In depth comparison and review of Jabra Evolve2 85 MS Stereo and Sony WH-1000XM5. Compare design, audio features, functions and other important specifications to easily choose the right headphones for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the headphones that will best fit your needs.
| DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Jabra Evolve2 85 MS Stereo | Sony WH-1000XM5 |
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| Product Type | Headset - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack | |
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| Height | 16 cm | - | |
| Width | 19.86 cm | - | |
| Depth | 7.73 cm | - | |
| Weight | 286 g | 250 g | Sony WH-1000XM5 are lighter than Jabra Evolve2 85 MS Stereo headphones. |
| Colour | Beige | Black | Black | Silver | |
| Earpad Material | Leatherette, foam | - | |
| Headband Material | Foam, leatherette | - | |
| Recommended Use | Portable electronics, computer - communication | Portable electronics | |
| Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) | 30 m | 10 m | Jabra Evolve2 85 MS Stereo have a greater operating distance than Sony WH-1000XM5. |
| SOUND QUALITY | Jabra Evolve2 85 MS Stereo | Sony WH-1000XM5 |
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| Headphones Form Factor | Full size | Full size | |
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| Headphones Technology | - | Dynamic | |
| Ear Cups Type | - | Closed | |
| Connectivity Technology | Wireless, wired | Wireless, wired | |
| Wireless Technology | Bluetooth | Bluetooth | |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.0 | Bluetooth 5.2 | Sony WH-1000XM5 have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Jabra Evolve2 85 MS Stereo. |
| Bluetooth Profiles | Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Serial Port Profile (SPP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP), Phonebook Access Profile (PBAP) | Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP), Serial Copy Management System (SCMS-T) | |
| Bluetooth Audio Codec | SBC, AAC | SBC, AAC, LDAC | |
| Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | Yes | Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation. |
| Active Noise Cancelling Technology | Hybrid ANC | - | |
| Noise Isolating | Yes | - | Jabra Evolve2 85 MS Stereo are equipped with a noise isolating function. |
| Sound Output Mode | Stereo | - | |
| Sound Effects | - | Digital Sound Enhancement Engine Extreme (DSEE Extreme), Ambient Sound Mode, 360 Reality Audio | |
| Frequency Response | 20 - 20000 Hz | 4 - 40000 Hz | Sony WH-1000XM5 offer a larger frequency range than Jabra Evolve2 85 MS Stereo. |
| Max Input Power | 50 mW | - | |
| Sensitivity | 117 dB | - | |
| Diaphragm | 40 mm | 30 mm | Jabra Evolve2 85 MS Stereo have a thicker diaphragm than Sony WH-1000XM5. |
| Simultaneously Connectable Devices Qty (Multipoint) | 2 | - | Jabra Evolve2 85 MS Stereo have the ability to connect to multiple devices simultaneously. |
| Magnet Material | - | Neodymium | |
| Features | Busy light, SafeTone technology, Jabra Direct | HD Noise Canceling Processor QN1, Google Fast Pair, Quick Attention function, Atmospheric Pressure Optimising, Microsoft Swift Pair, Speak-to-Chat |
| MICROPHONE | Jabra Evolve2 85 MS Stereo | Sony WH-1000XM5 |
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| Form Factor | Headset microphone | Built-in | |
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| Type | Boom | - | |
| Frequency Response | 5 - 20000 Hz | - | |
| Sensitivity | -35 dBV/Pascal | - | |
| Microphones Included | - | 8 |
| REMOTE CONTROL | Jabra Evolve2 85 MS Stereo | Sony WH-1000XM5 |
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| Controls | Volume, mute button, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, voice assistant | - |
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| CABLE | Jabra Evolve2 85 MS Stereo | Sony WH-1000XM5 |
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| Cable Type | Audio cable - detachable - 1.2 m | USB charge cable - detachable Audio cable - detachable - L shaped / mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm - 1.2 m |
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| Detachable Cable | Yes | Yes |
| FEATURES | Jabra Evolve2 85 MS Stereo | Sony WH-1000XM5 |
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| Features | - | Touch control | |
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| Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible | - | Yes | |
| Intelligent Assistant | - | Google Assistant, Alexa | |
| Sensors | On-ear detection | - | |
| Additional Functions | DSP | - |
| BATTERY AND CHARGING | Jabra Evolve2 85 MS Stereo | Sony WH-1000XM5 |
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| Battery Type | Headset battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion | Headphone battery rechargeable | |
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| Battery Life | 37 hour(s) | 32 hour(s) | Jabra Evolve2 85 MS Stereo lasts longer on a single charge than the Sony WH-1000XM5. |
| Battery Life Details | Continuous playback: up to 37 hours Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON): up to 32 hours Continuous talk: up to 30 hours Continuous talk (noise cancelling ON): up to 20 hours |
Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling on): up to 24 hours Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling off): up to 32 hours |
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| Charging Time | 2.5 hour(s) | 3.5 hour(s) | Jabra Evolve2 85 MS Stereo recharge faster than Jabra Evolve2 85 MS Stereo. |
| CONNECTIONS | Jabra Evolve2 85 MS Stereo | Sony WH-1000XM5 |
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| Connector Type | Headset (mini-phone 3.5mm) | USB (power only) Bluetooth Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) |
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| OTHERS | Jabra Evolve2 85 MS Stereo | Sony WH-1000XM5 |
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| Included Accessories | Charging stand, carrying bag, Inflight adapter, Jabra Link 380c USB Adapter, 3.5 mm audio cable | Carrying case, USB charge cable, headphones cable (1.2 m) | |
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| Compatibility | iPhone, Android phone, Mac, Windows | - | |
| Software Certification | Certified for Microsoft Teams | - | |
| Compliant Standards | - | JEITA | |
| Service & Support | Limited warranty - 2 years | - |