In depth comparison and review of Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 and Poly Voyager Focus 2-M. 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 | Poly Voyager Focus 2-M |
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Product Type | Headset - 2.4 GHz - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack | Headset - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - USB-A via Bluetooth adapter | |
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Height | - | 18.2 cm | |
Width | - | 15.5 cm | |
Depth | - | 6.7 cm | |
Weight | - | 176 g | |
Colour | - | Black | |
Earpad Material | - | Artificial leather | |
Recommended Use | Computer | Portable electronics, computer | |
Gaming | Yes | - | |
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) | - | 50 m |
SOUND QUALITY | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | Poly Voyager Focus 2-M |
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Headphones Form Factor | Full size | On-ear | |
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Adjustable Headband | - | Yes | |
Connectivity Technology | Wireless, wired | Wireless, wired | |
Wireless Technology | 2.4 GHz radio frequency | Bluetooth | |
Bluetooth Version | - | Bluetooth 5.1 | |
Bluetooth Profiles | - | Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) | |
Active Noise Cancelling | - | Yes | Poly Voyager Focus 2-M are equipped with active noice cancellation. |
Active Noise Cancelling Technology | - | SoundGuard DIGITAL | |
Sound Output Mode | Stereo | Stereo | |
Frequency Response | 20 - 20000 Hz | 20 - 20000 Hz | Both headphones offer the same frequency response. |
Impedance | 16 Ohm | - | |
Max Sound Pressure | 107 dB | - | |
Diaphragm | 40 mm | 32 mm | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 have a thicker diaphragm than Poly Voyager Focus 2-M. |
Simultaneously Connectable Devices Qty (Multipoint) | - | 2 | Poly Voyager Focus 2-M have the ability to connect to multiple devices simultaneously. |
Features | 16.8M RGB LED lighting (2 zones) | Dynamic EQ optimised |
MICROPHONE | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | Poly Voyager Focus 2-M |
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Form Factor | Headset microphone | - | |
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Type | Boom | Boom | |
Microphone Operation Mode | Uni-directional | MEMS-directional | |
Noise Cancelling | Yes | - | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 microphone can cancel out ambient noise. |
Frequency Response | 50 - 20000 Hz | 100 - 6800 Hz | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 offer a larger microphone frequency range than Poly Voyager Focus 2-M. |
Microphones Included | - | 4 |
REMOTE CONTROL | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | Poly Voyager Focus 2-M |
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Controls | Volume, power on/off, balance control | Mute, volume, power on/off, answer/end, ANC mode |
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CABLE | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | Poly Voyager Focus 2-M |
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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 |
Micro-USB charging cable | |
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Cable Length | - | 1.5 m |
FEATURES | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | Poly Voyager Focus 2-M |
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Additional Functions | LED lights | SoundGuard DIGITAL |
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BATTERY AND CHARGING | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | Poly Voyager Focus 2-M |
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Battery Type | Lithium Ion | Headset battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion | |
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Battery Capacity | 1200 mAh | 560 mAh | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 have a higher battery capacity than Poly Voyager Focus 2-M. |
Battery Life | 14 hour(s) | 40 hours | Poly Voyager Focus 2-M lasts longer on a single charge than the Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988. |
Battery Life Details | - | Continuous talk (noise cancelling ON): up to 16 hours Continuous talk (noise cancelling OFF): up to 18 hours Continuous hearing (noise cancelling ON): up to 24 hours Continuous hearing (noise cancelling OFF): up to 40 hours |
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Standby Time | - | 30 days | |
Charging Time | - | 2 hours |
WIRELESS LINK | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | Poly Voyager Focus 2-M |
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Radio Frequency Range | 2.4GHz | - |
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CONNECTIONS | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | Poly Voyager Focus 2-M |
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Connector Type | USB (5 pin Micro-USB Type B (power only)) AUX input (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) |
USB (USB Type-A) |
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OTHERS | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | Poly Voyager Focus 2-M |
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Included Accessories | USB dongle | Charging stand, charging cable, travel pouch, BT700 Bluetooth USB adapter | |
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Compatible Software | - | Microsoft Teams | |
Software Certification | - | Certified for Microsoft Teams | |
Supported Host Device OS | - | Windows 10, macOS, Windows 11 | |
Service & Support | Limited warranty - 2 years | Limited warranty - 2 years |