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Soundcore Life Q30 vs JBL Tune 670NC

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Soundcore Life Q30

Soundcore Life Q30

  • Over-ear design surrounds your ears.
  • 260 g.
  • Uses USB-C for charging.
  • Can stay connected to two devices.
  • Works with the Soundcore app.
KSh 10,500In Stock
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JBL Tune 670NC

JBL Tune 670NC

  • On-ear design rests on your ears.
  • 174 g.
  • Uses USB-C for charging.
  • Can stay connected to two devices.
  • Up to 70 hours.
KSh 10,300Out of Stock

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Our quick verdict

Choose the Soundcore Life Q30 if you want larger 40 mm drivers. Choose the JBL Tune 670NC if you want Bluetooth 5.3, a lighter build (174 g) and a newer model (2023).

Fit

Soundcore Life Q30
Over-ear design surrounds your ears
JBL Tune 670NC
On-ear design rests on your ears

Weight

Soundcore Life Q30
260 g
JBL Tune 670NC
174 g

Connections

Soundcore Life Q30
Bluetooth connection
JBL Tune 670NC
Bluetooth and wired connection

Battery life

Soundcore Life Q30
Up to 60 hours (ANC off)
JBL Tune 670NC
Up to 70 hours

Controls

Soundcore Life Q30
Physical controls
JBL Tune 670NC
On-device playback, volume and call controls

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Soundcore Life Q30

  • Larger drivers: 40 mm (vs 32 mm).
  • Connection: Bluetooth and 3.5mm AUX.
  • Hi-Res Audio certified.

JBL Tune 670NC

  • Newer Bluetooth 5.3 (vs 5.0).
  • Lighter: 174 g (vs 260 g).
  • Newer model: released in 2023 (vs 2020).
  • Connection: Bluetooth and wired AUX audio.
  • Bluetooth and wired connection.

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How each product answers the selected priorities
PrioritySoundcore Life Q30JBL Tune 670NC
FitProtein-leather memory-foam earcupsCushioned ear cups
Weight260 g174 g
Battery lifeUp to 60 hours (ANC off)Up to 70 hours
ControlsPhysical controlsOn-device playback, volume and call controls
ConnectionsBluetooth 5.0Bluetooth 5.3
SoftwareWorks with the Soundcore appWorks with the JBL Headphones app

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationSoundcore Life Q30JBL Tune 670NC
BrandSoundcoreJBL
ModelLife Q30Tune 670NC
Announced20202023
TypeOver-Ear Wireless HeadphonesOn-Ear Wireless Headphones
Color—Black Blue White

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationSoundcore Life Q30JBL Tune 670NC
Weight260g174g

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationSoundcore Life Q30JBL Tune 670NC
Battery LifeUp to 60 hours (ANC off); up to 40 hours (ANC on)Up to 70 hours; up to 44 hours with ANC on; up to 70 hours with ANC off
Charging TimeAbout 2 hours2 hours from empty
Fast Charging5 minutes provides up to 4 hours5 minutes provides up to 3 hours of playback
Charging PortUSB-CUSB-C
Wireless Charging—No

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationSoundcore Life Q30JBL Tune 670NC
ConnectionBluetooth and 3.5mm AUXBluetooth and wired AUX audio
BluetoothBluetooth 5.0Bluetooth 5.3
Multipoint ConnectionYesYes
Connector3.5 mm AUX input; USB-C chargingDetachable AUX audio cable
App SupportSoundcore appJBL Headphones app

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationSoundcore Life Q30JBL Tune 670NC
Special FeaturesTransport, Outdoor and Indoor ANC modesFoldable, Flat-fold design, Detachable Cable
Voice Assistant—Yes

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationSoundcore Life Q30JBL Tune 670NC
Drivers40mm silk-diaphragm drivers32 mm dynamic drivers
Frequency ResponseUp to 40kHz20 Hz – 20 kHz
Audio CodecsSBC, AAC—
Active Noise CancellationHybrid multi-mode ANC, up to 95% low-frequency noise reductionAdaptive Noise Canceling
Transparency / Ambient ModeYesAmbient Aware, TalkThru
Microphones2 microphones2 microphones
Audio FeaturesHi-Res Audio; BassUp; customizable EQJBL Pure Bass Sound, Voice Aware
Impedance—32Ω
Spatial Audio—No

Charging Case

Charging Case specifications comparison
SpecificationSoundcore Life Q30JBL Tune 670NC
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
SpecificationSoundcore Life Q30JBL Tune 670NC
ControlsPhysical controlsOn-device playback, volume and call controls
Ear Tips / Ear CushionsProtein-leather memory-foam earcupsCushioned ear cups

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationSoundcore Life Q30JBL Tune 670NC
Headphones / EarbudsLife Q30 headphonesJBL Tune 670NC headphones
Charging CaseNo charging caseNo charging case
Charging CableUSB-C charging cableUSB-C Charging Cable
Audio CableAUX audio cableDetachable audio cable
Ear Tips / AccessoriesOver/on-ear designOn/over-ear design
DocumentationDocumentationWarranty/Warning

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 Tune 670NC is the lighter option to carry; Soundcore Life Q30 trades extra weight for drivers.

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