Overall Score 7.0 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
Overall Score 7.0 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
Category | Features | Jabra Elite Active 75t | Audio Technica ATH TWX9 |
---|---|---|---|
DESIGN | ingress protection (ip) rating | IP57 | IPX4 |
weight | 10.1g | 10.8g | |
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 | 6mm | 5.8mm | |
lowest frequency | 20Hz | 20Hz | |
highest frequency | 20000Hz | 40000Hz | |
sound pressure level | ✗ | 102dB/mW | |
POWER | battery life | 7.5hours | 6hours |
battery life of charging case | 28hours | 18.5hours | |
charge time | 2.3hours | 2.5hours | |
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 | ✓ | ✓ | |
has aptx adaptive | ✗ | ✓ | |
MICROPHONE | number of microphones | 4only | 4only |
has a noise-canceling microphone | ✓ | ✓ | |
mic sensitivity | ✗ | -38dBV/Pa | |
highest mic frequency | 10000Hz | 16000Hz | |
lowest mic frequency | 100Hz | 100Hz | |
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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Ingress protection ratings refer to the rating of protection given by a casing, against solids and water. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value means protection against solids such as dust, while the second refers to resistance against liquids (sweat).
Having a value of IP57, the Jabra Elite Active 75t's rating for solids indicates 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 of liquids that they are protected against temporary immersion in water under set conditions, say 1 metre for 30 minutes.
In comparison to the Jabra Elite Active 75t, Audio Technica ATH TWX9 have a rating of IPX4 meaning that
no data available to specify a protection rating
and that of liquids is that,
Audio Technica ATH TWX9 has a lower liquid rating than Jabra Elite Active 75t
The Jabra Elite Active 75t have a weight of 10.1g . We consider a lower weight better because lighter devices are more comfortable to carry.
The Audio Technica ATH TWX9, at 10.8g
weigh more than the Jabra Elite Active 75t by of 0.7g
For a device to be true wireless it should have no cables linking any part of the device together, Jabra Elite Active 75t are true wireless for this matter since they have no cables. This is a major distinction since wireless earbuds have wires connecting the two earbuds together.
Audio Technica ATH TWX9 also is true wireless since it has no wires linking the pair of earbuds together.
Jabra Elite Active 75t are resistant to sweat
Audio Technica ATH TWX9'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 Active 75t have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience.
Both Audio Technica ATH TWX9 and Jabra Elite Active 75t have stereo speakers
Active noise cancellation uses more advanced technology to reduce ambient sounds. ANC works when, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern of incoming noise and then inverts the soundwaves to cancel it out. In simple terms, it's like taking +1 (noise) then adding -1 (counter sound by the device) giving 0 hence "diluting" the noise.
Jabra Elite Active 75t have ANC enabling you to listen at lower levels of volume, causing less ear fatigue as you don't need to crank up the earbuds volume to overcome background noise.
Audio Technica ATH TWX9 too have ANC which makes both earbuds ideal for plane rides and morning travels. The Jabra Elite Active 75t and Audio Technica ATH TWX9 operate with different noise cancellation modes, pick the setting that you prefer for commute or that enhances your chill time.
The Jabra Elite Active 75t stay tightly in place, this creates a sound covering that tones down background sounds and also prevents the earbuds music from leaking out at the same.
Both Audio Technica ATH TWX9, and Jabra Elite Active 75t have passive noise reduction which means that both limit ambient noise without using technology to cancel it out.
Jabra Elite Active 75t driver unit is 6mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, therefor producing better bass.
A driver unit is the component that makes sound in the device, the unit size corellates with the loudness of the device.
Audio Technica ATH TWX9 driver unit is 5.8mm in diameter,
which means that they have a smaller driver unit than that of Jabra Elite Active 75t by 0.2mm
, 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 it's true that, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not indicate that they deliver better quality sound.
The Jabra Elite Active 75t's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well an audio component generates low frequencies that can be heard, and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through.
Audio Technica ATH TWX9's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that
both devices can make sound with equal bass
The Jabra Elite Active 75t's highest frequency is at 20000Hz, high-frequency response tells how well an audio component makes high recognizable frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through.
Audio Technica ATH TWX9's highest frequency is at 40000Hz, this implies that
Audio Technica ATH TWX9 can generate a clearer and crispier treble than the Jabra Elite Active 75t
The sound pressure level, is the level of pressure of sound, measured in decibels, dB, Audio Technica ATH TWX9's measurement is 102dB/mW. Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source.
The Jabra Elite Active 75t's battery life is 7.5 hours, these last longer than 5 hours of listening which is considered average for a single charge. 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.
Audio Technica ATH TWX9's battery life is
less than that of Jabra Elite Active 75t by 1.5 hours
. Every 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 have shorter listening time.
This is given by the manufacturer, and the Jabra Elite Active 75t's case has a full charge of 28 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.
Audio Technica ATH TWX9's charging case has a battery life of 18.5 hours,
less than that of Jabra Elite Active 75t by 9.5 hours
It requires 2.3 hours to fully charge the Jabra Elite Active 75t's battery. It is recommended to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds for the first time.
Audio Technica ATH TWX9 takes 2.5 hours to fully charge the battery,
more than that of Jabra Elite Active 75t by 0.2 hours
Jabra Elite Active 75t, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the device, you simply put down on a supported charging pad.
Jabra Elite Active 75t have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the device has a low battery. The battery indicator lights show the charging state of your device and case.
Audio Technica ATH TWX9 too have a battery level indicator, these allow you to determine the charging state of your device, if charged fully, or the battery is running low.
Jabra Elite Active 75t have USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable.
Audio Technica ATH TWX9 too use USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current laptops, phones, and tablets.
The Jabra Elite Active 75t 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.
Audio Technica ATH TWX9 has a Bluetooth version of 5.2,
newer than that of Jabra Elite Active 75t
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
The Jabra Elite Active 75t have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth.
Audio Technica ATH TWX9 have a maximum range of 10meters,
equal to that of the Jabra Elite Active 75t
Jabra Elite Active 75t 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.
Being the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Jabra Elite Active 75t will work well with your iPhone. If you intend 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 Audio Technica ATH TWX9 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.
Audio Technica ATH TWX9 support APTX Adaptive, an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that are developed by Qualcomm. It has a variable bit rate (between 279kbps and 420kbps).
Jabra Elite Active 75t have 4 microphones.
Audio Technica ATH TWX9 microphones are 4,
equal to that of the Jabra Elite Active 75t
. More microphones record better sound quality and enable the device to filter out noise.
Jabra Elite Active 75t use a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are designed to reduce noise from the earbuds' sound.
The Audio Technica ATH TWX9 too have a noise-canceling type of microphone. This is useful in noisy areas.
Audio Technica ATH TWX9 microphone sensitivity is measured at -38dBV/Pa. The amount 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 voice that the earbud microphone can recognize.
The Jabra Elite Active 75t's highest mic frequency is 10000Hz, high frequencies are best for recording treble. The highest mic frequency of a microphone is defined as its upper limiting frequency.
Audio Technica ATH TWX9's highest mic frequency is 16000Hz,
higher than that of Jabra Elite Active 75t by 6000Hz
. Microphones, that reach a high frequency of up to 140kHz is considered among the best today
The Jabra Elite Active 75t's lowest mic frequency is 100Hz, low frequencies are better for recording bass. The lowest mic frequency of a microphone is defined as its lower limiting frequency.
Audio Technica ATH TWX9's lowest mic frequency is 100Hz,
equal to that of the Jabra Elite Active 75t
. With today's microphones, you can have a frequency starting from as low as 1Hz.
Jabra Elite Active 75t support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient sound to still be heard even when wearing the earbuds
The Audio Technica ATH TWX9 support ambient sound mode as well, helpful when you want to listen to music but also be aware of what’s happening around you, for example when you’re having a jog but would still want to be able to hear traffic.
The Jabra Elite Active 75t support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when removed from your ears so that the music is paused.
If lost in a room, or can't be found in your bag, the Jabra Elite Active 75t have a find earbuds feature.
The Audio Technica ATH TWX9 too have the find earbuds feature. Use the device app on your smartphone to play a sound from your device to help you find them.
Jabra Elite Active 75t support fast charging. Commonly, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to charge the earbuds.
Also the Audio Technica ATH TWX9 support fast charging. It's very similar to regular charging, just that the battery is filling up much faster. Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in just 30 minutes.
Jabra Elite Active 75t support multipoint of 2 connections, the multipoint 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 Audio Technica ATH TWX9 have a multipoint count of 2,
equal to that of the Jabra Elite Active 75t
. Bluetooth multipoint comes in handy when you can be on one call without missing notifications from another device.
Jabra Elite Active 75t have a mute function, they support the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.
The Audio Technica ATH TWX9 too have this function. It means that you can turn off the earbuds' microphone, but still hear the other party talk.
With the Jabra Elite Active 75t, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the earbuds.
Audio Technica ATH TWX9 also have a control panel on them.
Jabra Elite Active 75t 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 Active 75t support voice prompts. Automatically receive information via audio messages, like if there is an issue with the connection.
The Audio Technica ATH TWX9 also have voice prompts .i.e the earbuds notifies you when the battery is running low, and you need to recharge the device.
Jabra Elite Active 75t come with a special case. Carrying earbuds openly, or placing them inside your pockets without a casing may easily put them at risk of getting damaged.
Audio Technica ATH TWX9 also have a case included, which is useful for safe transportation.