In depth comparison and review of Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 and EPOS I SENNHEISER ADAPT 561 II. 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 | EPOS I SENNHEISER ADAPT 561 II |
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| Product Type | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - 3.5 mm jack, USB-C | Headset - Bluetooth - wireless | |
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| Series | - | ADAPT 500 Series | |
| Height | 20.4 cm | - | |
| Width | 19.5 cm | - | |
| Depth | 4.8 cm | - | |
| Weight | 290.3 g | 232 g | EPOS I SENNHEISER ADAPT 561 II are lighter than Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 headphones. |
| Colour | Light grey | Matte black | - | |
| Earpad Material | - | Plush, textured fabric | |
| Recommended Use | - | Portable electronics, computer | |
| Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) | - | 25 m |
| SOUND QUALITY | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 | EPOS I SENNHEISER ADAPT 561 II |
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| Headphones Form Factor | Full size | On-ear | |
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| Headphones Technology | - | Dynamic | |
| Ear Cups Type | - | Closed | |
| Connectivity Technology | Wireless | Wireless | |
| Wireless Technology | Bluetooth | Bluetooth | |
| Bluetooth Version | - | Bluetooth 5.0 | |
| Bluetooth Audio Codec | - | SBC, AAC | |
| Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | Yes | Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation. |
| Active Noise Cancelling Technology | - | Hybrid ANC | |
| Sound Output Mode | Stereo | Stereo | |
| Sound Effects | - | EPOS Voice | |
| Frequency Response | 20 - 20000 Hz | 20 - 20000 Hz | Both headphones offer the same frequency response. |
| Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) | - | <0.3% | |
| Impedance | - | 32 Ohm | |
| Max Sound Pressure | 115 dB | 108 dB | |
| Diaphragm | 40 mm | - | |
| Features | - | Audio prompts |
| MICROPHONE | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 | EPOS I SENNHEISER ADAPT 561 II |
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| Form Factor | Built-in | Headset microphone | |
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| Type | - | Boom | |
| Microphone Operation Mode | - | Beamforming, MEMS-directional | |
| Frequency Response | - | 100 - 10000 Hz | |
| Microphones Included | - | 2 |
| REMOTE CONTROL | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 | EPOS I SENNHEISER ADAPT 561 II |
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| Controls | Volume, power on/off, mute button, noise-cancellation suspend button | - |
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| CABLE | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 | EPOS I SENNHEISER ADAPT 561 II |
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| Cable Type | Audio cable - detachable - 1.2 m USB-C cable - detachable - 1.5 m |
USB-C to USB-C cable - detachable | |
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| Detachable Cable | Yes | - |
| FEATURES | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 | EPOS I SENNHEISER ADAPT 561 II |
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| Features | - | EPOS ActiveGard | |
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| Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible | Yes | - | |
| Intelligent Assistant | Cortana | - |
| BATTERY AND CHARGING | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 | EPOS I SENNHEISER ADAPT 561 II |
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| Battery Type | Headphone battery rechargeable | Headset battery rechargeable | |
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| Battery Life | 20 hour(s) | - | |
| Battery Life Details | Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / Bluetooth): up to 20 hours | Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF): up to 46 hours Continuous talk (noise cancelling OFF): up to 41 hours Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON): up to 24 hours Continuous talk (noise cancelling ON): up to 24 hours |
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| Standby Time | - | 81 day | |
| Charging Time | 2 hour(s) | 220 min | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 recharge faster than Microsoft Surface Headphones 2. |
| CONNECTIONS | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 | EPOS I SENNHEISER ADAPT 561 II |
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| Connector Type | Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) USB (USB Type-C) |
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| OTHERS | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 | EPOS I SENNHEISER ADAPT 561 II |
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| Included Accessories | Carrying case | Carrying case, BTD 800 USB-C dongle, USB-C to USB-C cable | |
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| Compatibility | iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Mac, Windows | - | |
| Software Certification | - | Zoom Certified, Certified for Microsoft Teams, Optimised for UC, Optimised for Google Meet | |
| Service & Support | Limited warranty - 1 year | Limited warranty - 2 years |
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