Sony WI-1000XM2 vs. JBL Quantum TWS

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sony WI-1000XM2 and JBL Quantum TWS. 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 WI-1000XM2 vs. JBL Quantum TWS Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony WI-1000XM2 JBL Quantum TWS
Product Type Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless - USB-C via Bluetooth adapter
Weight 58 g -
Dimensions & Weight Details - Charging case: 42.4 g
Earbud: 5.5 g
USB-C adapter: 2.5 g
Colour Black | Silver Black
Protection - IPX4
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m -
High-Resolution Audio Yes -
SOUND QUALITY Sony WI-1000XM2 JBL Quantum TWS
Headphones Form Factor In-ear - neckband In-ear
Headphones Technology Balanced armature / dynamic -
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth 5.2 JBL Quantum TWS have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Sony WI-1000XM2.
Bluetooth Profiles Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), 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)
Bluetooth Audio Codec SBC, AAC, LDAC -
Active Noise Cancelling Yes Yes Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology Digital Noise Cancelling technology (DNC) True Adaptive Noise Canceling
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects Digital Sound Enhancement Engine HX (DSEE HX), S-Master HX QuantumSURROUND
Frequency Response 3 - 40000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Sony WI-1000XM2 offer a larger frequency range than JBL Quantum TWS.
Sensitivity 101 dB/mW -
Impedance 22 Ohm -
Diaphragm 9 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 Sony WI-1000XM2 JBL Quantum TWS
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Microphone Operation Mode - Beamforming
Microphones Included - 6
REMOTE CONTROL Sony WI-1000XM2 JBL Quantum TWS
Controls Volume, noise-cancellation suspend button -
CABLE Sony WI-1000XM2 JBL Quantum TWS
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - OFC - L shaped - 1 m
USB charge cable
USB-C charge cable - detachable
Cable Length 1 m -
Detachable Cable Yes -
Plated Connector Gold -
FEATURES Sony WI-1000XM2 JBL Quantum TWS
Features Vibrating call alert -
Intelligent Assistant Google Assistant -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony WI-1000XM2 JBL Quantum TWS
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable 2 x headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer
Battery Capacity - 51 mAh
Battery Life 13 hour(s) -
Battery Life Details Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON): up to 10 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF): up to 13 hours
Standby (noise cancelling OFF): up to 100 hours
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
Standby Time 100 hours -
Charging Time 3.5 hour(s) 2 hour(s) JBL Quantum TWS recharge faster than Sony WI-1000XM2.
Included Qty - 2
CONNECTIONS Sony WI-1000XM2 JBL Quantum TWS
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole)
USB (power only)
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OTHERS Sony WI-1000XM2 JBL Quantum TWS
Included Accessories Carrying pouch, airplane adapter, 4 pairs of hybrid earbuds (SS/S/M/L sizes), 3 pairs of Triple-Comfort Earbuds 3 pairs of ear tips, Bluetooth USB-C adapter, USB-C charging cable, charging case (340 mAh)
Compatibility iPhone, iPod, Android phone -
Compliant Standards - IPX4
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