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JBL Quantum 100M2 vs Logitech G435 LIGHTSPEED Wireless Gaming Headset

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all judged against headsets at a similar price

The JBL Quantum 100M2 scores 6.4/10 overall, ahead of the Logitech G435 LIGHTSPEED Wireless Gaming Headset at 5.3/10.

The JBL Quantum 100M2 leads on sound, microphone, comfort and noise cancelling and value.

The Logitech G435 LIGHTSPEED Wireless Gaming Headset leads on connectivity and battery.

The biggest difference is microphone, where the JBL Quantum 100M2 scores 7/10 to the Logitech G435 LIGHTSPEED Wireless Gaming Headset's 4/10.

JBL Quantum 100M2

6.4/10verdict: good, not the best

The JBL Quantum 100M2 is for gamers and remote workers who want a simple wired headset with a detachable boom mic. It suits people who plug into a PC, console, phone or Mac through a 3.5 mm jack and want light, padded earcups for long sessions. It is not for anyone who needs wireless, Bluetooth or noise cancelling.

Typically about £25.20 in the UK when we researched itCheck price at Amazon UK (opens in a new tab, affiliate link)

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Logitech G435 LIGHTSPEED Wireless Gaming Headset

Logitech G435 LIGHTSPEED Wireless Gaming Headset

5.3/10verdict: good, not the best

The G435 is for gamers who want a light wireless headset that works on PC, PlayStation and Nintendo consoles. It suits people who value low weight and a choice of dongle or Bluetooth over mic quality and bass. It is a basic option for casual play rather than for streaming, calls or noisy rooms.

Typically about £62.99 in the UK when we researched itCheck price at Amazon UK (opens in a new tab, affiliate link)

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Scores, criterion by criterion

CriterionWeightJBL Quantum 100M2Logitech G435 LIGHTSPEED Wireless Gaming Headset
Sound25%6/105/10
Microphone20%7/104/10
Comfort20%8/107/10
Connectivity and battery20%5/106/10
Noise cancelling and value15%6/104/10
Overall6.4/105.3/10

Specifications

SpecJBL Quantum 100M2Logitech G435 LIGHTSPEED Wireless Gaming Headset
ConnectionWired, 3.5 mm jack, 1.2 m cableLIGHTSPEED wireless via USB 2.0 Type-A receiver, plus Bluetooth; wireless range up to 10 m
Noise cancellingNonenot listed
MicrophoneDetachable boom, directional pickup, 100 Hz-10 kHz frequency response, sensitivity -42 dBV/Pa at 1 kHz, mute featureDual beamforming mics, no boom arm; frequency response 100 Hz to 8 kHz
Battery lifenot listed18 hours play time; USB-C charging
Weight220 g165 g (5.82 oz)
Works withPCs, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, mobile devices, Macs and VR, via 3.5 mm jack (per German spec sheet; English list not confirmed)PC, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, PS4, PS5, macOS 10.14 or later; Xbox compatibility conflicting between sources

Strengths and weaknesses

JBL Quantum 100M2

  • + Light at 220 g, with memory foam cushions
  • + Detachable directional boom mic with mute feature
  • + Owners praise sound and voice pickup for the price
  • − No Bluetooth, wireless dongle or USB-C
  • − No active noise cancelling
  • − Platform list comes from a German spec sheet

Skip it if:

  • Buyers who want Bluetooth or a wireless dongle
  • Anyone who needs active noise cancelling
  • People whose device has no 3.5 mm headphone port
Read the full JBL Quantum 100M2 review ›

Logitech G435 LIGHTSPEED Wireless Gaming Headset

  • + Light at 165 g, praised as comfortable
  • + LIGHTSPEED dongle plus Bluetooth in one headset
  • + USB-C charging and a 2-year warranty
  • − Dual mics, no boom arm; owners call it weak
  • − Thin bass and little isolation, per owners
  • − 18 hours of play time and no 3.5 mm jack

Skip it if:

  • Streamers and frequent callers who need a clear boom mic
  • Buyers who want a 3.5 mm jack for wired use
  • Anyone who needs noise cancelling or strong isolation
Read the full Logitech G435 LIGHTSPEED Wireless Gaming Headset review ›

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