Jabra Elite Active 45e vs. Jabra Elite 85t

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Jabra Elite Active 45e and Jabra Elite 85t. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare design, sound quality, but also other key features of both headphones and easily decide which ones are the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the headphones that best fit your needs and expectations.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Jabra Elite Active 45e vs. Jabra Elite 85t Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Jabra Elite Active 45e Jabra Elite 85t
Product Type Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Height 18.74 cm 2.31 cm
Width 5.5 cm 1.9 cm
Depth 12.4 cm 1.62 cm
Weight 29 g 7 g Jabra Elite 85t are lighter than Jabra Elite Active 45e headphones.
Dimensions & Weight Details Earphone: 5.5 cm x 12.4 cm x 18.74 cm / 29 g
Case: 30 cm x 39 cm x 21.1 cm
Earphone: 1.9 cm x 1.62 cm x 2.31 cm / 7 g
Charging case: 4.11 cm x 6.48 cm x 2.85 cm / 45.1 g
Colour Black | Navy | Mint Copper black | Titanium black | Black | Grey | Gold beige
Body Material Silicone, TPE, PC/ABS, thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) Polycarbonate, silicone rubber, PC/ABS
Earpad Material Silicone -
Protection Waterproof, dust-resistant, sweat-resistant, wind protection, IP67 Wind protection, IPX4
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m 10 m The maximum operating distance of both headphones is the same.
SOUND QUALITY Jabra Elite Active 45e Jabra Elite 85t
Headphones Form Factor In-ear - over-the-ear mount In-ear
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth 5.1 Jabra Elite 85t have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Jabra Elite Active 45e.
Bluetooth Profiles Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP), Phonebook Access Profile (PBAP), Generic Attribute Profile (GATT) Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Serial Port Profile (SPP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
Bluetooth Audio Codec - SBC, AAC
Active Noise Cancelling Yes Yes Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology Noise Blackout Advanced ANC
Noise Isolating - Yes Jabra Elite 85t are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects - HD Voice
Frequency Response 20 - 14000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Jabra Elite 85t offer a larger frequency range than Jabra Elite Active 45e.
Max Input Power 10 mW -
Sensitivity 107 dB -
Impedance 16 Ohm -
Diaphragm 12 mm 12 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
Simultaneously Connectable Devices Qty (Multipoint) 2 2 Both headphones can be connected to multiple devices simultaneously.
Features - Voice guidance
In-Cord Volume Control Yes -
MICROPHONE Jabra Elite Active 45e Jabra Elite 85t
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 100 - 10000 Hz Jabra Elite Active 45e offer a larger microphone frequency range than Jabra Elite 85t.
Sensitivity -38 dBV/Pascal -
Microphones Included 2 6 Jabra Elite 85t have a built-in microphone.
REMOTE CONTROL Jabra Elite Active 45e Jabra Elite 85t
Controls Power on/off, answer/end, play/pause, pair mode Volume, answer/end, HearThrough
CABLE Jabra Elite Active 45e Jabra Elite 85t
Cable Type Micro-USB cable - detachable USB-C to USB-A cable - detachable - 30 cm
FEATURES Jabra Elite Active 45e Jabra Elite 85t
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
Communications Technology - Bluetooth Low Energy (LE)
Intelligent Assistant Siri, Google Assistant, Alexa Siri, Google Assistant
Additional Functions - DSP
BATTERY AND CHARGING Jabra Elite Active 45e Jabra Elite 85t
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Rechargeable - Lithium Ion
Battery Life 9 hour(s) 7 hour(s) Jabra Elite Active 45e lasts longer on a single charge than the Jabra Elite 85t.
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling on): up to 25 hours
Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling on) (using earbuds): up to 5.5 hours
Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling on) (with included charging case): up to 19.5 hours
Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling off): up to 31 hours
Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling off) (using earbuds): up to 7 hours
Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling off) (with included charging case): up to 24 hours
Standby: up to 180 days
Standby Time 12 days 180 days Jabra Elite 85t have longer standby time than Jabra Elite Active 45e.
Wireless Charging Standards - Qi
Charging Time 2 hour(s) 3 hour(s) Jabra Elite Active 45e recharge faster than Jabra Elite Active 45e.
Auto On/Off Yes Yes
CONNECTIONS Jabra Elite Active 45e Jabra Elite 85t
Connector Type USB (5 pin Micro-USB Type B (power only)) -
OTHERS Jabra Elite Active 45e Jabra Elite 85t
Included Accessories Micro-USB cable 3 pairs of EarGels, USB-C charging cable, wireless charging case
Compatibility - iPhone, Android phone
Compliant Standards IC, FCC, RoHS, REACH, TIA-810-B, TIA-920.130-A FCC, RoHS, REACH, MFI, Qi, ISED
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 2 years with product registration
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