Apple AirPods Max
Apple
78 Overall Score
vs
JBL Tune 670NC
JBL
92 Overall Score
Scores
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Specifications
| Apple AirPods Max | JBL Tune 670NC | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | on-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.39 kg | 0.17 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | memory foam | soft ear cushions |
| Headband | breathable mesh canopy | padded headband |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm★ | 32 mm |
| Drivers | — | 1★ |
| Freq Min | — | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 20 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 98 dB★ |
| Max SPL | — | 95 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✗ | ✗ |
| Codecs | Active Noise Cancellation , Adjustable Headband , Ambient Sound Mode , Built-in Microphone , Noise Cancellation , Rechargeable Battery , Stereo , Wireless | SBC, AAC, LC3 |
| Surround | Spatial Audio | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | industry-leading | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.3★ |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP | A2DP 1.4, AVRCP, HFP 1.8 |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | USB-C | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Cable Length | — | 1.2192000150680542 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 20 hrs | 70 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 2 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 5 Minutes for 1.5 Hours | 5min=3hrs |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Capacity | — | 690 mAh★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 3★ | 1 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri | voice assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | ✗ |
| App | iOS Only | JBL Headphones |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✓★ |
Pros & Cons
Apple AirPods Max
- Strong connectivity (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong anc (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong social proof (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Below average comfort (35th percentile)
JBL Tune 670NC
- Strong connectivity (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong battery (95th percentile)95th %ile
Pricing
Apple AirPods Max0.142score per dollar
vs
JBL Tune 670NC1.535score per dollar
JBL Tune 670NC offers 10.8x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: JBL Tune 670NC
Scores 92 overall, wins 6 of 7 usage categories and 13 of 41 specs.
