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.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | Sony WH-XB910N |
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Product Type | Headset - 2.4 GHz - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack | |
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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 |
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Headphones Form Factor | Full size | Full size | |
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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 |
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Form Factor | Headset microphone | Built-in | |
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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 |
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Controls | Volume, power on/off, balance control | Noise-cancellation on/off |
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CABLE | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | Sony WH-XB910N |
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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 |
Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.2 m USB-C charge cable - detachable |
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Cable Length | - | 1.2 m | |
Plated Connector | - | Gold |
FEATURES | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | Sony WH-XB910N |
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Features | - | Multipoint Pairing | |
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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 |
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Battery Type | Lithium Ion | Headphone battery rechargeable | |
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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 |
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Charging Time | - | 3.5 hour(s) |
WIRELESS LINK | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | Sony WH-XB910N |
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Radio Frequency Range | 2.4GHz | - |
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CONNECTIONS | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | Sony WH-XB910N |
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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 |
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OTHERS | Alienware Wireless Gaming Headset AW988 | Sony WH-XB910N |
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Included Accessories | USB dongle | Carrying case, USB-C cable, 3.5 mm audio cable | |
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Service & Support | Limited warranty - 2 years | Limited warranty - 1 year |