In depth comparison and review of Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+ and Mpow HC5. 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 | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+ | Mpow HC5 |
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Product Type | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack, USB-C | Headset - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack | |
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Height | 20.4 cm | - | |
Width | 19.5 cm | - | |
Depth | 4.8 cm | - | |
Weight | 290.3 g | 139 g | Mpow HC5 are lighter than Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+ headphones. |
Colour | Matte black | Black | |
Headband Material | - | Leather | |
Recommended Use | - | Portable electronics, computer | |
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) | - | 15 m |
SOUND QUALITY | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+ | Mpow HC5 |
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Headphones Form Factor | Full size | On-ear | |
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Adjustable Headband | - | Yes | |
Connectivity Technology | Wireless, wired | Wireless, wired | |
Wireless Technology | Bluetooth | Bluetooth | |
Bluetooth Version | - | Bluetooth 5.0 | |
Bluetooth Audio Codec | SBC, aptX | - | |
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | - | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+ are equipped with active noice cancellation. |
Sound Output Mode | Stereo | Stereo | |
Frequency Response | 20 - 20000 Hz | - | |
Max Sound Pressure | 115 dB | - | |
Diaphragm | 40 mm | - | |
Simultaneously Connectable Devices Qty (Multipoint) | - | 2 | Mpow HC5 have the ability to connect to multiple devices simultaneously. |
MICROPHONE | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+ | Mpow HC5 |
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Form Factor | Built-in | - | |
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Type | - | Boom | |
Noise Cancelling | - | Yes | Mpow HC5 microphone can cancel out ambient noise. |
Noise Cancelling Technology | - | cVc 8.0 (clear Voice capture) by Qualcomm | |
Microphones Included | - | 2 |
REMOTE CONTROL | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+ | Mpow HC5 |
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Controls | Volume, power on/off, mute button, noise-cancellation suspend button, Microsoft Teams button | Mute, volume, on/off, play/pause, next/previous track |
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CABLE | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+ | Mpow HC5 |
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Cable Type | Audio cable - detachable - 1.2 m USB-C cable - detachable - 1.5 m |
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Detachable Cable | Yes | - |
FEATURES | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+ | Mpow HC5 |
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Features | Wear detection | - | |
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Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible | - | Yes | |
Intelligent Assistant | - | Siri |
BATTERY AND CHARGING | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+ | Mpow HC5 |
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Battery Type | Headphone battery rechargeable | Headset battery rechargeable | |
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Battery Life | 18.5 hour(s) | 22 hour(s) | Mpow HC5 lasts longer on a single charge than the Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+. |
Battery Life Details | Continuous playback: up to 18.5 hours Continuous talk: up to 15 hours |
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Standby Time | - | 200 hours | |
Charging Time | 2 hour(s) | 1.5 hour(s) | Mpow HC5 recharge faster than Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+. |
CONNECTIONS | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+ | Mpow HC5 |
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Connector Type | Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) USB (USB Type-C) |
Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) |
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OTHERS | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2+ | Mpow HC5 |
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Included Accessories | Carrying case, Surface USB Link | - | |
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Compatibility | iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Mac, Windows | - | |
Software Certification | Certified for Microsoft Teams | - | |
Service & Support | Limited warranty - 1 year | Limited warranty - money back guarantee - 60 days |