In depth comparison and review of Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 and ASUS ROG Strix Go BT. 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 | ASUS ROG Strix Go BT |
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Product Type | Headset - 2.4 GHz - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack | Headset - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack | |
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Weight | - | 300 g | |
Colour | - | Black | |
Recommended Use | Computer | Game console, portable electronics, computer | |
Gaming | Yes | - |
SOUND QUALITY | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | ASUS ROG Strix Go BT |
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Headphones Form Factor | Full size | Full size | |
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Adjustable Headband | - | Yes | |
Foldable | - | Yes | ASUS ROG Strix Go BT can be folded. |
Connectivity Technology | Wireless, wired | Wireless, wired | |
Wireless Technology | 2.4 GHz radio frequency | Bluetooth | |
Bluetooth Version | - | Bluetooth 5.0 | |
Bluetooth Audio Codec | - | aptX Adaptive | |
Active Noise Cancelling | - | Yes | ASUS ROG Strix Go BT are equipped with active noice cancellation. |
Sound Output Mode | Stereo | Stereo | |
Sound Effects | - | 7.1 Channel Virtual Surround Sound | |
Frequency Response | 20 - 20000 Hz | - | |
Impedance | 16 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 | ASUS ROG Strix Go BT |
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Form Factor | Headset microphone | Headset microphone | |
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Type | Boom | - | |
Microphone Operation Mode | Uni-directional | Omni-directional | |
Noise Cancelling | Yes | - | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 microphone can cancel out ambient noise. |
Frequency Response | 50 - 20000 Hz | - | |
Audio Input Details | - | Omni-directional |
REMOTE CONTROL | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | ASUS ROG Strix Go BT |
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Controls | Volume, power on/off, balance control | Volume, play/pause button, microphone on/mute, next/previous track |
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CABLE | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | ASUS ROG Strix Go BT |
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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 |
Audio cable - 1.2 m USB-C charge cable - 1 m |
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Cable Length | - | 1.2 m |
FEATURES | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | ASUS ROG Strix Go BT |
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Additional Functions | LED lights | - |
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BATTERY AND CHARGING | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | ASUS ROG Strix Go BT |
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Battery Type | Lithium Ion | Headset battery rechargeable | |
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Battery Capacity | 1200 mAh | - | |
Battery Life | 14 hour(s) | 45 hour(s) | ASUS ROG Strix Go BT lasts longer on a single charge than the Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988. |
WIRELESS LINK | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | ASUS ROG Strix Go BT |
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Radio Frequency Range | 2.4GHz | - |
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CONNECTIONS | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | ASUS ROG Strix Go BT |
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Connector Type | USB (5 pin Micro-USB Type B (power only)) AUX input (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) |
Headset (mini-phone 3.5mm) USB (power only) (USB Type-C) |
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OTHERS | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | ASUS ROG Strix Go BT |
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Included Accessories | USB dongle | Airplane adapter, carrying bag | |
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Service & Support | Limited warranty - 2 years | - |