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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize sound quality and a more immersive experience for music listening, both the JBL Tune 710BT and Razer Hammerhead True Wireless deliver good performance, but the Razers have a slight edge in overall sound quality. For gaming, the Razers stand out due to their low latency mode, offering better synchronization between audio and video. On the other hand, the JBLs could be the more comfortable choice for longer listening sessions because of their over-ear design, and they're also suitable for travel given their foldable nature and longer battery life. If you need a microphone for clear calls or versatility in controlling your audio through an app, again the Razer Hammerhead comes out ahead. However, if budget is a significant concern, the lower price of the JBL might make it more attractive, especially considering it still offers a durable build and built-in controls. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the JBL Tune 710BT
Good for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the Razer Hammerhead True Wireless
Very good for gaming
Good for TV and video
Good for exercise
Key differences
Gaming
5.3/10
8.6/10
The Razer Hammerhead True Wireless is very good for gaming, while the JBL Tune 710BT is poor.
Phone Calls
6.5/10
5.4/10
The JBL Tune 710BT is only fair for phone calls, while the Razer Hammerhead True Wireless is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
7.9/10
5.6/10
The JBL Tune 710BT is good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Razer Hammerhead True Wireless is poor.
TV and Video
5.6/10
7.9/10
The Razer Hammerhead True Wireless is good for TV and video, while the JBL Tune 710BT is poor.
Noise Reduction
6.0/10
8.1/10
The Razer Hammerhead True Wireless is very good for noise reduction, while the JBL Tune 710BT is only fair.
Battery
50.0 Hours
5.0 Hours
The JBL Tune 710BT has 50 hours of battery life. The Razer Hammerhead True Wireless has 5 hours of battery life.
Cost
$63
$100
$40
$60
$80
$100
$120
$140
$160
The JBL Tune 710BT has a price of $63 and the Razer Hammerhead True Wireless costs $100.
Build Quality
8.0/10
8.7/10
The Razer Hammerhead True Wireless and JBL Tune 710BT both have very good build quality, though the Razer Hammerhead True Wireless has somewhat better build quality.
"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."
"This latest set is more “Pro” than not in both looks and features: they offer active noise cancellation, a low-latency gaming mode, and have switched to a in-ear design with silicone tips. Just like many of the company’s laptops and gaming accessories, the 2021 Hammerhead True Wireless include Razer’s full Chroma RGB system. It makes for what Razer calls “the ultimate wireless earbud flex.”"
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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 Razer
Razer is an American-Singaporean hardware manufacturer aimed specifically toward the gaming market. They manufacture a very wide array of gaming laptops, tablets, phones, peripherals and, of course, headphones and earbuds both wired and wireless. Since 2016, Razer has owned the THX suite, aimed at quality assurance of audiovisual systems such as speaker sets, video game consoles and even movie theaters.
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