Jabra Evolve3 85
Jabra
77 Overall Score
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Focal Clear Mg Professional 3544053727165BL001
Focal
46 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Jabra Evolve3 85
No customer feedback yet
Focal Clear Mg Professional 3544053727165BL001
72 out of 100 low confidence 8 reviews
The Focal Clear MG Professional headphones receive mostly positive feedback for their exceptional clarity, comfort, and build quality, especially among professional musicians and composers. However, some users find them overpriced and unimpressive compared to cheaper alternatives, with a narrow soundstage and a need for EQ correction to address muddiness in the low end. Overall, they are praised for detailed, warm-neutral sound but criticized for not being a universal fit for all listeners.
Pros
- Exceptional clarity and detail
- Very comfortable for long sessions
- Excellent build quality
- Warm-neutral sound signature
- Easy to drive with basic devices
Cons
- Narrow soundstage for open-back
- High price point
- Muddy low end without EQ correction
- Unimpressive sound for some listeners
- Coiled cables may be too short
Sound clarity 5
Comfort 4
Build quality 4
Value for money 4
Soundstage 3
Bass quality 3
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Specifications
| Jabra Evolve3 85 | Focal Clear Mg Professional 3544053727165BL001 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | open |
| Foldable | ✓★ | — |
| Weight | 0.22 kg★ | — |
| Ear Cushion | fabric | memory foam |
| Headband | — | aluminium |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 32 mm | 40 mm★ |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Freq Min | 100 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 15 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 35 Ω | 55 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 108.5 dB★ | — |
| Codecs | AAC, LC3, SBC | Focal Clear Mg Professional Circum-aural Open-Back Headphones, Black |
| Surround | Jabra Evolve3 85 Over-Ear Wireless Bluetooth Headset with Microphone, USB-C, AI Voice Call Technology, Adaptive Active Noise Cancellation, 25-Hour Battery, Microsoft Teams Certified, Warm Gray | Jabra | Focal Clear Mg Professional Circum-aural Open-Back Headphones, Black | Focal Clear Mg Professional Circum-aural Open-Back | Focal | Black | 55 Ohms | Over Ear | Open Ear | Focal | Black | 55 Ohms | Ov |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | — |
| ANC Type | adaptive | — |
| Transparency | ✗ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓★ | — |
| Bluetooth | 5.3★ | — |
| Profiles | A2DP 1.2, AVRCP 1.6, HSP 1.2, HFP 1.9, SPP 1.2, PBP 1.0, TMAP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Wired Connector | USB-C | 6.35mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Range | 30.5 m★ | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 120 hrs★ | — |
| Charge Time | 3 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 5 Minutes for 5 Hours | — |
| Charging | USB-C★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Mic Count | 6★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓★ | — |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | — |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | AI Assistant | — |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | — |
| App | Android & iOS | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | — |
Pros & Cons
Jabra Evolve3 85
- Strong battery (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong mic (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Focal Clear Mg Professional 3544053727165BL001
- Strong build (76th percentile)
- Strong comfort (67th percentile)
- Strong sound (66th percentile)
- Below average mic (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (22nd percentile)
- Below average anc (32nd percentile)
Pricing
Jabra Evolve3 850.192score per dollar
vs
Focal Clear Mg Professional 3544053727165BL0010.030score per dollar
Jabra Evolve3 85 offers 6.4x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Jabra Evolve3 85
Scores 77 overall, wins 6 of 7 usage categories and 17 of 38 specs.
