In depth comparison and review of Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 and AKG N700NCM2. Compare design, audio features, functions and other important specifications to easily choose the right headphones for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the headphones that will best fit your needs.
| DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | AKG N700NCM2 |
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| Product Type | Headset - 2.4 GHz - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - 3.5 mm jack | |
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| Weight | - | 277 g | |
| Recommended Use | Computer | - | |
| Gaming | Yes | - |
| SOUND QUALITY | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | AKG N700NCM2 |
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| Headphones Form Factor | Full size | On-ear | |
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| Connectivity Technology | Wireless, wired | Wireless | |
| Wireless Technology | 2.4 GHz radio frequency | Bluetooth | |
| Bluetooth Version | - | Bluetooth 4.2 | |
| Bluetooth Profiles | - | Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) | |
| Bluetooth Audio Codec | - | SBC, AAC | |
| Active Noise Cancelling | - | Yes | AKG N700NCM2 are equipped with active noice cancellation. |
| Noise Isolating | - | Yes | AKG N700NCM2 are equipped with a noise isolating function. |
| Sound Output Mode | Stereo | - | |
| Frequency Response | 20 - 20000 Hz | 10 - 20000 Hz | AKG N700NCM2 offer a larger frequency range than Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988. |
| Max Input Power | - | 30 mW | |
| Impedance | 16 Ohm | 16 Ohm | |
| Max Sound Pressure | 107 dB | - | |
| Diaphragm | 40 mm | 40 mm | Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm. |
| Features | 16.8M RGB LED lighting (2 zones) | - |
| MICROPHONE | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | AKG N700NCM2 |
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| Form Factor | Headset microphone | Built-in | |
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| Type | Boom | - | |
| Microphone Operation Mode | Uni-directional | - | |
| Noise Cancelling | Yes | - | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 microphone can cancel out ambient noise. |
| Frequency Response | 50 - 20000 Hz | - |
| REMOTE CONTROL | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | AKG N700NCM2 |
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| Controls | Volume, power on/off, balance control | Answer/end, 1-button remote |
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| CABLE | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | AKG N700NCM2 |
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| Cable Type | Micro-USB to USB cable - detachable Mini-phone 3.5 mm to mini-phone 3.5 mm cable - detachable |
Charging cable - detachable Headphones cable - detachable |
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| Detachable Cable | - | Yes |
| FEATURES | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | AKG N700NCM2 |
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| Additional Functions | LED lights | - |
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| BATTERY AND CHARGING | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | AKG N700NCM2 |
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| Battery Type | Lithium Ion | Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer | |
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| Battery Capacity | 1200 mAh | 800 mAh | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 have a higher battery capacity than AKG N700NCM2. |
| Battery Life | 14 hour(s) | 23 hour(s) | AKG N700NCM2 lasts longer on a single charge than the Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988. |
| Battery Life Details | - | Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / Bluetooth): up to 23 hours Continuous talk: up to 23 hours |
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| Charging Time | - | 3 hour(s) |
| WIRELESS LINK | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | AKG N700NCM2 |
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| Radio Frequency Range | 2.4GHz | - |
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| CONNECTIONS | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | AKG N700NCM2 |
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| Connector Type | USB (5 pin Micro-USB Type B (power only)) AUX input (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) |
Bluetooth USB (power only) |
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| OTHERS | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | AKG N700NCM2 |
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| Included Accessories | USB dongle | Carrying case, in-flight plug adapter | |
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| Compatibility | - | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Android phone | |
| Service & Support | Limited warranty - 2 years | Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year |