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Best For
Best Overall
JBL Live 770NC
Best Battery Life
JBL Live 770NC
Best for Comfort and Lightweight Design
Sony WH-CH720N
Best for Sound Customization
JBL Live 770NC
Best for Noise Cancellation
Sony WH-CH720N
The Sony WH-CH720N and JBL Live 770NC are both wireless over-ear headphones designed for everyday listening, commuting and entertainment, but they take different approaches. Sony focuses on a lightweight 192 g design, balanced sound and effective noise cancellation, while the JBL Live 770NC offers larger 40 mm drivers, Adaptive Noise Cancelling and substantially longer battery life. JBL also adds features such as Personi-Fi 2.0, JBL Spatial Sound and Bluetooth 5.3. If comfort and low weight are priorities, Sony has an advantage; however, JBL offers a stronger feature set for users who want long battery life and a more immersive listening experience.
Verdict
The JBL Live 770NC is the better overall choice for users who prioritize battery life, larger drivers, immersive sound and customization. Its 70-hour rated battery life and 40 mm drivers make it particularly appealing for frequent travelers and entertainment-focused listeners. The Sony WH-CH720N is a better fit for users who want a significantly lighter headphone at 192 g, balanced sound and Sony’s noise-cancelling technology. For all-around features and endurance, JBL gets the edge.
| Specification | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | Rs.14,999.00 |
Rs.14,990.00 |
| Brand | JBL |
Sony |
| Model No | Live 770NC |
WH-CH720N |
| Wired / Wireless | Wireless Headphone Specification |
Wireless Headphone Specification |
| Headphone Type | Over Ear |
Over Ear |
| Magnet Type | Dynamic |
Dynamic |
| Driver Diameter | 40 mm |
30 mm |
| Impedance | 32 Ohms |
325/31 ohm |
| Sensitivity | 100dB SPL@ 1kHz 1mW |
108 dB/mW |
| Frequency Response | 20 Hz - 20KHz, AUX Mode: 20 Hz ~ 40KHz |
7 Hz - 20,000 Hz |
| Maximum Power Input | 5V 1A |
DC 5 V |
| Wireless / Bluetooth Details | ||
| Wireless Technology | Bluetooth |
Bluetooth |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.3 |
5.2 |
| Compatible Profiles | All Bluetooth Devices |
All Bluetooth Devices |
| Supported Codecs | AAC, SBC |
A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP, SBC, AAC |
| Battery Type | Lithium-Ion Batteries |
Lithium-ion Batteries |
| Bluetooth Range | 10 Meters |
10 Meters |
| Battery Life | 70 Hours |
35 Hours NC ON |
| Charging Time | 3 Hours |
3.5 Hours |
| Noise Cancelling | Adaptive Noise Cancelling |
Ambient NC |
| Available Colors | Black, White, Blue, Gold |
Black, White, Blue |
| Connector Plating | 3.5 mm Jack |
3.5 Gold-Plated L-Shaped Stereo Mini Plug |
| Cable | USB Type-C Charging Cable |
USB Type-C Charging Cable |
| Weight | 256 GM |
192 Gm |
| Other Features | Hands-free calls with Voice Aware. Customize your listening experience. Bluetooth 5.3 with LE audio supported (*). JBL Signature Sound and surround sound. Up To 50 hours of Battery Life with ANC ON. Up To 65 hours of Battery Life with ANC OFF. True Adaptive Noise Cancelling with Smart Ambient. Multi-Point Connection helps to pair with two Bluetooth devices at the same time. Up To 65-hour battery life with ultra-fast charging ( 5 min charge for up to 4 hour of playback ). Adaptive Noise Cancelling with adjustable Ambient Aware and Talk Thru to sharpen the surrounding sounds. Hands-free calls with Voice aware, manage your calls from your headphones with the buttons on the ear-cup. JBL Signature Sound : 40mm driver offer immersive JBL Spatial Sound that turns any stereo content from any device into virtual surround sound. Personi-Fi 2.0 helps to customize sound as per your preference. JBL headphones app allows you to customize the EQ, ANC, ambient sound control and more |
Super comfortable and lightweight design. All-day listening with up to 35 hours of battery life. High sound quality and well-balanced sound tuning. Sony’s lightest Wireless Noise-cancelling headband ever. Easy and clear hands-free calling and voice assistant with wake word. Multi-Point Connection helps to pair with two Bluetooth devices at the same time. DSEE™ restores high-frequency sound and fine fade-out sound lost in compression. Noise Cancelling with Dual Noise Sensor technology and the Integrated Processor V1. Up to 50-hour battery life with quick charging. 3 min charge for up to 1 hour of playback. Crystal clear hands-free calling and voice assistant with Precise Voice Pickup technology. Adjustable Ambient Sound mode and Adaptive Sound control features tailors sound to suit the environment around you. Take noise cancelling to the next level with Sony’s Integrated Processor V1,so you can fully immerse yourself in the music. |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which product is better for overall use?
The JBL Live 770NC is the better overall option because it combines 40 mm drivers, Adaptive Noise Cancelling, extensive customization and significantly longer battery life.
Which headphone has better battery life?
The JBL Live 770NC has the advantage, with up to 70 hours of battery life according to the supplied specifications. The Sony WH-CH720N provides up to 50 hours with noise cancelling off.
Which is lighter, Sony WH-CH720N or JBL Live 770NC?
The Sony WH-CH720N is considerably lighter at 192 g, compared with 256 g for the JBL Live 770NC, making Sony a better choice for users who prioritize lightweight comfort.
Which has larger drivers?
The JBL Live 770NC uses 40 mm dynamic drivers, while the Sony WH-CH720N uses 30 mm dynamic drivers.
Which headphone has better Bluetooth connectivity?
The JBL Live 770NC has the newer Bluetooth 5.3 standard, while the Sony WH-CH720N uses Bluetooth 5.2. Both support a 10-meter Bluetooth range.
Which is better for sound customization?
The JBL Live 770NC offers more extensive sound customization through Personi-Fi 2.0 and the JBL Headphones app, including EQ and listening controls.
Top Differences
- Battery Life: 35 Hours NC ON, 50 Hours NC OFF. vs 70 Hours
- Noise Cancelling: Ambient NC vs Adaptive Noise Cancelling
- Driver Size: 30 mm vs 40 mm
- Bluetooth: 5.2 vs 5.3
- Weight: 192 Gm vs 256 GM