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.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Jabra Elite Active 45e | Jabra Elite 85t |
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Product Type | Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless | True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless | |
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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 |
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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 |
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Headphones Form Factor | In-ear - over-the-ear mount | In-ear | |
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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 |
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Form Factor | Built-in | Built-in | |
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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 |
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Controls | Power on/off, answer/end, play/pause, pair mode | Volume, answer/end, HearThrough |
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CABLE | Jabra Elite Active 45e | Jabra Elite 85t |
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Cable Type | Micro-USB cable - detachable | USB-C to USB-A cable - detachable - 30 cm |
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FEATURES | Jabra Elite Active 45e | Jabra Elite 85t |
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Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible | - | Yes | |
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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 |
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Battery Type | Headphone battery rechargeable | Rechargeable - Lithium Ion | |
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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 |
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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 |
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Connector Type | USB (5 pin Micro-USB Type B (power only)) | - |
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OTHERS | Jabra Elite Active 45e | Jabra Elite 85t |
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Included Accessories | Micro-USB cable | 3 pairs of EarGels, USB-C charging cable, wireless charging case | |
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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 |