Spatial audio was a key strength for movies and TV, though some reviewers found head tracking or accuracy less useful for music.
Pros: Weight comfort, Ear cup swivel/rotation range
Cons: Cable quality, ANC sound impact on audio
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One review said Dolby Atmos playback still had kick despite the lack of noise cancelling.
Pros: Ear cup swivel/rotation range, Multi-platform compatibility
Cons: aptX, Water/sweat resistance rating
Spatial audio is mixed: some enjoy the added space, while others find head tracking rough or the effect thin and distracting.
Pros: Battery, Volume output
Cons: Preset EQ profile quality, Weight comfort
Spatial audio impressions are split: CGMagazine and Tom’s Guide praised it strongly, while Loud & Wireless heard little difference between modes.
Pros: Multipoint connectivity reliability, Battery
Cons: Water/sweat resistance rating, Transparency mode quality
Spatial audio was divisive: some liked the extra space, but others found it unnatural, underwhelming, or below true Atmos-style experiences.
Pros: Volume output, Multipoint connectivity reliability
Cons: Water/sweat resistance rating, Codec support
Spatial audio was mixed: some found it airy or impressively speaker-like, while another recommended turning it off due to quality tradeoffs.
Pros: Sound leakage, Battery
Cons: Sustainability and repairability, Auto on/off reliability
Spatial audio was a clear limitation, with reviewers noting no spatial audio and steering head-tracking seekers toward other brands.
Pros: Award recognition, Battery
Cons: Water/sweat resistance rating, Touch control responsiveness