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SkullCandy Crusher ANC 2 vs JBL Quantum 650

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

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SkullCandy Crusher ANC 2

SkullCandy Crusher ANC 2

  • Over-ear design surrounds your ears.
  • 332 g.
  • Uses USB-C for charging.
  • Can stay connected to two devices.
  • Noise cancellation for listening.
KSh 25,500Out of Stock
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JBL Quantum 650

JBL Quantum 650

  • Over-ear design surrounds your ears.
  • 331.5 g.
  • Uses USB-C for charging.
  • No noise cancellation for listening.
  • Up to 45 hours per charge.
KSh 28,000In Stock
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Our quick verdict

The SkullCandy Crusher ANC 2 has active noise cancellation, lasts longer between charges (up to 60 hours) and has an ambient mode to hear your surroundings, while the JBL Quantum 650, a gaming headset, has a flip-to-mute boom mic, larger 50 mm drivers and virtual surround sound.

Weight

SkullCandy Crusher ANC 2
332 g
JBL Quantum 650
331.5 g

Connections

SkullCandy Crusher ANC 2
Bluetooth connection
JBL Quantum 650
2.4 GHz wireless and Bluetooth and wired connection

Noise cancellation

SkullCandy Crusher ANC 2
Noise cancellation
JBL Quantum 650
No noise cancellation

Fit

SkullCandy Crusher ANC 2
Over-Ear Wireless Headphones
JBL Quantum 650
Cushioned ear cups

Battery life

SkullCandy Crusher ANC 2
60 Hours (ANC Off) / 50 Hours (ANC On)
JBL Quantum 650
Up to 45 hours per charge

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

SkullCandy Crusher ANC 2

  • Longer rated battery life: up to 60 hours (vs 45 hours).
  • Adjustable Stay-Aware mode.
  • Ambient mode to hear your surroundings.

JBL Quantum 650

  • Boom microphone with flip-to-mute.
  • Virtual surround sound.
  • Larger drivers: 50 mm (vs 40 mm).
  • Newer model: released in 2025 (vs 2023).
  • User-replaceable battery.

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PrioritySkullCandy Crusher ANC 2JBL Quantum 650
FitOver-Ear Wireless HeadphonesCushioned ear cups
Weight332 g331.5 g
Battery life60 Hours (ANC Off) / 50 Hours (ANC On)Up to 45 hours per charge
Two devicesStays connected to two devicesConnects to two devices at once
ConnectionsBluetooth 5.2Bluetooth 5.3
Charging10 minutes yields 4 hours of playbackNo

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationSkullCandy Crusher ANC 2JBL Quantum 650
BrandSkullcandyJBL
ModelCrusher ANC 2Quantum 650
Announced20232025
TypeOver-Ear Wireless HeadphonesOver-Ear Wireless Gaming Headset
Color—Teal, Black, White, Purple

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationSkullCandy Crusher ANC 2JBL Quantum 650
Weight332g331.5g

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationSkullCandy Crusher ANC 2JBL Quantum 650
Battery Life60 Hours (ANC Off) / 50 Hours (ANC On)Up to 45 hours via 2.4 GHz; up to 60 hours via Bluetooth
Fast Charging10 minutes yields 4 hours of playbackNo
Charging PortUSB-CUSB-C
Charging Time—Less than 3 hours
Wireless Charging—No

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationSkullCandy Crusher ANC 2JBL Quantum 650
ConnectionBluetooth 5.2 & Auxiliary Input2.4 GHz USB dongle; Bluetooth 5.3; wired USB audio
BluetoothBluetooth 5.2Bluetooth 5.3
Multipoint ConnectionYesSimultaneous 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth connection
Connector3.5 mm AUX input; USB-C chargingUSB wireless dongle and wired USB audio
Cable Length—No audio cable
App Support—JBL QuantumENGINE

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationSkullCandy Crusher ANC 2JBL Quantum 650
Special FeaturesAdjustable Crusher Bass; Personal Sound; multipointMulti-Platform Gaming | PC & Consoles

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationSkullCandy Crusher ANC 2JBL Quantum 650
Drivers40mm Main Drivers50 mm dynamic drivers
Frequency Response20 Hz–20 kHz20 Hz - 40 kHz
ImpedanceAudio driver 32 ohms; Crusher driver 8 ohms32 ohM
Active Noise CancellationYesNo
Transparency / Ambient ModeAdjustable Stay-Aware modeNo
MicrophonesClear Voice Smart Mic for calls6mm Cardioid Boom Mic | Noise Cancelling
Audio FeaturesMulti-Sensory Crusher Bass (Adjustable)JBL Quantum Spatial Sound | Powerful, Immersive Audio
Spatial Audio—Spatial Sound

Charging Case

Charging Case specifications comparison
SpecificationSkullCandy Crusher ANC 2JBL Quantum 650
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
SpecificationSkullCandy Crusher ANC 2JBL Quantum 650
ControlsOn-device playback, volume and call controlsOn-device playback, volume and call controls
Ear Tips / Ear Cushions—Cushioned ear cups

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationSkullCandy Crusher ANC 2JBL Quantum 650
Headphones / EarbudsCrusher ANC 2 headphones/headsetQuantum 650
Charging CaseNo charging caseNo charging case
Charging CableUSB-C charging cableUSB-C cable
Audio CableWireless-only audio designNot included
Ear Tips / AccessoriesOn/over-ear or neckband designUSB wireless dongle; detachable microphone; microphone windshield foam; replaceable battery
DocumentationUser documentationQSG | Warranty card | Warning card

Similarities

  • Both connect to two devices at once.
  • Both have active noise cancellation.
  • Both charge over USB-C.
  • Both have built-in microphones for calls.
  • Both connect over Bluetooth.
  • Same controls: on-device playback, volume and call controls.

In summary

Get the SkullCandy Crusher ANC 2 if you want active noise cancellation and longer battery life, or the JBL Quantum 650 if you would rather have a gaming headset with a flip-to-mute boom mic and larger 50 mm drivers.

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