Sony MDR 1000X vs. JBL Quantum 400

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sony MDR 1000X and JBL Quantum 400. 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

Sony MDR 1000X vs. JBL Quantum 400 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony MDR 1000X JBL Quantum 400
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC Headset - wired - USB, 3.5 mm jack
Weight 275 g 274 g JBL Quantum 400 are lighter than Sony MDR 1000X headphones.
Colour Black | Beige Black
Earpad Material - Memory foam
Recommended Use Portable electronics -
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m -
SOUND QUALITY Sony MDR 1000X JBL Quantum 400
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Ear Cups Type Closed -
Foldable Yes - Sony MDR 1000X can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wired
Wireless Technology Bluetooth -
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.1 -
Bluetooth Profiles Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP), Low Complexity Subband Coding (SBC) -
Active Noise Cancelling Yes - Sony MDR 1000X are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Built-in Decoders - DTS
Frequency Response 4 - 40000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Sony MDR 1000X offer a larger frequency range than JBL Quantum 400.
Max Input Power - 30 mW
Sensitivity 103 dB/mW 98 dB Sony MDR 1000X have higher sensitivity than JBL Quantum 400.
Impedance 46 Ohm 32 Ohm
Diaphragm Liquid crystal polymer - 40 mm -
Magnet Material Neodymium -
Features - JBL Quantum SURROUND
MICROPHONE Sony MDR 1000X JBL Quantum 400
Form Factor - Detachable headset microphone
Type - Boom
Frequency Response - 10 - 10000 Hz
Sensitivity - -40 dB
REMOTE CONTROL Sony MDR 1000X JBL Quantum 400
Controls Volume control -
CABLE Sony MDR 1000X JBL Quantum 400
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.5 m -
Cable Length 1.5 m -
Detachable Cable Yes -
Plated Connector Gold -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony MDR 1000X JBL Quantum 400
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion -
Battery Life 20 hours -
Standby Time 34 hours -
Charging Time 4 hours -
WIRELESS LINK Sony MDR 1000X JBL Quantum 400
Transmission Range 10 m -
Modulation Type FHSS -
Radio Frequency Range 2.4 - 2.4835GHz -
CONNECTIONS Sony MDR 1000X JBL Quantum 400
Connector Type Bluetooth
USB
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole)
OTHERS Sony MDR 1000X JBL Quantum 400
Included Accessories Carrying case, USB cable, in-flight plug adapter -
Software Included - JBL Quantum Engine
Service & Support - 1-year warranty
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