Sony WH-1000XM3 vs. JBL Quantum One

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sony WH-1000XM3 and JBL Quantum One. 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

Sony WH-1000XM3 vs. JBL Quantum One Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony WH-1000XM3 JBL Quantum One
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC - 3.5 mm jack Headset - wired - USB, 3.5 mm jack, USB-C
Height 26.5 cm -
Width 18.6 cm -
Depth 2.93 cm -
Weight 255 g 369 g Sony WH-1000XM3 are lighter than Sony WH-1000XM3 headphones.
Colour Black | Silver Black
Earpad Material - Memory foam
Recommended Use Portable electronics -
High-Resolution Audio Yes -
SOUND QUALITY Sony WH-1000XM3 JBL Quantum One
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology - Dynamic
Ear Cups Type Closed -
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wired
Wireless Technology Bluetooth -
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.2 -
Bluetooth Profiles Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) -
Bluetooth Audio Codec SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD, LDAC -
Active Noise Cancelling Yes Yes Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology Digital Noise Cancelling technology (DNC) -
Volume Limiting Function Yes -
Sound Output Mode - Stereo
Sound Effects Digital Sound Enhancement Engine HX (DSEE HX) DTS Headphone:X 2.0
Frequency Response 4 - 40000 Hz 20 - 40000 Hz Sony WH-1000XM3 offer a larger frequency range than JBL Quantum One.
Max Input Power - 30 mW
Sensitivity 104.5 dB/mW 114 dB JBL Quantum One have higher sensitivity than Sony WH-1000XM3.
Impedance 16 Ohm 32 Ohm
Diaphragm Aluminium coated LCP - 40 mm 50 mm JBL Quantum One have a thicker diaphragm than Sony WH-1000XM3.
Magnet Material Neodymium -
Features - JBL Quantum SURROUND, JBL Quantum SPHERE 360
MICROPHONE Sony WH-1000XM3 JBL Quantum One
Type - Boom
Noise Cancelling Yes - Sony WH-1000XM3 microphone can cancel out ambient noise.
Sensitivity - -40 dBV/Pascal
REMOTE CONTROL Sony WH-1000XM3 JBL Quantum One
Controls Volume, next/previous track, voice assistant, phone button -
CABLE Sony WH-1000XM3 JBL Quantum One
Cable Type USB-C charge cable - detachable
Headphones cable - detachable - OFC - L shaped - 1.2 m
Audio cable
Cable Length 1.2 m -
Detachable Cable Yes -
Plated Connector Gold -
FEATURES Sony WH-1000XM3 JBL Quantum One
Intelligent Assistant Google Assistant -
Sensors Atmospheric pressure sensor -
Additional Functions Touch panel LED backlight
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony WH-1000XM3 JBL Quantum One
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable -
Battery Life 38 hour(s) -
Battery Life Details Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF): up to 38 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON): up to 30 hours
Standby (noise cancelling ON): up to 30 hours
Standby (noise cancelling OFF): up to 200 hours
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Standby Time 200 hours -
Charging Time 3 hour(s) -
Included Qty 1 -
CONNECTIONS Sony WH-1000XM3 JBL Quantum One
Connector Type USB (power only)
Headphones
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OTHERS Sony WH-1000XM3 JBL Quantum One
Included Accessories Carrying case, airplane adapter Wind shield
Software Included - JBL Quantum Engine
Service & Support Limited warranty - labour - 90 days
Limited warranty - parts - 1 year
1-year warranty
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