Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS vs. JBL LIVE 460NC

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS and JBL LIVE 460NC. 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 QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS vs. JBL LIVE 460NC Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS JBL LIVE 460NC
Product Type Headphones - wired - 3.5 mm jack Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack
Weight 192 g 210 g Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS are lighter than Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS headphones.
Colour Black Black | Blue | Rose | White
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
SOUND QUALITY Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS JBL LIVE 460NC
Headphones Form Factor Full size On-ear
Headphones Technology - Dynamic
Adjustable Headband - Yes
Connectivity Technology Wired Wireless, wired
Wireless Technology - Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version - Bluetooth 5.0
Bluetooth Profiles - Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
Active Noise Cancelling Yes Yes Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology - Adaptive Noise Cancelling
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects - Signature Sound
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Both headphones offer the same frequency response.
Max Input Power 500 mW -
Sensitivity 97 dB/mW 96 dB/mW Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS have higher sensitivity than JBL LIVE 460NC.
Impedance 150 Ohm 32 Ohm
Max Sound Pressure - 92 dB
Diaphragm 40 mm 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
Features - Voice control, TalkThru technology, MultiPoint Technology, Ambient Aware, Google Fast Pair, Auto Play, Auto Pause, Speed Charge, Smart Ambient
MICROPHONE Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS JBL LIVE 460NC
Form Factor - Built-in
Type On-cable -
Microphone Operation Mode Mono Stereo
Sensitivity - -30 dBV/Pascal
REMOTE CONTROL Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS JBL LIVE 460NC
Controls On/off, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track Voice assistant
CABLE Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS JBL LIVE 460NC
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - 1.2 m USB-C charge cable - detachable
Headphones cable - detachable
Detachable Cable Yes Yes
FEATURES Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS JBL LIVE 460NC
Intelligent Assistant - Google Assistant, Alexa
BATTERY AND CHARGING Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS JBL LIVE 460NC
Battery Type 1 x battery - AAA type Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer
Battery Capacity - 750 mAh
Battery Life 40 hour(s) 50 hour(s) JBL LIVE 460NC lasts longer on a single charge than the Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS.
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling on) (noise cancelling ON / Bluetooth): up to 40 hours
Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling off) (noise cancelling OFF / Bluetooth): up to 50 hours
Charging Time - 2 hour(s)
Included Qty 1 -
CONNECTIONS Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS JBL LIVE 460NC
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
OTHERS Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS JBL LIVE 460NC
Included Accessories Airplane adapter, protective pouch USB-C charging cable
Compatibility - Android phone
Service & Support Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 1 year
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