Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 vs. Sony WH-XB910N

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In depth comparison and review of Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 and Sony WH-XB910N. 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.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 vs. Sony WH-XB910N Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 Sony WH-XB910N
Product Type Headset - 2.4 GHz - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack
Weight - 252 g
Colour - Blue | Black
Earpad Material - Synthetic leather
Recommended Use Computer -
Gaming Yes -
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 10 m
SOUND QUALITY Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 Sony WH-XB910N
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology - Dynamic
Ear Cups Type - Closed
Adjustable Headband - Yes
Connectivity Technology Wireless, wired Wireless, wired
Wireless Technology 2.4 GHz radio frequency Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version - Bluetooth 5.2
Bluetooth Profiles - Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP), Serial Copy Management System (SCMS-T)
Bluetooth Audio Codec - SBC, AAC, LDAC
Active Noise Cancelling - Yes Sony WH-XB910N are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology - Dual Noise Cancellation
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects - Extra Bass, Digital Sound Enhancement Engine (DSEE), Ambient Sound Mode, Adaptive Sound Control, 360 Reality Audio
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 5 - 40000 Hz Sony WH-XB910N offer a larger frequency range than Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988.
Sensitivity - 96 dB/mW
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) Google Fast Pair, Quick Attention function, Microsoft Swift Pair
MICROPHONE Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 Sony WH-XB910N
Form Factor Headset microphone Built-in
Type Boom -
Microphone Technology - Electret condenser
Microphone Operation Mode Uni-directional -
Noise Cancelling Yes - Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 microphone can cancel out ambient noise.
Frequency Response 50 - 20000 Hz 50 - 8000 Hz Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 offer a larger microphone frequency range than Sony WH-XB910N.
Microphones Included - 2
REMOTE CONTROL Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 Sony WH-XB910N
Controls Volume, power on/off, balance control Noise-cancellation on/off
CABLE Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 Sony WH-XB910N
Cable Type Micro-USB to USB cable - detachable
Mini-phone 3.5 mm to mini-phone 3.5 mm cable - detachable
Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.2 m
USB-C charge cable - detachable
Cable Length - 1.2 m
Plated Connector - Gold
FEATURES Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 Sony WH-XB910N
Features - Multipoint Pairing
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
Intelligent Assistant - Google Assistant, Alexa
Sensors - Touch sensor
Additional Functions LED lights -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 Sony WH-XB910N
Battery Type Lithium Ion Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Capacity 1200 mAh -
Battery Life 14 hour(s) 30 hour(s) Sony WH-XB910N lasts longer on a single charge than the Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988.
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON): up to 30 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF): up to 50 hours
Continuous talk (noise cancelling ON): up to 30 hours
Continuous talk (noise cancelling OFF): up to 40 hours
Charging Time - 3.5 hour(s)
WIRELESS LINK Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 Sony WH-XB910N
Radio Frequency Range 2.4GHz -
CONNECTIONS Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 Sony WH-XB910N
Connector Type USB (5 pin Micro-USB Type B (power only))
AUX input (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
USB (power only) (USB Type-C)
Headphones (mini-phone 3.5mm)
Bluetooth
OTHERS Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 Sony WH-XB910N
Included Accessories USB dongle Carrying case, USB-C cable, 3.5 mm audio cable
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 1 year
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