JBL Tune 670NC
Audio-Technica ATH-R70x
What Buyers Say
JBL Tune 670NC
Most users love these JBL headphones, praising excellent sound quality, effective noise cancellation, comfortable fit, and long battery life—many report great value for the price. One reviewer had a defective unit with no sound in one ear. A few users appreciate the easy controls, foldable design, and app connectivity. Overall, sentiment is strongly positive with a minor quality control concern.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Effective noise cancellation
- Long battery life
- Comfortable fit
- Great value for price
Cons
- Potential defective unit (no sound in one ear)
- No answers to Q&A questions
Audio-Technica ATH-R70x
The Audio-Technica ATH-R70x receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its neutral, detailed sound and exceptional comfort. Reviewers praise its precise imaging and value, often comparing it favorably to more expensive models like the Sennheiser HD650. Minor criticisms include the high impedance requiring an amp, slightly recessed vocals on some tracks, and a build that feels less luxurious. Overall, it is highly recommended for critical listening in a quiet environment.
Pros
- Neutral and detailed sound
- Exceptional comfort and lightweight
- Precise imaging and soundstage
- Great value for money
- Non-fatiguing treble
Cons
- High impedance requires an amp
- Slightly recessed vocals on some tracks
- Build feels less luxurious
- Small L/R markings hard to read
- Long cable may be inconvenient
Scores
Specifications
| JBL Tune 670NC | Audio-Technica ATH-R70x | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | on-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | open |
| Foldable | ✓★ | — |
| Weight | 0.17 kg★ | 0.21 kg |
| Ear Cushion | soft ear cushions | fabric |
| Headband | padded headband | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | — |
| Driver Size | 32 mm★ | — |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 470 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 98 dB★ | — |
| Max SPL | 95 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✗ | — |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC, LC3 | Audio-Technica ATH-R70x Professional Open-Back Reference Headphones, Black |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | — |
| ANC Type | adaptive | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3★ | — |
| Profiles | A2DP 1.4, AVRCP, HFP 1.8 | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | 1.2192000150680542 m | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 70 hrs★ | — |
| Charge Time | 2 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 5min=3hrs | — |
| Charging | USB-C★ | — |
| Capacity | 690 mAh★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓★ | — |
| Mic Count | 1★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓★ | — |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | voice assistant | — |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | — |
| App | JBL Headphones | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | — |
Pros & Cons
JBL Tune 670NC
- Strong connectivity (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong battery (94th percentile)94th %ile
Audio-Technica ATH-R70x
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong build (76th percentile)
- Below average mic (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average sound (20th percentile)20th %ile
- Below average comfort (30th percentile)
- Below average anc (32nd percentile)
Verdict
Scores 91 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 21 of 39 specs.