JBL Quantum 910X
Sennheiser HDB 630
What Buyers Say
JBL Quantum 910X
The JBL Quantum headset receives mixed feedback. Many users praise its solid sound quality, effective noise canceling, and comfortable fit, especially for gaming. However, several reviews highlight poor battery life, bulky design, and lackluster audio quality for music, with some noting issues with software and connectivity on Apple devices.
Pros
- Solid sound quality
- Effective noise canceling
- Comfortable fit
- Good for gaming
- Decent microphone quality
Cons
- Poor battery life
- Bulky design
- Mediocre audio for music
- Software glitches
- Connectivity issues with Apple
Sennheiser HDB 630
The Sennheiser HDB 630 headphones are praised for their exceptional sound quality, delivering a clean, neutral, and detailed audio experience that rivals wired audiophile setups. Users highlight excellent comfort for long sessions, impressive battery life, and useful features like parametric EQ and crossfeed. While the ANC is decent but not class-leading, and the touch controls can be finicky, the overall sentiment is very positive, with many considering them a top choice for serious listeners.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality
- Excellent comfort for long sessions
- Impressive battery life
- Useful parametric EQ and crossfeed
- Good build quality
Cons
- ANC not class-leading
- Touch controls can be finicky
- Plasticky build feel
- Plain aesthetics
- Double-tap ANC/transparency UX issue
Scores
Specifications
| JBL Quantum 910X | Sennheiser HDB 630 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.32 kg | 0.31 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | leather-wrapped memory foam | synthetic leatherette |
| Headband | leather | Japanese leatherette |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | neodymium | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 50 mm★ | 42 mm |
| Drivers | — | 1★ |
| Freq Min | — | 6 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | — | 480 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 105 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | JBL Quantum 910X - Wireless Over-Ear Hi-Res Certified JBL QuantumSOUND Gaming Headset with Head Tracking-Enhanced, Active Noise Cancelling & Bluetooth, Up to 37Hrs of Battery & Speed Charging (Black) | aptX HD, aptX Adaptive |
| Surround | JBL Quantum 910X - Wireless Over-Ear Hi-Res Certified JBL QuantumSOUND Gaming Headset with Head Tracking-Enhanced, Active Noise Cancelling & Bluetooth, Up to 37Hrs of Battery & Speed Charging (Black) | Sennheiser HDB 630 Wireless Over-Ear Headphones - Hi-Res Audiophile Sound, Adaptive Noise Cancellation, Parametric EQ, 60 Hour Battery Life, Includes USB-C Low-Latency Bluetooth Adapter - Black | Senn |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | — | hybrid adaptive |
| Transparency | — | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.2 |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | USB-C |
| Detachable Cable | — | ✓★ |
| Cable Length | — | 1.2000000476837158 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 37 hrs | 60 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 2 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | Speed Charging | 10 min for 7 hours playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Capacity | — | 700 mAh★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | — | 4★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | — | ✗ |
| Mic Pattern | Unidirectional | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | voice assistant |
| Touch Controls | — | ✓★ |
| App | JBL QuantumENGINE | Sennheiser Sound Control Plus |
| Volume Limiting | — | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | ✓ | ✓ |
| RGB | ✓ | — |
Pros & Cons
JBL Quantum 910X
- Strong connectivity (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong mic (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong sound (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong battery (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (22nd percentile)
- Below average comfort (30th percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Sennheiser HDB 630
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong sound (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
Pricing
JBL Quantum 910X offers 1.3x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 13 of 43 specs.
