Sony WH-XB700 vs. JBL Quantum 800

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Sony WH-XB700 and JBL Quantum 800. 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.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Sony WH-XB700 vs. JBL Quantum 800 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony WH-XB700 JBL Quantum 800
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC - 3.5 mm jack Headset - Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency - wireless
Weight 196 g 410 g Sony WH-XB700 are lighter than Sony WH-XB700 headphones.
Colour Black | Blue Black
Earpad Material - Memory foam
Recommended Use Portable electronics -
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m -
SOUND QUALITY Sony WH-XB700 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 4.2 Bluetooth 5.0 JBL Quantum 800 have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Sony WH-XB700.
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)
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 Digital Sound Enhancement Engine (DSEE) DTS Headphone:X 2.0
Frequency Response 5 - 22000 Hz 20 - 40000 Hz JBL Quantum 800 offer a larger frequency range than Sony WH-XB700.
Max Input Power - 30 mW
Sensitivity 103 dB/mW 95 dB Sony WH-XB700 have higher sensitivity than JBL Quantum 800.
Impedance 37 Ohm 32 Ohm
Max Sound Pressure - 93 dB
Diaphragm 40 mm 50 mm JBL Quantum 800 have a thicker diaphragm than Sony WH-XB700.
Magnet Material Neodymium -
Features - JBL Quantum SURROUND
MICROPHONE Sony WH-XB700 JBL Quantum 800
Form Factor Built-in -
Type - Boom
Microphone Operation Mode - Uni-directional
REMOTE CONTROL Sony WH-XB700 JBL Quantum 800
Controls Volume -
CABLE Sony WH-XB700 JBL Quantum 800
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - 1.2 m
USB charge cable - detachable
Audio cable
Cable Length 1.2 m -
Plated Connector Gold -
FEATURES Sony WH-XB700 JBL Quantum 800
Features - QuantumSOUND Signature
Additional Functions - LED backlight
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony WH-XB700 JBL Quantum 800
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Headset battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity - 1300 mAh
Battery Life 30 hour(s) 14 hour(s) Sony WH-XB700 lasts longer on a single charge than the JBL Quantum 800.
Standby Time 300 hours -
Charging Time 4 hour(s) 2 hour(s) JBL Quantum 800 recharge faster than Sony WH-XB700.
WIRELESS LINK Sony WH-XB700 JBL Quantum 800
Modulation Type - GFSK, DQPSK
CONNECTIONS Sony WH-XB700 JBL Quantum 800
Connector Type USB
Bluetooth
Headphones (mini-phone 3.5 mm 4-pole)
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
OTHERS Sony WH-XB700 JBL Quantum 800
Included Accessories - Wind shield, USB dongle
Service & Support Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year 1-year warranty
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