Jabra Elite Active 75T Vs. Sony Wf C500 Review In Detail

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Jabra Elite Active 75t IP57

Sony WF C500 IPX4

IP ratings refer to the rating of protection offered by a casing, against solids and water. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value means protection against solids say dust, while the second refers to resistance against liquids (sweat).

Scoring IP57, the Jabra Elite Active 75t's rating is read as, the first value of 5 denotes 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, Sony WF C500 have a rating of IPX4 meaning that no data available to specify a protection rating and that of liquids is that, Jabra Elite Active 75t has a higher liquid rating than Sony WF C500

Weight

Jabra Elite Active 75t 10.1g

Sony WF C500 10.8g

Jabra Elite Active 75t have a weight of 10.1g . We prefer a lower weight best because lighter devices are easier to carry.

Sony WF C500, at 10.8g are heavier than the Jabra Elite Active 75t by of 0.7g

Has No Wires Or Cables

Jabra Elite Active 75t ✓

Sony WF C500 ✓

True wireless devices have no cables linking any part of the device together, Jabra Elite Active 75t are true wireless for this matter since they have no wires. This is a key difference as some wireless earbuds have cables linking the 2 earbuds .

Sony WF C500 also is true wireless since it has no wires linking the pair of earbuds together.

Sweat Resistance

Jabra Elite Active 75t ✓

Sony WF C500 ✓

Jabra Elite Active 75t have sweat resistance

Sony WF C500's resistance to sweat makes both devices good for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc

Has Stereo Speakers

Jabra Elite Active 75t ✓

Sony WF C500 ✓

Jabra Elite Active 75t have stereo speakers, what this means is that Jabra Elite Active 75t's speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience.

Both Sony WF C500 and Jabra Elite Active 75t have stereo speakers

Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Jabra Elite Active 75t ✓

Sony WF C500 ✗

Active noise cancellation makes use of more advanced technology to actively counter noise. How it works, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern of incoming noise and after generates a mirror signal to counter it. In simple terms, it's like taking +1 (noise) then adding -1 (inverted noise) to make 0 which results in a reduced level of noise.

The Jabra Elite Active 75t have Active Noise Cancellation enabling you to listen at lower levels of volume, causing less ear fatigue since you don't need to crank up the device volume to overcome background sounds.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Jabra Elite Active 75t ✓

Sony WF C500 ✓

The Jabra Elite Active 75t sit well in place, creating a sound covering that tones down background noise and also prevents the earbuds music from leaking out .

Both of these devices have passive noise reduction this implies that both reduce ambient noise without using ANC to cancel it out.

Driver Unit Size

Jabra Elite Active 75t 6mm

Sony WF C500 5.8mm

The Jabra Elite Active 75t have a unit size of 6mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, therefor producing better bass. A driver unit is the component that produces sound in the device, its size determines the loudness of the earbuds.

Sony WF C500 driver unit is 5.8mm in diameter, which implies 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 usually have difficulty producing high frequencies so it's true that, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not indicate that they produce better quality sound.

Lowest Frequency

Jabra Elite Active 75t 20Hz

Sony WF C500 20Hz

Jabra Elite Active 75t's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio device generates low frequencies that can be heard, and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through.

Sony WF C500's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that both devices can make sound with equal bass

Highest Frequency

Jabra Elite Active 75t 20,000Hz

Sony WF C500 20,000Hz

Jabra Elite Active 75t's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio device makes high recognizable frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal while at it.

Sony WF C500's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that both devices can generate equal treble

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Battery Life

Jabra Elite Active 75t 7.5hours

Sony WF C500 10hours

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 usually given by the manufacturer, and with more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and have to charge the device less often.

Sony WF C500's battery life is more than that of Jabra Elite Active 75t by 2.5 hours . Each time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less listening time. The effect is barely noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will no longer play for long like they used to.

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Jabra Elite Active 75t 28hours

Sony WF C500 10hours

This is given by the manufacturer, and the Jabra Elite Active 75t's case has a charge of 28 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go several times before recharging the case itself.

Sony WF C500's charging case has a battery life of 10 hours, less than that of Jabra Elite Active 75t by 18 hours

Charge Time

Jabra Elite Active 75t 2.3hours

Sony WF C500 2.5hours

It requires 2.3 hours to fully charge the Jabra Elite Active 75t's battery. It is recommended to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds for the first time.

Sony WF C500 takes 2.5 hours to fully charge the battery, more than that of Jabra Elite Active 75t by 0.2 hours

Has Wireless Charging

Jabra Elite Active 75t ✓

Sony WF C500 ✗

Jabra Elite Active 75t, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the device, you just put down on a supported charging pad.

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Jabra Elite Active 75t ✓

Sony WF C500 ✓

The Jabra Elite Active 75t have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the device has a low battery. Its lights indicate the charging state of your device and case.

Sony WF C500 too have a battery level indicator, these enable you to tell the charging state of your device, if charged fully, or having a low battery.

Has Usb Type-C

Jabra Elite Active 75t ✓

Sony WF C500 ✓

The Jabra Elite Active 75t use USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable.

Sony WF C500 too support USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug comes along with most current laptops, phones, and tablets.

Bluetooth Version

Jabra Elite Active 75t v5

Sony WF C500 v5

Jabra Elite Active 75t 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.

Sony WF C500 has a Bluetooth version of 5, equal to that of the Jabra Elite Active 75t . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Jabra Elite Active 75t 10meters

Sony WF C500 9meters

Jabra Elite Active 75t have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth.

Sony WF C500 have a maximum range of 9meters, less than that of Jabra Elite Active 75t by 1meters

Has Aac

Jabra Elite Active 75t ✓

Sony WF C500 ✓

Jabra Elite Active 75t support AAC, a codec 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 a similar bit rate.

Since its the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Jabra Elite Active 75t 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 Sony WF C500 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 Active 75t 4only

Sony WF C500 2only

Jabra Elite Active 75t have 4 microphones.

While the Sony WF C500 microphones are 2, less than that of Jabra Elite Active 75t by 2 . More microphones record better sound quality and help the device to filter out background sounds.

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Jabra Elite Active 75t ✓

Sony WF C500 ✗

The Jabra Elite Active 75t use a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are made to filter out background sounds from the desired sound.

Highest Mic Frequency

Jabra Elite Active 75t 10,000Hz

Sony WF C500 ✗

The Jabra Elite Active 75t's highest mic frequency is 10,000Hz, high frequencies are best for recording treble. The highest mic frequency of a microphone is defined as its upper limiting frequency.

Lowest Mic Frequency

Jabra Elite Active 75t 100Hz

Sony WF C500 ✗

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.

Has Ambient Sound Mode

Jabra Elite Active 75t ✓

Sony WF C500 ✗

The Jabra Elite Active 75t support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient noises to still be heard even while wearing the earbuds

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Jabra Elite Active 75t ✓

Sony WF C500 ✗

The Jabra Elite Active 75t have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when they are removed from your ears .

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Jabra Elite Active 75t ✓

Sony WF C500 ✗

When misplaced in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, the Jabra Elite Active 75t support the find earbuds feature.

Supports Fast Charging

Jabra Elite Active 75t ✓

Sony WF C500 ✓

Jabra Elite Active 75t support fast charging. Usually, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to reduce the time it takes to charge the earbuds.

The Sony WF C500 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 thirty minutes.

Multipoint Count

Jabra Elite Active 75t 2only

Sony WF C500 ✗

The Jabra Elite Active 75t have a multipoint of 2 connections, this feature allows you to link 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.

Has A Mute Function

Jabra Elite Active 75t ✓

Sony WF C500 ✓

Jabra Elite Active 75t have a mute function, they support the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.

The Sony WF C500 also have this function. It means that you are in position turn off the earbuds' microphone, but still hear the other party talk.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Jabra Elite Active 75t ✓

Sony WF C500 ✓

The Jabra Elite Active 75t, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the earbuds.

The Sony WF C500 too have a control panel on them.

Warranty Period

Jabra Elite Active 75t 2Years

Sony WF C500 1Years

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.

When covered under the manufacturer’s warranty it is possible to get a replacement in the case of a malfunction. Sony WF C500 have a warranty period of 1Years, less than that of Jabra Elite Active 75t by 1 Years .

Has Voice Prompts

Jabra Elite Active 75t ✓

Sony WF C500 ✓

Jabra Elite Active 75t support voice prompts. Automatically receive information through audio messages, say if there is a problem with the connection.

Sony WF C500 also support voice prompts .i.e the device will notify you when the battery is low, and it's time to recharge the earbuds.

Travel Bag Is Included

Jabra Elite Active 75t ✓

Sony WF C500 ✓

Jabra Elite Active 75t come with their own special pouch. Carrying earbuds openly, or putting them inside your pockets without a casing can easily put them at risk of getting damaged.

Sony WF C500 too have a case included, which offers safe transportation.

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Category	Features	Jabra Elite Active 75t	Sony WF C500
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	20,000Hz	20,000Hz
POWER	battery life	7.5hours	10hours
	battery life of charging case	28hours	10hours
	charge time	2.3hours	2.5hours
	has wireless charging	✓	✗
	has a battery level indicator	✓	✓
CONNECTIVITY	has usb type-c	✓	✓
	bluetooth version	v5	v5
	maximum bluetooth range	10meters	9meters
	has aac	✓	✓
MICROPHONE	number of microphones	4only	2only
	has a noise-canceling microphone	✓	✗
	highest mic frequency	10,000Hz	✗
	lowest mic frequency	100Hz	✗
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	1Years
	has voice prompts	✓	✓
	travel bag is included	✓	✓
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Jabra Elite Active 75T Vs. Sony Wf C500 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

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

Highest Mic Frequency

Lowest Mic Frequency

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