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Updated January 10, 2024·
The JBL Tune 710BT headphones feature an over-ear design, which generally provides better sound quality and comfier fit for longer periods but is less portable compared to the Moondrop Nekocake's stemmed earbud design, which is more compact and exercise-friendly. The Tune 710BT offers superior build quality and integrated controls, making them robust and user-friendly, but their larger size and weight may not suit everyone. Meanwhile, the Nekocake offers slightly better noise isolation and has an app for equalizer and controls customization, which appeals to those who like to personalize their listening experience. If you make many calls, the JBL's mic quality is notably better. Importantly, only the Moondrop Nekocake features active noise cancelling, providing a quieter listening experience in noisy environments. The JBL has longer battery life, which is great for extended use without recharging. Neither supports low latency, making them less optimal for gaming or watching videos. Therefore, your choice should consider your priority between superior sound and build quality with less portability (JBL Tune 710BT) and compactness with customization plus active noise cancelling (Moondrop Nekocake). Give Feedback
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Advantages of the JBL Tune 710BT
The JBL Tune 710BT has no clear advantages over the Moondrop Nekocake.
Advantages of the Moondrop Nekocake
The Moondrop Nekocake has no clear advantages over the JBL Tune 710BT.
Key differences
Gaming
5.3/10
4.6/10
The JBL Tune 710BT and Moondrop Nekocake are both poor for gaming, though the JBL Tune 710BT is somewhat better.
TV and Video
5.6/10
5.0/10
The JBL Tune 710BT and Moondrop Nekocake are both poor for TV and video, though the JBL Tune 710BT is somewhat better.
Noise Reduction
6.0/10
7.0/10
The Moondrop Nekocake is good for noise reduction, while the JBL Tune 710BT is only fair.
Battery
50.0 Hours
3.0 Hours
The JBL Tune 710BT has 50 hours of battery life. The Moondrop Nekocake has 3 hours of battery life.
Cost
$63
$39
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The JBL Tune 710BT has a price of $63 and the Moondrop Nekocake costs $39.
"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."
"What sets the Nekocake apart from its competition at this price point is the Moondrop Link app that allows the user to change the tonal balance of the Nekocake. This makes sure that it’s versatile enough to suit different sonic preferences while allowing some customization of controls."
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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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