Sony WH-1000XM6
Sony
100 Overall Score
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JBL Live 770NC
JBL
87 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Sony WH-1000XM6
No customer feedback yet
JBL Live 770NC
85 out of 100 medium confidence 22 reviews
The JBL Live 770NC headphones receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their excellent sound quality, effective noise cancellation, and comfortable fit. Users highlight the long battery life, durable build with metal components, and the useful companion app that allows for personalized sound profiles. A few criticisms include the lack of a carrying case, slightly low maximum volume for some, and occasional resetting with sudden movements, but overall these are highly recommended for their value and performance.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Effective noise cancellation
- Comfortable over-ear fit
- Long battery life
- Durable build with metal parts
Cons
- No carrying case included
- Slightly low maximum volume for some
- Occasional reset with sudden movements
- Can get warm after long wear
Sound quality 12
Noise cancellation 10
Comfort 8
Battery life 6
Build quality 6
Value for money 5
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Specifications
| Sony WH-1000XM6 | JBL Live 770NC | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.25 kg★ | 0.26 kg |
| Ear Cushion | synthetic leather | Soft ear cushions |
| Headband | synthetic leather | fabric |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 30 mm | 40 mm★ |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Min | 4 Hz★ | 20 Hz |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | 20 kHz |
| Impedance | 48 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 103 dB★ | 100 dB |
| Max SPL | — | 95 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC, LDAC, LC3 | SBC, AAC, LE Audio |
| Surround | Spatial Audio, 360 Reality Audio | Spatial Audio |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP, TMAP, CSIP, MCP, VCP, CCP | A2DP 1.4, HFP 1.8, AVRCP |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | 1.2192000150680542 m |
| Range | 10 m★ | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 40 hrs | 65 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 3.5 hrs | 3 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 3 minutes for 3 hours playback | 5min=4hrs |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Capacity | — | 850 mAh★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 12★ | 2 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant | Alexa, Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Sony | Sound Connect | JBL Headphones |
| Gaming Mode | ✓ | ✓ |
| Water Resistance | Waterproof | Water-Resistant |
Pros & Cons
Sony WH-1000XM6
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong sound (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
JBL Live 770NC
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong battery (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
Pricing
Sony WH-1000XM60.250score per dollar
vs
JBL Live 770NC0.215score per dollar
Sony WH-1000XM6 offers 1.2x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Sony WH-1000XM6
Scores 100 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 7 of 43 specs.
