82

QC Headphones Headphones

Over-ear · ANC · 24h · AAC · BT 5.3

$250

MSRP

74

Live 770NC Headphones

Over-ear · ANC · 65h · AAC · BT 5.3

$150

MSRP

Our verdict

The QC Headphones Headphones takes the performance lead with a 11% higher overall score, driven by its more shader cores, more of memory, and higher TFLOPS of compute power. In gaming benchmarks at 1440p, it delivers roughly 0% more frames per second across demanding titles like Cyberpunk 2077 and Alan Wake 2.

However, the QC Headphones Headphones tells a compelling value story. At $250 versus the Live 770NC Headphones's $150 price tag, it costs $100 less while delivering performance that's only 11% behind. Its of memory is still more than enough for 1440p and even 4K gaming in most titles.

Our recommendation: for the majority of gamers targeting 1440p or even 4K with upscaling enabled, the QC Headphones Headphones is the smarter purchase. The Live 770NC Headphones only makes sense if you need the absolute maximum performance for native 4K ray tracing, professional 3D rendering, or AI workloads where the extra VRAM and compute power provide a tangible advantage.

Performance winner

QC Headphones Headphones

11% faster overall

Best value for money

QC Headphones Headphones

0% better value per dollar

QC Headphones Headphones best for

Raw performance

11% faster overall

Audio

Driver Size
35mm
40mm
Frequency Response
20Hz - 20kHz
20Hz - 20kHz
Form Factor
Over-ear
Over-ear

Battery

Battery Life (ANC On)
24h
65h
Total with Case
N/A
N/A
Fast Charge
15min → 2.5h
5min → 4h

Comfort

Weight
240g
252g
IP Rating
None
None
Wireless Charging
No
No

Connectivity

Bluetooth
5.3
5.3
Codecs
AAC, SBC
AAC, SBC
Multipoint
Yes (2 devices)
Yes (2 devices)

Noise Cancellation

Active Noise Cancellation
Yes
Yes (Adaptive)
Transparency Mode
Yes
Yes

Frequently asked questions

Is the QC Headphones Headphones worth $100 more than the Live 770NC Headphones?

It depends on your needs. The QC Headphones Headphones scores 82 overall vs 74 for the Live 770NC Headphones. If you need the extra performance for demanding tasks, the premium is justified. For most users gaming at 1440p or below, the Live 770NC Headphones offers better value.

Which GPU is better for 1440p gaming, the QC Headphones Headphones or Live 770NC Headphones?

The QC Headphones Headphones delivers higher frame rates at 1440p, but both GPUs handle 1440p gaming well. The QC Headphones Headphones provides more headroom for ray tracing and future titles, while the Live 770NC Headphones still maintains smooth gameplay in current games.

Can the Live 770NC Headphones handle 4K gaming?

The Live 770NC Headphones can handle 4K gaming in less demanding titles and with upscaling technologies like DLSS or FSR. For native 4K at ultra settings in demanding games, the QC Headphones Headphones is the better choice with its higher performance ceiling.

Which should I buy, the QC Headphones Headphones or Live 770NC Headphones?

Choose the Live 770NC Headphones if you want the best value for money and primarily game at 1080p or 1440p. Choose the QC Headphones Headphones if you need maximum performance, play at 4K, or do professional workloads like video editing and 3D rendering.

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