Weight
- Soundcore Life Q30
- 260 g
- JBL Tune 780NC
- 225.2 g
Headphones comparison
Soundcore Life Q30 vs JBL Tune 780NC
Compare sound, battery life, fit, controls and connections.
01Selected  Soundcore Life Q30
KSh 10,500In Stock | 02  JBL Tune 780NC
KSh 11,500In Stock |
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Our quick verdict
Choose the Soundcore Life Q30 if you want a lower price (KSh 1,000 less). Choose the JBL Tune 780NC if you want longer battery life (up to 76 hours), Bluetooth 6.0 and a lighter build (225.2 g).
Connections
- Soundcore Life Q30
- Bluetooth connection
- JBL Tune 780NC
- Bluetooth and wired connection
Fit
- Soundcore Life Q30
- Protein-leather memory-foam earcups
- JBL Tune 780NC
- Cushioned ear cups
Battery life
- Soundcore Life Q30
- Up to 60 hours (ANC off)
- JBL Tune 780NC
- Up to 76 hours
Controls
- Soundcore Life Q30
- Physical controls
- JBL Tune 780NC
- On-device playback, volume and call controls
Key differences
The main differences to help you choose.
Soundcore Life Q30
- Lower price: KSh 10,500 (vs KSh 11,500).
- Connection: Bluetooth and 3.5mm AUX.
- Hi-Res Audio certified.
JBL Tune 780NC
- Longer rated battery life: up to 76 hours (vs 60 hours).
- Newer Bluetooth 6.0 (vs 5.0).
- Lighter: 225.2 g (vs 260 g).
- Newer model: released in 2025 (vs 2020).
- Connection: Bluetooth and wired audio.
- Bluetooth and wired connection.
What matters most to you?
6 priorities selected.
| Priority | Soundcore Life Q30 | JBL Tune 780NC |
|---|---|---|
| Fit | Protein-leather memory-foam earcups | Cushioned ear cups |
| Weight | 260 g | 225.2 g |
| Battery life | Up to 60 hours (ANC off) | Up to 76 hours |
| Two devices | Stays connected to two devices | Stays connected to two devices |
| Controls | Physical controls | On-device playback, volume and call controls |
| Noise cancellation | Active noise cancellation | Active noise cancellation |
| Connections | Bluetooth 5.0 | Bluetooth 6.0 |
| Software | Works with the Soundcore app | Works with the JBL Headphones app |
| Charging time | About 2 hours | 2 hours from empty |
| Drivers | 40mm silk-diaphragm drivers | 40 mm dynamic drivers |
| App support | Soundcore app | JBL Headphones app |
| Frequency response | Up to 40kHz | 10Hz - 20kHz (by wireless), 10Hz - 40kHz (by wired) |
| Transparency / ambient mode | Yes | Ambient Aware, TalkThru |
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Detailed comparison
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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
Choose JBL Tune 780NC for longer rated battery life and a lighter build; Soundcore Life Q30 is the cheaper choice if you do not need longer rated battery life.
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