Over-Ear
JBL Live 780NC
70Good
$200
Full review dataJBL Live 780NC vs Sennheiser MOMENTUM 5 Wireless: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Sennheiser MOMENTUM 5 Wireless comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 83. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: Sennheiser MOMENTUM 5 Wireless - Great overall at around $400.
Over-Ear
Sennheiser MOMENTUM 5 Wireless
83Great
$400
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Sennheiser MOMENTUM 5 Wireless leads on 5 of 7 measures.
- JBL Live 780NC
- Sennheiser MOMENTUM 5 Wireless
HearWiki score
70
83
Sound
7.5
8.8
Noise cancelling
7.0
8.2
Battery
9.0
9.4
Calls
6.5
8.0
Value
7.5
7.3
Price (USD)
$200
$400
Generation & platform
The scores rank quality. This is the other question: is the newer one actually newer technology, or the same platform in a new shell?
Mixed generations
Both shipped in 2026. Neither is straightforwardly newer: the JBL Live 780NC brings Bluetooth 6.0 against 5.4, while the Sennheiser MOMENTUM 5 Wireless answers with Top codec aptX Lossless against LDAC.
- Live 780NC2026
- MOMENTUM 5 Wireless2026
What differsLive 780NCMOMENTUM 5 Wireless
- Bluetooth
- 6.0
- 5.4
- Top codec
- LDAC
- aptX Lossless
Platform
Level on: Multipoint pairing, USB-C, Transparency mode, Custom EQ, Companion app.
Specifications
Live 780NCMOMENTUM 5 Wireless
- Type
- Over-Ear
- Over-Ear
- Price (USD)
- $200
- $400
- HearWiki score
- 70
- 83
- Released
- 2026
- 2026
- Availability
- Sold new
- Sold new
- Driver
- 40 mm dynamic
- 42 mm dynamic
- Driver type
- dynamic
- dynamic
- Driver size
- 40 mm
- 42 mm
- Drivers per side
- 1
- 1
- Frequency response
- 10 Hz - 40 kHz
- 6 Hz - 40 kHz
- Impedance
- 32 Ω
- 520 Ω
- Sensitivity
- 98 dB/mW
- 108 dB/mW
- Bluetooth
- 6.0
- 5.4
- Codecs
- SBC, AAC, LDAC
- aptX Lossless
- Multipoint pairing
- Yes
- Yes
- Battery life
- 80 h
- 57 h
- Battery life (ANC on)
- 50 h
- 57 h
- Full charge time
- 120 min
- 120 min
- Quick charge
- -
- 10 min → 7 h
- Wireless charging
- No
- No
- Active noise cancelling
- Yes
- Yes
- ANC type
- adaptive
- -
- Transparency mode
- Yes
- Yes
- Companion app
- Yes
- Yes
- Custom EQ
- Yes
- Yes
- Wear detection
- -
- Yes
- Controls
- touch
- touch
- Voice assistant
- Yes
- Yes
- Weight
- 260 g
- 290 g
- Water resistance
- none
- none
- Foldable
- Yes
- -
- Detachable cable
- Yes
- Yes
- USB-C
- Yes
- Yes
- Connector
- -
- 3.5 mm
- Microphones
- 4
- 8
What reviewers said
JBL Live 780NC
The JBL Live 780NC is a wireless over-ear headphone with active noise cancellation, delivering an impressively long battery life of up to 80 hours and a wide frequency range up to 40 kHz. It supports modern Bluetooth 6 with multipoint pairing and high-resolution audio codecs like LDAC and LDHC, all in a lightweight 260-gram frame. This model is a solid choice for travelers and daily commuters who prioritize battery stamina and wireless versatility over water resistance.
- Pro:Exceptional battery life of 80 hours
- Pro:Supports high-quality LDAC and LDHC codecs
- Pro:Lightweight design at 260 grams for comfort
- Con:No water resistance rating
- Con:Lacks a wired connection option
- Con:Sensitivity of 98 dB may require moderate volume for some listeners
Sennheiser MOMENTUM 5 Wireless
The Sennheiser MOMENTUM 5 Wireless is a refined premium over-ear headphone that builds on its predecessor with modern Bluetooth connectivity and adaptive hybrid noise cancellation. It delivers a detailed, well-tuned sound signature, exceptional battery life, and a comfortable, sturdy build, though it lacks water resistance and its design remains largely familiar. While the update is more evolutionary than revolutionary, it stands out as a top-tier option for wireless listening, especially for those prioritizing long playtime and versatile codec support.
- Pro:Excellent 57-hour battery life with ANC on
- Pro:Detailed and well-balanced sound with wide frequency response
- Pro:Comfortable and premium build quality
- Con:No water or dust resistance rating
- Con:Design is largely unchanged from previous generation
- Con:Call quality and price may not justify the upgrade for some
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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