JBL Quantum JBLQTUM100M2BLKAM
JBL
40 Overall Score
vs
Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2
Bowers & Wilkins
97 Overall Score
Scores
Budget
Gaming
Music
Studio
Work
Calls
Commute
Specifications
| JBL Quantum JBLQTUM100M2BLKAM | Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | — | closed |
| Foldable | — | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.22 kg★ | 0.30 kg |
| Ear Cushion | Memory Foam | Leather |
| Headband | — | Aluminum, Leather |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | — | dynamic |
| Driver Size | — | 40 mm★ |
| Drivers | — | 1★ |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | JBL Quantum 100M2 - Wired Over-Ear Gaming Headset with omnidirectional, Detachable mic with Mute Option and Fabric-Covered Memory Foam Ear Cushions, Compatible with All Platforms (Black) | AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive, aptX HD, aptX LL, SBC |
| Surround | JBL QUANTUM-100M2-BLACK Wired Over-Ear Gaming Headset with Detachable Mic (2026) | Be at the center of the game with JBL QuantumSOUND Signature - From the tiniest footsteps to the loudest explosion, J | Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 Wireless Over-Ear Headphones, Active Noise Cancelling & Transparency Mode, High-Res Playback, 30H Playtime with Quick Charge Support, Bluetooth Headphones, Onyx Black | Bowers |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | — | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | adaptive |
| Transparency | — | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.3★ |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | — | ✓★ |
| Cable Length | — | 1.2000000476837158 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 30 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 0.25 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 15 Minutes for 7 Hours |
| Charging | — | USB-C★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | — | 8★ |
| NC Mic | — | ✓★ |
| Boom Mic | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Pattern | Omnidirectional | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Siri |
| Touch Controls | — | ✗ |
| App | — | Bowers & Wilkins Music |
| Volume Limiting | — | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | — |
Pros & Cons
JBL Quantum JBLQTUM100M2BLKAM
- Strong mic (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong social proof (77th percentile)
- Strong comfort (74th percentile)
- Below average sound (25th percentile)
- Below average anc (33rd percentile)
Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2
- Strong mic (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong sound (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (99th percentile)99th %ile
Verdict
Winner: Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2
Scores 97 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 14 of 38 specs.