Ingress protection ratings is the level of protection offered by an enclosure, against solids and water. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value of the IP rating refers to 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 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, Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro have a rating of IPX7 meaning that
we are not yet certain of their rating with solids (dust)
and that of liquids is that,
Jabra Elite 85t has a lower liquid rating than Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro
Jabra Elite 85t have a weight of 14g . We consider a lower weight better because lighter devices are easier to move with.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro, at 12.6g
are lighter than the Jabra Elite 85t by -1.4g
For a device to be true wireless it should 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 a major distinction as some wireless earbuds have cables linking the pair of earbuds .
Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro also is true wireless since it doesn't have cables connecting the 2 earbuds .
Jabra Elite 85t are resistant to sweat
Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc
Jabra Elite 85t have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience. The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro also have stereo speakers
Active noise cancellation makes use of more advanced technology to reduce ambient sounds.
How it works, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and inverts the soundwaves to counter it. Simply put, it's like taking +1 (noise) then adding -1 (inverted noise) giving zero resulting in a reduced level of noise.
The Jabra Elite 85t have ANC allowing you to listen at lower volume levels, causing less ear fatigue since you don't have to crank up the earbuds volume to overcome background sounds.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro too have ANC making both earbuds ideal for flights and morning commutes. The Jabra Elite 85t and Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro operate with different noise cancellation modes, pick the mode that suits your commute or that suites your chill time. Jabra Elite 85t sit well in place, this creates an acoustic seal that tones down your environment noise and also prevents the device music from leaking out .
Both of these devices have passive noise reduction this means that both limit ambient noise without using ANC to cancel it out.
Jabra Elite 85t driver unit is 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 dictates the loudness of the earbuds. Samsung Galaxy 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 usually have difficulty producing high frequencies so yeah, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not imply that they produce better quality sound. The Jabra Elite 85t's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well an audio device generates low audible frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it. Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that
both devices make sound with equal bass
The Jabra Elite 85t's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response shows how well a particular audio component produces high audible frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that
both devices can generate equal treble
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. Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro's battery life is
more than that of Jabra Elite 85t by 2.5 hours
. Each time you recharge your device, 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. This is given by the vendor, and the 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 recharging the case itself.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro's charging case has a battery life of 20 hours,
equal to that of the Jabra Elite 85t
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. Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro takes 1 hours to fully charge the battery,
equal to that of the Jabra Elite 85t
Jabra Elite 85t, the device supports wireless charging.
To charge the device, you just place down on a supported charging pad. Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro also support wireless charging, always look out for the charging standard of a device. The Jabra Elite 85t have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the device has a low battery.
Its lights display the charging state of your earbuds and charging case. Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro too have a battery level indicator, these allow you to tell the charging state of your earbuds, if charged fully, or having a low battery. The Jabra Elite 85t use USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro too support USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug comes along with most current electronics. Jabra Elite 85t have Bluetooth version of 5, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data movement between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro has a Bluetooth version of 5,
equal to that of the Jabra Elite 85t
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers. The Jabra Elite 85t have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth. Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 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 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 iPad.
If you are planning on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well. The Samsung Galaxy 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.
The Jabra Elite 85t have 6 microphones. Samsung Galaxy 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. Jabra Elite 85t use a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are made to filter out background sounds from the earbuds' sound.
The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro too have a noise-canceling type of microphone. This is useful in noisy environments. The Jabra Elite 85t support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient noises to still be heard even when wearing them
The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 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 be able to hear traffic.
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. Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro too support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears improving your listening experience. If misplaced in a room, or can't be found in your bag, Jabra Elite 85t support the find earbuds feature.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro also have the find earbuds feature. Use the earbuds app on your smartphone to play an alarm from your earbuds to find them. Jabra Elite 85t support fast charging.
Commonly, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the amount of time it takes to fully charge a device. The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro support fast charging. This kind is similar to regular charging, only that the battery is filling up much faster.
Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in just thirty minutes. Jabra Elite 85t support multipoint of 2 connections, this feature allows you to link to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. For example, you can easily switch calls from one device to another without having to manually disconnect and reconnect.
The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 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 and not miss notifications from another device. Jabra Elite 85t have a mute function, they support the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device. The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro also support the mute function.
It means that you unilaterally turn off the device's microphone, but you can still hear the other party's voice. With the Jabra Elite 85t, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the earbuds. Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro also have a control panel on them.
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. When covered under the manufacturer’s warranty it is possible to get a replacement a malfunction occurs. Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro have a warranty period of 2Years,
equal to that of the Jabra Elite 85t
.
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 Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro too have voice prompts meaning the earbuds notifies you when the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge the device. Jabra Elite 85t come with their own special case.
Carrying earbuds without a case, or placing them inside your bag without a casing may easily put them at risk of getting damaged. Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro also have a travel bag included, which offers safe transportation.
