JBL Quantum TWS vs. JBL Wave Buds

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of JBL Quantum TWS and JBL Wave Buds. 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 TWS vs. JBL Wave Buds Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS JBL Quantum TWS JBL Wave Buds
Product Type True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless - USB-C via Bluetooth adapter True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Dimensions & Weight Details Charging case: 42.4 g
Earbud: 5.5 g
USB-C adapter: 2.5 g
Earbud: 2.04 cm x 1.58 cm x 2.15 cm / 4.5 g
Charging case: 3.7 cm x 2.67 cm x 6.89 cm / 34 g
Colour Black White | Black
Protection IPX4 -
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
SOUND QUALITY JBL Quantum TWS JBL Wave Buds
Headphones Form Factor In-ear In-ear
Headphones Technology - Dynamic
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 5.2 Bluetooth 5.2 Both headphones have the same Bluetooth version.
Bluetooth Profiles Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
Active Noise Cancelling Yes - JBL Quantum TWS are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology True Adaptive Noise Canceling -
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects QuantumSURROUND Deep Bass
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Both headphones offer the same frequency response.
Sensitivity - 100 dB
Impedance - 16 Ohm
Max Sound Pressure - 95 dB
Diaphragm - 8 mm
Simultaneously Connectable Devices Qty (Multipoint) 2 - JBL Quantum TWS have the ability to connect to multiple devices simultaneously.
Features Ambient Aware, Low Latency Mode -
MICROPHONE JBL Quantum TWS JBL Wave Buds
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Microphone Operation Mode Beamforming -
Sensitivity - -38 dBV/Pascal
Microphones Included 6 -
CABLE JBL Quantum TWS JBL Wave Buds
Cable Type USB-C charge cable - detachable -
BATTERY AND CHARGING JBL Quantum TWS JBL Wave Buds
Battery Type 2 x headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity 51 mAh 47 mAh JBL Quantum TWS have a higher battery capacity than JBL Wave Buds.
Battery Life Details Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON (Hybrid) / Bluetooth): up to 6 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON (Adaptive) / Bluetooth): up to 5 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF): up to 8 hours
Continuous talk: up to 4 hours
Continuous playback: up to 8 hours
Continuous playback (with included charging case): up to 32 hours
Charging Time 2 hour(s) 2 hour(s) The charging of both headphones last the same time.
Included Qty 2 -
OTHERS JBL Quantum TWS JBL Wave Buds
Included Accessories 3 pairs of ear tips, Bluetooth USB-C adapter, USB-C charging cable, charging case (340 mAh) 3 pairs of ear tips, USB-C charging cable, charging case (550 mAh)
Compliant Standards IPX4 -
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