Headphones comparison

Skullcandy SLYR Pro Gaming Headset vs JBL Tune 720BT

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

Compared products
01Selected Skullcandy SLYR Pro Gaming Headset Over-ear design surrounds your ears. 276 g. Up to 20 hours per charge. Uses USB-C for charging. Skull-HQ software on Windows 10 or later. KSh 9,500In Stock Add to cart	02 JBL Tune 720BT Over-ear design surrounds your ears. 220 g. Up to 76 hours per charge. Uses USB-C for charging. Can stay connected to two devices. KSh 8,500In Stock Add to cart

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Soundcore Life Q20+KSh 8,970

JBL Quantum 300KSh 10,500

JBL Tune 710BTKSh 10,000

JBL Tune 730BTKSh 9,500

JBL Quantum 100KSh 8,000

Soundcore Life Q30KSh 10,500

Skullcandy SLYR Gaming HeadsetKSh 7,500

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Our quick verdict

Choose the Skullcandy SLYR Pro Gaming Headset if you want a compatible with Windows Sonic on PC/Xbox and Sony 3D Audio on PS5 and larger 50 mm drivers. Choose the JBL Tune 720BT if you want longer rated battery life (76 hours per charge), a lighter build (220 g) and a lower price (KSh 1,000 less).

Weight

Skullcandy SLYR Pro Gaming Headset: 276 g
JBL Tune 720BT: 220 g

Battery life

Skullcandy SLYR Pro Gaming Headset: Up to 20 hours per charge
JBL Tune 720BT: Up to 76 hours per charge

Connections

Skullcandy SLYR Pro Gaming Headset: Wired connection
JBL Tune 720BT: Bluetooth and wired connection

Fit

Skullcandy SLYR Pro Gaming Headset: Over-Ear Wired Gaming Headset
JBL Tune 720BT: Cushioned ear cups

Controls

Skullcandy SLYR Pro Gaming Headset: Volume wheel
JBL Tune 720BT: Earcup Button Controls / Music, Calls & Volume

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Skullcandy SLYR Pro Gaming Headset

Compatible with Windows Sonic on PC/Xbox and Sony 3D Audio on PS5.
Larger drivers: 50 mm (vs 40 mm).
wired connection.

JBL Tune 720BT

Rated for up to 76 hours per charge (vs 20).
Lighter: 220 g (vs 276 g).
Lower price: KSh 8,500 (vs KSh 9,500).
Bluetooth and wired connection.

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How each product answers the selected priorities
Priority	Skullcandy SLYR Pro Gaming Headset	JBL Tune 720BT
Fit	Over-Ear Wired Gaming Headset	Cushioned ear cups
Weight	276 g	220 g
Battery life	Up to 20 hours per charge	Up to 76 hours per charge
Controls	Volume wheel	Earcup Button Controls / Music, Calls & Volume
Connections	Wired	Bluetooth 5.3
Audio	Enhanced Sound Perception	JBL Pure Bass Sound
Charging	Ten-minute charge provides over four hours playtime	Yes
Software	Skull-HQ software on Windows 10 or later	Works with the JBL Headphones app

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

Differences only

General

General specifications comparison
Specification	Skullcandy SLYR Pro Gaming Headset	JBL Tune 720BT
Brand	Skullcandy	JBL
Model	SLYR Pro	Tune 720BT
Announced	September 27, 2022	2023
Type	Over-Ear Wired Gaming Headset	Over-Ear Wireless Headphones
Color	—	Blue, Black, White, Purple

Design

Design specifications comparison
Specification	Skullcandy SLYR Pro Gaming Headset	JBL Tune 720BT
Weight	276g	220g

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
Specification	Skullcandy SLYR Pro Gaming Headset	JBL Tune 720BT
Battery Life	Up to 20 hours playtime	Up to 76 hours
Charging Time	Approximately two hours to full charge	2 hours from empty
Fast Charging	Ten-minute charge provides over four hours playtime	Yes
Charging Port	USB-C	USB-C
Wireless Charging	—	No

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
Specification	Skullcandy SLYR Pro Gaming Headset	JBL Tune 720BT
Connection	Wired	Bluetooth and wired AUX audio
Connector	USB-C to USB-A; 3.5mm auxiliary connection	Detachable AUX audio cable
App Support	Skull-HQ software on Windows 10 or later	JBL Headphones app
Bluetooth	—	Bluetooth 5.3
Multipoint Connection	—	Yes

Features

Features specifications comparison
Specification	Skullcandy SLYR Pro Gaming Headset	JBL Tune 720BT
Special Features	—	Foldable, Detachable Cable

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
Specification	Skullcandy SLYR Pro Gaming Headset	JBL Tune 720BT
Drivers	50mm	40 mm dynamic drivers
Frequency Response	20Hz–20kHz	20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance	32Ω	32Ω
Spatial Audio	Compatible with Windows Sonic on PC/Xbox and Sony 3D Audio on PS5	No
Microphones	Removable bi-directional boom microphone and onboard secondary microphone; Clear Voice Smart Mic processing	1 microphones
Audio Features	Enhanced Sound Perception; sidetone and EQ settings through Skull-HQ software	JBL Pure Bass Sound, Voice Aware
Active Noise Cancellation	—	No
Transparency / Ambient Mode	—	No

Design & Controls

Design & Controls specifications comparison
Specification	Skullcandy SLYR Pro Gaming Headset	JBL Tune 720BT
Controls	Volume wheel; tap microphone mute; sidetone on/off and volume controls	Earcup Button Controls \| Music, Calls & Volume
Water & Dust Resistance	—	Water resistant
Ear Tips / Ear Cushions	—	Cushioned ear cups

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
Specification	Skullcandy SLYR Pro Gaming Headset	JBL Tune 720BT
Headphones / Earbuds	SLYR Pro headset	JBL Tune 720BT headphones
Charging Cable	6ft USB-C to USB-A cable	USB-C Charging Cable
Audio Cable	5ft 3.5mm auxiliary cable (5-pole to 4-pole)	Detachable audio cable
Ear Tips / Accessories	Removable boom microphone	On/over-ear design
Documentation	Quick-start and warranty guide	Warranty/Warning; Quick Start Guide
Charging Case	—	No charging case

Charging Case

Charging Case specifications comparison
Specification	Skullcandy SLYR Pro Gaming Headset	JBL Tune 720BT
Case Type	—	No charging case
Case Battery Life	—	—
Case Charging	—	—
Case Charging Port	—	—
Case Wireless Charging	—	—
Case Dimensions	—	—
Case Weight	—	—
Case Water & Dust Resistance	—	—
Case Features	—	—

Similarities

Both charge over USB-C.
Both have built-in microphones for calls.
Same impedance: 32Ω.

In summary

Choose JBL Tune 720BT for longer rated battery life and a lighter build; Skullcandy SLYR Pro Headset offers drivers.

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