Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT vs. JBL LIVE 670NC

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT and JBL LIVE 670NC. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare design, sound quality, but also other key features of both headphones and easily decide which ones are the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the headphones that best fit your needs and expectations.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT vs. JBL LIVE 670NC Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT JBL LIVE 670NC
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - 3.5 mm jack Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack
Weight 310 g 219 g JBL LIVE 670NC are lighter than Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT headphones.
Colour - Black
Recommended Use - Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m -
SOUND QUALITY Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT JBL LIVE 670NC
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic Dynamic
Ear Cups Type Closed -
Foldable - Yes JBL LIVE 670NC can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless, wired
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth 5.3 JBL LIVE 670NC have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT.
Bluetooth Profiles - Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
Bluetooth Audio Codec SBC, AAC, aptX -
Active Noise Cancelling - Yes JBL LIVE 670NC are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology - True Adaptive Noise Canceling
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects - Signature Sound, JBL Spatial Sound
Frequency Response 15 - 28000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT offer a larger frequency range than JBL LIVE 670NC.
Sensitivity 99 dB/mW 98 dB Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT have higher sensitivity than JBL LIVE 670NC.
Impedance 38 Ohm 32 Ohm
Max Sound Pressure - 95 dB
Diaphragm 45 mm 40 mm Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT have a thicker diaphragm than JBL LIVE 670NC.
Features - TalkThru technology, 2 devices connectivity, Ambient Aware, Auto Play, Auto Pause, Speed Charge, Smart Ambient
MICROPHONE Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT JBL LIVE 670NC
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Audio Input Details - Beamforming
Sensitivity - -38 dBV/Pascal
Microphones Included - 2
REMOTE CONTROL Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT JBL LIVE 670NC
Controls Volume On/off, answer/end, voice assistant
CABLE Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT JBL LIVE 670NC
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.2 m
USB charge cable - detachable - 30 cm
USB-C charge cable - detachable
Headphones cable - detachable - 2 m
Cable Length - 2 m
Detachable Cable - Yes
Plated Connector Gold -
FEATURES Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT JBL LIVE 670NC
Features - Touch control
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
Intelligent Assistant - Google Assistant, Alexa
Sensors - Touch sensor
BATTERY AND CHARGING Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT JBL LIVE 670NC
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity - 850 mAh
Battery Life 40 hour(s) 65 hour(s) JBL LIVE 670NC lasts longer on a single charge than the Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT.
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling on) (noise cancelling ON / Bluetooth): up to 50 hours
Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling off) (noise cancelling OFF / Bluetooth): up to 65 hours
Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling on) (noise cancelling ON / cable connection): up to 40 hours
Continuous talk (active noise-cancelling on) (noise cancelling ON): up to 28 hours
Continuous talk (active noise-cancelling off) (noise cancelling OFF): up to 33 hours
Charging Time 7 hour(s) 3 hour(s) JBL LIVE 670NC recharge faster than Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT.
CONNECTIONS Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT JBL LIVE 670NC
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
OTHERS Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT JBL LIVE 670NC
Included Accessories Protective pouch Carrying pouch, audio cable, USB-C charging cable
Compatibility - Android phone, Windows, Android tablet
Service & Support Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year Limited warranty - 2 years
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