Why is TE-ZX1 better than Elite 85t?
- Hi-res codec (LDAC / aptX HD / LHDC)Yes · Elite 85t: No
- Battery life8 h vs 7 h+14%
- Charging time1.5 h vs 3 h2×
- LDACYes · Elite 85t: No
- Bluetooth version5.3 vs 5.1+4%
Why is Elite 85t better than TE-ZX1?
- Total with charging case20 h vs 31 h+55%
- Driver size10 mm vs 12 mm+20%
Specifications
Side by side
| Sound | ||
| Fit | In-ear | In-ear |
| Ear cup design | — | Closed-back |
| Driver type | Planar magnetic | Dynamic |
| Driver size | 10 mm | 12 mm |
| Lowest frequency | — | 20 Hz |
| Highest frequency | — | 20,000 Hz |
| Hi-Res Audio | Yes | — |
| Adjustable equaliser | Yes | — |
| Noise control | ||
| Active noise cancelling | Yes | Yes |
| Transparency / ambient mode | Yes | Yes |
| Battery & charging | ||
| Battery life | 8 h | 7 h |
| Battery life with ANC | — | 5 h |
| Total with charging case | 20 h | 31 h |
| Charging time | 1.5 h | 3 h |
| Quick charge (claimed) | — | 15 min → 1 h |
| Fast charging support | — | Yes |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | 5.3 | 5.1 |
| Bluetooth codecs | LDAC, AAC, SBC | AAC, SBC |
| Hi-res codec (LDAC / aptX HD / LHDC) | Yes | No |
| aptX | No | No |
| LDAC | Yes | No |
| Multipoint (two devices) | Yes | Yes |
| USB-C | Yes | — |
| Smart & streaming | ||
| Companion app | — | Yes |
| Design & build | ||
| Earbud weight (each) | 7.1 g | — |
| Protection rating | IPX4 | IPX4 |
| Water resistance (IPx) | IPx4 | IPx4 |
| Features | ||
| Touch controls | Yes | — |
| Hands-free calls | Yes | — |
