In depth comparison and review of Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 and Microsoft Xbox Wireless Headset. 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 | Microsoft Xbox Wireless Headset |
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Product Type | Headset - 2.4 GHz - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack | Headset - Bluetooth - wireless | |
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Weight | - | 312 g | |
Earpad Material | - | Polyurethane leather | |
Design | - | Games | |
Recommended Use | Computer | Game console, computer | |
Gaming | Yes | - |
SOUND QUALITY | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | Microsoft Xbox Wireless Headset |
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Headphones Form Factor | Full size | Full size | |
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Connectivity Technology | Wireless, wired | Wireless | |
Wireless Technology | 2.4 GHz radio frequency | Bluetooth | |
Bluetooth Version | - | Bluetooth 4.2 | |
Bluetooth Profiles | - | Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP) | |
Bluetooth Audio Codec | - | SBC | |
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 | 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 magnet | |
Features | 16.8M RGB LED lighting (2 zones) | - |
MICROPHONE | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | Microsoft Xbox Wireless Headset |
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Form Factor | Headset microphone | - | |
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Type | Boom | Boom | |
Microphone Operation Mode | 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 | Microsoft Xbox Wireless Headset |
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Controls | Volume, power on/off, balance control | Mute, volume, power on/off, pair mode, game/chat balance |
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CABLE | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | Microsoft Xbox Wireless Headset |
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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 charge cable - 35.6 cm |
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FEATURES | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | Microsoft Xbox Wireless Headset |
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Additional Functions | LED lights | - |
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BATTERY AND CHARGING | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | Microsoft Xbox Wireless Headset |
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Battery Type | Lithium Ion | Headset battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion | |
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Battery Capacity | 1200 mAh | - | |
Battery Life | 14 hour(s) | 15 hour(s) | Microsoft Xbox Wireless Headset lasts longer on a single charge than the Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988. |
Charging Time | - | 3 hour(s) |
WIRELESS LINK | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | Microsoft Xbox Wireless Headset |
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Radio Frequency Range | 2.4GHz | - |
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CONNECTIONS | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | Microsoft Xbox Wireless Headset |
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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 | Microsoft Xbox Wireless Headset |
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Included Accessories | USB dongle | - | |
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Service & Support | Limited warranty - 2 years | - |