JBL Quantum 910X
JBL
60 Overall Score
vs
Sony WH-1000XM6
Sony
95 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
JBL Quantum 910X
72 out of 100 medium confidence 10 reviews
The JBL Quantum headset receives mixed feedback. Many users praise its solid sound quality, effective noise canceling, and comfortable fit, especially for gaming. However, several reviews highlight poor battery life, bulky design, and lackluster audio quality for music, with some noting issues with software and connectivity on Apple devices.
Pros
- Solid sound quality
- Effective noise canceling
- Comfortable fit
- Good for gaming
- Decent microphone quality
Cons
- Poor battery life
- Bulky design
- Mediocre audio for music
- Software glitches
- Connectivity issues with Apple
Sound quality 8
Battery life 4
Comfort 5
Noise canceling 3
Microphone quality 4
Software and app 3
Sony WH-1000XM6
No customer feedback yet
Scores
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Music
Specifications
| JBL Quantum 910X | Sony WH-1000XM6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.32 kg | 0.25 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | leather-wrapped memory foam | synthetic leather |
| Headband | leather | synthetic leather |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | neodymium | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 50 mm★ | 30 mm |
| Freq Min | — | 5 Hz★ |
| Impedance | — | 48 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | JBL Quantum 910X - Wireless Over-Ear Hi-Res Certified JBL QuantumSOUND Gaming Headset with Head Tracking-Enhanced, Active Noise Cancelling & Bluetooth, Up to 37Hrs of Battery & Speed Charging (Black) | LDAC |
| Surround | JBL Quantum 910X - Wireless Over-Ear Hi-Res Certified JBL QuantumSOUND Gaming Headset with Head Tracking-Enhanced, Active Noise Cancelling & Bluetooth, Up to 37Hrs of Battery & Speed Charging (Black) | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | — | adaptive |
| Transparency | — | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.3★ |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | — | ✓★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 37 hrs★ | 30 hrs |
| Charge Time | — | 3 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | Speed Charging | 10 min for 3 hours playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | — | 12★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | — | ✗ |
| Mic Pattern | Unidirectional | — |
| Features | ||
| Touch Controls | — | ✓★ |
| App | JBL QuantumENGINE | Sony | Sound Connect |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | — |
| RGB | ✓ | — |
Pros & Cons
JBL Quantum 910X
- Strong connectivity (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong mic (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong sound (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong battery (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (22nd percentile)
- Below average comfort (30th percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Sony WH-1000XM6
- Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (89th percentile)89th %ile
Verdict
Winner: Sony WH-1000XM6
Scores 95 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 9 of 35 specs.