Jabra Elite 85t
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Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro
See price on AmazonOverall Score 7.8 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
Category | Features | Jabra Elite 85t | Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro |
---|---|---|---|
DESIGN | ingress protection (ip) rating | IPX4 | IPX7 |
weight | 14g | 11g | |
has no wires or cables | ✓ | ✓ | |
wingtips included | ✗ | ✓ | |
sweat resistance | ✓ | ✓ | |
is dust proof and water-resistant | ✗ | ✓ | |
has stereo speakers | ✓ | ✓ | |
SOUND QUALITY | has active noise cancellation (noise control) | ✓ | ✓ |
has passive noise reduction | ✓ | ✓ | |
driver unit size | 12mm | 10mm | |
lowest frequency | 20Hz | 20Hz | |
highest frequency | 20,000Hz | 20,000Hz | |
sound pressure level | ✗ | 25dB/mW | |
POWER | battery life | 5.5hours | 8hours |
battery life of charging case | 20hours | 18hours | |
charge time | 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 |
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 | ✗ | |
has a mute function | ✓ | ✓ | |
control panel placed on a device | ✓ | ✓ | |
warranty period | 2Years | ✗ | |
has voice prompts | ✓ | ✓ | |
travel bag is included | ✓ | ✓ | |
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Ingress protection ratings refer to the level of protection given by a casing, against dust and liquids. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values 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 is read as, the first number 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, Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 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,
Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro has a higher liquid rating than Jabra Elite 85t
Jabra Elite 85t have a weight of 14g . We consider a lower weight better because lighter devices are more comfortable to move with.
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro, at 11g
are lighter than the Jabra Elite 85t with a difference -3g
For a device to be true wireless it must have no wires 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 key distinction as some wireless earbuds have cables connecting the two earbuds .
Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro also is true wireless because it doesn't have cables connecting the pair of earbuds .
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro come with wingtips, these are reserved for earbuds for workouts and are usually an optional add-on to the separate silicone ear tip for a better fit.
Jabra Elite 85t have sweat resistance
Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use during long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro are both dustproof and water-resistant.
Jabra Elite 85t have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience.
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro also have stereo speakers
ANC makes use of more advanced kind of tech to reduce ambient sounds. ANC works when, it studies the sound pattern of incoming noise and generates a mirror signal to counter it. In simple terms, it's like taking +1 (noise) and producing -1 (counter sound by the device) to make zero which results in a reduced level of noise.
The Jabra Elite 85t have ANC enabling you to listen at lower volume levels, good for your ears as you don't need to crank up the device volume to overcome background sounds.
Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro too have Active Noise Cancellation making both devices ideal for plane rides and rush hour travels. Each work with different noise cancellation settings, pick the mode that you prefer for commute or that suites your relaxation time.
The Jabra Elite 85t sit tightly in place, this creates a sound covering that tones down your environment noise and also prevents the earbuds voice audio from leaking out .
Both of these devices have passive noise reduction which implies that they tone down ambient noise without using technology to cancel it out.
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 produces sound in the device, the unit size dictates the loudness of the device.
Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro driver unit is 10mm in diameter,
which means that they have a smaller driver unit than that of Jabra Elite 85t by 2mm
, 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 are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not imply that they produce better quality sound.
Jabra Elite 85t's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well an audio device generates low recognizable frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through.
Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that
both devices can produce equal bass
Jabra Elite 85t's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response indicates how well a particular audio device produces high human frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal while at it.
Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that
both devices produce equal treble
The sound pressure level, is the pressure level of sound, in decibels, dB, Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro's measurement is 25dB/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 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 have to charge the device less often.
Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro's battery life is
more than that of Jabra Elite 85t by 2.5 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 have shorter listening time.
This is given by the vendor, and Jabra Elite 85t's case is said to have a charge of 20 hours. A charging case with more battery hours allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go several times before recharging the case itself.
Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro's charging case has a battery life of 18 hours,
less than that of Jabra Elite 85t by 2 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 for the first time.
Jabra Elite 85t, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you simply place down on a supported charging pad.
Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro also support wireless charging, take note of the charging standard of a device.
The Jabra Elite 85t have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the earbuds has a low battery. The battery indicator lights show the charging state of your earbuds and charging case.
Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators enable you to tell the charging state of your earbuds, whether fully charged, or the battery is running low.
The Jabra Elite 85t have USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable.
Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro too have USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current electronics.
The Jabra Elite 85t have Bluetooth version of 5, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data movement between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.
Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro has a Bluetooth version of 5.3,
newer than that of Jabra Elite 85t
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
Jabra Elite 85t have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth.
Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro have a maximum range of 10meters,
equal to that of the 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 a similar bit rate.
Since its the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Jabra Elite 85t will work well with your iPad. 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 Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 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.
Jabra Elite 85t have 6 microphones.
Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro 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.
Jabra Elite 85t have a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are intended to filter out noise from the desired sound.
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro too use a noise-canceling type of microphone. This is useful in noisy areas.
The Jabra Elite 85t support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient noises to still be heard even while wearing them
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro support ambient sound mode as well, helpful when you want to listen to music while being aware of what’s happening around you, say you’re having a jog but still want to be able to hear traffic.
Jabra Elite 85t support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when removed from your ears .
Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears improving your listening experience.
If lost in a room, or can't be found in your bag, Jabra Elite 85t have a find earbuds feature.
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro also have the find earbuds feature. Use the device app on your phone to play an alarm from your device to locate them.
The Jabra Elite 85t support fast charging. Usually, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to charge the earbuds.
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro too support fast charging. This kind is similar to regular charging, just that the battery is filling up much faster. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in 30 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. For example, you can seemlessly switch calls from one device to another without manually disconnect and reconnect.
Jabra Elite 85t have a mute function, they support the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro too support the mute function. It means that you are in position turn off the device's microphone, but you can still hear the other party talk.
With the Jabra Elite 85t, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the device.
Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 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 that has followed instruction manuals.
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.
Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro too support voice prompts .i.e the device notifies you if the battery is low, and it's time to recharge the device.
Jabra Elite 85t come with their own special pouch. Carrying earphones without a case, or putting them in your pockets without a casing may easily put them at risk of getting damaged.
Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro also have a travel bag included, which is useful for safe transportation.