Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT vs. Microsoft Surface Headphones 2

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT and Microsoft Surface Headphones 2. Compare design, sound quality and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect headphones. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the headphones that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT vs. Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT Microsoft Surface Headphones 2
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - 3.5 mm jack, USB-C
Height - 20.4 cm
Width - 19.5 cm
Depth - 4.8 cm
Weight 190 g 290.3 g Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT are lighter than Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT headphones.
Colour White | Black Light grey | Matte black
Recommended Use Portable electronics, phone -
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m -
SOUND QUALITY Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT Microsoft Surface Headphones 2
Headphones Form Factor On-ear Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Ear Cups Type Closed -
Adjustable Headband Yes -
Foldable Yes - Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.1 -
Bluetooth Profiles Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) -
Active Noise Cancelling - Yes Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Frequency Response 5 - 35000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT offer a larger frequency range than Microsoft Surface Headphones 2.
Sensitivity 97 dB/mW -
Impedance 41 Ohm -
Max Sound Pressure - 115 dB
Diaphragm 40 mm 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
In-Cord Volume Control Yes -
MICROPHONE Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT Microsoft Surface Headphones 2
Form Factor - Built-in
Microphone Technology Condenser -
Frequency Response 50 - 4000 Hz -
Audio Input Details Omni-directional - 50 - 4000 Hz -
Sensitivity -44 dB -
REMOTE CONTROL Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT Microsoft Surface Headphones 2
Controls Volume, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track Volume, power on/off, mute button, noise-cancellation suspend button
CABLE Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT Microsoft Surface Headphones 2
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.2 m
USB charge cable - 1 m
Audio cable - detachable - 1.2 m
USB-C cable - detachable - 1.5 m
Cable Length 1.2 m -
Detachable Cable Yes Yes
FEATURES Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT Microsoft Surface Headphones 2
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
Intelligent Assistant - Cortana
BATTERY AND CHARGING Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT Microsoft Surface Headphones 2
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life 30 hour(s) 20 hour(s) Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT lasts longer on a single charge than the Microsoft Surface Headphones 2.
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / Bluetooth): up to 20 hours
Standby Time 1000 hours -
Charging Time 5 hour(s) 2 hour(s) Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 recharge faster than Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT.
WIRELESS LINK Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT Microsoft Surface Headphones 2
Transmission Range 10 m -
CONNECTIONS Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT Microsoft Surface Headphones 2
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole)
USB (USB Type-C)
OTHERS Audio-Technica SonicFuel ATH-AR3BT Microsoft Surface Headphones 2
Included Accessories - Carrying case
Compatibility - iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Mac, Windows
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 1 year
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