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4.5 feature score

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2.1 feature score

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4.5

7 reviews

USB-C audio is one of the clearest feature upgrades, praised for lossless listening and practical wired use.

Pros: Award recognition, ANC sound impact on audio

Cons: Water/sweat resistance rating, LE Audio readiness

2.1

6 reviews

USB-C was a recurring weakness because reviewers repeatedly noted the port is for charging and not digital wired audio playback.

Pros: Volume output, Active noise cancellation

Cons: Water/sweat resistance rating, USB-C

2.0

1 review

USB-C was a limitation in SoundGuys’ review because the port does not support USB-C audio.

Pros: Multipoint connectivity reliability, Software/setup simplicity

Cons: LE Audio readiness, Smart Pause performance

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