JBL Quantum 800 vs. JBL LIVE 460NC

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of JBL Quantum 800 and JBL LIVE 460NC. 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. JBL LIVE 460NC Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS JBL Quantum 800 JBL LIVE 460NC
Product Type Headset - Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz radio frequency - wireless Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack
Weight 410 g 210 g JBL LIVE 460NC are lighter than JBL Quantum 800 headphones.
Colour Black Black | Blue | Rose | White
Earpad Material Memory foam -
Recommended Use - Portable electronics
SOUND QUALITY JBL Quantum 800 JBL LIVE 460NC
Headphones Form Factor Full size On-ear
Headphones Technology Dynamic Dynamic
Adjustable Headband - Yes
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless, wired
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) Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
Active Noise Cancelling Yes Yes Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology - Adaptive Noise Cancelling
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects DTS Headphone:X 2.0 Signature Sound
Frequency Response 20 - 40000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz JBL Quantum 800 offer a larger frequency range than JBL LIVE 460NC.
Max Input Power 30 mW -
Sensitivity 95 dB 96 dB/mW JBL LIVE 460NC have higher sensitivity than JBL Quantum 800.
Impedance 32 Ohm 32 Ohm
Max Sound Pressure 93 dB 92 dB
Diaphragm 50 mm 40 mm JBL Quantum 800 have a thicker diaphragm than JBL LIVE 460NC.
Features JBL Quantum SURROUND Voice control, TalkThru technology, MultiPoint Technology, Ambient Aware, Google Fast Pair, Auto Play, Auto Pause, Speed Charge, Smart Ambient
MICROPHONE JBL Quantum 800 JBL LIVE 460NC
Form Factor - Built-in
Type Boom -
Microphone Operation Mode Uni-directional Stereo
Sensitivity - -30 dBV/Pascal
REMOTE CONTROL JBL Quantum 800 JBL LIVE 460NC
Controls - Voice assistant
CABLE JBL Quantum 800 JBL LIVE 460NC
Cable Type Audio cable USB-C charge cable - detachable
Headphones cable - detachable
Detachable Cable - Yes
FEATURES JBL Quantum 800 JBL LIVE 460NC
Features QuantumSOUND Signature -
Intelligent Assistant - Google Assistant, Alexa
Additional Functions LED backlight -
BATTERY AND CHARGING JBL Quantum 800 JBL LIVE 460NC
Battery Type Headset battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer
Battery Capacity 1300 mAh 750 mAh JBL Quantum 800 have a higher battery capacity than JBL LIVE 460NC.
Battery Life 14 hour(s) 50 hour(s) JBL LIVE 460NC lasts longer on a single charge than the JBL Quantum 800.
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling on) (noise cancelling ON / Bluetooth): up to 40 hours
Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling off) (noise cancelling OFF / Bluetooth): up to 50 hours
Charging Time 2 hour(s) 2 hour(s) The charging of both headphones last the same time.
WIRELESS LINK JBL Quantum 800 JBL LIVE 460NC
Modulation Type GFSK, DQPSK -
CONNECTIONS JBL Quantum 800 JBL LIVE 460NC
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
OTHERS JBL Quantum 800 JBL LIVE 460NC
Included Accessories Wind shield, USB dongle USB-C charging cable
Compatibility - Android phone
Service & Support 1-year warranty Limited warranty - 1 year
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