Nothing Headphone (a) B186
JBL Quantum 360X
What Buyers Say
Nothing Headphone (a) B186
Users are overwhelmingly positive about these Nothing headphones, praising the exceptional battery life, comfortable fit, and intuitive controls like the scroll wheel. The sound quality is generally considered great for the price, though one audiophile friend rated it 5/10 and some note the noise cancellation isn't the strongest. The app's customization options and sleek design are also highlights, with minor complaints about glossy plastic showing smudges and snugness over long periods.
Pros
- Exceptional battery life
- Comfortable fit
- Intuitive controls
- Great sound for price
- Customizable app
Cons
- Glossy plastic shows smudges
- Noise cancellation not strongest
- Slightly snug over long periods
- Transparency mode could improve
JBL Quantum 360X
The JBL Quantum 360X wireless gaming headset receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its comfort, sound quality, and versatile connectivity. Users praise its lightweight design, long battery life, and seamless switching between Bluetooth and the wireless dongle for Xbox, PC, and PlayStation. A few minor criticisms include slightly flimsy build, mediocre microphone quality for recording, and one report of a missing USB dongle. Overall, it is highly recommended for casual gaming and work-from-home use.
Pros
- Very comfortable for long sessions
- Great sound quality with clear bass
- Long battery life (20+ hours)
- Seamless Bluetooth and dongle switching
- Lightweight and portable design
Cons
- Slightly flimsy build quality
- Mediocre microphone for recording
- One report of missing USB dongle
- A bit heavy for some users
- Sound lacked a little for one reviewer
Scores
Specifications
| Nothing Headphone (a) B186 | JBL Quantum 360X | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | — | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.31 kg | 0.17 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | memory foam | breathable fabric with memory foam |
| Headband | Liquid Silicone Padding | lightweight headband |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Drivers | — | 1★ |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 110 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Codecs | LDAC | JBL Quantum 360X - Wireless Over-Ear Gaming Headset with Detachable Boom mic, JBL QuantumSOUND Signature, Up to 22-Hour Battery Life, Speed Charge and Play & Charge, Multi-Platform (Black) |
| Surround | Virtual Surround | Surround Sound |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | ✗ |
| ANC Type | adaptive hybrid | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | 5.0 |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | USB-C |
| Detachable Cable | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | — |
| Range | 10.100000381469727 m★ | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 135 hrs★ | 22 hrs |
| Charge Time | 2 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 5 | Five minutes gets you an extra hour of playback time |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 5★ | 1 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Amazon Alexa, Google Home, Apple Home, SmartThings | — |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | — |
| App | Nothing X | JBL QuantumENGINE PC Suite |
| Gaming Mode | ✓ | ✓ |
| RGB | — | ✓ |
| Water Resistance | Water-Resistant | — |
Pros & Cons
Nothing Headphone (a) B186
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong battery (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong anc (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Below average affordability (25th percentile)
- Below average comfort (30th percentile)
JBL Quantum 360X
- Strong comfort (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong mic (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong connectivity (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Below average affordability (32nd percentile)
- Below average anc (33rd percentile)
- Below average build (33rd percentile)
Pricing
Nothing Headphone (a) B186 offers 1.2x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 87 overall, wins 6 of 7 usage categories and 13 of 41 specs.
