JBL Live 670NC
JBL
85 Overall Score
vs
Sony WH-1000XM4
Sony
92 Overall Score
Scores
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Specifications
| JBL Live 670NC | Sony WH-1000XM4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | on-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.22 kg★ | 0.26 kg |
| Ear Cushion | fabric | foamed urethane |
| Headband | fabric | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz | 4 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 47 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 100 dB | 105 dB★ |
| Max SPL | 95 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | — | SBC, AAC, LDAC |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | industry-leading |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3★ | 5.0 |
| Profiles | A2DP 1.4, AVRCP 1.6, HFP 1.8 | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | 0.20000000298023224 m | 1.2000000476837158 m |
| Range | — | 9.100000381469727 m★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 65 hrs★ | 30 hrs |
| Charge Time | 3 hrs | 3 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 5min=4hrs | 10 min for 5 hours playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Capacity | 850 mAh★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 2 | 5★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Alexa, Google Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | JBL Headphones | Sony | Headphones Connect |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | — |
| Water Resistance | Water-Resistant | IPX0 |
Pros & Cons
JBL Live 670NC
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong battery (94th percentile)94th %ile
Sony WH-1000XM4
- Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong sound (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong anc (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
Pricing
JBL Live 670NC0.051score per dollar
vs
Sony WH-1000XM40.014score per dollar
JBL Live 670NC offers 3.6x better value for money
JBL Live 670NC
Sony WH-1000XM4
Verdict
Winner: Sony WH-1000XM4
Scores 92 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 6 of 41 specs.
