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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you're on a budget and prioritize value for money, the JBL Tune 710BT offers a solid overall sound quality and is comfortable for extended periods. However, it lacks some features found in the Sony WH-1000XM5, such as active noise cancelling, which significantly improves listening in noisy environments making them ideal for air travel. The WH-1000XM5 also provide a better experience for music listening with higher sound quality and a more accommodating soundstage. They're also equipped with a more robust set of app-enabled features, including an equalizer and virtual surround sound, enhancing their utility for various multimedia purposes. While the Sony headphones are more expensive, they offer advanced features and superior noise isolation suitable for focused listening sessions. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the JBL Tune 710BT
- Good for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the Sony WH-1000XM5
- Very good for music
Key differences
Music
6.1
8.2
The Sony WH-1000XM5 is very good for music, while the JBL Tune 710BT is only fair.
Phone Calls
6.5
5.5
The JBL Tune 710BT is only fair for phone calls, while the Sony WH-1000XM5 is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
7.9
6.0
The JBL Tune 710BT is good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Sony WH-1000XM5 is only fair.
Noise Reduction
6.0
9.1
The Sony WH-1000XM5 is excellent for noise reduction, while the JBL Tune 710BT is only fair.
Battery
50.0 Hours
40.3 Hours
The JBL Tune 710BT has 50 hours of battery life. The Sony WH-1000XM5 has 40.3 hours of battery life.
Cost
$63
$398
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The JBL Tune 710BT has a price of $63 and the Sony WH-1000XM5 costs $398.
Build Quality
8.0
8.8
The Sony WH-1000XM5 and JBL Tune 710BT both have very good build quality, though the Sony WH-1000XM5 has somewhat better build quality.
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Key similarities
Gaming
5.3
5.6
The Sony WH-1000XM5 and JBL Tune 710BT are both poor for gaming.
TV and Video
5.6
5.8
The Sony WH-1000XM5 and JBL Tune 710BT are both poor for TV and video.
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How the JBL Tune 710BT and the Sony WH-1000XM5 compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
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| JBL Tune 710BT | Sony WH-1000XM5 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$63 | $398 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | JBL | Sony | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | July 1, 2021 | May 1, 2022 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired + Wireless | Wired + Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 6.1/10 | 8.3/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 6.6/10 | 5.6/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.3/10 | 5.6/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 5.6/10 | 5.8/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 6.1/10 | 6.3/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 50 Hours | 40.3 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | No | No | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 2 Hours | 3.5 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5 | 5.2 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 6/10 | 9.1/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | Yes | |
Android App | |||
Android App | No | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | No | Yes | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 7/10 | 8.5/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8/10 | 8.8/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 6/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 220 Grams | 249.4 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Integrated | |
Waterproof Rating | |||
Waterproof Rating | 0 | 0 | |
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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."
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Kazi Mahbub Mutakabbir | February 2023
"The Sony WH-1000XM5 are the best Sony Bluetooth headphones so far and one of the most well-rounded Bluetooth headphones around. Look no further if you need class-leading ANC with a mostly inoffensive sound signature. Just be ready to pony up the price premium."
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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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