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Skullcandy SLYR Gaming Headset vs JBL Tune 720BT

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

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Skullcandy SLYR Gaming Headset

Skullcandy SLYR Gaming Headset

  • Over-ear design surrounds your ears.
  • 265 g.
  • wired connection.
  • Drivers: 50mm.
  • Impedance: 32Ω.
KSh 7,500In Stock
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JBL Tune 720BT

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
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Soundcore Life Q20+KSh 8,970
JBL Tune 530 WiredKSh 8,300
JBL Quantum 100KSh 8,000
Soundcore Q20i Hybrid ANC HeadphonesKSh 6,150
Skullcandy SLYR Pro Gaming HeadsetKSh 9,500
Sony WH-CH520KSh 7,300
UGREEN Studio Pro ANC HeadphonesKSh 7,500
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Our quick verdict

Choose the Skullcandy SLYR Gaming Headset if you want larger 50 mm drivers and a lower price (KSh 1,000 less). Choose the JBL Tune 720BT if you want a lighter build (220 g).

Weight

Skullcandy SLYR Gaming Headset
265 g
JBL Tune 720BT
220 g

Connections

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

Fit

Skullcandy SLYR Gaming Headset
Memory foam ear cushions
JBL Tune 720BT
Cushioned ear cups

Controls

Skullcandy SLYR Gaming Headset
Mute and volume controls
JBL Tune 720BT
Earcup Button Controls / Music, Calls & Volume

Drivers

Skullcandy SLYR Gaming Headset
50mm
JBL Tune 720BT
40 mm dynamic drivers

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Skullcandy SLYR Gaming Headset

  • Larger drivers: 50 mm (vs 40 mm).
  • Lower price: KSh 7,500 (vs KSh 8,500).
  • wired connection.

JBL Tune 720BT

  • Lighter: 220 g (vs 265 g).
  • Bluetooth and wired connection.

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PrioritySkullcandy SLYR Gaming HeadsetJBL Tune 720BT
FitMemory foam ear cushionsCushioned ear cups
Weight265 g220 g
ControlsMute and volume controlsEarcup Button Controls / Music, Calls & Volume
ConnectionsWiredBluetooth 5.3
Drivers50mm40 mm dynamic drivers
TypeOver-Ear Wired Gaming HeadsetOver-Ear Wireless Headphones

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationSkullcandy SLYR Gaming HeadsetJBL Tune 720BT
BrandSkullcandyJBL
ModelSLYRTune 720BT
AnnouncedSeptember 27, 20222023
TypeOver-Ear Wired Gaming HeadsetOver-Ear Wireless Headphones
Color—Blue, Black, White, Purple

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationSkullcandy SLYR Gaming HeadsetJBL Tune 720BT
Weight265g220g

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationSkullcandy SLYR Gaming HeadsetJBL Tune 720BT
Battery Life—Up to 76 hours
Charging Time—2 hours from empty
Fast Charging—Yes
Charging Port—USB-C
Wireless Charging—No

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationSkullcandy SLYR Gaming HeadsetJBL Tune 720BT
ConnectionWiredBluetooth and wired AUX audio
Connector3.5mm auxiliary connection; supplied PC splitterDetachable AUX audio cable
Bluetooth—Bluetooth 5.3
Multipoint Connection—Yes
App Support—JBL Headphones app

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationSkullcandy SLYR Gaming HeadsetJBL Tune 720BT
Special Features—Foldable, Detachable Cable

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationSkullcandy SLYR Gaming HeadsetJBL Tune 720BT
Drivers50mm40 mm dynamic drivers
Frequency Response20Hz–20kHz20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance32Ω32Ω
MicrophonesRemovable bi-directional boom microphone1 microphones
Active Noise Cancellation—No
Transparency / Ambient Mode—No
Spatial Audio—No
Audio Features—JBL Pure Bass Sound, Voice Aware

Design & Controls

Design & Controls specifications comparison
SpecificationSkullcandy SLYR Gaming HeadsetJBL Tune 720BT
ControlsMute and volume controlsEarcup Button Controls | Music, Calls & Volume
Ear Tips / Ear CushionsMemory foam ear cushionsCushioned ear cups
Water & Dust Resistance—Water resistant

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationSkullcandy SLYR Gaming HeadsetJBL Tune 720BT
Headphones / EarbudsSLYR headsetJBL Tune 720BT headphones
Audio Cable5ft 3.5mm auxiliary cable (5-pole to 4-pole)Detachable audio cable
Ear Tips / AccessoriesRemovable boom microphone; 3.5mm PC splitter cableOn/over-ear design
DocumentationQuick-start and warranty guideWarranty/Warning; Quick Start Guide
Charging Case—No charging case
Charging Cable—USB-C Charging Cable

Charging Case

Charging Case specifications comparison
SpecificationSkullcandy SLYR Gaming HeadsetJBL 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 have built-in microphones for calls.
  • Same impedance: 32Ω.

In summary

JBL Tune 720BT is the lighter option to carry; Skullcandy SLYR Headset trades extra weight for drivers.

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In-stock alternatives

Skullcandy SLYR Pro Gaming HeadsetFor Skullcandy SLYR Gaming HeadsetSkullcandy SLYR Pro Gaming HeadsetView product ↗JBL Quantum 100For Skullcandy SLYR Gaming HeadsetJBL Quantum 100View product ↗Soundcore Life Q20+For JBL Tune 720BTSoundcore Life Q20+View product ↗JBL Tune 730BTFor JBL Tune 720BTJBL Tune 730BTView product ↗

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