Sony WH-1000XM5 Black
Score: 87/100
JBL Tune 770NC
Score: 80/100Rankings
The Sony WH-1000XM5 offers premium ANC, 30 hours of battery life, and LDAC Hi-Res audio in a wireless over-ear design. Its relatively heavy build and longer charging time may affect comfort during extended wear. Geared toward travelers and audiophiles who value top-tier noise cancellation and sound quality.
The JBL Tune 770NC are wireless over-ear headphones featuring adaptive noise cancelling, a 40 mm driver, and up to 70 hours of playback with ANC off. Their ANC is modest and the ear cups are relatively tight, which may discomfort larger-ear listeners. Ideal for budget-conscious travelers who need long battery life and basic noise reduction.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
30 hours | 70 hoursbest | |
30 mm | 40 mmbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 250 g | 232 gbest |
48 Ωbest | 32 Ω | |
102 dB SPLbest | 100 dB SPL | |
— | 690 mAhbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 210 minutes | 120 minutesbest |
10 mbest | — |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Battery & Power(2) | ||
Battery Life (hours) | 30 hours | 70 hours |
Charging Time (minutes) | 210 minutes | 120 minutes |
Audio(4) | ||
Driver Size (mm) | 30 mm | 40 mm |
Impedance (Ω) | 48 Ω | 32 Ω |
Sensitivity (dB SPL) | 102 dB SPL | 100 dB SPL |
Microphone Type | beamforming | built-in |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (g) | 250 g | 232 g |
Dimensions (H×W×D) (mm) | 263x77x225 mm | 223x76x205 mm mm |
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Professional reviewers consider the WH-1000XM5 a benchmark in active-noise-cancellation and audio fidelity, highlighting its sophisticated 8-mic, dual-processor system, long battery life, and premium driver design. Comfort is enhanced by a friction-rod headband, though the 250 g weight and potential LDAC-related dropouts are noted as drawbacks.
Professional reviewers acknowledge the JBL Tune 770NC's strong battery endurance, solid driver sensitivity, and comfortable lightweight build, but they criticize the tight ear cup fit, modest ANC performance, and the absence of a travel case.
Everyday users love the marathon-length battery, the bass-forward sound, and the convenience of quick charging, especially for travel and workouts. However, recurring frustrations center on the cramped ear cups, plasticky feel, occasional ANC leakage, and the missing carrying case.
“Exceptional battery life (70 hours ANC off)”
