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JBL Quantum 650 vs Marshall Monitor II A.N.C.

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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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Marshall Monitor II A.N.C.

Marshall Monitor II A.N.C.

  • Over-ear design surrounds your ears.
  • 320 g.
  • Uses USB-C for charging.
  • Noise cancellation for listening.
  • Up to 30 hours per charge.
KSh 30,000In Stock
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Our quick verdict

The JBL Quantum 650, a gaming headset, lasts longer per charge (45 hours) and has a flip-to-mute boom mic and larger 50 mm drivers, while the Marshall Monitor II A.N.C. has active noise cancellation, an ambient mode to hear your surroundings and a foldable design for travel.

Weight

JBL Quantum 650
331.5 g
Marshall Monitor II A.N.C.
320 g

Connections

JBL Quantum 650
2.4 GHz wireless and Bluetooth and wired connection
Marshall Monitor II A.N.C.
Bluetooth and wired connection

Noise cancellation

JBL Quantum 650
No noise cancellation
Marshall Monitor II A.N.C.
Noise cancellation

Fit

JBL Quantum 650
Cushioned ear cups
Marshall Monitor II A.N.C.
Over-ear cushions

Battery life

JBL Quantum 650
Up to 45 hours per charge
Marshall Monitor II A.N.C.
Up to 30 hours per charge

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

JBL Quantum 650

  • Rated for up to 45 hours per charge (vs 30).
  • Boom microphone with flip-to-mute.
  • Newer Bluetooth 5.3 (vs 5.0).
  • Virtual surround sound.
  • Larger drivers: 50 mm (vs 40 mm).
  • Lower price: KSh 28,000 (vs KSh 30,000).

Marshall Monitor II A.N.C.

  • Transparency / ambient mode.
  • Ambient mode to hear your surroundings.
  • Folds for travel.

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PriorityJBL Quantum 650Marshall Monitor II A.N.C.
FitCushioned ear cupsOver-ear cushions
Weight331.5 g320 g
Battery lifeUp to 45 hours per chargeUp to 30 hours per charge
ConnectionsBluetooth 5.3Bluetooth 5.0
ChargingNo15 minutes provides 5 hours
SoftwareJBL QuantumENGINEWorks with the Marshall Bluetooth app

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Quantum 650Marshall Monitor II A.N.C.
BrandJBLMarshall
ModelQuantum 650Monitor II A.N.C.
Announced20252020
TypeOver-Ear Wireless Gaming HeadsetOver-Ear Wireless Headphones
ColorTeal, Black, White, PurpleBlack

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Quantum 650Marshall Monitor II A.N.C.
Weight331.5g320g

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Quantum 650Marshall Monitor II A.N.C.
Battery LifeUp to 45 hours via 2.4 GHz; up to 60 hours via Bluetooth30 hours with ANC; 45 hours without ANC
Charging TimeLess than 3 hours2 hours
Fast ChargingNo15 minutes provides 5 hours
Charging PortUSB-CUSB-C
Wireless ChargingNoNo

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Quantum 650Marshall Monitor II A.N.C.
Connection2.4 GHz USB dongle; Bluetooth 5.3; wired USB audioBluetooth or 3.5mm wired
BluetoothBluetooth 5.3Bluetooth 5.0
Multipoint ConnectionSimultaneous 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth connection—
ConnectorUSB wireless dongle and wired USB audio3.5mm input; USB-C charging
Cable LengthNo audio cable—
App SupportJBL QuantumENGINEMarshall Bluetooth app
Bluetooth Range—10m

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Quantum 650Marshall Monitor II A.N.C.
Special FeaturesMulti-Platform Gaming | PC & ConsolesFoldable design; carrying bag
Voice Assistant—Google Assistant or device voice assistant

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Quantum 650Marshall Monitor II A.N.C.
Drivers50 mm dynamic drivers40mm dynamic drivers
Frequency Response20 Hz - 40 kHz20Hz-20kHz
Impedance32 ohM32 ohms
Active Noise CancellationNoYes
Transparency / Ambient ModeNoYes
Spatial AudioSpatial Sound—
Microphones6mm Cardioid Boom Mic | Noise CancellingBuilt-in microphone and remote
Audio FeaturesJBL Quantum Spatial Sound | Powerful, Immersive AudioMarshall signature sound; customizable EQ

Charging Case

Charging Case specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Quantum 650Marshall Monitor II A.N.C.
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
SpecificationJBL Quantum 650Marshall Monitor II A.N.C.
ControlsOn-device playback, volume and call controlsMulti-directional control knob, ANC button and M-button
Ear Tips / Ear CushionsCushioned ear cupsOver-ear cushions
Water & Dust Resistance—No rated protection

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Quantum 650Marshall Monitor II A.N.C.
Headphones / EarbudsQuantum 650Monitor II A.N.C. headphones
Charging CaseNo charging caseNo charging case
Charging CableUSB-C cableUSB-C charging cable
Audio CableNot included3.5mm audio cable
Ear Tips / AccessoriesUSB wireless dongle; detachable microphone; microphone windshield foam; replaceable batteryOn/over-ear design
DocumentationQSG | Warranty card | Warning cardQuick start guide and safety documentation

Similarities

  • Both have active noise cancellation.
  • Both charge over USB-C.
  • Both have built-in microphones for calls.
  • Both connect over Bluetooth.

In summary

Get the JBL Quantum 650 if you want a gaming headset with longer rated battery life and a flip-to-mute boom mic, or the Marshall Monitor II A.N.C. if you would rather have active noise cancellation and an ambient mode to hear your surroundings.

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