Beyerdynamic Aventho 100
Beyerdynamic
89 Overall Score
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Skullcandy Icon ANC
Skullcandy
76 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Beyerdynamic Aventho 100
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Skullcandy Icon ANC
82 out of 100 low confidence 8 reviews
These Skullcandy Icon ANC headphones are praised for their long battery life, comfort, and durability. Users love the lightweight design and clear sound, though some wish the noise cancellation and maximum volume were stronger. Overall, they are seen as a great value for the price, especially for travel and daily use.
Pros
- Long battery life
- Comfortable for extended wear
- Lightweight and portable design
- Clear sound quality
- Durable build
Cons
- Noise cancellation could be better
- Maximum volume not loud enough
- Ear pads may cause discomfort after hours
Battery life 6
Comfort 5
Sound quality 5
Noise cancellation 5
Build quality 4
Volume level 1
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Specifications
| Beyerdynamic Aventho 100 | Skullcandy Icon ANC | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | on-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.22 kg★ | 0.23 kg |
| Ear Cushion | replaceable ear pads | — |
| Headband | aluminum and durable textiles | metal |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 45 mm★ | 40 mm |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz | 20 Hz |
| Freq Max | 22 kHz★ | 20 kHz |
| Impedance | 48 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 97.5 dB★ |
| Max SPL | — | 97.5 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive, aptX LL, SBC | Skullcandy Icon ANC Wireless On-Ear Bluetooth Headphones, Active Noise Cancelling, Up to 60 Hours Battery, Sweat Water Resistant, Foldable and Durable, Microphone for iPhone Android - True Black |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | Adaptive | adjustable |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | 5.3 |
| Profiles | AVDTP 1.3, HFP 1.9, GAVDP 1.3, SPP 1.2, A2DP 1.4, AVRCP 1.6 | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Range | 15 m★ | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 60 hrs | 60 hrs |
| Charge Time | 1.5 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 15-minute charge for up to 15 hours of listening time | 10 Minutes for 4 Hours |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Capacity | 630 mAh★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 2★ | 1 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | — |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Google Fast Pair | voice assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | ✗ |
| App | beyerdynamic app | Mimi |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | — |
| Water Resistance | — | IPX4 |
Pros & Cons
Beyerdynamic Aventho 100
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong sound (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong build (94th percentile)94th %ile
Skullcandy Icon ANC
- Strong build (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong battery (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong anc (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong connectivity (88th percentile)88th %ile
Verdict
Winner: Beyerdynamic Aventho 100
Scores 89 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 10 of 42 specs.