Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT vs. JBL Quantum 800

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT and JBL Quantum 800. 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 Quantum 800 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT JBL Quantum 800
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - 3.5 mm jack Headset - Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency - wireless
Weight 310 g 410 g Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT are lighter than Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT headphones.
Colour - Black
Earpad Material - Memory foam
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m -
SOUND QUALITY Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT JBL Quantum 800
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic Dynamic
Ear Cups Type Closed -
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth 5.0 Both headphones have the same Bluetooth version.
Bluetooth Profiles - Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP)
Bluetooth Audio Codec SBC, AAC, aptX -
Active Noise Cancelling - Yes JBL Quantum 800 are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects - DTS Headphone:X 2.0
Frequency Response 15 - 28000 Hz 20 - 40000 Hz JBL Quantum 800 offer a larger frequency range than Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT.
Max Input Power - 30 mW
Sensitivity 99 dB/mW 95 dB Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT have higher sensitivity than JBL Quantum 800.
Impedance 38 Ohm 32 Ohm
Max Sound Pressure - 93 dB
Diaphragm 45 mm 50 mm JBL Quantum 800 have a thicker diaphragm than Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT.
Features - JBL Quantum SURROUND
MICROPHONE Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT JBL Quantum 800
Form Factor Built-in -
Type - Boom
Microphone Operation Mode - Uni-directional
REMOTE CONTROL Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT JBL Quantum 800
Controls Volume -
CABLE Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT JBL Quantum 800
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.2 m
USB charge cable - detachable - 30 cm
Audio cable
Plated Connector Gold -
FEATURES Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT JBL Quantum 800
Features - QuantumSOUND Signature
Additional Functions - LED backlight
BATTERY AND CHARGING Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT JBL Quantum 800
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer Headset battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity - 1300 mAh
Battery Life 40 hour(s) 14 hour(s) Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT lasts longer on a single charge than the JBL Quantum 800.
Charging Time 7 hour(s) 2 hour(s) JBL Quantum 800 recharge faster than Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT.
WIRELESS LINK Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT JBL Quantum 800
Modulation Type - GFSK, DQPSK
CONNECTIONS Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT JBL Quantum 800
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
OTHERS Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT JBL Quantum 800
Included Accessories Protective pouch Wind shield, USB dongle
Service & Support Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year 1-year warranty
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