JBL Quantum 800 vs. Apple AirPods Max

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of JBL Quantum 800 and Apple AirPods Max. 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

JBL Quantum 800 vs. Apple AirPods Max Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS JBL Quantum 800 Apple AirPods Max
Product Type Headset - Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency - wireless Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Height - 18.73 cm
Width - 16.86 cm
Depth - 8.34 cm
Weight 410 g 384.8 g Apple AirPods Max are lighter than JBL Quantum 800 headphones.
Dimensions & Weight Details - Headphones: 16.86 cm x 8.34 cm x 18.73 cm / 384.8 g
Case: 134.5 g
Colour Black Green | Space grey | Silver | Sky blue | Pink
Body Material - Stainless steel, anodised aluminium
Earpad Material Memory foam Memory foam, mesh textile
Headband Material - Knit mesh
Recommended Use - Portable electronics, computer
SOUND QUALITY JBL Quantum 800 Apple AirPods Max
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic Dynamic
Adjustable Headband - Yes
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth 5.0 Both headphones have the same Bluetooth version.
Bluetooth Profiles Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP) -
Active Noise Cancelling Yes Yes Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects DTS Headphone:X 2.0 Adaptive EQ
Frequency Response 20 - 40000 Hz -
Max Input Power 30 mW -
Sensitivity 95 dB -
Impedance 32 Ohm -
Max Sound Pressure 93 dB -
Diaphragm 50 mm -
Magnet Material - Neodymium magnet
Features JBL Quantum SURROUND Apple H1 chip
MICROPHONE JBL Quantum 800 Apple AirPods Max
Form Factor - Built-in
Type Boom -
Microphone Operation Mode Uni-directional -
Microphones Included - 9
REMOTE CONTROL JBL Quantum 800 Apple AirPods Max
Controls - Volume, play/pause, next/previous track, voice assistant, answer call, ANC/transparency
CABLE JBL Quantum 800 Apple AirPods Max
Cable Type Audio cable USB-C to Lightning cable - detachable
FEATURES JBL Quantum 800 Apple AirPods Max
Features QuantumSOUND Signature On-ear detection
Intelligent Assistant - Siri
Sensors - Accelerometer, gyro sensor, position sensor, optical sensor, case-detect sensor
Additional Functions LED backlight Wireless audio sharing, transparency mode, spatial audio with dynamic head tracking
BATTERY AND CHARGING JBL Quantum 800 Apple AirPods Max
Battery Type Headset battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Capacity 1300 mAh -
Battery Life 14 hour(s) 20 hour(s) Apple AirPods Max lasts longer on a single charge than the JBL Quantum 800.
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling on): up to 20 hours
Continuous playback (spatial audio on): up to 20 hours
Continuous talk: up to 20 hours
Charging Time 2 hour(s) -
WIRELESS LINK JBL Quantum 800 Apple AirPods Max
Modulation Type GFSK, DQPSK -
CONNECTIONS JBL Quantum 800 Apple AirPods Max
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) -
OTHERS JBL Quantum 800 Apple AirPods Max
Included Accessories Wind shield, USB dongle Charging case, Lightning to USB-C cable
Compatibility - iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac
Service & Support 1-year warranty Limited warranty - 1 year
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