Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 Specifications, Tests and Review

Headphone type
Full size
Connectivity
Wireless
Frequency Response
20 - 20000 Hz

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Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 Full Specifications and Details

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DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Microsoft Surface Headphones 2
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - 3.5 mm jack, USB-C
Height 20.4 cm
Width 19.5 cm
Depth 4.8 cm
Weight 290.3 g Worse than 83 % of headphones rated.
Colour Light grey | Matte black

The wireless headphones Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 allow unrestricted movement, which increases the comfort of using the headphones. This feature is particularly popular with headphones for casual use. However, a certain limiting factor of wireless headphones compared to wired ones is a certain delay in sound transmission between the source and the headphones (but almost indistinguishable for the average user) and the need for regular charging. Unlike wired headphones, wireless headphones are charged separately.

This type of headphones has a design that surrounds the entire ear to improve isolation from external noise. As a result, they provide a great quality of listening without interference. However, unlike on-ear headphones, they are usually heavier and less suitable for frequent wearing. The weight of the headphones is 290.3 g.

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SOUND QUALITY Microsoft Surface Headphones 2
Headphones Form Factor Full size
Connectivity Technology Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth
Active Noise Cancelling Yes Better than 92 % of headphones rated.
Sound Output Mode Stereo
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz Better than 64 % of headphones rated.
Max Sound Pressure 115 dB
Diaphragm 40 mm Better than 75 % of headphones rated.

The sound quality can be affected by many factors. When it comes to frequency range, a wider range will allow more detail to be heard during your listening session. However, it is important to note that the ability to perceive frequencies varies from person to person. The average person is able to hear frequencies in the range of 16 to 20 000 Hz. That is why headphone manufacturers usually focus on the 20 to 20 000 Hz range. If the lower values are lower, headphones are better able to reproduce bass tones, as these represent frequencies up to approximately 256 Hz. Conversely, values from 2 048 Hz upwards are treble. Thus, headphones with a high upper limit will provide a much more accurate reproduction of high tones. Headphones Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 have a frequency range of 20 - 20000 Hz. Overall, these headphones can reproduce sound up to 115 dB. However, be careful. Repeatedly playing music continuously at really high volumes can damage your hearing.

The headphones are composed of many various components, one of the most important is the diaphragm. Diaphragm transforms the electrical signal into sound and therefore its quality affects the overall listening experience. There are three types of diaphragms: thin, medium-thick, and thicker. A thin 6 mm thick diaphragm responds quickly to high frequencies but less sensitively to bass. The medium-thick 10 mm diaphragm provides a balanced sound profile, allowing you to enjoy both bass and treble. The thicker 20 mm diaphragm is more sensitive to higher frequencies but has a poorer bass response. These headphones are equipped with the 40 mm.

Active Noise Cancellation provides an even quieter listening experience.

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MICROPHONE Microsoft Surface Headphones 2
Form Factor Built-in
REMOTE CONTROL Microsoft Surface Headphones 2
Controls Volume, power on/off, mute button, noise-cancellation suspend button
CABLE Microsoft Surface Headphones 2
Cable Type Audio cable - detachable - 1.2 m
USB-C cable - detachable - 1.5 m
Detachable Cable Yes
FEATURES Microsoft Surface Headphones 2
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible Yes
Intelligent Assistant Cortana

Demanding users and technology enthusiasts will appreciate an intelligent assistant with whom they can partially control connected devices. For example, they can adjust the volume or request information about messages or alerts.

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BATTERY AND CHARGING Microsoft Surface Headphones 2
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life 20 hour(s) Better than 71 % of headphones rated.
Battery Life Details Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / Bluetooth): up to 20 hours
Charging Time 2 hour(s) Better than 80 % of headphones rated.

In terms of headphone battery life as a significant factor in the purchase decision, it depends on what you want to use the headphones for and potentially how often you will be able to recharge them. Headphones with up to a few hours of battery life are more suitable for home use as they will require more frequent charging. Headphones with a battery life of around 10 hours or more are already more suitable for commuting and shorter journeys. However, nowadays you can also find headphones on the market that have a battery life in the higher tens to hundreds of hours. In this case, you do not have to worry about your headphones simply running out of power on longer journeys, and you will not have to deal with constant recharging. The battery life of the Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 reaches up to 20 hour(s).

Charging time is 2 hour(s).

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CONNECTIONS Microsoft Surface Headphones 2
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole)
USB (USB Type-C)
OTHERS Microsoft Surface Headphones 2
Included Accessories Carrying case
Compatibility iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Mac, Windows
Service & Support Limited warranty - 1 year

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