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Updated April 11, 2024·
If you prioritize active noise cancelling for a quieter experience, especially during air travel, and prefer headphones that are foldable with a longer battery life, the JBL Live 770NC is a better fit, but they're less suitable for exercise due to their size and form. On the other hand, JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless earbuds are more portable, sweatproof, and dustproof, making them ideal for exercise or outdoor use. However, their noise isolation is less effective compared to the 770NC's active noise cancelling, and they have a shorter battery life. The 770NC is much more expensive, so if budget is a concern, the Vibe Beam offers a more affordable option with a solid performance for calls and a more discreet stem design. Consider your primary activities and budget when choosing between these two JBL products. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the JBL Live 770NC
- Good for music
- Excellent for air travel
Advantages of the JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless
- Good for phone calls
- Good for gaming
- Good for podcasts and audiobooks
Key differences
Music
7.4
6.6
The JBL Live 770NC is good for music, while the JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless is only fair.
Gaming
5.6
7.3
The JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless is good for gaming, while the JBL Live 770NC is poor.
Phone Calls
5.2
7.8
The JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless is good for phone calls, while the JBL Live 770NC is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
5.9
7.3
The JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless is good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the JBL Live 770NC is poor.
TV and Video
5.8
6.9
The JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless is only fair for TV and video, while the JBL Live 770NC is poor.
Battery
76.0 Hours
8.3 Hours
The JBL Live 770NC has 76 hours of battery life. The JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless has 8.3 hours of battery life.
Cost
$130
$50
$0
$50
$100
$150
$200
The JBL Live 770NC has a price of $130 and the JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless costs $50.
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Key similarities
Noise Reduction
7.0
6.5
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers JBL Live 770NC to be good for noise reduction, while the JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless is only fair.
Build Quality
8.0
8.5
The JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless and JBL Live 770NC both have very good build quality.
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How the JBL Live 770NC and the JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| JBL Live 770NC | JBL Vibe Beam True Wireless |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$130 | $50 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | JBL | JBL | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2024 | February 1, 2023 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired + Wireless | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 7.5/10 | 6.6/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 5.3/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.6/10 | 7.4/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 5.8/10 | 7/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 6.1/10 | 6/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 76 Hours | 8.3 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | No | No | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 2 Hours | 1.1 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5.3 | 5.2 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | N/A | 16 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 7/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | Yes | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | Yes | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | Yes | Yes | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 7/10 | 8/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7/10 | 6/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Medium | Large | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 220 Grams | 8.8 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Integrated | |
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Headphone Dungeon
LaFonda | April 2023
"The Vibe Beam earbuds may not be a sleek as other earbuds in the price range, such as the equally priced Vibe Buds, but they sound great, have a long battery life, and come with an equalizer. And if you just need a solid pair if earbuds to get you through your commute, these will do the trick. I have no complaints here."
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About JBL
JBL is an American audio equipment manufacturer. Owned by Harman International which is, itself, owned by Samsung Electronics. JBL markets a wide array of monitoring speakers, professional headphones and consumer market headphones and earbuds. It was founded in 1946 by James Bullough Lansing (whose initials give the company its name) and has become one of the most prolific audio companies ever. Their products were responsible for audio during the 1969 Woodstock Festival.
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