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JBL Live 780NC vs Anker soundcore Space 2

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JBLLive 780NCAnker soundcoreSpace 2
Overview
ReleasedMarch 2026April 2026
Sound
TypeOver-earOver-ear
Noise cancellingYesYes
Transparency modeYesYes
Driver size40 mm40 mm
BackClosedClosed
Impedance32 ohms–
Bluetooth codecsSBC, AAC, LDAC and LC3SBC, AAC and LDAC
Lossless over USB-CNo–
Drivers40 mm dynamic with compound diaphragm; 10 Hz–40 kHz response and 98 dB SPL sensitivity at 1 kHz40 mm double-layer diaphragm drivers with silk and metal-ceramic construction
Noise cancelling detailTrue Adaptive Noise Cancelling 2.0, Ambient Aware and TalkThruAdaptive ANC 3.0 with four-stage low-frequency noise cancellation; Transparency mode; Normal mode can be added to the button cycle
Audio featuresSpatial Sound, Personi-Fi 3.0, Low Volume Dynamic EQ and Auracast; LDAC maker-confirmed, SBC, AAC and LC3 confirmed by Les NumériquesHi-Res Audio in wired mode and LDAC on compatible Android devices; HearID hearing profile, 8-band EQ and presets. 3D Audio cannot run alongside LDAC; USB-C is charging only (SoundGuys)
Hearing healthPersonal Sound Amplification and left/right balance; VoiceAware own-voice monitoringSafe Volume monitoring and optional high-volume limit in the soundcore app
Battery
Listening time (maker's claim)Up to 50 hoursUp to 50 hours
Battery life detailUp to 80 hours with ANC off or 50 on; calls 33 hours with ANC off or 28 on; 870 mAh, 3.7 V lithium-ion battery; two-hour full chargeANC provides up to 50 hours with wearing detection off or 45 hours on; ANC with LDAC gives 40 or 35 hours respectively. ANC off gives 70 or 65 hours; Transparency gives 50 or 45 hours. Maker tests at 50% volume; other features can reduce playback
Charging case–USB-C charging; full charge in about 2 hours
Fast chargingFive minutes supplies up to four hours; UK page's hours label is erroneousA 5-minute charge provides up to 4 hours of playback
Design
Weight260 g264 g
Bluetooth6.06.1
Two devices at onceYesYes
Headphone cableYesYes
ControlsCustomisable button and touch controlsPhysical power, volume, playback/call and NC buttons; configurable long-press action; optional wearing detection for automatic pause/resume
MicrophonesMaker prose, PDF and US press table say six microphones including two beamforming call microphones; current UK specification table instead lists fourThree microphones with AI call-noise reduction
Fit and ear tipsFoldable over-ear design with metal hinge, silicone headband and soft ear cushions; closed back confirmed by Labo FnacFolding construction, ergonomic headband and protein-leather ear cushions with slow-rebound memory foam; cloth travel pouch
DimensionsOuter cushions 98.6 × 80 mm, inner 60.4 × 41.5 mm; cushion height 23 mm–
Works withTwo Bluetooth devices; optional Smart Tx transmitter sold separately; supplied 120 cm USB-C-to-3.5 mm cable is analogue and requires power, without USB digital audio or passive listening (Les Numériques)soundcore app for Android and iOS; Google Fast Pair on Android 6.0 or later; dual-device connection. Maker support contradicts itself on simultaneous LDAC and dual-device support, so that combination remains unconfirmed. AUX mode disables playback/volume buttons and built-in calls; NC control works while powered on
ColoursBlack, White, Sand, Green, Blue, Purple and OrangeJet Black, Linen White and Seafoam Green
In the boxHeadphones, USB-C-to-3.5 mm analogue cable, carrying pouch, warranty and quick-start guide. Maker US March 2026 shipping schedule corroborated by Les Numériques' March retail availability; UK announcement followed in May. Current UK RRP £169.99 differs from the £179.99 launch priceHeadphones, travel pouch, 3.5 mm AUX cable, USB-C cable and quick start guide

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