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5.0 feature score
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4.5 feature score
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4.2 overall score
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Smudge resistance is praised through the fingerprint-free matte finish.
Pros: Instrument separation, Charging
Cons: Xbox compatibility, Water/sweat resistance rating
Smudge resistance was praised in reviews that noted anti-fingerprint handling or resistance on the black finish.
Pros: Weight comfort, Ear cup swivel/rotation range
Cons: Cable quality, ANC sound impact on audio
Smudge resistance was positive, with reviewers noting the matte finish hid fingerprints or resisted slipperiness.
Pros: Maximum volume clarity, Headband adjustability
Cons: Cable quality, Smart Pause performance
Smudge resistance is mixed: one reviewer noticed smudges, while another praised the matte finish for avoiding fingerprints.
Pros: Battery, Volume output
Cons: Preset EQ profile quality, Weight comfort
The off-white finish receives a small positive note for resisting a dirty-looking appearance over time.
Pros: Codec support, aptX
Cons: LDAC, Water/sweat resistance rating
Smudge resistance had limited but positive evidence from the matte finish resisting fingerprints.
Pros: Battery, ANC sound impact on audio
Cons: 3.5mm analog input availability, Treble clarity
Smudge resistance was mixed: matte finishes resisted fingerprints, while soft-touch material showed grease and sweat.
Pros: Sound leakage, Noise isolation (passive)
Cons: Water/sweat resistance rating, Hinge durability
Smudge resistance was mixed, with matte finish resisting fingerprints but the white colorway collecting dirt.
Pros: Weight comfort, Charging
Cons: Water/sweat resistance rating, Wear detection performance
Reviewer evidence was mostly critical of smudge resistance, emphasizing limitations rather than a reliable strength.
Pros: Volume output, Active noise cancellation
Cons: Water/sweat resistance rating, USB-C
Smudge resistance is a downside because glossy accents pick up fingerprints and dust.
Pros: Award recognition, ANC sound impact on audio
Cons: Water/sweat resistance rating, LE Audio readiness
Smudge resistance was a weakness because the finish visibly picked up oil even if it wiped off easily.
Pros: Smart Pause performance, App
Cons: Wear detection performance, Wear detection auto-pause
Smudge resistance is mixed to weak: CGMagazine saw fingerprint buildup, while another reviewer found fingerprints easy to wipe away.
Pros: Multipoint connectivity reliability, Battery
Cons: Water/sweat resistance rating, Transparency mode quality
Smudge resistance was a weakness on the black finish, which was described as more susceptible to marks and smudges.
Pros: Smart Pause performance, Wear detection performance
Cons: Water/sweat resistance rating, Wind noise handling
Smudge resistance was weak on darker colors, which reviewers said showed fingerprints easily.
Pros: Audio-video sync accuracy, Android compatibility
Cons: Water/sweat resistance rating, Auto-play/wear detection
Smudge resistance was weak, with reviewers complaining that the darker finishes show finger grease and smudge badly.
Pros: Smart Pause performance, Award recognition
Cons: Cable quality, USB-C
Smudge or dust resistance is poor in the one review that said the buttons attract dust.
Pros: Stability, Bluetooth
Cons: Smudge resistance, Smart Pause performance