AKG Q701 gaming headset performance benchmarks

In terms of sound quality, the AKG Q701 is one of the best sounding headsets with very clear and crisp sound. The AKG Q701 suffers in terms of outside noise isolation and is not convenient for travel and commution in loud environments. For the sports and fitness enthusiasts,the AKG Q701 is not recommended as it lacks in comfort and stability while doing sports. The AKG Q701 is not suitable for those who want the best convenience and sound experience while watching tv. For gaming, the AKG Q701 is not up to par with other similar headsets. Sound leakage is worse that other competitors. In terms of noise cancelling, the AKG Q701 has underwhelming sound performance and below average noise handling. In terms of recording quality and voice chat usage, the AKG Q701 performs reasonably well against the competition.

AKG Q701 gaming headset performance benchmarks
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Model AKG Q701
Travel-Friendly / Outside Noise Isolation 2.4 / 5.0
Critical Listening / Sound Quality 4.0 / 5.0
Gaming Quality 3.0 / 5.0
Office Environment Sound Isolation 2.7 / 5.0
Comfort and Stability while doing Sports 2.6 / 5.0
Watching TV Sound Experience 3.0 / 5.0
Price $ 199.0
Year 2010
Microphone No
Wireless No
Battery Life 0.0 / 5.0
Ear Breathability 3.4 / 5.0
Comfort 4.0 / 5.0
Controls 0.0 / 5.0
Noise Handling 0.0 / 5.0
Microphone Quality 0.0 / 5.0

Specifications

Q701 Base/Dock

Dock ChargingN/A
Line InN/A
Line OutN/A
Optical InputN/A
PC CompatibleN/A
PS4 CompatibleN/A
Power SupplyN/A
RCA InputN/A
TypeN/A
USB InputN/A
Xbox One CompatibleN/A

Q701 Bass

High-Bass1.02 dB
Low-Bass-4.88 dB
Low-Frequency Extension71.27 Hz
Mid-Bass-1.95 dB
Std. Err.2.64 dB

Q701 Battery

Audio while chargingN/A
Battery LifeN/A
Battery TypeN/A
Charge TimeN/A
Passive PlaybackN/A
Power Saving FeatureN/A

Q701 Bluetooth

Bluetooth VersionN/A
Multi-Device PairingN/A
NFC PairingN/A

Q701 Breathability

Avg.Temp.Difference4.6 C

Q701 Cable

Connection1/4" TRS
DetachableYes
Length9.75 ft

Q701 Case

HN/A
LN/A
TypeNo case
VolumeN/A
WN/A

Q701 Comfort

Clamping Force1.1 lbs
Weight0.7 lbs

Q701 Controls

Additional ButtonsN/A
Call/Music ControlNo
Channel MixingN/A
Ease of useN/A
FeedbackN/A
Microphone ControlN/A
Noise Canceling ControlN/A
Talk-ThroughN/A
Volume ControlNo

Q701 Frequency Response Consistency

Avg. Std. Deviation0.38 dB

Q701 Latency

Default Latency0 ms
aptX LatencyN/A
aptX(LL) LatencyN/A

Q701 Leakage

Overall Leakage @ 1ft59.69 dB

Q701 Mid

High-Mid1.2 dB
Low-Mid1.72 dB
Mid-Mid-0.05 dB
Std. Err.1.7 dB

Q701 Noise Handling

SpNRN/A

Q701 Noise Isolation

Bass0.03 dB
Mid-0.05 dB
Overall Attenuation-4.14 dB
Self-Noise0 dB
Treble-12.22 dB

Q701 Portability

H4.3 "
L8.3 "
Transmitter requiredN/A
Volume253 Cu. Inches
W7.1 "

Q701 Recording Quality

FR Std. Dev.N/A
GainN/A
HFEN/A
LFEN/A
Weighted THDN/A

Q701 Soundstage

Correlated Crosstalk0.0 dB
PRTF Accuracy (Std. Dev.)1.3 dB
PRTF Distance10.47 dB
PRTF Size (Avg.)4.66 dB

Q701 Total Harmonic Distortion

Weighted THD @ 1002.703
Weighted THD @ 900.591

Q701 Treble

High-Treble-1.43 dB
Low-Treble2.46 dB
Mid-Treble4.0 dB
Std. Err.3.44 dB

Q701 Wired

Analog AudioYes
OS CompatibilityNot OS specific
PC CompatibleAudio Only
PS4 CompatibleAudio Only
USB AudioNo
Xbox One CompatibleAudio Only

Q701 Wireless Range

Line of Sight RangeN/A
Obstructed RangeN/A

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Critics Reviews

While the band is a bit unusual, the self-adjusting nature of it makes the AKG Q701 a very comfortable set of cans. Able to fit large and small heads alike, these headphones should be able to accommodate just about anyone. Over time, there isn’t much heat buildup, nor is there any sort of fatigue caused by the weight of the units.
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