Microsoft Surface Earbuds vs. Philips TAT3217BK

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Microsoft Surface Earbuds and Philips TAT3217BK. 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

Microsoft Surface Earbuds vs. Philips TAT3217BK Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Microsoft Surface Earbuds Philips TAT3217BK
Product Type True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Weight - 51 g
Dimensions & Weight Details Charging case: 7.5 cm x 3.32 cm x 2.5 cm / 40 g
Earbud: 2.5 cm x 2.5 cm x 1.99 cm / 7.2 g
Earbud: 3.41 cm x 2 cm x 2.18 cm
Charging case: 6.25 cm x 2.4 cm x 4.56 cm
Colour Glacier Black
Protection Waterproof, IPX4 Splashproof
Recommended Use - Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 10 m
SOUND QUALITY Microsoft Surface Earbuds Philips TAT3217BK
Headphones Form Factor Ear-bud In-ear
Headphones Technology - Dynamic
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 5.2 Philips TAT3217BK have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Microsoft Surface Earbuds.
Bluetooth Profiles - Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
Bluetooth Audio Codec SBC, aptX SBC
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Both headphones offer the same frequency response.
Max Input Power - 5 mW
Sensitivity - 101.5 dB
Impedance - 16 Ohm
Diaphragm 13.6 mm 10 mm Microsoft Surface Earbuds have a thicker diaphragm than Philips TAT3217BK.
MICROPHONE Microsoft Surface Earbuds Philips TAT3217BK
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Microphones Included 2 2 Both headphones have a built-in microphone.
REMOTE CONTROL Microsoft Surface Earbuds Philips TAT3217BK
Controls Volume, answer/end, next/previous track Voice assistant
CABLE Microsoft Surface Earbuds Philips TAT3217BK
Cable Type - USB-C cable - detachable - 50 cm
FEATURES Microsoft Surface Earbuds Philips TAT3217BK
Features - Touch control
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
Communications Technology - Bluetooth
Voice Control - Indirect
Intelligent Assistant - Google Assistant ready, Siri ready
BATTERY AND CHARGING Microsoft Surface Earbuds Philips TAT3217BK
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer
Battery Capacity - 40 mAh
Battery Life 7 hour(s) 6 hour(s) Microsoft Surface Earbuds lasts longer on a single charge than the Philips TAT3217BK.
Battery Life Details Continuous playback: up to 7 hours
Continuous playback (with included charging case): up to 24 hours
Continuous playback: up to 6 hours
Continuous playback (with included charging case): up to 26 hours
Charging Time - 2 hour(s)
CONNECTIONS Microsoft Surface Earbuds Philips TAT3217BK
Connector Type - USB (power only) (USB Type-C)
OTHERS Microsoft Surface Earbuds Philips TAT3217BK
Included Accessories Charging case, 3 pairs of silicone ear tips (small, medium, large), USB-C to USB-A cable 3 pairs of ear tips (small, medium, large), charging case (460 mAh)
Compatibility iPhone, iPad, iPod, Android phone, Windows -
Compliant Standards - IPX5
Service & Support Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 2 years
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