The JBL Tune series offers a range of headphones varying primarily by fit (on-ear vs. over-ear), battery life, and the inclusion of Active Noise Cancellation (ANC). The 500-series consists of compact, on-ear models, while the 700-series features larger, over-ear designs that provide better isolation.
On-Ear Models: Tune 510BT vs. 520BT
The
JBL Tune 520BT is the direct successor to the
JBL Tune 510BT, bringing notable upgrades in longevity and software support.
- JBL Tune 510BT:
- Battery Life: Up to 40 hours.
- Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.0.
- Highlights: Lightweight (160g), foldable, and features JBL Pure Bass sound.
- JBL Tune 520BT:
- Battery Life: Significantly improved to 57 hours.
- Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.3 with multipoint support.
- App Support: Compatible with the JBL Headphones App, allowing for EQ customization—a feature missing on the 510BT.
Over-Ear Models: Tune 710BT, 760NC & 770NC
The 700-series models are designed to fully enclose the ear, improving comfort for long sessions and providing passive or active noise reduction.
- JBL Tune 710BT:
- Noise Control: Passive isolation only (no ANC).
- Battery Life: Up to 50 hours.
- Highlights: Lighter than ANC models (220g) and includes a detachable audio cable for wired use.
- JBL Tune 760NC:
- Noise Control: Features Active Noise Cancellation (ANC).
- Battery Life: Up to 35 hours with ANC on, or 50 hours with it off.
- Highlights: Uses older Bluetooth 5.0 and lacks companion app support for EQ.
- JBL Tune 770NC:
- Noise Control: Upgraded to Adaptive Noise Cancelling with Ambient Aware and TalkThru modes.
- Battery Life: Up to 70 hours (ANC off) or 44 hours (ANC on).
- Highlights: Bluetooth 5.3, app support for custom EQ, and overall better sound refinement compared to the 760NC.
Quick Comparison Table
| Model |
Fit |
ANC |
Battery (Max) |
Bluetooth |
App Support |
| 510BT |
On-Ear |
No |
40 hrs |
5.0 |
No |
| 520BT |
On-Ear |
No |
57 hrs |
5.3 |
Yes |
| 710BT |
Over-Ear |
No |
50 hrs |
5.0 |
No |
| 760NC |
Over-Ear |
Yes |
50 hrs |
5.0 |
No |
| 770NC |
Over-Ear |
Yes |
70 hrs |
5.3 |
Yes |
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