Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 vs. Microsoft Modern USB Headset

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 and Microsoft Modern USB Headset. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare design, sound quality, but also other key features of both headphones and easily decide which ones are the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the headphones that best fit your needs and expectations.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 vs. Microsoft Modern USB Headset Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 Microsoft Modern USB Headset
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - 3.5 mm jack, USB-C Headset - wired - USB
Height 20.4 cm 17.3 cm
Width 19.5 cm 16.7 cm
Depth 4.8 cm 6 cm
Weight 290.3 g 142 g Microsoft Modern USB Headset are lighter than Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 headphones.
Colour Light grey | Matte black Black
Recommended Use - Computer
SOUND QUALITY Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 Microsoft Modern USB Headset
Headphones Form Factor Full size On-ear
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wired
Wireless Technology Bluetooth -
Active Noise Cancelling Yes - Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 100 - 20000 Hz Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 offer a larger frequency range than Microsoft Modern USB Headset.
Max Sound Pressure 115 dB 91 dB
Diaphragm 40 mm 28 mm Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 have a thicker diaphragm than Microsoft Modern USB Headset.
MICROPHONE Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 Microsoft Modern USB Headset
Form Factor Built-in Headset microphone
Type - Boom
Noise Cancelling - Yes Microsoft Modern USB Headset microphone can cancel out ambient noise.
Frequency Response - 100 - 10000 Hz
REMOTE CONTROL Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 Microsoft Modern USB Headset
Controls Volume, power on/off, mute button, noise-cancellation suspend button Mute, volume, Microsoft Teams button
CABLE Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 Microsoft Modern USB Headset
Cable Type Audio cable - detachable - 1.2 m
USB-C cable - detachable - 1.5 m
USB cable
Detachable Cable Yes -
FEATURES Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 Microsoft Modern USB Headset
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible Yes -
Intelligent Assistant Cortana -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 Microsoft Modern USB Headset
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable -
Battery Life 20 hour(s) -
Battery Life Details Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / Bluetooth): up to 20 hours -
Charging Time 2 hour(s) -
CONNECTIONS Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 Microsoft Modern USB Headset
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole)
USB (USB Type-C)
USB (4 PIN USB Type A)
OTHERS Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 Microsoft Modern USB Headset
Included Accessories Carrying case -
Compatibility iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Mac, Windows Mac, Windows
Software Certification - Certified for Microsoft Teams
Service & Support Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 1 year
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