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Updated April 11, 2024·
If you're on a budget and prefer over-ear headphones that are comfortable for long periods, the JBL Live 770NC would be a great pick with its active noise canceling, foldable design, and longer battery life. The Sony WF1000XM5, while more costly, offers a compact, sweatproof option with features like wireless charging and optimized app controls for both Android and Apple devices, which are suitable if you lead an active lifestyle or want earbuds for travel. Keep in mind that the Sony earbuds also support a higher quality LDAC codec for better sound over Bluetooth, a feature that the JBL lacks. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the JBL Live 770NC
- Excellent for air travel
Advantages of the Sony WF1000XM5
- Very good for music
Key differences
Music
7.4
8.0
The Sony WF1000XM5 is very good for music, while the JBL Live 770NC is good.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
5.9
4.9
The JBL Live 770NC and Sony WF1000XM5 are both poor for podcasts and audiobooks, though the JBL Live 770NC is somewhat better.
Noise Reduction
7.0
8.7
The Sony WF1000XM5 is very good for noise reduction, while the JBL Live 770NC is good.
Battery
76.0 Hours
9.0 Hours
The JBL Live 770NC has 76 hours of battery life. The Sony WF1000XM5 has 9 hours of battery life.
Cost
$130
$298
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The JBL Live 770NC has a price of $130 and the Sony WF1000XM5 costs $298.
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Key similarities
Gaming
5.6
5.1
The JBL Live 770NC and Sony WF1000XM5 are both poor for gaming.
Phone Calls
5.2
5.0
The JBL Live 770NC and Sony WF1000XM5 are both poor for phone calls.
TV and Video
5.8
5.4
The JBL Live 770NC and Sony WF1000XM5 are both poor for TV and video.
Build Quality
8.0
8.5
The Sony WF1000XM5 and JBL Live 770NC both have very good build quality.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| JBL Live 770NC | Sony WF1000XM5 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$130 | $298 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | JBL | Sony | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2024 | July 1, 2023 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired + Wireless | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 7.5/10 | 8.1/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 5.3/10 | 5/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.6/10 | 5.2/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 5.8/10 | 5.5/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 6.1/10 | 6.2/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 76 Hours | 9 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | No | Yes | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 2 Hours | 1.5 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5.3 | 5.3 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | N/A | 18 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 7/10 | 8.8/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | Yes | Yes | |
Android App | |||
Android App | Yes | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | Yes | Yes | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 7/10 | 6.5/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Medium | Medium | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 220 Grams | 6 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Integrated | |
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Harley Maranan | July 2023
"The Sony WF-1000XM5 is among the best noise canceling earbuds currently on the market, and they aren’t cheap. These earbuds aren’t the best choice for budget-conscious listeners. But if you prioritize active noise cancelation, sound quality, and extensive software support, the WF-1000XM5 is worth its premium price tag."
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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.
About Sony
Sony is a multinational corporation, based out of Japan, with over 75 years of experience in the consumer electronics industry. In the audio market, Sony has been a trendsetter several times throughout its history. In 1979 they released the first-ever portable music player, the Sony Walkman, followed by the Discman 20 years later. Today, Sony is one of the leaders in the wireless headphone and earbud market, especially in terms of Active Noise Cancellation technology.
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