Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT vs. Jabra Elite 85h

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT and Jabra Elite 85h. 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.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT vs. Jabra Elite 85h Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT Jabra Elite 85h
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - 3.5 mm jack Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - 3.5 mm jack, USB-C
Height - 22.5 cm
Width - 19.5 cm
Depth - 8.2 cm
Weight 310 g 296 g Jabra Elite 85h are lighter than Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT headphones.
Colour - Navy | Black | Titanium black | Gold beige | Copper black
Body Material - Steel, PC/ABS
Earpad Material - Leatherette
Headband Material - Leatherette
Protection - Dust-resistant, wind protection, rainproof, water-resistant
Recommended Use - Portable electronics, computer
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m 10 m The maximum operating distance of both headphones is the same.
SOUND QUALITY Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT Jabra Elite 85h
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Ear Cups Type Closed -
Foldable - Yes Jabra Elite 85h can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth 5.0 Both headphones have the same Bluetooth version.
Bluetooth Profiles - 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, aptX SBC, AAC
Active Noise Cancelling - Yes Jabra Elite 85h are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology - Hybrid ANC
Noise Isolating - Yes Jabra Elite 85h are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Frequency Response 15 - 28000 Hz 10 - 20000 Hz Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT offer a larger frequency range than Jabra Elite 85h.
Sensitivity 99 dB/mW -
Impedance 38 Ohm -
Diaphragm 45 mm 40 mm Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT have a thicker diaphragm than Jabra Elite 85h.
Simultaneously Connectable Devices Qty (Multipoint) - 2 Jabra Elite 85h have the ability to connect to multiple devices simultaneously.
MICROPHONE Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT Jabra Elite 85h
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Noise Cancelling - Yes Jabra Elite 85h microphone can cancel out ambient noise.
Frequency Response - 13 - 8000 Hz
Microphones Included - 8
REMOTE CONTROL Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT Jabra Elite 85h
Controls Volume Mute, volume, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, HearThrough, pair mode, voice assistant, ANC on/off
CABLE Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT Jabra Elite 85h
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.2 m
USB charge cable - detachable - 30 cm
Audio cable - detachable - 1.2 m
USB-C cable - detachable - 30 cm
Plated Connector Gold -
FEATURES Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT Jabra Elite 85h
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
Intelligent Assistant - Siri, Google Assistant, Alexa
Sensors - On-ear detection
Additional Functions - SmartSound
BATTERY AND CHARGING Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT Jabra Elite 85h
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life 40 hour(s) 41 hour(s) Jabra Elite 85h lasts longer on a single charge than the Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT.
Battery Life Details - Continuous talk (active noise-cancelling on): up to 36 hours
Continuous talk (active noise-cancelling off): up to 41 hours
Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling on): up to 36 hours
Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling off): up to 41 hours
Charging Time 7 hour(s) 2.5 hour(s) Jabra Elite 85h recharge faster than Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT.
Auto On/Off - Yes
CONNECTIONS Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT Jabra Elite 85h
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) Headphones (mini-phone 3.5mm)
USB (24 pin USB-C)
OTHERS Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT Jabra Elite 85h
Included Accessories Protective pouch Carrying case, audio cable, USB-C cable
Compliant Standards - IC, FCC, RoHS, REACH
Service & Support Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year Limited warranty - 2 years
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