life is more than that of Jabra Elite 85t by 3.5 hours . Each 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 no longer play for long like they used to.

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Jabra Elite 85t 20hours

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 30hours

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

OnePlus Buds Pro 2'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

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 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 long periods.

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 takes 1 hours to fully charge the battery, equal to that of the Jabra Elite 85t

Has Wireless Charging

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 ✓

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

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 also support wireless charging, take note of the charging standard of a device.

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 ✓

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

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators allow you to determine the charging state of your earbuds, if charged fully, or having a low battery.

Has Usb Type-C

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 ✓

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

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 too support USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current laptops, phones, and tablets.

Bluetooth Version

Jabra Elite 85t v5

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 v5.2

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.

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 has a Bluetooth version of 5.2, newer than that of Jabra Elite 85t . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Jabra Elite 85t 10meters

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 10meters

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

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the Jabra Elite 85t

Has Aac

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 ✓

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 provides better results than other codecs at the same bit rate.

Being 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 OnePlus Buds Pro 2 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

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 6only

Jabra Elite 85t have 6 microphones.

The OnePlus Buds Pro 2 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

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 ✓

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

The OnePlus Buds Pro 2 too have a noise-canceling type of microphone. Especially useful in noisy areas.

Mic Sensitivity

Jabra Elite 85t ✗

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 -38dBV/Pa

The OnePlus Buds Pro 2 microphone sensitivity is measured at -38dBV/Pa. The size of the analog or digital output signal from the microphone with its input stimulus is a calculation of its sensitivity. It's the 'loudness' of the sound that the microphone can pick up.

Has Ambient Sound Mode

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 ✓

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

The OnePlus Buds Pro 2 support ambient sound mode as well, helpful when you want to listen to music while being aware of your surrounding, for example when you’re having a run but would still want to be able to hear traffic.

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 ✗

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

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 ✓

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

The OnePlus Buds Pro 2 also have the find earbuds feature. Use the earbuds app on your phone to play an alarm from your earbuds to locate them.

Supports Fast Charging

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 ✓

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

Also the OnePlus Buds Pro 2 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 is charged to 50% in just thirty minutes.

Multipoint Count

Jabra Elite 85t 2only

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 2only

The Jabra Elite 85t support multipoint of 2 connections, the multipoint feature allows you to link 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 OnePlus Buds 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 without missing notifications from another connected device.

Has A Mute Function

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 ✓

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

The OnePlus Buds Pro 2 also support this function. It means that you are in position turn off the earbuds' microphone, but you can still hear the other party's voice.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 ✓

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

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 too have a control panel on them.

Warranty Period

Jabra Elite 85t 2Years

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 ✗

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 following instruction manuals.

Has Voice Prompts

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 ✓

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

The OnePlus Buds Pro 2 too have voice prompts .i.e the earbuds will notify you when the battery is running low, and you need to recharge them.

Travel Bag Is Included

Jabra Elite 85t ✓

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 ✓

The Jabra Elite 85t come with a special pouch. Carrying earphones without a case, or putting them inside your pockets without a casing can easily damage them.

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 too have a case included, which offers safe transportation.

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Category	Features	Jabra Elite 85t	OnePlus Buds Pro 2
DESIGN	ingress protection (ip) rating	IPX4	IP55
	weight	14g	9.8g
	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	40,000Hz
	sound pressure level	✗	97dB/mW
POWER	battery life	5.5hours	9hours
	battery life of charging case	20hours	30hours
	charge time	1hours	1hours
	has wireless charging	✓	✓
	has a battery level indicator	✓	✓
CONNECTIVITY	has usb type-c	✓	✓
	bluetooth version	v5	v5.2
	maximum bluetooth range	10meters	10meters
	has aac	✓	✓
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	2Years	✗
	has voice prompts	✓	✓
	travel bag is included	✓	✓
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Jabra Elite 85T Vs. Oneplus Buds Pro 2 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

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

Microphone

Number Of Microphones

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Mic Sensitivity

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