Sony MDR XB550AP vs. Jabra Elite 85h

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Sony MDR XB550AP 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

Sony MDR XB550AP vs. Jabra Elite 85h Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony MDR XB550AP Jabra Elite 85h
Product Type Headphones - wired - 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 180 g 296 g Sony MDR XB550AP are lighter than Sony MDR XB550AP headphones.
Colour Black | Red | White | Green | Blue 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 Portable electronics, computer
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 10 m
SOUND QUALITY Sony MDR XB550AP Jabra Elite 85h
Headphones Form Factor On-ear Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Ear Cups Type Closed -
Adjustable Headband Yes -
Foldable - Yes Jabra Elite 85h can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wired Wireless
Wireless Technology - Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version - Bluetooth 5.0
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
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
Sound Effects Extra Bass -
Frequency Response 5 - 22000 Hz 10 - 20000 Hz Sony MDR XB550AP offer a larger frequency range than Jabra Elite 85h.
Sensitivity 102 dB/mW -
Impedance 24 Ohm -
Diaphragm PET - 30 mm 40 mm Jabra Elite 85h have a thicker diaphragm than Sony MDR XB550AP.
Simultaneously Connectable Devices Qty (Multipoint) - 2 Jabra Elite 85h have the ability to connect to multiple devices simultaneously.
Magnet Material Neodymium -
MICROPHONE Sony MDR XB550AP Jabra Elite 85h
Form Factor - Built-in
Noise Cancelling - Yes Jabra Elite 85h microphone can cancel out ambient noise.
Frequency Response - 13 - 8000 Hz
Microphones Included - 8
REMOTE CONTROL Sony MDR XB550AP Jabra Elite 85h
Controls Answer/end Mute, volume, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, HearThrough, pair mode, voice assistant, ANC on/off
CABLE Sony MDR XB550AP Jabra Elite 85h
Cable Type Headphones cable - Y-type - L shaped Audio cable - detachable - 1.2 m
USB-C cable - detachable - 30 cm
Cable Length 1.2 m -
Plated Connector Gold -
FEATURES Sony MDR XB550AP 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 Sony MDR XB550AP Jabra Elite 85h
Battery Type - Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life - 41 hour(s)
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 - 2.5 hour(s)
Auto On/Off - Yes
CONNECTIONS Sony MDR XB550AP Jabra Elite 85h
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) Headphones (mini-phone 3.5mm)
USB (24 pin USB-C)
OTHERS Sony MDR XB550AP Jabra Elite 85h
Included Accessories - Carrying case, audio cable, USB-C cable
Compliant Standards - IC, FCC, RoHS, REACH
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 2 years
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