Sennheiser MOMENTUM M5AEBT
Sennheiser
93 Overall Score
vs
JBL Live 680NC
JBL
65 Overall Score
Scores
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Specifications
| Sennheiser MOMENTUM M5AEBT | JBL Live 680NC | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | on-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.29 kg | 0.23 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 42 mm★ | 40 mm |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | AAC, aptX Adaptive | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | hybrid adaptive | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | 5.0 |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | USB-C | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓★ | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 57 hrs | 80 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | fast charge for a quick top-up | 5-minute speed charge gives you 4 more hours of playtime |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 8★ | 4 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | — |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant | — |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | — |
| App | Sennheiser Smart Control | JBL Headphones app |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | — |
Pros & Cons
Sennheiser MOMENTUM M5AEBT
- Strong mic (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong sound (97th percentile)97th %ile
JBL Live 680NC
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong battery (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong mic (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong connectivity (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Below average social proof (11th percentile)11th %ile
Pricing
Sennheiser MOMENTUM M5AEBT0.010score per dollar
vs
JBL Live 680NC0.025score per dollar
JBL Live 680NC offers 2.5x better value for money
Sennheiser MOMENTUM M5AEBT
JBL Live 680NC
Verdict
Winner: Sennheiser MOMENTUM M5AEBT
Scores 93 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 6 of 28 specs.
