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Updated January 12, 2024·
The JBL Tune 710BT are over-ear headphones that will provide a comfortable fit and more passive noise isolation due to their design. The larger drivers may offer a more expansive soundstage and potentially richer bass. However, they might be less portable compared to earbuds. The Moondrop Chu, being in-ear earbuds, are likely more portable and discrete, ideal for on-the-go use. Earbuds could also be more comfortable for some users during long listening sessions. If a built-in microphone and wireless convenience are priorities, the JBL Tune 710BT, as wireless headphones, typically have these features, whereas basic earbuds like the Moondrop Chu might not. Making your choice depends on whether you prioritize sound isolation and potentially deeper bass (JBL Tune 710BT) over portability and discreteness (Moondrop Chu). If budget is a concern, the Moondrop Chu being the more affordable option, could be a significant factor in your decision. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the JBL Tune 710BT
- Very good for air travel
Advantages of the Moondrop Chu
- Good for music
- Very good for phone calls
- Very good for gaming
- Good for TV and video
Key differences
Music
6.1
7.9
The Moondrop Chu is good for music, while the JBL Tune 710BT is only fair.
Gaming
5.3
8.0
The Moondrop Chu is very good for gaming, while the JBL Tune 710BT is poor.
Phone Calls
6.5
8.8
The Moondrop Chu is very good for phone calls, while the JBL Tune 710BT is only fair.
TV and Video
5.6
7.5
The Moondrop Chu is good for TV and video, while the JBL Tune 710BT is poor.
Battery
50.0 Hours
N/A
The JBL Tune 710BT has 50 hours of battery life. The Moondrop Chu does not have a battery.
Cost
$80
$22
$0
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$40
$60
$80
$100
The JBL Tune 710BT has a price of $80 and the Moondrop Chu costs $22.
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Key similarities
Podcasts and Audiobooks
7.9
7.6
The JBL Tune 710BT and Moondrop Chu are both good for podcasts and audiobooks.
Noise Reduction
6.0
6.0
The JBL Tune 710BT and Moondrop Chu are both only fair for noise reduction.
Build Quality
8.0
8.5
The Moondrop Chu and JBL Tune 710BT both have very good build quality.
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How the JBL Tune 710BT and the Moondrop Chu compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| JBL Tune 710BT | Moondrop Chu |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$80 | $22 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | JBL | Moondrop | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | July 1, 2021 | April 1, 2022 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired + Wireless | Wired | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 6.1/10 | 8/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 6.6/10 | 8.9/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.3/10 | 8.1/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 5.6/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 6.1/10 | 4.4/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 50 Hours | N/A | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | No | N/A | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 2 Hours | N/A | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5 | N/A | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 6/10 | 6/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | N/A | |
Android App | |||
Android App | No | N/A | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | No | N/A | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 7/10 | 8.5/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8/10 | 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 | 8 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | In-Line | |
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JBL Tune 710BT
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Álvaro Nieto | February 2023
"We are facing headphones that are comfortable to use with a foldable and lightweight design, which is combined with 40mm dynamic drivers and a multipoint Bluetooth connection, which makes them versatile and a good option for day-to-day use, whether for listening music, podcasts, audiobooks, or videos."
Moondrop Chu
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Sound Guys
Jasper Lastoria | September 2022
"These budget buds put the pressure on those premium priced in-ear monitors to really justify the cost disparity. Offering excellent sound quality at any price, the Moondrop Chu is both a perfect entry into the audio enthusiast hobby, and an all around good pick for music fans."
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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 Moondrop
Moondrop is a Chinese brand of smart audio equipment, portable audio players, earbuds and headphones started in 2015. During the last few years they have become one of the major players in what is lovingly referred to as the Chi-fi market, the bulk of Chinese companies that have managed to actually compete with the western manufacturers in both prices and superior quality. Products such as the Blessing II, Chu and Kato are among the most popular offerings of the brand, more popular among those users that wish for good quality audio that won't break the bank. Besides audio, the brand also works in what they call the ACGN field (Animation, Comics, Games and Short Novels).
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