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JBL Live 780NC
JBL Live 680NC
The JBL Live 780NC are the over-ear sibling to the JBL Live 680NC. The two headphones have a similar design language, app feature set, codec support, and long battery life, but the 780NC are the stronger pick overall. Their over-ear fit helps them block more low-frequency noise, like rumbly engines, and they're more stable than the 680NC. That said, the 680NC are smaller, leak less audio, and have even longer battery life. The choice probably comes down to whether you prefer over-ears or on-ears.
JBL Live 780NC
JBL Live 680NC
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