In depth comparison and review of Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 and ROCCAT Elo 7.1 Air. 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 | ROCCAT Elo 7.1 Air |
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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 | - | 22.9 cm | |
Width | - | 20.1 cm | |
Depth | - | 9.1 cm | |
Weight | - | 345 g | |
Colour | - | White | |
Earpad Material | - | Memory foam | |
Headband Material | - | Metal | |
Design | - | Games | |
Recommended Use | Computer | Computer | |
Gaming | Yes | - |
SOUND QUALITY | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | ROCCAT Elo 7.1 Air |
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Headphones Form Factor | Full size | Full size | |
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Adjustable Headband | - | Yes | |
Connectivity Technology | Wireless, wired | Wireless | |
Wireless Technology | 2.4 GHz radio frequency | 2.4 GHz radio frequency | |
Sound Output Mode | Stereo | Stereo | |
Sound Effects | - | 7.1 Channel Virtual Surround Sound | |
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 | 50 mm | ROCCAT Elo 7.1 Air have a thicker diaphragm than Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988. |
Magnet Material | - | Neodymium | |
Features | 16.8M RGB LED lighting (2 zones) | - |
MICROPHONE | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | ROCCAT Elo 7.1 Air |
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Form Factor | Headset microphone | Detachable 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 | ROCCAT Elo 7.1 Air |
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Controls | Volume, power on/off, balance control | Power on/off, microphone on/mute, master volume, microphone volume |
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CABLE | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | ROCCAT Elo 7.1 Air |
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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 - detachable - 2 m |
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FEATURES | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | ROCCAT Elo 7.1 Air |
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Additional Functions | LED lights | RGB lighting, AIMO intelligent illumination, Stellar wireless technology, ProSpecs Glasses Relief System, Superhuman Hearing, TruSpeak microphone technology, Dynamic Fit, self-adjusting metal headband, rotating earcup hinges |
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BATTERY AND CHARGING | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | ROCCAT Elo 7.1 Air |
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Battery Type | Lithium Ion | Headset battery rechargeable | |
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Battery Capacity | 1200 mAh | - | |
Battery Life | 14 hour(s) | 24 hour(s) | ROCCAT Elo 7.1 Air lasts longer on a single charge than the Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988. |
Battery Life Details | - | Continuous playback: up to 24 hours |
WIRELESS LINK | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | ROCCAT Elo 7.1 Air |
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Radio Frequency Range | 2.4GHz | - |
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CONNECTIONS | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | ROCCAT Elo 7.1 Air |
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Connector Type | USB (5 pin Micro-USB Type B (power only)) AUX input (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) |
USB 2.0 (4 PIN USB Type A) |
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OTHERS | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | ROCCAT Elo 7.1 Air |
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Included Accessories | USB dongle | USB wireless receiver, USB-C charging cable | |
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Compatibility | - | Windows | |
Service & Support | Limited warranty - 2 years | Limited warranty - 2 years |