JBL Tune 760NC vs. Anker Soundcore Life Q30 – Are there many differences?

Within the segment of affordable wireless headphones, as with high-end ones, there are important differences to take into account. In fact, in this comparison, we analyze two wireless headphones that, although they are cheap, have nothing to do with each other. We are talking about the JBL Tune 760NC and the Anker Soundcore Life Q30. We have a clear favorite, and below we are going to reveal which one it is and why.

As a summary, Anker headphones have more advanced features than JBL headphones. In fact, these only have active noise cancellation, but they lack the ambient mode and the possibility of adjusting the equalizer. This is because the JBL app may not recognize this model, which makes the customization possibilities much less. On the other hand, it does not include a carrying case, as we see in the Anker Soundcore Life Q30.

Now, it’s not all differences. One of the aspects in which they are most similar is the maximum autonomy, that is, the time the battery lasts on a single charge. In both cases it’s around 35-40 hours with the ANC function activated, so it’s pretty good. However, only Anker headphones have a fast charging option, although, to be honest, none of them take long to recover the full battery, approximately two hours.

If you want to know all the detailed differences between these two wireless headphones, read on!

JBL Tune 760NC vs Anker Soundcore Life Q30 – Comparison table

Are you wondering which wireless headphones to buy? In the following table, you can see all the characteristics of each model, which will help you make a decision. Furthermore, later we will explain them in detail:

Two circumaural designs

Aesthetically, it is logical that they are two models that are quite similar to each other, since both are circumaural. That is, the pad covers the ear completely, although they are not exactly the same. The pads on the JBL are a little thicker, and the depth gap there is greater than on the Anker. Does it have any functional implications? No, it is more of an aesthetic question.

What has surprised us is that only the Anker Soundcore Life Q30 include a carrying case in their standard equipment. On the other hand, both headbands are padded on top, so they are quite comfortable to use. And, as for colors, the two headphones are available in various colors, but the price may not be the same in all, depending on availability.

Sound technology: relevant differences

Now, we stop to analyze the differences between these two wireless headphones related to the main technological features that we usually look for in this type of device. Both have active noise cancellation, allowing you to isolate yourself from outside noise. In the case of the Anker Soundcore Life Q30, you can also choose between 3 individual modes with different volume and isolation settings.

In fact, this level of customization is only possible on these headphones, since the JBL app is not compatible with the JBL Tune 760NC and, therefore, the equalization cannot be adjusted. On the other hand, only the Anker Soundcore Life Q30 have an ambient mode, which allows you to keep background noise at a very low level. In fact, you can switch between this mode and active noise cancellation.

How is the sound quality?

When it comes to sound quality, that is, the clarity with which you hear music or conversations when you talk on the phone, we have to say that they are much more equal. Although noise cancellation is better in the Anker, the JBL Tune 760NC has JBL Pure Bass sound technology, specifically designed to improve the clarity of bass sounds. Likewise, both models have 2 microphones in each earpiece, and have a 40 mm dynamic driver. As you can see, they are practically tied in this regard.

Battery: same autonomy and fast charging

Another important aspect when deciding which wireless headphones to buy is how long they last on a single charge. The JBL ones have an autonomy of about 35 hours with ANC, which amounts to 50 hours without this functionality. For its part, the Anker Soundcore Life Q30 last 40 and 60 hours respectively. However, autonomy is not an exact science, and it depends a lot on the use you make of each model. In practice, it is a difference that is little noticeable.

In addition, both Anker and JBL have a fast charging option. In the first case, in 5 minutes you have autonomy for about 4 hours. The JBL ones recover 2 hours of playback with 5 minutes of charging. Of course, it is fair to say that both the JBL and Anker headphones do not take more than 2 hours to fully recharge.

Multipoint connectivity on both models

We now analyze an interesting functionality that the two headphones share, multipoint connectivity. Basically, it allows you to switch the sound source with just one click, as long as the headphones are connected to two compatible Bluetooth devices. That is, imagine that you are listening to music on your computer and, suddenly, your phone rings. If you have it connected, you could listen to the mobile audio to attend to the conversation with just the press of a button, and then recover the computer audio.

In this sense, it is important that you know that both models are compatible with the same version of Bluetooth, although Anker’s have a slightly greater range.

How are the headphones controlled?

If you are wondering how they are operated, the answer is the same for both : using the buttons built into each of the ear cups. They don’t have touch control sensors, but they both have almost the same buttons. In addition, you can activate the voice assistant directly in this way, since both integrate one.

What are the best wireless headphones?

Now that we have analyzed the differences and similarities between the two protagonists of our review, it is time to decide which one we will choose. We, as you can imagine, are quite clear about it: we think that the Anker Soundcore Life Q30 have a better quality-price ratio.

In fact, the price is very similar to that of the JBL, with the difference that they include features such as ambient mode, custom equalization and fast charging. Additionally, the noise cancellation is better, and they are equipped with a carrying case, unlike the JBL Tune 760NC. We would almost say that, today, the Anker Soundcore Life Q30 are among the best cheap wireless headphones on the market.

However, the JBL Tune 760NC have JBL’s quality guarantee, and, although they are one of their simplest models, the sound quality is very good. From our point of view, they are too simple for what JBL is used to, but if you prefer to opt for what is known, you will not have a bad user experience.