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JBL Quantum 100 vs Soundcore Life Q20+

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

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JBL Quantum 100

JBL Quantum 100

  • Over-ear design surrounds your ears.
  • 220 g.
  • Connects to one device at a time.
  • 1.2 m cable for extra reach.
  • No noise cancellation for listening.
KSh 8,000In Stock
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Soundcore Life Q20+

Soundcore Life Q20+

  • Over-ear design surrounds your ears.
  • Bluetooth 5.0 connection.
  • Works with the Soundcore app.
  • Up to 40h ANC /60h ANC off.
  • Charging time: approximately 3h, per exact-model manual.
KSh 8,970In Stock

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Our quick verdict

Choose the JBL Quantum 100 if you want a lower price (KSh 970 less). Choose the Soundcore Life Q20+ if you want two-device connection, a transparency / ambient mode and the Soundcore app.

Fit

JBL Quantum 100
Memory-foam ear cushions
Soundcore Life Q20+
Memory-foam ear cushions and padded adjustable headband

Battery life

JBL Quantum 100
Wired headphones
Soundcore Life Q20+
Up to 40h ANC /60h ANC off

Two devices

JBL Quantum 100
Connects to one device at a time
Soundcore Life Q20+
Connects to two devices at once

Controls

JBL Quantum 100
On-Headset Volume Control
Soundcore Life Q20+
Physical playback, track, volume, call, NC and power buttons

Connections

JBL Quantum 100
3.5mm Audio Jack
Soundcore Life Q20+
Bluetooth 5.0

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

JBL Quantum 100

  • Lower price: KSh 8,000 (vs KSh 8,970).
  • Connection: 3.5mm Audio Jack.

Soundcore Life Q20+

  • Connects to two devices at once.
  • Transparency / ambient mode: in Bluetooth mode.
  • Works with the Soundcore app for settings and updates.
  • Connection: Bluetooth wireless or3.5mm AUX.
  • Hi-Res Audio certified.

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PriorityJBL Quantum 100Soundcore Life Q20+
FitMemory-foam ear cushionsMemory-foam ear cushions and padded adjustable headband
Battery lifeWired headphonesUp to 40h ANC /60h ANC off
Two devicesConnects to one device at a timeConnects to two devices at once
ControlsOn-Headset Volume ControlPhysical playback, track, volume, call, NC and power buttons
Connections3.5mm Audio JackBluetooth 5.0
SoftwareNo companion appWorks with the Soundcore app

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Quantum 100Soundcore Life Q20+
BrandJBLSoundcore
ModelQuantum 100A3045H11
Announced2020September 2021 (Japan)
TypeOver-Ear Wired Gaming HeadsetOver-Ear Wireless Headphones
ColorBlue, White, BlackBlack

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Quantum 100Soundcore Life Q20+
Weight220g—

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Quantum 100Soundcore Life Q20+
Battery LifeWired headphonesUp to 40h ANC /60h ANC off
Charging TimeWired designApproximately 3h, per exact-model manual
Fast ChargingNo—
Charging PortWired designUSB-C; input 5V0.65A
Wireless ChargingNoNot supported; USB-C charging

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Quantum 100Soundcore Life Q20+
Connection3.5mm Audio JackBluetooth wireless or3.5mm AUX; AUX disables Bluetooth and ANC
BluetoothWired designBluetooth 5.0
Multipoint ConnectionNoTwo devices; one active audio source at a time
Connector3.5 mm audio jack3.5mm AUX audio; USB-C charging
Cable Length1.2m—
App SupportNosoundcore app:22preset EQs, custom EQ, modes and firmware updates
Bluetooth Range—Up to 15m under suitable conditions

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Quantum 100Soundcore Life Q20+
Special FeaturesPC | PlayStation | Xbox | Nintendo Switch | Mobile | Mac | VRHybrid ANC; transparency; two-device multipoint; app EQ; 3.5mm AUX
Voice Assistant—Siri or other supported device assistant via button control

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Quantum 100Soundcore Life Q20+
Drivers40 mm dynamic driversTwo40mm dynamic drivers
Frequency Response20 Hz - 20 kHz20Hz–20kHz Bluetooth /16Hz–40kHz AUX
Impedance32Ω16Ω
Active Noise CancellationNo—
Transparency / Ambient ModeNoSupported in Bluetooth mode
Spatial AudioCompatible with Windows Sonic Spatial Sound on supported PCs and Xbox One—
MicrophonesDetachable directional boom microphoneFour ANC microphones; built-in microphone for Bluetooth calls
Audio FeaturesJBL QuantumSOUND Signature | Accurate, Immersive SoundHi-Res Audio through AUX; app EQ; ANC/Normal/transparency
Audio Codecs—SBC and AAC

Charging Case

Charging Case specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Quantum 100Soundcore Life Q20+
Case TypeNo charging caseN/A; over-ear headphones without a charging case
Case Battery Life—N/A; over-ear headphones without a charging case
Case Charging—N/A; over-ear headphones without a charging case
Case Charging Port—N/A; over-ear headphones without a charging case
Case Wireless Charging—N/A; over-ear headphones without a charging case
Case Dimensions—N/A; over-ear headphones without a charging case
Case Weight—N/A; over-ear headphones without a charging case
Case Water & Dust Resistance—N/A; over-ear headphones without a charging case
Case Features—N/A; over-ear headphones without a charging case

Design & Controls

Design & Controls specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Quantum 100Soundcore Life Q20+
ControlsOn-Headset Volume ControlPhysical playback, track, volume, call, NC and power buttons
Ear Tips / Ear CushionsMemory-foam ear cushionsMemory-foam ear cushions and padded adjustable headband

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Quantum 100Soundcore Life Q20+
Headphones / EarbudsJBL Quantum 100 headsetLife Q20+ headphones
Charging CaseNo charging caseN/A; over-ear headphones
Charging CableNo charging required—
Audio CableAttached 1.2 m audio cableStandard3.5mm AUX cable; no built-in microphone
Ear Tips / AccessoriesRemovable microphone; microphone windshield foamNot applicable; fitted over-ear cushions
DocumentationQuick Start Guide; Warranty card; Safety SheetUser manual

Similarities

  • Both have built-in microphones for calls.
  • Both connect over Bluetooth.
  • Both use 40 mm drivers.

In summary

Choose Soundcore Life Q20+ for connection to two devices at once and a transparency / ambient mode; JBL Quantum 100 is the cheaper choice when you only use one device.

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