Soundcore Life Q20
JBL Tune JBLT770NCBLKAM
What Buyers Say
Soundcore Life Q20
Users overwhelmingly praise these headphones for their exceptional value, comfort, and impressive noise cancellation at a budget price. Battery life is a standout feature, with one user reporting 60% charge remaining after two weeks of use. A few minor complaints include the headphones being slightly heavy and the lack of a clear power indicator light. Overall, the sentiment is highly positive, with most reviewers recommending them as a top budget pick.
Pros
- Exceptional value for money
- Impressive noise cancellation
- Long battery life
- Comfortable for extended wear
- Easy Bluetooth pairing
Cons
- Slightly heavy on the head
- No clear power indicator light
- Noise cancelling not confirmed for wired mode
JBL Tune JBLT770NCBLKAM
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
Scores
Specifications
| Soundcore Life Q20 | JBL Tune JBLT770NCBLKAM | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.26 kg | 0.23 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | memory foam | soft ear cushions |
| Headband | memory foam | padded |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm★ | 32 mm |
| Drivers | 4★ | — |
| Freq Min | 16 Hz★ | 20 Hz |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | 20 kHz |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 105 dB★ | 103 dB |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | Foldable design with ergonomic headband, memory foam ear cups and multi-point rotation, travel pouch | 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) |
| 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) |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | hybrid | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.3★ |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | — |
| Range | 15 m★ | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 60 hrs | 70 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 2 hrs | 2 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 5 minutes for 4 hours of listening | 5-minute recharge gives you 3 additional hours of music |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 4★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant | Voice prompts |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | ✗ |
| App | soundcore app | JBL Headphones |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Water Resistance | Water-Resistant | Water-Resistant |
Pros & Cons
Soundcore Life Q20
- Strong sound (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong anc (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong battery (91st percentile)91st %ile
JBL Tune JBLT770NCBLKAM
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong battery (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong build (86th percentile)86th %ile
Pricing
JBL Tune JBLT770NCBLKAM offers 1.4x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 90 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 10 of 41 specs.
