Sony WH-1000XM4 vs. JBL LIVE 670NC

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sony WH-1000XM4 and JBL LIVE 670NC. 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 WH-1000XM4 vs. JBL LIVE 670NC Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony WH-1000XM4 JBL LIVE 670NC
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - NFC - 3.5 mm jack Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack
Height 25.2 cm -
Width 7.7 cm -
Length 18.5 cm -
Weight 520 g 219 g JBL LIVE 670NC are lighter than Sony WH-1000XM4 headphones.
Colour White | Black | Silver | Midnight blue Black
Earpad Material Urethane foam -
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m -
High-Resolution Audio Yes -
SOUND QUALITY Sony WH-1000XM4 JBL LIVE 670NC
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic Dynamic
Ear Cups Type Closed -
Foldable Yes Yes Both headphones can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wireless, wired Wireless, wired
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth 5.3 JBL LIVE 670NC have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Sony WH-1000XM4.
Bluetooth Profiles Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP), Serial Copy Management System (SCMS-T) Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
Bluetooth Audio Codec SBC, AAC, LDAC -
Active Noise Cancelling Yes Yes Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology Ambient Sound Mode / Dual Noise Sensor True Adaptive Noise Canceling
Sound Output Mode - Stereo
Sound Effects Digital Sound Enhancement Engine Extreme (DSEE Extreme), Adaptive Sound Control, 360 Reality Audio Signature Sound, JBL Spatial Sound
Frequency Response - 20 - 20000 Hz
Sensitivity - 98 dB
Impedance - 32 Ohm
Max Sound Pressure - 95 dB
Diaphragm Aluminium coated LCP - 40 mm 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
Simultaneously Connectable Devices Qty (Multipoint) 2 - Sony WH-1000XM4 have the ability to connect to multiple devices simultaneously.
Magnet Material Neodymium -
Features HD Noise Canceling Processor QN1, Speak-to-chat technology, Precise Voice Pickup Technology, Quick Attention function, CCAW coil, Smart Listening Technology, Personal Noise Cancelling Optimiser, Atmospheric Pressure Optimising TalkThru technology, 2 devices connectivity, Ambient Aware, Auto Play, Auto Pause, Speed Charge, Smart Ambient
MICROPHONE Sony WH-1000XM4 JBL LIVE 670NC
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Audio Input Details - Beamforming
Sensitivity - -38 dBV/Pascal
Microphones Included 5 2 Sony WH-1000XM4 have a built-in microphone.
REMOTE CONTROL Sony WH-1000XM4 JBL LIVE 670NC
Controls Volume control, ANC on/off On/off, answer/end, voice assistant
CABLE Sony WH-1000XM4 JBL LIVE 670NC
Cable Type USB-C charge cable - detachable
Audio cable - OFC - L shaped / mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm - 1.2 m
USB-C charge cable - detachable
Headphones cable - detachable - 2 m
Cable Length - 2 m
Detachable Cable Yes Yes
FEATURES Sony WH-1000XM4 JBL LIVE 670NC
Features Touch control Touch control
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible Yes Yes
Intelligent Assistant Google Assistant, Alexa Google Assistant, Alexa
Sensors Proximity sensor, touch sensor Touch sensor
Additional Functions Touch panel -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony WH-1000XM4 JBL LIVE 670NC
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity - 850 mAh
Battery Life 38 hour(s) 65 hour(s) JBL LIVE 670NC lasts longer on a single charge than the Sony WH-1000XM4.
Battery Life Details Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling on): up to 30 hours
Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling off): up to 38 hours
Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling on) (noise cancelling ON / Bluetooth): up to 50 hours
Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling off) (noise cancelling OFF / Bluetooth): up to 65 hours
Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling on) (noise cancelling ON / cable connection): up to 40 hours
Continuous talk (active noise-cancelling on) (noise cancelling ON): up to 28 hours
Continuous talk (active noise-cancelling off) (noise cancelling OFF): up to 33 hours
Standby Time 200 hours -
Charging Time 3 hour(s) 3 hour(s) The charging of both headphones last the same time.
Included Qty 1 -
CONNECTIONS Sony WH-1000XM4 JBL LIVE 670NC
Connector Type USB (power only)
Bluetooth
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
OTHERS Sony WH-1000XM4 JBL LIVE 670NC
Included Accessories Carrying case, in-flight plug adapter, headphones cable (1.2 m), USB-C cable (0.2m) Carrying pouch, audio cable, USB-C charging cable
Compatibility - Android phone, Windows, Android tablet
Service & Support Limited warranty - parts - 1 year
Limited warranty - labour - 90 days
Limited warranty - 2 years
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