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Updated April 10, 2024·
If you're looking for a budget-friendly option for immersive gaming and don't mind a wired connection, the JBL Quantum 100 with its excellent microphone and good sound for gaming would be suitable. They're not the best choice if you plan to use them during exercise or for travel, due to their size and lack of features like sweatproof certification. On the other hand, the JBL Tune Buds are wireless, offer good portability with a carrying case, and are sweatproof, making them ideal for exercise and travel. However, they might not be the best for gaming or watching TV due to potential latency issues. If you prioritize convenience and the ability to use earbuds on the go, especially for activities like working out, the JBL Tune Buds would be a better choice, while the JBL Quantum 100 caters more towards gamers who need a reliable mic and can accommodate a wired connection. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the JBL Quantum 100
- Good for music
- Very good for gaming
- Good for TV and video
Advantages of the JBL Tune Buds
- Good for exercise
- Very good for air travel
Key differences
Music
7.0
6.2
The JBL Quantum 100 is good for music, while the JBL Tune Buds is only fair.
Gaming
8.5
5.4
The JBL Quantum 100 is very good for gaming, while the JBL Tune Buds is poor.
Phone Calls
5.5
4.9
The JBL Quantum 100 and JBL Tune Buds are both poor for phone calls, though the JBL Quantum 100 is somewhat better.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
4.5
5.8
The JBL Tune Buds and JBL Quantum 100 are both poor for podcasts and audiobooks, though the JBL Tune Buds is somewhat better.
TV and Video
7.1
6.1
The JBL Quantum 100 is good for TV and video, while the JBL Tune Buds is only fair.
Noise Reduction
5.3
6.7
The JBL Tune Buds is only fair for noise reduction, while the JBL Quantum 100 is poor.
Battery
N/A
10.4 Hours
The JBL Quantum 100 does not have a battery. The JBL Tune Buds has 10.4 hours of battery life.
Cost
$20
$50
$0
$10
$20
$30
$40
$50
The JBL Quantum 100 has a price of $20 and the JBL Tune Buds costs $50.
Build Quality
6.5
8.5
The JBL Tune Buds has very good build quality, while the JBL Quantum 100 has only fair build quality.
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How the JBL Quantum 100 and the JBL Tune Buds compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| JBL Quantum 100 | JBL Tune Buds |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$20 | $50 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | JBL | JBL | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2020 | May 1, 2023 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 7/10 | 6.3/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 5.5/10 | 4.9/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.6/10 | 5.5/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.2/10 | 6.1/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 4/10 | 7.6/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | N/A | 10.4 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | N/A | No | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | N/A | 2 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | N/A | 5.3 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | N/A | 30 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 5.3/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | N/A | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | N/A | Yes | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 10/10 | 6/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 6.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 6/10 | 7/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | N/A | Large | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 220 Grams | 10.8 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Boom | Integrated | |
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Wes Davis | July 2023
"I appreciate a functional piece of tech as much as I do gear on the bleeding edge, and the JBL Quantum 100 certainly falls in the former category. The sound is reasonably good, the built-in microphone is surprisingly reliable and it has a thoughtful design for the price. It lacks the convenience of Bluetooth, sure, but sometimes it’s nice not to have to worry about the finicky nature of wireless communication and go with good old hard-wired tech."
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Tim Gideon | September 2023
"JBL’s Tune Buds stick with the company’s signature bass-heavy sound by default, but a quality in-app EQ lets you sculpt the audio to taste. These noise-cancelling true wireless earphones also mitigate environmental distractions fairly well for the price and offer good battery life. If you're specifically seeking bold, bass-tuned audio out of the box, the Tune Buds are worth a listen."
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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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