Connections
- Bose QuietComfort Headphones
- Bluetooth and wired connection
- JBL Quantum 650
- 2.4 GHz wireless and Bluetooth and wired connection
Headphones comparison
Bose QuietComfort vs JBL Quantum 650
Compare sound, battery life, fit, controls and connections.
01Selected  Bose QuietComfort Headphones
KSh 30,000In Stock | 02  JBL Quantum 650
KSh 28,000In 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 virtual surround sound, while the Bose QuietComfort Headphones has active noise cancellation, is lighter on the head and has an ambient mode to hear your surroundings.
Noise cancellation
- Bose QuietComfort Headphones
- Noise cancellation
- JBL Quantum 650
- No noise cancellation
Fit
- Bose QuietComfort Headphones
- Removable protein-leather cushions
- JBL Quantum 650
- Cushioned ear cups
Weight
- Bose QuietComfort Headphones
- 235.9 g
- JBL Quantum 650
- 331.5 g
Battery life
- Bose QuietComfort Headphones
- Up to 24 hours per charge
- JBL Quantum 650
- Up to 45 hours per charge
Key differences
The main differences to help you choose.
Bose QuietComfort Headphones
- Aware Mode.
- Lighter: 235.9 g (vs 331.5 g).
- Ambient mode to hear your surroundings.
JBL Quantum 650
- Rated for up to 45 hours per charge (vs 24).
- Boom microphone with flip-to-mute.
- Virtual surround sound.
- Newer model: released in 2025 (vs 2023).
- User-replaceable battery.
- Lower price: KSh 28,000 (vs KSh 30,000).
What matters most to you?
6 priorities selected.
| Priority | Bose QuietComfort Headphones | JBL Quantum 650 |
|---|---|---|
| Fit | Removable protein-leather cushions | Cushioned ear cups |
| Weight | 235.9 g | 331.5 g |
| Battery life | Up to 24 hours per charge | Up to 45 hours per charge |
| Two devices | Connects to two devices at once | Connects to two devices at once |
| Noise cancellation | Noise cancellation for listening | No noise cancellation for listening |
| Connections | Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Audio | Adjustable EQ through Bose app | JBL Quantum Spatial Sound / Powerful |
| Charging | 15 minutes provides up to 4 hours | No |
| Software | Works with the Bose app | JBL QuantumENGINE |
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Detailed comparison
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Similarities
- Both connect to two devices at once.
- Both have active noise cancellation.
- 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 Bose QuietComfort Headphones if you would rather have active noise cancellation and a lighter fit.
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