Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT vs. JBL LIVE 650BTNC

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT and JBL LIVE 650BTNC. 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 SR50BT vs. JBL LIVE 650BTNC Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT JBL LIVE 650BTNC
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - 3.5 mm jack Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - 3.5 mm jack
Weight 180 g 249 g Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT are lighter than Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT headphones.
Colour Black | Brown-grey Black | White | Blue
Earpad Material Memory foam Polyurethane leather
Headband Material - Fabric
Recommended Use - Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m -
SOUND QUALITY Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT JBL LIVE 650BTNC
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Ear Cups Type Closed -
Foldable Yes Yes Both headphones can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth 4.2 Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than JBL LIVE 650BTNC.
Bluetooth Profiles Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) 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 650BTNC are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Noise Isolating Yes - Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects - Signature Sound
Frequency Response 5 - 40000 Hz 16 - 20000 Hz Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT offer a larger frequency range than JBL LIVE 650BTNC.
Max Input Power 1500 mW 30 mW
Sensitivity 98 dB/mW 100 dB JBL LIVE 650BTNC have higher sensitivity than Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT.
Impedance - 32 Ohm
Diaphragm 45 mm 40 mm Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT have a thicker diaphragm than JBL LIVE 650BTNC.
Features - TalkThru technology
In-Cord Volume Control Yes -
MICROPHONE Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT JBL LIVE 650BTNC
Form Factor - Built-in
Type On-cable -
Microphone Technology Electret condenser -
Microphone Operation Mode Omni-directional -
Frequency Response 50 - 4000 Hz -
Sensitivity -40 dB -
REMOTE CONTROL Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT JBL LIVE 650BTNC
Controls Volume Voice assistant
CABLE Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT JBL LIVE 650BTNC
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.2 m
USB charge cable - detachable
Charging cable - detachable
Headphones cable - detachable - 1.2 m
Cable Length 1.2 m 1.2 m
Detachable Cable Yes Yes
FEATURES Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT JBL LIVE 650BTNC
Intelligent Assistant - Siri, Google Assistant, Alexa
BATTERY AND CHARGING Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT JBL LIVE 650BTNC
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer
Battery Capacity - 700 mAh
Battery Life 25 hour(s) 30 hour(s) JBL LIVE 650BTNC lasts longer on a single charge than the Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT.
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF / Bluetooth): up to 30 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / Bluetooth): up to 20 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / cable connection): up to 35 hours
Standby Time 1000 hours -
Charging Time 5 hour(s) 2 hour(s) JBL LIVE 650BTNC recharge faster than Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT.
CONNECTIONS Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT JBL LIVE 650BTNC
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) Headphones (mini-phone 3.5 mm 4-pole)
OTHERS Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT JBL LIVE 650BTNC
Included Accessories - Carrying pouch, charging cable
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 1 year
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