Microsoft Xbox Wireless Headset vs. Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Microsoft Xbox Wireless Headset 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 Xbox Wireless Headset vs. Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+ Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Microsoft Xbox Wireless Headset Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+
Product Type Headset - Bluetooth - wireless Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack, USB-C
Height - 20.4 cm
Width - 19.5 cm
Depth - 4.8 cm
Weight 312 g 290.3 g Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+ are lighter than Microsoft Xbox Wireless Headset headphones.
Colour - Matte black
Earpad Material Polyurethane leather -
Design Games -
Recommended Use Game console, computer -
SOUND QUALITY Microsoft Xbox Wireless Headset Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless, wired
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.2 -
Bluetooth Profiles Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP) -
Bluetooth Audio Codec SBC SBC, aptX
Active Noise Cancelling - Yes Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+ are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Built-in Decoders Dolby Atmos -
Sound Effects DTS Headphone:X, Windows Sonic surround sound -
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Both headphones offer the same frequency response.
Impedance 32 Ohm -
Max Sound Pressure - 115 dB
Diaphragm 40 mm 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
Magnet Material Neodymium magnet -
MICROPHONE Microsoft Xbox Wireless Headset Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+
Form Factor - Built-in
Type Boom -
REMOTE CONTROL Microsoft Xbox Wireless Headset Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+
Controls Mute, volume, power on/off, pair mode, game/chat balance Volume, power on/off, mute button, noise-cancellation suspend button, Microsoft Teams button
CABLE Microsoft Xbox Wireless Headset Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+
Cable Type USB-C charge cable - 35.6 cm Audio cable - detachable - 1.2 m
USB-C cable - detachable - 1.5 m
Detachable Cable - Yes
FEATURES Microsoft Xbox Wireless Headset Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+
Features - Wear detection
BATTERY AND CHARGING Microsoft Xbox Wireless Headset Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+
Battery Type Headset battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life 15 hour(s) 18.5 hour(s) Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+ lasts longer on a single charge than the Microsoft Xbox Wireless Headset.
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback: up to 18.5 hours
Continuous talk: up to 15 hours
Charging Time 3 hour(s) 2 hour(s) Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+ recharge faster than Microsoft Xbox Wireless Headset.
CONNECTIONS Microsoft Xbox Wireless Headset Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+
Connector Type - Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole)
USB (USB Type-C)
OTHERS Microsoft Xbox Wireless Headset Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+
Included Accessories - Carrying case, Surface USB Link
Compatibility - iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Mac, Windows
Software Certification - Certified for Microsoft Teams
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 1 year
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