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Microsoft Surface Headphones Review | 93 Data compared

Avg. price: ~£180
Form factor: over-ear
Connectivity: wireless
Battery life: 15 hours
Active noise cancellation (ANC): yes

Microsoft Surface Headphones review. Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among headphones and if it is worth buying.

7.9

Very good

7.6

Very good

9.0

Exceptional

6.8
Gaming
Score components:
35.0%
9.0
Audio latency
25.0%
1.0
Low-latency game mode
20.0%
10
Can be used as a headset
12.0%
10
Noise-canceling microphone
8.0%
2.2
Battery life
6.9
Travel
Score components:
28.0%
10
Active noise cancellation (ANC)
24.0%
2.2
Battery life
18.0%
3.4
Weight
16.0%
10
Multipoint support
14.0%
10
Ambient sound mode
8.8
Calls
Score components:
28.0%
10
Noise-canceling microphone
24.0%
10
Can be used as a headset
18.0%
10
Multipoint support
16.0%
2.2
Battery life
14.0%
10
Companion app
3.6
Workout
Score components:
28.0%
3.4
Weight
24.0%
1.0
Water resistance
20.0%
4.0
IP rating
16.0%
2.2
Battery life
12.0%
10
Can be used as a headset

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#119 in Best Noise Cancelling Over Ear Headphones
#126 in Best Wireless Headphones
#127 in Best Noise Cancelling Headphones
#127 in Best Headphones with Mic

Verdict

The Microsoft Surface Headphones are premium over-ear wireless cans featuring 40mm Free Edge drivers that deliver a 20Hz – 20kHz frequency response and up to 115 dB sound pressure level. Key characteristics include unique on-ear rotating dials for intuitive volume and 13-level active noise cancellation (ANC) adjustment, alongside touch sensors and auto-pause wear detection. Main pros consist of exceptional all-day comfort with breathable ear pads, seamless multi-point Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity, and 'Omnisonic' sound quality optimized for productivity and calls. However, they are noted for a relatively short battery life of up to 18.5–20 hours compared to rivals, a non-foldable bulky design, and a lack of AAC codec support for high-quality audio on Apple devices.

Technical Specifications of Microsoft Surface Headphones

Overall score

7.9

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Popularity

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.

Sound

8.6

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Active noise cancellation (ANC)

What it is: Reduces background noise using active technology

When it matters: When blocking office, travel, or aircraft noise is a priority.

Importance: HIGH

Driver type

What it is: Type of speaker driver technology used

When it matters: When the underlying sound character and driver technology matter to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

dynamic

Driver size

What it is: Diameter of the speaker driver unit

When it matters: When you want extra hardware context behind how the headphones may handle bass weight, scale, or overall presentation.

Importance: MEDIUM

Number of drivers

What it is: Total number of speaker drivers per earcup

When it matters: When multi-driver designs are part of your buying criteria.

Importance: LOW

Lowest frequency

What it is: Lowest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce

When it matters: When deeper bass extension matters for your music or movie listening.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=10 Hz

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Calls & Controls

8.7

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Noise-canceling microphone

What it is: Built-in microphone reduces background noise during calls

When it matters: When you take calls in busy spaces and want your voice to stay clearer.

Importance: MEDIUM

Can be used as a headset

What it is: Shows whether the headphones can handle voice chat and calls in addition to normal audio playback.

When it matters: When one pair needs to cover music, calls, meetings, and gaming chat.

Importance: MEDIUM

Number of microphones

What it is: Total number of built-in microphones

When it matters: When call pickup quality and beamforming support matter to you.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=2

Boom microphone

What it is: Includes detachable boom microphone for voice clarity

When it matters: When you need stronger voice clarity for gaming, streaming, or work calls.

Importance: LOW

Microphone SNR

What it is: Signal-to-noise ratio of the microphone

When it matters: When call clarity matters and you want your voice picked up more cleanly instead of buried in background hiss.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >80 dB

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Connectivity

5.4

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Connectivity

What it is: Available connection methods (wired, wireless, Bluetooth, etc.)

When it matters: When the headphones need to match how you listen across wired and wireless devices.

Importance: HIGH

Bluetooth version

What it is: Version of Bluetooth technology supported

When it matters: When wireless stability, efficiency, and feature support matter more than treating Bluetooth as a box-check spec.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5.0

Maximum Bluetooth range

What it is: Maximum wireless operating distance from source device

When it matters: When you move around rooms and want fewer dropouts from your source device.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=10 m

Audio latency

What it is: Delay between audio and video in wireless mode

When it matters: When you watch video or play games and need sound to stay in sync.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <60 ms

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Multipoint support

What it is: Supports simultaneous connections to multiple devices

When it matters: When you switch often between a phone and a laptop during the day.

Importance: MEDIUM

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Features

7.3

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Ambient sound mode

What it is: Allows external sounds to pass through for awareness

When it matters: When you need to stay aware of traffic, voices, or announcements.

Importance: MEDIUM

EQ support

What it is: Allows customization of sound profile via equalizer

When it matters: When the stock tuning is not enough and you want to shape bass, mids, or treble to match your taste.

Importance: MEDIUM

Companion app

What it is: Dedicated mobile app for customization and updates

When it matters: When software customization, updates, and extra controls matter.

Importance: MEDIUM

Adjustable ANC levels

What it is: Allows adjustment of noise cancellation intensity levels

When it matters: When you move between quiet rooms, offices, streets, and public transport and do not want one ANC setting for every situation.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=4

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Voice assistant support

What it is: Compatible with voice assistants like Siri, Alexa, or Google Assistant

When it matters: When hands-free control is part of your daily routine.

Importance: LOW

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Battery

5.5

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Battery life

What it is: Playback time on a single charge

When it matters: When you commute, travel, or work long shifts and do not want charging breaks to interrupt listening.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >45 hours

Battery life with ANC

What it is: Playback time with active noise cancellation enabled

When it matters: When you plan to keep noise cancellation on for most of the day.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >40 hours

Charging time

What it is: Time required for a full battery charge

When it matters: When you often need the headphones ready again after short breaks.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=2 hours

Quick charge

What it is: Provides quick playback time with short charging period

When it matters: When a short top-up needs to deliver useful playback before you leave.

Importance: MEDIUM

Battery capacity

What it is: Total energy storage of the internal battery

When it matters: When you are estimating how much battery headroom the design may have before relying only on the official runtime claim.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=720 mAh

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Design

6.3

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Brand name

What it is: The manufacturer or brand of the product.

When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

Importance: MEDIUM

Microsoft

Form factor

What it is: Overall design type of the headphones (over-ear, on-ear, in-ear, etc.)

When it matters: When comfort, portability, and isolation depend on the overall headphone style.

Importance: HIGH

over-ear

Weight

What it is: Total weight of the headphones

When it matters: When long listening sessions make wearing comfort more important.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <150 g

Acoustic design

What it is: Type of acoustic design (open-back, closed-back, semi-open)

When it matters: When you need the right balance of isolation, leakage, and soundstage.

Importance: HIGH

closed-back

Clamp force

What it is: Amount of clamping pressure applied to the head

When it matters: When comfort and fit security matter during long sessions.

Importance: MEDIUM

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Microsoft Surface Headphones vs the average headphone

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Active noise cancellation
Microsoft Surface Headphones supports active noise cancellation, the average headphone does not. 27.4% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
What it is: Reduces background noise using active technology
When it matters: When blocking office, travel, or aircraft noise is a priority.
Importance: HIGH
Microsoft Surface Headphones supports active noise cancellation, the average headphone does not. 27.4% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
EQ customization
Microsoft Surface Headphones supports EQ customization, the average headphone does not. 23.3% of headphones support EQ.
What it is: Allows customization of sound profile via equalizer
When it matters: When the stock tuning is not enough and you want to shape bass, mids, or treble to match your taste.
Importance: MEDIUM
Microsoft Surface Headphones supports EQ customization, the average headphone does not. 23.3% of headphones support EQ.
Spatial audio support
Microsoft Surface Headphones supports spatial audio, the average headphone does not. 30.7% of headphones support spatial audio.
What it is: Supports immersive surround sound playback
When it matters: When movies, games, and immersive mixes are part of your listening.
Importance: MEDIUM
Microsoft Surface Headphones supports spatial audio, the average headphone does not. 30.7% of headphones support spatial audio.
13 dB/mW higher sensitivity
Microsoft Surface Headphones has a higher sensitivity than the average headphone (115 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
What it is: Sound pressure output level per unit of input power
When it matters: When you plan to use weaker sources like phones, handhelds, or entry-level dongles and still want enough volume.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: >=106 dB/mW
Microsoft Surface Headphones has a higher sensitivity than the average headphone (115 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.115 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
More flexible connectivity
Microsoft Surface Headphones offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.
supports both wireless and wired connectivity.
What it is: Available connection methods (wired, wireless, Bluetooth, etc.)
When it matters: When the headphones need to match how you listen across wired and wireless devices.
Importance: HIGH
Microsoft Surface Headphones offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.wireless vs wired
Clear call microphone
Microsoft Surface Headphones offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
What it is: Built-in microphone reduces background noise during calls
When it matters: When you take calls in busy spaces and want your voice to stay clearer.
Importance: MEDIUM
Microsoft Surface Headphones offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
On-device controls
Microsoft Surface Headphones includes on-device controls, the average headphone does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
What it is: Physical controls available directly on headphones
When it matters: When you need playback, volume, or call controls to be easy to reach without pulling out your phone.
Importance: MEDIUM
Microsoft Surface Headphones includes on-device controls, the average headphone does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
7 more microphones
Microsoft Surface Headphones has more microphones than the average headphone (8 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.
What it is: Total number of built-in microphones
When it matters: When call pickup quality and beamforming support matter to you.
Importance: LOW
Good value: >=2
Microsoft Surface Headphones has more microphones than the average headphone (8 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.8 vs 1
12 mm more spacious earcup width
Microsoft Surface Headphones offers more spacious earcup width than the average headphone (55 mm vs 43 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup width of 43 mm.
Active noise cancellation
Microsoft Surface Headphones supports active noise cancellation, the average headphone does not. 27.4% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
Spatial audio support
Microsoft Surface Headphones supports spatial audio, the average headphone does not. 30.7% of headphones support spatial audio.
13 dB/mW higher sensitivity
Microsoft Surface Headphones has a higher sensitivity than the average headphone (115 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
12 dB SPL higher sound pressure level
Microsoft Surface Headphones has a higher sound pressure level than the average headphone (115 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL). The average headphones reach a sound pressure level of 103 dB SPL.
USB-C charging
Microsoft Surface Headphones uses USB-C charging, the average headphone does not. 29.4% of headphones use USB Type-C.
Rechargeable battery
Microsoft Surface Headphones has a rechargeable battery, the average headphone does not. 47.9% of headphones have a rechargeable battery.
Play while charging
Microsoft Surface Headphones can play while charging, the average headphone cannot. 55.9% of headphones support play while charging.
More flexible connectivity
Microsoft Surface Headphones offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.
Clear call microphone
Microsoft Surface Headphones offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
On-device controls
Microsoft Surface Headphones includes on-device controls, the average headphone does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
7 more microphones
Microsoft Surface Headphones has more microphones than the average headphone (8 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.
Wind noise reduction
Microsoft Surface Headphones reduces wind noise, the average headphone does not. 34.1% of headphones support wind noise reduction.
Sidetone support
Microsoft Surface Headphones supports sidetone, the average headphone does not. 29.7% of headphones support sidetone.
Quick mic mute
Microsoft Surface Headphones includes a quick mic mute, the average headphone does not. 33.5% of headphones support a mute function.
EQ customization
Microsoft Surface Headphones supports EQ customization, the average headphone does not. 23.3% of headphones support EQ.

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33% higher weight
Microsoft Surface Headphones is heavier than the average headphone (290 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
Tangle-prone cable
Microsoft Surface Headphones uses a tangle-prone cable, while the average headphone is easier to manage. 64.2% of headphones use a tangle-free cable.
2 Hz weaker bass extension
Microsoft Surface Headphones has a higher lowest frequency than the average headphone (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
No neodymium magnet
Microsoft Surface Headphones does not use neodymium magnets, the average headphone does. 77.4% of headphones use neodymium magnets.
15 hours shorter ANC battery life
Microsoft Surface Headphones has a lower battery life with ANC than the average headphone (15 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life with ANC of 30 hours.
15 hours shorter battery life
Microsoft Surface Headphones has a lower battery life than the average headphone (15 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.
25% lower battery capacity
Microsoft Surface Headphones has a lower battery capacity than the average headphone (450 mAh vs 600 mAh). The average headphones have a battery capacity of 600 mAh.
33% higher weight
Microsoft Surface Headphones is heavier than the average headphone (290 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
What it is: Total weight of the headphones
When it matters: When long listening sessions make wearing comfort more important.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: <150 g
Microsoft Surface Headphones is heavier than the average headphone (290 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.290 g vs 218 g
15 hours shorter ANC battery life
Microsoft Surface Headphones has a lower battery life with ANC than the average headphone (15 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life with ANC of 30 hours.
What it is: Playback time with active noise cancellation enabled
When it matters: When you plan to keep noise cancellation on for most of the day.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: >40 hours
Microsoft Surface Headphones has a lower battery life with ANC than the average headphone (15 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life with ANC of 30 hours.15 hours vs 30 hours
15 hours shorter battery life
Microsoft Surface Headphones has a lower battery life than the average headphone (15 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.
What it is: Playback time on a single charge
When it matters: When you commute, travel, or work long shifts and do not want charging breaks to interrupt listening.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: >45 hours
Microsoft Surface Headphones has a lower battery life than the average headphone (15 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.15 hours vs 30 hours
2 Hz weaker bass extension
Microsoft Surface Headphones has a higher lowest frequency than the average headphone (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
What it is: Lowest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce
When it matters: When deeper bass extension matters for your music or movie listening.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: <=10 Hz
Microsoft Surface Headphones has a higher lowest frequency than the average headphone (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.20 Hz vs 18 Hz
Tangle-prone cable
Microsoft Surface Headphones uses a tangle-prone cable, while the average headphone is easier to manage. 64.2% of headphones use a tangle-free cable.
What it is: Cable designed to resist tangling
When it matters: When you often carry wired headphones in a bag or pocket.
Importance: LOW
Microsoft Surface Headphones uses a tangle-prone cable, while the average headphone is easier to manage. 64.2% of headphones use a tangle-free cable.
25% lower battery capacity
Microsoft Surface Headphones has a lower battery capacity than the average headphone (450 mAh vs 600 mAh). The average headphones have a battery capacity of 600 mAh.
What it is: Total energy storage of the internal battery
When it matters: When you are estimating how much battery headroom the design may have before relying only on the official runtime claim.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: >=720 mAh
Microsoft Surface Headphones has a lower battery capacity than the average headphone (450 mAh vs 600 mAh). The average headphones have a battery capacity of 600 mAh.450 mAh vs 600 mAh
No neodymium magnet
Microsoft Surface Headphones does not use neodymium magnets, the average headphone does. 77.4% of headphones use neodymium magnets.
What it is: Uses neodymium magnets for stronger, clearer sound
When it matters: When driver construction details are part of how you compare sound hardware.
Importance: LOW
Microsoft Surface Headphones does not use neodymium magnets, the average headphone does. 77.4% of headphones use neodymium magnets.
2x more expensive
Microsoft Surface Headphones is more expensive than the average headphone (£180 vs £90).
Microsoft Surface Headphones is more expensive than the average headphone (£180 vs £90).£180 vs £90

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What customers like about Microsoft Surface Headphones?

Innovative and intuitive on-ear rotating dials for volume and 13 levels of active noise cancellation
Highly comfortable design with soft ear cushions suitable for long listening sessions
Premium minimalist aesthetic with a high-quality build and clean platinum finish
Reliable multi-point Bluetooth connectivity allowing seamless switching between two devices
Strong microphone performance ensuring exceptional clarity for voice calls
Automatic play/pause feature when the headphones are taken off or put back on

What customers dislike about Microsoft Surface Headphones?

Battery life of roughly 15 hours is lower than major competitors like Sony or Bose
Sound profile is described as 'warm' and sometimes lacks the clarity or brightness found in rivals
Heavier than competing models, which can be noticeable during active use or walking
The noise cancellation, while effective, does not fully reach the industry-leading standards of its peers
Lack of advanced Bluetooth audio codecs like aptX or LDAC in the first-generation model
Noticeable latency issues during video playback on certain platforms like YouTube

Expert reviews

theguardian.com

13/12/2018

Microsoft Surface Headphones review: close but no cigar

The Microsoft Surface Headphones represent the tech giant’s premium, platinum-grey entry into the noise-cancelling market, specifically targeting established leaders like Bose and Sony. Priced at £329.99, these comfortable headphones feature a distinctive design with large, soft ear cups and a squishy rubber headband, though they are noticeably heavier and bulkier than their main...Read more

noviaworks.co.uk

11/03/2020

Headphone Shootout: Microsoft Surface Headphones vs. Jabra Evolve Range

The Microsoft Surface Headphones are sleek, over-ear wireless headphones praised for their comfortable padded headband, fast pairing, and unique rotary control dials used to easily adjust volume and Active Noise Cancellation (ANC). They feature helpful touch controls, dual-device pairing, an automatic playback pause when removed, and a helpful ambient sound amplification mode....Read more

techcrunch.com

02/10/2018

A close-up and hands-on look at Microsoft's Surface Headphones

The TechCrunch review highlights Microsoft's surprise entry into the premium audio market with the $350 Surface Headphones. Designed to compete directly with established audio brands like Bose, Sony, and Samsung, the device features a light gray aesthetic that mirrors the signature look of the Microsoft Surface hardware line. Built with an ergonomic emphasis, the over-ear headphones...Read more

techradar.com

01/05/2020

Microsoft Surface Headphones review

The Microsoft Surface Headphones are a stylish and impressive first entry into the over-ear audio market, explicitly designed to compete with industry giants like Bose and Sony. Priced at $349.99, these wireless headphones feature a minimalist, "normcore" gray aesthetic and a snug, comfortable fit achieved through memory foam earcups. Their standout functional achievement is the...Read more

mirror.co.uk

27/05/2019

Surface Headphones review: Superb noise cancellation but the competition is tough

The Microsoft Surface Headphones are a solid debut into the over-ear, noise-cancelling market, featuring a comfortable design with a padded headband and soft, plushy cups. They provide an exceptional active noise cancellation system that can be easily adjusted via a rotating dial on the left ear cup, allowing users to completely block ambient noise or amplify it to hear external...Read more

expertreviews.co.uk

12/02/2019

Microsoft Surface Headphones review: All style, little substance

The Microsoft Surface Headphones are a stylish, premium entry into the active noise-cancelling market, featuring a sleek "platinum" design that complements Microsoft’s Surface laptop and tablet lineup. They offer exceptional comfort during long sessions—even for users wearing glasses—thanks to very soft ear pads and a secure clamp force. A major highlight is their highly intuitive...Read more

rtings.com

24/12/2018

Microsoft Surface Wireless Headphones Review

The Microsoft Surface Wireless Headphones offer exceptional comfort, sturdy build quality, and an innovative physical control system featuring intuitive rotating dials for ANC and volume adjustments. They perform well in office environments, providing effective noise cancellation and excellent wireless range, while maintaining functionality via a wired connection when the battery is...Read more

stuff.tv

05/12/2018

Microsoft Surface Headphones review

The Stuff review of the Microsoft Surface Headphones scores the product a 4 out of 5 stars, praising Microsoft’s impressive engineering on its first entry into the premium audio market. The reviewer highlights the headphones' excellent wireless connection tenacity and outstanding 13-step noise-cancellation system which avoids uncomfortable eardrum pressurisation. The design includes...Read more

forbes.com

18/08/2019

Surface Headphones Review: Microsoft's Surprisingly Sweet Entry Into Audio

Ewan Spence's review of the Microsoft Surface Headphones for Forbes praises the device's innovative, intuitive physical dials for volume and noise cancellation control. Commended for its comfortable, premium design and fast USB-C charging, the headset offers a high-quality, balanced listening experience. However, the review notes significant drawbacks, including subpar battery life...Read more

theaureview.com

04/04/2019

Microsoft Surface Headphones Review: Earning a spot in the premium tier

The Microsoft Surface Headphones earn a strong four-out-of-five-star rating by delivering an unexpectedly high-quality entry into the premium audio market. The reviewer praises the design, highlighting its clean aesthetic, plush leather headband cushion, and large, breathable, lightweight ear cups that guarantee all-day comfort without overheating or weighing down the ears. A...Read more

techadvisor.com

12/02/2019

Microsoft Surface Headphones Review: A Grey Area

The Tech Advisor review highlights the Microsoft Surface Headphones as an accomplished and extremely comfortable debut into the audio market, though they face stiff competition at their $349.99 / £329 price point. The standout pros include their exceptional over-ear comfort, driven by plush memory foam ear cups and a perfectly balanced headband grip. Additionally, the reviewer...Read more

wired.com

15/11/2018

Microsoft Surface Headphones Review: Dialed In

The Microsoft Surface Headphones are a premium $350 entry into the wireless audio market, designed with the same distinct gray aesthetic and high-quality build as the company's Surface computers. They deliver high-quality, balanced audio via 40mm drivers and excel in user control through an innovative dual-dial design. The right dial adjusts volume, while the left dial controls 13...Read more

kopfhoerer.de

20/03/2019

Microsoft Surface Headphones review at kopfhoerer.de

The Microsoft Surface Headphones are a stylish, modern matte-grey over-ear debut that delivers a highly comfortable, lightweight fit using plush memory foam padding. They feature an exceptionally intuitive control system, notably using rotatable rings around the ear cups—the right cup smoothly adjusts volume while the left balances the 13-stage active noise-cancelling (ANC) system....Read more

heise.de

23/04/2019

Microsoft Surface Headphones: ANC headphones with a sharp edge

The Heise Bestenlisten review highlights the Microsoft Surface Headphones for their premium build, extreme comfort, and intuitive rotating dial controls for ANC and volume. While excellent at blocking human speech, the device struggles against competitors in low-frequency drone reduction and offers a relatively short 15-hour battery life. Other cons include the lack of high-fidelity...Read more

n-tv.de

18/03/2019

Surface Headphones are unique: Can Microsoft actually make headphones?", "Surface Headphones are special: Does Microsoft know how to make headphones?

The Microsoft Surface Headphones are a well-designed, robust pair of over-ear noise-cancelling headphones that seamlessly blend into the Microsoft hardware ecosystem, though they carry a premium launch price of 380 Euro. Their primary strengths lie in an exceptionally comfortable, close-fitting ergonomic build, stellar build quality, and an innovative, intuitive control scheme...Read more

wort.lu

10/04/2019

Microsoft's Surface Headphones Review - Luxemburger Wort

The Luxemburger Wort review highlights the first-generation Surface Headphones for their intuitive design, specifically praising the physical dials for volume and Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) control, along with excellent comfort and balanced sound. However, the review notes drawbacks, including underperforming ANC compared to competitors, a relatively short 14-hour battery life,...Read more

nextpit.de

15/06/2019

Microsoft Surface Headphones Review: My New Favorite Headphones?", "Testing the Microsoft Surface Headphones: My New Favorite Headphones?

The Microsoft Surface Headphones are a comfortable and stylish pair of light gray, polycarbonate over-ear headphones that feature an innovative and highly intuitive physical control system. The standout feature is the integration of rotating dials on both earcups; the left dial controls the Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) levels, while the right dial smoothly adjusts the volume....Read more

computerbild.de

10/05/2019

Review: Microsoft Surface Headphones – Competition for Bose and Sony?

The Microsoft Surface Headphones mark a solid first entry into the over-ear audio market, offering highly effective, 13-stage adjustable active noise cancellation (ANC). Users can intuitively adjust the ANC levels via a physical dial on the left ear cup rather than using an app, while a similar dial on the right side controls playback volume. Sound quality leans toward a warm,...Read more

chip.de

22/05/2019

Microsoft Surface Headphones Review: Strong Performance

The Microsoft Surface Headphones present a strong debut into the active noise-cancelling market, highlighted by exceptional comfort and an innovative, user-friendly control system. They offer a warm, bass-heavy sound profile that feels rich and comfortable for casual pop and rock listening, though it lacks the high-end clarity and crispness required for complex genres like jazz or...Read more

spiegel.de

21/03/2019

Microsoft Surface Headphones Review: Windows for Your Ears

The Microsoft Surface Headphones offer a unique design with a matte light grey finish and distinct industrial accents, providing a comfortable fit via soft ear cups and a heavily padded headband. A standout feature is the intuitive control scheme, which utilizes rotating dials on the ear cups to smoothly adjust the volume on the right and regulate the Active Noise Cancellation (ANC)...Read more

itmagazine.ch

07/03/2019

Test: Microsoft's Surface Headphones are worth a listen", "Review: Microsoft's Surface Headphones deliver impressive sound

The Microsoft Surface Headphones offer a unique design and robust feature set as the tech giant's first entry into the wireless audio market. Visually, they maintain the product line's signature grey aesthetic, giving them a sleek but slightly bulky appearance that lacks the ability to fold down completely. Despite a weight of 290 grams, the headphones remain very comfortable for...Read more

rtl.fr

15/06/2019

Surface Headphones: should you buy Microsoft's noise-canceling headphones?

Microsoft's Surface Headphones provide a solid first entry into the active noise-canceling market, standing out for their sleek, modern aesthetic and exceptional comfort. The matte light-gray finish delivers a clean look, while the ultra-comfortable ear cup foam makes them ideal for extended listening sessions. Ergonomically, the review highly praises the integration of a physical...Read more

moovely.fr

16/05/2019

Surface Headphones, a surprising mobile headset

The Microsoft Surface Headphones feature a highly futuristic, lightweight, and robust light-gray plastic design that provides exceptional comfort, even for users wearing glasses. The headset weighs 290 grams and introduces highly intuitive physical controls, notably a USB Type-C port for fast charging—delivering one hour of playback from a 5-minute charge—and rotatable dials on each...Read more

frandroid.com

07/12/2019

Microsoft Surface Headphones Review: Our Full Verdict

The Microsoft Surface Headphones are reviewed as an innovative first attempt at premium over-ear audio, praised heavily for their brilliant physical ergonomics but held back by hardware limitations. The standout pros include the dual mechanical rotating dials built into the ear cups; the right dial controls the 15 volume levels while the left adjusts the active noise cancellation...Read more

lesnumeriques.com

18/07/2019

Microsoft Surface Headphones Review: A Headset with Good Ideas that Struggles to Stand Out

The Microsoft Surface Headphones deliver a comfortable experience with a clean, minimalist design and an intuitive digital dial interface, but they ultimately struggle to stand out in a highly competitive market. On the positive side, the headphones feature an exceptionally effective active noise cancellation (ANC) system specifically optimized to filter out human voices and...Read more

audioduvillage.fr

08/05/2019

Surface Headphones review: Microsoft's headphones

Overview of Microsoft Surface Headphones The Microsoft Surface Headphones represent an impressive first entry into the premium active noise-cancelling (ANC) market, combining a highly successful minimal aesthetic with an intuitive control scheme. One of the standout features of the device is its ergonomic controls, which feature rotatable dials on each ear cup to seamlessly adjust...Read more

on-mag.fr

05/10/2019

Microsoft Surface Headphones Review: An Impressive First Attempt with Room for Improvement

The Microsoft Surface Headphones represent an ambitious but flawed entry into the premium active noise-canceling (ANC) market, specifically tailored to the Windows ecosystem. On the positive side, the headphones feature an exceptionally intuitive control system consisting of physical rotating dials on both earcups—the right for volume and the left for adjusting the highly effective...Read more

digitec.ch

07/03/2019

Surface Headphones: Too Expensive?", "Surface Headphones: Overpriced?

The Microsoft Surface Headphones are praised for their excellent sound quality, high comfort, effective ANC, and intuitive, large dial controls, making them a capable, premium-feeling device. However, the headphones are considered overly expensive for their market, plagued by a bulky, non-folding design and lack of modern features like auto-pause, resulting in a poor value...Read more

smartworld.it

19/03/2019

Microsoft Surface Headphones Review: The headphones you don't expect

The Microsoft Surface Headphones are lauded for their elegant, minimalist design, exceptional comfort, and intuitive physical rotating dials for controlling volume and 13 levels of active noise cancellation (ANC). The headset features a warm sound signature with punchy bass, fast USB-C charging, and clear call quality via beamforming microphones. However, the review notes drawbacks,...Read more

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