Poly Blackwire 3200 Series 129958
Technics EAH-A800
What Buyers Say
Poly Blackwire 3200 Series 129958
The Plantronics Blackwire 3200 series headset receives mixed feedback. While many users praise its comfort, lightweight design, and clear sound for calls, a significant number report durability issues, with some units failing within weeks. A major recurring complaint is the inability to disable the mute/unmute tones that are audible to everyone on the call, which renders the mute button unusable for many. Sound quality inconsistencies, such as intermittent bass loss, and poor performance in noisy environments are also frequently mentioned.
Pros
- Comfortable for long wear
- Lightweight design
- Clear sound for calls
- Good microphone quality
- Versatile connectivity (USB and 3.5mm)
Cons
- Mute/unmute tones cannot be disabled
- Durability issues, failures within weeks
- Sound quality inconsistency (bass loss)
- Poor performance in noisy environments
- Low volume even at max setting
Technics EAH-A800
The Technics EAH-A800 headphones receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their exceptional sound quality, which many users compare favorably to wired headphones, especially when using the LDAC codec. Reviewers praise the comfortable fit, effective ANC, and the ability to create an immersive soundstage with clear stereo separation. However, a few users report durability concerns, such as the headband material loosening within a month and faulty components after a year, while others suggest minor improvements like larger ear cups and more EQ bands.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality
- Effective active noise cancellation
- Comfortable fit
- Immersive soundstage with stereo separation
- LDAC codec support for high-quality audio
Cons
- Durability concerns with headband material
- Faulty components after a year
- Ear cups could be slightly bigger
- Headband feels hard on scalp
- Only 5 EQ bands (wants more)
Scores
Specifications
| Poly Blackwire 3200 Series 129958 | Technics EAH-A800 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | on-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.10 kg★ | 0.30 kg |
| Ear Cushion | leatherette | super-soft earpads |
| Headband | metal | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | — | 40 mm★ |
| Drivers | — | 1★ |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz | 4 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | — | 34 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 105 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Codecs | — | AAC, LDAC, SBC |
| Surround | — | Technics - Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-Ear Headphones with 2 Device Multipoint Connectivity - EAH-A800-K Black | Technics - Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-Ear | Technics | Black | Over Ear | Over E |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✗ | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | Dual Hybrid |
| Transparency | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.2★ |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HSP, HFP |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | USB-C | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Cable Length | 1.5240000486373901 m | 1 m |
| Range | — | 10.100000381469727 m★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 50 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 3 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 15 Minutes for 10 Hours |
| Charging | — | USB-C★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 1 | 8★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Siri, Alexa |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | ✗ |
| App | Plantronics Hub | Technics Audio Connect |
Pros & Cons
Poly Blackwire 3200 Series 129958
- Strong comfort (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong build (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong mic (74th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (2nd percentile)2nd %ile
- Below average social proof (23rd percentile)
- Below average sound (25th percentile)
- Below average anc (33rd percentile)
Technics EAH-A800
- Strong mic (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong sound (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (95th percentile)95th %ile
Verdict
Scores 93 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 17 of 38 specs.