JBL Quantum 100
The JBL Quantum Sound signature, tuned for accurate 20Hz-20kHz positional audio, helps pinpoint footsteps and gunfire, while the detachable boom mic with echo cancelling isolates voice clearly. Memory foam ear cushions with PU leather and a lightweight 220-gram build deliver lasting comfort, and the universal 3.5mm connection supports PC, consoles, and mobile. This headset suits entry-level competitive gamers who prioritize comms and spatial cues over music playback.
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong mic (97th percentile) 97th
- Strong build (89th percentile) 89th
- Strong user sentiment (87th percentile) 87th
- Strong social proof (76th percentile) 76th
Cons
- Below average sound (24th percentile)
- Below average anc (33rd percentile)
What owners think
How owner sentiment changed over time
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The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Design
| Form Factor | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed |
| Weight | 0.2 kg / 0.5 lbs |
| Ear Cushion | memory foam |
Audio
| Driver Type | dynamic |
| Freq Min | 20 |
| Freq Max | 20000 |
| Impedance | 32 |
| Codecs | JBL Quantum 100 - Wired Over-Ear Gaming Headphones - White, Large |
| Surround | JBL Quantum 100 - Wired Over-Ear Gaming Headphones - White, Large | JBL Quantum 100 - Wired Over-Ear Gaming Headphones | 050036369695 | B084CZT5SX | 1.0 Count | Foam | JBL Quantum 100 - White | 7.8 ou |
Connectivity
| Wireless | No |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | No |
| Cable Length | 1.2 |
Battery
| Charging | USB-C |
Microphone
| Microphone | Yes |
| NC Mic | Yes |
| Boom Mic | Yes |
| Detachable Mic | Yes |
Features
| Touch Controls | Yes |
| Gaming Mode | Yes |
| Water Resistance | Water-Resistant |
vs Competition
| Spec | JBL Quantum 100 | Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/H | Truefree HF-10 | HAYLOU S30 | Soundcore Space One A3035Z11 | Audio-Technica ATH-S300BT ATH-S300BTBK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear |
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size (mm) | - | 40 | 40 | 40 | 40 | 40 |
| Impedance Ohms | 32 | 314 | 20 | 32 | 16 | 45 |
| Wireless | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Active Noise Cancellation | - | true | true | true | true | true |
| Open Closed Back | closed | closed | closed | closed | closed | closed |
| Bluetooth Version | - | 5.2 | 6.0 | 5.4 | 5.3 | 5.1 |
| Battery Life Hours | - | 30 | 125 | 80 | 40 | 90 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Anc | Mic | Build | Sound | Battery | Comfort | User Sentiment | Connectivity | Social Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JBL Quantum 100 | 33.2 | 96.9 | 89.3 | 24.4 | 50.6 | 72.9 | 87.2 | 63.2 | 76 |
| Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/H Compare | 98.4 | 83.5 | 37.2 | 82.9 | 80.8 | 59.6 | 70.8 | 94.8 | 94.7 |
| Truefree HF-10 Compare | 94.8 | 88.3 | 96.2 | 86.3 | 99.8 | 84.5 | 87.2 | 96.1 | 94.7 |
| HAYLOU S30 Compare | 94.8 | 99.7 | 80.6 | 99.3 | 97 | 53 | 70.8 | 98.8 | 98.7 |
| Soundcore Space One A3035Z11 Compare | 98.4 | 86.7 | 89.3 | 94.7 | 85.1 | 90.1 | 45.6 | 96.7 | 89 |
| Audio-Technica ATH-S300BT ATH-S300BTBK Compare | 94.8 | 65.6 | 80.6 | 72 | 97.9 | 59.6 | 0 | 98.9 | 70.9 |
Price
Value & Pricing
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