In depth comparison and review of Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 and ASTRO Gaming A20 Wireless Gen 2. 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 | ASTRO Gaming A20 Wireless Gen 2 |
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Product Type | Headset - 2.4 GHz - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack | Headset - 2.4 GHz - wireless | |
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Height | - | 17.75 cm | |
Width | - | 26.2 cm | |
Depth | - | 8.72 cm | |
Weight | - | 318 g | |
Dimensions & Weight Details | - | Transmitter: 1.96 cm x 6.58 cm x 0.76 cm / 7.1 g | |
Colour | - | White, green | |
Recommended Use | Computer | Game console, computer | |
Gaming | Yes | Yes | |
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) | - | 15 m |
SOUND QUALITY | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | ASTRO Gaming A20 Wireless Gen 2 |
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Headphones Form Factor | Full size | Full size | |
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Headphones Technology | - | Dynamic | |
Connectivity Technology | Wireless, wired | Wireless | |
Wireless Technology | 2.4 GHz radio frequency | 2.4 GHz radio frequency | |
Sound Output Mode | Stereo | Stereo | |
Frequency Response | 20 - 20000 Hz | 20 - 20000 Hz | Both headphones offer the same frequency response. |
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) | - | <3% | |
Sensitivity | - | 100 dB | |
Impedance | 16 Ohm | 32 Ohm | |
Max Sound Pressure | 107 dB | - | |
Diaphragm | 40 mm | 40 mm | Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm. |
Magnet Material | - | Neodymium | |
Features | 16.8M RGB LED lighting (2 zones) | - |
MICROPHONE | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | ASTRO Gaming A20 Wireless Gen 2 |
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Form Factor | Headset microphone | Headset microphone | |
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Type | Boom | Boom | |
Microphone Operation Mode | Uni-directional | 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 | ASTRO Gaming A20 Wireless Gen 2 |
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Controls | Volume, power on/off, balance control | Flip-to-mute |
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CABLE | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | ASTRO Gaming A20 Wireless Gen 2 |
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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 |
USB-C to USB-A cable - detachable - 1.5 m |
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FEATURES | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | ASTRO Gaming A20 Wireless Gen 2 |
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Additional Functions | LED lights | - |
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BATTERY AND CHARGING | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | ASTRO Gaming A20 Wireless Gen 2 |
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Battery Type | Lithium Ion | Headset battery rechargeable - lithium polymer | |
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Battery Capacity | 1200 mAh | 1050 mAh | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 have a higher battery capacity than ASTRO Gaming A20 Wireless Gen 2. |
Battery Life | 14 hour(s) | 15 hour(s) | ASTRO Gaming A20 Wireless Gen 2 lasts longer on a single charge than the Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988. |
Charging Time | - | 3.5 hour(s) | |
Auto On/Off | - | Yes |
WIRELESS LINK | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | ASTRO Gaming A20 Wireless Gen 2 |
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Radio Frequency Range | 2.4GHz | - |
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CONNECTIONS | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | ASTRO Gaming A20 Wireless Gen 2 |
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Connector Type | USB (5 pin Micro-USB Type B (power only)) AUX input (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) |
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OTHERS | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | ASTRO Gaming A20 Wireless Gen 2 |
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Included Accessories | USB dongle | Wireless transmitter | |
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Compatibility | - | Mac, Windows | |
Service & Support | Limited warranty - 2 years | - |