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Creative Aurvana Live 2 Review | 93 Data compared

Avg. price:~£60Form factor:over-earConnectivity:wiredBattery life:N/A hoursActive noise cancellation (ANC):no

Creative Aurvana Live 2 Review: Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Headphones category and whether it is worth buying.

Creative Aurvana Live 2
5.8/10

Overall score

Score
5.8/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the headphones' quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best headphones on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
Score components

80%

5.6

Technical score

20%

6.7

User score

â–¼Worse than 72% of headphones
7.1

Value for money

Value for money
7.1/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the headphones' overall rating with their cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for headphones that offer a strong balance of performance, features, and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
Score components

70%

5.8

Overall score

30%

10

Price

â–¼Worse than 67%
5.6

Technical score

Technical score
5.6/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Headphones category across these key areas: Sound, Calls & Controls, Connectivity, Features, Battery, Design.
When it matters
When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
Score components

52%

6.1

Sound

20%

4.4

Features

10%

6.7

Design

8%

4.6

Connectivity

6%

4.0

Battery

4%

6.4

Calls & Controls

â–¼Worse than 67%
6.7

User score

User score
6.7/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.
When it matters
When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
Score components

70%

6.9

User ratings

30%

6.2

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–¼Worse than 91%
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Technical Specifications of pair of headphones Creative Aurvana Live 2

Technical score
Technical score
5.6/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Headphones category across these key areas: Sound, Calls & Controls, Connectivity, Features, Battery, Design.
When it matters
When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
Score components:

52%

6.1

Sound

20%

4.4

Features

10%

6.7

Design

8%

4.6

Connectivity

6%

4.0

Battery

4%

6.4

Calls & Controls

5.6
User score
User score
6.7/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.
When it matters
When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
Score components

70%

6.9

User ratings

30%

6.2

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
6.7
Popularity
Popularity
6.2/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the headphones.
When it matters
When you prefer headphones that have already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 54% of models
Popularity:
Creative Aurvana Live 2 has a popularity score of 6.2 points, which is higher than that of 53.5% of products in this category.
6.2
Value for money
Value for money
7.1/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the headphones' overall rating with their cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for headphones that offer a strong balance of performance, features, and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
Score components:

70%

5.8

Overall score

30%

10

Price

7.1
Active noise cancellation (ANC)
no
This pair of headphones does not support active noise cancellation. 27.5% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
Driver type
dynamic
Driver size
40 mm
Market range: <10 mm – >50 mm
This pair of headphones uses a driver size of 40 mm, larger driver size than 28.6% of headphones and equal to 53.3% of headphones.
Number of drivers
1
Market range: <1 – >4
This pair of headphones uses 1 drivers, fewer drivers than 4% of headphones and equal to 96% of headphones.
Lowest frequency
10 Hz
Market range: <5 Hz – >20 Hz
This pair of headphones reaches a lowest frequency of 10 Hz, lower lowest frequency than 67.2% of headphones and equal to 12.6% of headphones.
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Noise-canceling microphone
no
This pair of headphones does not support a noise-canceling microphone. 39% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
Can be used as a headset
yes
This pair of headphones is headset-ready, 84.8% is not. 15.2% of headphones can be used as headsets.
Number of microphones
1
Market range: <0 – >4
This pair of headphones has 1 microphones, more microphones than 26.9% of headphones and equal to 50.9% of headphones.
Boom microphone
no
This pair of headphones does not include a boom microphone. 13.5% of headphones have a boom microphone.
Microphone SNR
?
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Connectivity
wired
This pair of headphones supports wired connectivity, less flexible connectivity than 49.2% of headphones and equal to 50.8% of headphones.
Bluetooth version
N/A
Maximum Bluetooth range
N/A
Audio latency
N/A
Multipoint support
no
This pair of headphones does not support multipoint. 30.6% of headphones support multipoint.
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Ambient sound mode
no
This pair of headphones does not offer ambient sound mode. 24.9% of headphones support ambient sound mode.
EQ support
no
This pair of headphones does not support EQ customization. 23.2% of headphones support EQ.
Companion app
no
This pair of headphones does not work with a companion app. 21.6% of headphones support companion apps.
Adjustable ANC levels
N/A
Voice assistant support
yes
This pair of headphones supports voice assistants. 39.2% of headphones support voice assistants.
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Battery life
N/A
Battery life with ANC
N/A
Charging time
N/A
Quick charge
no
This pair of headphones does not support quick charging. 33.1% of headphones support quick charge.
Battery capacity
N/A
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Brand name
Creative
Form factor
over-ear
Weight
255 g
Market range: <14 g – >340 g
This pair of headphones weighs 255 g, heavier than 64.2% of headphones and equal to 0.6% of headphones.
Acoustic design
closed-back
Clamp force
3.5
Market range: <2.5 – >6.1
This pair of headphones has a clamp force of 3.5, lower clamp force than 68.4% of headphones and equal to 5.3% of headphones.
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Creative Aurvana Live 2 vs the average pair of headphones

246810TotalDesignSoundBatteryConnectivityCalls & ControlsFeatures
  • 8 Hz lower bass extension
    This pair of headphones has a lower lowest frequency than the average pair of headphones (10 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
    10 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • Direct 3.5 mm plug
    This pair of headphones includes a direct 3.5 mm plug, the average pair of headphones does not. 39.8% of headphones have a 3.5 mm male connector.
  • 10,000 Hz higher treble extension
    This pair of headphones has a higher highest frequency than the average pair of headphones (30,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.
    30,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz
  • In-line controls
    This pair of headphones includes in-line controls, the average pair of headphones does not. 36.6% of headphones support in-line controls.
  • Quick mic mute
    This pair of headphones includes a quick mic mute, the average pair of headphones does not. 29.3% of headphones support a mute function.
  • 3 dB/mW higher sensitivity
    This pair of headphones has a higher sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (105 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
    105 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • 13x higher input power handling
    This pair of headphones has a higher max input power than the average pair of headphones (1,300 mW vs 100 mW). The average headphones handle max input power of 100 mW.
    1,300 mW vs 100 mW
  • 0.8 lower clamp force
    This pair of headphones has a lower clamp force than the average pair of headphones (3.5 vs 4.3). The average headphones have a clamp force of 4.3.
    3.5 vs 4.3
  • 0.8 lower clamp force
    This pair of headphones has a lower clamp force than the average pair of headphones (3.5 vs 4.3). The average headphones have a clamp force of 4.3.
    3.5 vs 4.3
  • 7 mm more spacious earcup width
    This pair of headphones offers more spacious earcup width than the average pair of headphones (51 mm vs 44 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup width of 44 mm.
    51 mm vs 44 mm
  • 8 Hz lower bass extension
    This pair of headphones has a lower lowest frequency than the average pair of headphones (10 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
    10 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • 10,000 Hz higher treble extension
    This pair of headphones has a higher highest frequency than the average pair of headphones (30,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.
    30,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz
  • 3 dB/mW higher sensitivity
    This pair of headphones has a higher sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (105 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
    105 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • 13x higher input power handling
    This pair of headphones has a higher max input power than the average pair of headphones (1,300 mW vs 100 mW). The average headphones handle max input power of 100 mW.
    1,300 mW vs 100 mW
  • 20 dB higher max SPL
    This pair of headphones has a higher max SPL than the average pair of headphones (130 dB vs 110 dB). The average headphones reach a max SPL of 110 dB.
    130 dB vs 110 dB
  • Direct 3.5 mm plug
    This pair of headphones includes a direct 3.5 mm plug, the average pair of headphones does not. 39.8% of headphones have a 3.5 mm male connector.
  • In-line controls
    This pair of headphones includes in-line controls, the average pair of headphones does not. 36.6% of headphones support in-line controls.
  • Quick mic mute
    This pair of headphones includes a quick mic mute, the average pair of headphones does not. 29.3% of headphones support a mute function.
  • 7.7 % higher distortion
    This pair of headphones has a higher total harmonic distortion than the average pair of headphones (8 % vs 0.3 %). The average headphones have total harmonic distortion of 0.3 %.
    8 % vs 0.3 %
  • 17% higher weight
    This pair of headphones is heavier than the average pair of headphones (255 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    255 g vs 218 g
  • 9 mm tighter earcup height
    This pair of headphones has tighter earcup height than the average pair of headphones (51 mm vs 60 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup height of 60 mm.
    51 mm vs 60 mm
  • No battery indicator
    This pair of headphones does not show battery level clearly, while the average pair of headphones does. 56.3% of headphones have a battery level indicator.
  • 19.3% lower user score
    User score
    6.7/ 10
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    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.
    When it matters
    When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.
    Score distribution
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    Creative Aurvana Live 2
    the average pair of headphones
    Creative Aurvana Live 2 has a lower user score than the average pair of headphones (6.71 vs 8).
    6.71 vs 8
  • 2.6% worse value for money
    Creative Aurvana Live 2 has worse value for money than the average pair of headphones (7.08 vs 7.3).
    7.08 vs 7.27
  • 19.3% lower user score
    User score
    6.7/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.
    When it matters
    When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Creative Aurvana Live 2
    the average pair of headphones
    Creative Aurvana Live 2 has a lower user score than the average pair of headphones (6.71 vs 8).
    6.71 vs 8
  • 2.6% worse value for money
    Creative Aurvana Live 2 has worse value for money than the average pair of headphones (7.08 vs 7.3).
    7.08 vs 7.27
  • 17% higher weight
    This pair of headphones is heavier than the average pair of headphones (255 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    255 g vs 218 g
  • 9 mm tighter earcup height
    This pair of headphones has tighter earcup height than the average pair of headphones (51 mm vs 60 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup height of 60 mm.
    51 mm vs 60 mm
  • 7.7 % higher distortion
    This pair of headphones has a higher total harmonic distortion than the average pair of headphones (8 % vs 0.3 %). The average headphones have total harmonic distortion of 0.3 %.
    8 % vs 0.3 %
  • No battery indicator
    This pair of headphones does not show battery level clearly, while the average pair of headphones does. 56.3% of headphones have a battery level indicator.

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

9.0
the Honest Audiophile
≈ estimated
08/01/2021
Gaming and music tests · mic check and comparison
Verdict
Creative Aurvana Live 2 is a solid, affordable gaming headphone for mixed use, though not for critical music listening.
9.0
GeekaWhat
≈ estimated
25/02/2016
Hands-on review · several days of daily use
Verdict
Creative Aurvana Live 2 is strongly recommended for its premium build, comfort and sound, with only minor drawbacks.
9.0
TopTenGamer
≈ estimated
16/11/2014
Unboxing and short review · two weeks of wear
Verdict
Creative Aurvana Live 2 is a comfortable, lightweight headset with good bass and an excellent pick for its price.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

theheadphonelist.com
19/02/2014
Detailed review · Bass-heavy headphones
Verdict
The Creative Aurvana Live! 2 is a warm, bassy closed headphone that is very light and comfortable for hours, but it isolates poorly in noisy places.
pcmag.com
13/01/2015
Hands-on review · Over-ear headphones
Verdict
The Creative Aurvana Live!2 is a comfortable, clean-sounding over-ear pair with rich bass, but its dialed-back highs make it less crisp than rivals.
headmania.org
09/02/2014
Hands-on review · Cable swap test
Verdict
The Creative Aurvana Live!2 is a comfortable, detailed upgrade over the first model, with better soundstage and bass, though its stock cable and recessed upper mids hold it back.
life2go.net
16/02/2019
Personal review · Long-term impressions
Verdict
The Creative Aurvana Live!2 is a light, fairly neutral closed pair that sounds clearer than a pricier Denon, though its small earcups and warm pads are drawbacks.
cnet.com
13/01/2015
Hands-on review · Value over-ears
Verdict
The Creative Aurvana Live!2 is a very comfortable, good-sounding over-ear pair for the money, though its build looks plasticky and its bass can be boomy.
musicphotolife.com
30/06/2014
Comparison review · Bass-led over-ears
Verdict
The Creative Aurvana Live!2 is a spacious, bass-heavy over-ear that suits modern music and offers good value, though its plastic build and isolation are weak.
au.pcmag.com
13/01/2015
Track listening test · Over-ear headphones
Verdict
The Creative Aurvana Live!2 suits listeners who want clean, rounded bass in a comfortable pair, though its treble lacks crispness next to rivals.
areadvd.de
14/03/2014
Hands-on test · Closed over-ears
Verdict
The Creative Aurvana Live!2 is a well-built, comfortable headphone with controlled bass and good sound across genres, though its soundstage lacks spaciousness.
newgadgets.de
21/06/2014
Design review · Over-ear headphones
Verdict
The Creative Aurvana Live!2 is a well-built over-ear headphone in a red or black finish, though its plastic look and folding ear cups are compromises.
hardzone.es
31/12/2020
Hands-on test · Urban wired headphones
Verdict
The Creative Aurvana Live!2 is a wired urban headphone with powerful, precise sound and strong noise blocking, though it gets hot and sweaty in summer and has no Bluetooth.
stereo-head.it
07/03/2014
Hands-on test · Portable over-ears
Verdict
The Creative Aurvana Live!2 is a well-built, very comfortable portable pair with deep bass and good value, but its recessed mids and four-pole plug limit amplifier use.
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tweakers.net
10/06/2020
Summary of the review
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Third-party reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
Reviews last updated: November 2026 · How we calculate this

What customers like about Creative Aurvana Live 2

  • Punchy and impactful bass performance that is satisfying without being overwhelming
  • Exceptional wearing comfort for long sessions due to soft ear pads and a lightweight design
  • Great soundstage and instrument separation for a closed-back headphone
  • Rich and natural-sounding mid-range, making it suitable for vocals and a variety of music genres
  • Detachable, tangle-resistant flat cable with an integrated microphone and remote
  • Easy to drive even with low-power mobile devices like smartphones

What customers don't like about Creative Aurvana Live 2

  • Mixed reviews on build quality; some users reported flimsy plastic parts and breakage at the hinges
  • Proprietary 2.5mm jack on the headphone end limits third-party cable replacement options
  • Below-average passive noise isolation for a closed-back design, which may not be ideal for loud environments
  • Non-breathable pleather ear pads can cause ears to get warm and sweaty during extended use
  • V-shaped sound signature may feel too 'colored' or 'fun' for users seeking strict audiophile neutrality
  • Inline volume control can negatively impact sound purity if adjusted below 75%

Verdict

The Creative Aurvana Live! 2 is a closed-back, over-ear headphone featuring 40mm Neodymium drivers with composite bio-cellulose diaphragms designed for a wide frequency response of 10Hz to 30kHz. Key characteristics include a lightweight 255g design, high sensitivity of 105dB/mW, and a 32-ohm impedance that makes it easy to drive from mobile devices. Its main pros are the exceptional long-term comfort provided by protein faux leather memory foam pads, a warm and impactful bass-oriented sound signature, and a detachable flat tangle-free cable with an inline microphone and volume slider. However, common cons include a somewhat fragile plastic construction prone to hinge failure, a non-standard 2.5mm to 3.5mm proprietary cable connection, and a sound profile that some users find slightly recessed in the upper mid-range or 'boomy' in the low end.

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