JBL Tune 770NC
JBL
80 Overall Score
vs
Beyerdynamic DT 990 PRO X
Beyerdynamic
62 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
JBL Tune 770NC
85 out of 100 low confidence 8 reviews
The JBL Tune 770NC headphones are praised for their excellent value, offering strong noise cancellation, impressive battery life, and good sound quality at a reasonable price. Users appreciate the comfortable fit and the companion app's customization options, though some note the ear cups could be slightly larger and the lowest noise cancellation setting mutes music. Overall, they are seen as a solid choice for budget-conscious buyers seeking reliable over-ear headphones.
Pros
- Excellent value for money
- Impressive battery life
- Good noise cancellation
- Comfortable for extended wear
- Customizable EQ via app
Cons
- Ear cups slightly too small
- Lowest ANC setting mutes music
- Companion app lacks features
- Average sound quality for audiophiles
- Initial setup in Chinese
Value for money 6
Battery life 5
Noise cancellation 6
Sound quality 7
Comfort 5
Companion app 4
Beyerdynamic DT 990 PRO X
No customer feedback yet
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Specifications
| JBL Tune 770NC | Beyerdynamic DT 990 PRO X | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | open |
| Foldable | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.22 kg★ | 0.29 kg |
| Ear Cushion | soft ear cushions | velour |
| Headband | padded headband | Alcantara microfibres |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | STELLAR.45 |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 45 mm★ |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz | 5 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 48 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 103 dB★ | 96 dB |
| Max SPL | — | 96 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | JBL Tune 770NC - Adaptive Noise Cancelling with Smart Ambient Wireless Over-Ear Headphones, Bluetooth 5.3, Up to 70H Battery Life with Speed Charge, Lightweight, Comfortable & Foldable Design (Black) | Its natural treble boost and impressive transparency deliver an exceptionally clear and spacious soundstage – perfect for mixing, critical listening, and editing. Airy detailed, unrivalled. |
| Surround | JBL Tune 770NC - Adaptive Noise Cancelling with Smart Ambient Wireless Over-Ear Headphones, Bluetooth 5.3, Up to 70H Battery Life with Speed Charge, Lightweight, Comfortable & Foldable Design (Black) | Spatial Audio |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | ✗ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | — |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3★ | — |
| Profiles | A2DP 1.3, AVRCP 1.5, HFP 1.6 | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Cable Length | — | 3 m |
| Range | 10 m★ | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 70 hrs★ | — |
| Charge Time | 2 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 5 minutes gets you an extra 3 hours of music | — |
| Charging | USB-C★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓★ | ✗ |
| NC Mic | ✓★ | — |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | voice assistant | — |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | — |
| App | JBL Headphones | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | — |
| Water Resistance | Water-Resistant | — |
Pros & Cons
JBL Tune 770NC
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong battery (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong build (86th percentile)86th %ile
Beyerdynamic DT 990 PRO X
- Strong sound (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong build (75th percentile)
- Strong anc (67th percentile)
- Below average mic (15th percentile)15th %ile
Pricing
JBL Tune 770NC0.846score per dollar
vs
Beyerdynamic DT 990 PRO X0.312score per dollar
JBL Tune 770NC offers 2.7x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: JBL Tune 770NC
Scores 80 overall, wins 5 of 7 usage categories and 14 of 39 specs.
