Microsoft Surface Headphones vs. Microsoft Surface Headphones 2

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Microsoft Surface Headphones and Microsoft Surface Headphones 2. 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 vs. Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Microsoft Surface Headphones Microsoft Surface Headphones 2
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - 3.5 mm jack, USB-C Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - 3.5 mm jack, USB-C
Height 20.4 cm 20.4 cm
Width 19.5 cm 19.5 cm
Depth 4.8 cm 4.8 cm
Weight 290.3 g 290.3 g Both headphones are equally heavy.
Colour Light grey Light grey | Matte black
SOUND QUALITY Microsoft Surface Headphones Microsoft Surface Headphones 2
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Active Noise Cancelling Yes Yes Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Both headphones offer the same frequency response.
Max Sound Pressure 115 dB 115 dB
Diaphragm 40 mm 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
MICROPHONE Microsoft Surface Headphones Microsoft Surface Headphones 2
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
REMOTE CONTROL Microsoft Surface Headphones Microsoft Surface Headphones 2
Controls Volume, power on/off, mute button, noise-cancellation suspend button Volume, power on/off, mute button, noise-cancellation suspend button
CABLE Microsoft Surface Headphones Microsoft Surface Headphones 2
Cable Type Audio cable - detachable - 1.2 m
USB-C cable - detachable - 1.5 m
Audio cable - detachable - 1.2 m
USB-C cable - detachable - 1.5 m
Detachable Cable Yes Yes
FEATURES Microsoft Surface Headphones Microsoft Surface Headphones 2
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
Intelligent Assistant Cortana Cortana
BATTERY AND CHARGING Microsoft Surface Headphones Microsoft Surface Headphones 2
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life 15 hour(s) 20 hour(s) Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 lasts longer on a single charge than the Microsoft Surface Headphones.
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / Bluetooth): up to 20 hours
Charging Time 2 hour(s) 2 hour(s) The charging of both headphones last the same time.
CONNECTIONS Microsoft Surface Headphones Microsoft Surface Headphones 2
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole)
USB (USB Type-C)
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole)
USB (USB Type-C)
OTHERS Microsoft Surface Headphones Microsoft Surface Headphones 2
Included Accessories Carrying case Carrying case
Compatibility iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Mac, Windows iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Mac, Windows
Service & Support Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 1 year
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