In depth comparison and review of JBL LIVE 650BTNC and Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2. Compare design, audio features, functions and other important specifications to easily choose the right headphones for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the headphones that will best fit your needs.
| DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | JBL LIVE 650BTNC | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 |
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| Product Type | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - 3.5 mm jack | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack | |
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| Series | - | M-Series | |
| Weight | 249 g | 307 g | JBL LIVE 650BTNC are lighter than JBL LIVE 650BTNC headphones. |
| Colour | Black | White | Blue | Black | |
| Earpad Material | Polyurethane leather | - | |
| Headband Material | Fabric | - | |
| Recommended Use | Portable electronics | Portable electronics | |
| Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) | - | 10 m |
| SOUND QUALITY | JBL LIVE 650BTNC | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 |
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| Headphones Form Factor | Full size | Full size | |
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| Headphones Technology | - | Dynamic | |
| Ear Cups Type | - | Closed | |
| Adjustable Headband | - | Yes | |
| Foldable | Yes | Yes | Both headphones can be folded. |
| Connectivity Technology | Wireless | Wireless, wired | |
| Wireless Technology | Bluetooth | Bluetooth | |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 4.2 | Bluetooth 5.0 | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than JBL LIVE 650BTNC. |
| Bluetooth Profiles | Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) | Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) | |
| Bluetooth Audio Codec | - | SBC, AAC, LDAC | |
| Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | - | JBL LIVE 650BTNC are equipped with active noice cancellation. |
| Sound Output Mode | Stereo | Stereo | |
| Sound Effects | Signature Sound | - | |
| Frequency Response | 16 - 20000 Hz | 15 - 28000 Hz | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 offer a larger frequency range than JBL LIVE 650BTNC. |
| Max Input Power | 30 mW | - | |
| Sensitivity | 100 dB | 99 dB/mW | JBL LIVE 650BTNC have higher sensitivity than Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2. |
| Impedance | 32 Ohm | 38 Ohm | |
| Diaphragm | 40 mm | 45 mm | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 have a thicker diaphragm than JBL LIVE 650BTNC. |
| Features | TalkThru technology | MultiPoint Technology, Low Latency Mode, Google Fast Pair |
| MICROPHONE | JBL LIVE 650BTNC | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 |
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| Form Factor | Built-in | Built-in | |
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| Microphone Operation Mode | - | Omni-directional, beamforming | |
| Frequency Response | - | 85 - 15000 Hz | |
| Sensitivity | - | -38 dBV/Pascal | |
| Microphones Included | - | 2 |
| REMOTE CONTROL | JBL LIVE 650BTNC | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 |
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| Controls | Voice assistant | Mute, volume, power on/off, status indicator, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, voice assistant |
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| CABLE | JBL LIVE 650BTNC | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 |
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| Cable Type | Charging cable - detachable Headphones cable - detachable - 1.2 m |
Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.2 m USB-C charge cable - detachable - 30 cm |
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| Cable Length | 1.2 m | 1.2 m | |
| Detachable Cable | Yes | Yes | |
| Plated Connector | - | Gold |
| FEATURES | JBL LIVE 650BTNC | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 |
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| Features | - | Fast charge | |
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| Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible | - | Yes | |
| Intelligent Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant, Alexa | Siri, Google Assistant, Alexa built-in | |
| Additional Functions | - | Amplifier |
| BATTERY AND CHARGING | JBL LIVE 650BTNC | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 |
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| Battery Type | Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer | Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer | |
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| Battery Capacity | 700 mAh | - | |
| Battery Life | 30 hour(s) | 50 hour(s) | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 lasts longer on a single charge than the JBL LIVE 650BTNC. |
| 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 |
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| Charging Time | 2 hour(s) | 3.5 hour(s) | JBL LIVE 650BTNC recharge faster than JBL LIVE 650BTNC. |
| WIRELESS LINK | JBL LIVE 650BTNC | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 |
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| Radio Transmitter Power | - | 5.1 mW |
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| CONNECTIONS | JBL LIVE 650BTNC | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 |
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| Connector Type | Headphones (mini-phone 3.5 mm 4-pole) | Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) |
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| OTHERS | JBL LIVE 650BTNC | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 |
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| Included Accessories | Carrying pouch, charging cable | Protective pouch, USB-C charging cable | |
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| Compatibility | - | iPhone, Android phone, Android tablet | |
| Compliant Standards | - | RSS-102, FCC Part 15, CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB3(B) | |
| Service & Support | Limited warranty - 1 year | - |
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