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JBL Live 660NC vs Soundcore Space Q45

Compare sound, battery life, fit, controls and connections.

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JBL Live 660NC

JBL Live 660NC

  • Over-ear design surrounds your ears.
  • 265 g.
  • Uses USB-C for charging.
  • Can stay connected to two devices.
  • Up to 50 hours.
KSh 16,000In Stock
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Soundcore Space Q45

Soundcore Space Q45

  • Over-ear design surrounds your ears.
  • 292 g.
  • Uses USB-C for charging.
  • Can stay connected to two devices.
  • Works with the Soundcore app.
KSh 14,500In Stock

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Our quick verdict

Choose the JBL Live 660NC if you want a lighter build (265 g). Choose the Soundcore Space Q45 if you want longer battery life (up to 65 hours) and Bluetooth 5.3.

Weight

JBL Live 660NC
265 g
Soundcore Space Q45
292 g

Connections

JBL Live 660NC
Bluetooth and wired connection
Soundcore Space Q45
Bluetooth connection

Fit

JBL Live 660NC
Cushioned ear cups
Soundcore Space Q45
Over-Ear Wireless Headphones

Battery life

JBL Live 660NC
Up to 50 hours
Soundcore Space Q45
Up to 65 hours (ANC off)

Controls

JBL Live 660NC
Controls on Ear Cups?
Soundcore Space Q45
Physical controls

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

JBL Live 660NC

  • Lighter: 265 g (vs 292 g).
  • Connection: Bluetooth and wired AUX audio.
  • Bluetooth and wired connection.

Soundcore Space Q45

  • Longer rated battery life: up to 65 hours (vs 50 hours), ANC off.
  • Newer Bluetooth 5.3 (vs 5.0).
  • Connection: Bluetooth and 3.5mm AUX.
  • Hi-Res Audio certified.
  • LDAC hi-res Bluetooth codec support.

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PriorityJBL Live 660NCSoundcore Space Q45
FitCushioned ear cupsOver-Ear Wireless Headphones
Weight265 g292 g
Battery lifeUp to 50 hoursUp to 65 hours (ANC off)
ControlsControls on Ear Cups?Physical controls
ConnectionsBluetooth 5.0Bluetooth 5.3
SoftwareWorks with the JBL Headphones appWorks with the Soundcore app

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Live 660NCSoundcore Space Q45
BrandJBLSoundcore
ModelLive 660NCSpace Q45
Announced20212022
TypeOver-Ear Wireless HeadphonesOver-Ear Wireless Headphones
ColorBlack White BlueBlack, Blue

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Live 660NCSoundcore Space Q45
Weight265g292g
Dimensions—161 mm length × 190 mm height × 88 mm width

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Live 660NCSoundcore Space Q45
Battery LifeUp to 50 hours; up to 40 hours with ANC on; up to 50 hours with ANC offUp to 65 hours (ANC off); up to 50 hours (ANC on)
Charging Time2 hours from emptyAbout 2 hours
Fast ChargingYes5 minutes provides up to 4 hours
Charging PortUSB-CUSB-C
Wireless ChargingNo—

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Live 660NCSoundcore Space Q45
ConnectionBluetooth and wired AUX audioBluetooth and 3.5mm AUX
BluetoothBluetooth 5.0Bluetooth 5.3
Multipoint ConnectionYesYes
ConnectorDetachable AUX audio cable3.5 mm AUX input; USB-C charging
App SupportJBL Headphones appSoundcore app

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Live 660NCSoundcore Space Q45
Voice AssistantYesConnected-device assistant, including Siri, via double press of play/pause
Special FeaturesPersoni-Fi; Ambient Aware; TalkThruProtective case; AUX listening

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Live 660NCSoundcore Space Q45
Drivers40 mm dynamic drivers40mm double-layer diaphragm drivers
Frequency Response16 Hz – 20 kHz—
Impedance32Ω—
Active Noise CancellationAdaptive Noise CancellingAdaptive ANC, up to 98% reduction
Transparency / Ambient ModeAmbient Aware, TalkThruFive adjustable transparency levels
Spatial AudioNo—
Microphones2 microphones2 microphones with AI for calls
Audio FeaturesJBL Signature SoundHi-Res Wireless; HearID
Audio Codecs—LDAC

Charging Case

Charging Case specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Live 660NCSoundcore Space Q45
Case TypeNo charging caseNo charging case
Case Battery Life——
Case Charging——
Case Charging Port——
Case Wireless Charging——
Case Dimensions——
Case Weight——
Case Water & Dust Resistance——
Case Features——

Design & Controls

Design & Controls specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Live 660NCSoundcore Space Q45
ControlsControls on Ear Cups?Physical controls
Ear Tips / Ear CushionsCushioned ear cups—

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Live 660NCSoundcore Space Q45
Headphones / EarbudsLive 660NCSpace Q45 headphones
Charging CaseNo charging caseNo charging case
Charging CableType-C Charging Cable—
Audio CableDetachable audio cableAUX audio cable
Ear Tips / AccessoriesCarrying PouchOver/on-ear design
DocumentationQuick Start Guide/Safety Sheet; Warranty/WarningDocumentation

Similarities

  • Both have active noise cancellation.
  • Both work with a companion app.
  • Both charge over USB-C.
  • Both have built-in microphones for calls.
  • Both connect over Bluetooth.
  • Both recharge in about 2 hours.

In summary

JBL Live 660NC is the lighter option to carry; Soundcore Space Q45 trades extra weight for longer rated battery life.

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