JBL Quantum 100 - Wired Over-Ear Gaming Headphones - Black, Large | Be at the center of…
- Over-Ear Headphone
- Dynamic Driver
- Remote
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How it ranks among the 30 over-ear headphones we track
4.3★ across 18,800 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
18,800 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
500+ bought on Amazon last month.
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Overview
A wired over-ear gaming headset from JBL with a detachable boom microphone and memory-foam ear cushions, built for PC, Mac, Xbox, PS4 and Switch over a 3.5mm connection. JBL's Quantum Sound tuning is aimed at picking out footsteps and directional cues in competitive games.
This sits at the budget end of JBL's gaming line, wired rather than wireless, with a plain 3.5mm jack instead of a USB dongle or app. Owners who have used it for years report the plastic ear-cup joints are the part most likely to wear out, while the sound and mic hold up well over the same stretch.
- Wired 3.5mm, works with PC, Mac, Xbox, PS4, Switch
- Detachable boom mic with echo cancelling
- Memory foam cushions with PU leather
- 20Hz-20kHz frequency response
Who it's for
Fits a budget gaming setup on PC, console or Steam Deck where a simple wired headset with a detachable mic is enough. Not the choice for someone who needs real noise isolation for quiet spaces like an open office, since this is a passive, wired design.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
Owners who have used the JBL Quantum 100 for years call out the directional sound and detachable mic as genuinely useful for competitive shooters and team chat, with a couple saying it outperforms headsets costing far more. The recurring complaint is the plastic ear-cup joints weakening after years of daily use, and a couple of owners note it lets in enough ambient room noise that it is not ideal for quiet meeting spaces.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Plastic ear-cup joints can weaken after years of use
- Passive design lets in ambient sound in quiet rooms
- Wired only, no wireless or USB option
Specifications
| Brand | JBL |
|---|---|
| Model | JBLQUANTUM100BLKAM |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 7.8 ounces |
| Audio Driver Size | 1.6 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Noise Control | Sound Isolation |
| Frequency Range | 20 Hz - 20 kHz |
| Construction & materials | |
| Enclosure Material | Memory Foam |
| Color | Black |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Compatible Devices | PC, Mac, Xbox, PS4, Nintendo Switch, Mobile, VR |
| Connectivity Technology | Wired |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 2 years |
| Other details | |
| Audio Driver Type | Dynamic Driver |
| Control Type | Remote |
| Number of Items | 6 |
| Headphone Folding Features | Over Ear |
| Sensitivity | 97 db |
| Headphone Jack | 3.5 mm Jack |
| Theme | Video Game |
| Headphones Ear Placement | Over Ear |
| Series Number | 100 |
| Specific Uses For Product | Communication, Movies and Gaming |
| Additional Features | Microphone Included |
| Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |
| Antenna Location | Calling, Gaming |
| Wireless Technology | Wired |
| BuiltIn Media | Headset,Removable Mic,Windshield foam for microphone,User Manual,Warranty Card,Safety Sheet |
| Impedance | 32 ohm |
| Item Type Name | Gaming Headphone |
| Cable Features | Fixed |
| Earpiece Shape | Oblong |
| Frequency Response | 20000 hertz |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in over-ear headphones.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| JBL Quantum 100 - Wired Over-Ear Gaming Headphones - Black, Large | Be at the center of…This product | 4.3 / 5 | 18,800 | 4.5 / 5 |
| Audio-Technica ATH-M30x Professional Studio Monitor HeadphonesAudio-Technica | 4.6 / 5 | 12,500 | 4.7 / 5 |
| Beats Studio3 Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-Ear HeadphonesBeats | 4.7 / 5 | 47,100 | 4.6 / 5 |
| Soundcore by Anker Q20i Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling HeadphonesSoundcore | 4.5 / 5 | 73,500 | 4.5 / 5 |
| BERIBES Bluetooth Headphones Over Ear Wireless HiFi Stereo Headsets 65H 6EQBeribes | 4.5 / 5 | 57,600 | 4.5 / 5 |
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Questions about the JBL JBLQUANTUM100BLKAM
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Does the JBL Quantum 100 work on PS5?
JBL lists PC, Mac, Xbox, PS4 and Switch over 3.5mm, and owners report using it on PS5 as well since it uses a standard audio jack.
Does the JBL Quantum 100 have noise cancellation?
No, it is a passive wired headset, and owners note ambient room sound still comes through in quiet settings.
How durable is the JBL Quantum 100 long-term?
Several owners report years of reliable use, though the plastic joints connecting the ear cups are the part most likely to weaken over time.