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AKG K245 vs Alienware Pro Wireless: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the Alienware Pro Wireless comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 86. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: Alienware Pro Wireless - Outstanding overall at around $125.

Score breakdown

Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.

Alienware Pro Wireless leads on 6 of 7 measures.

  • AKG K245
  • Alienware Pro Wireless
HearWiki score
60
86
Sound
6.7
8.7
Noise cancelling
-
8.1
Battery
-
9.1
Calls
-
8.7
Value
5.5
8.6
Price (USD)
$110
$120

Generation & platform

The scores rank quality. This is the other question: is the newer one actually newer technology, or the same platform in a new shell?

Same generation

The Alienware Pro Wireless is 4 years newer, but it is the same generation of hardware: nothing in the radio, the codecs or the noise cancelling separates them. The platform is level; the newer hardware shows up in convenience features instead - the Alienware Pro Wireless adds USB-C and Transparency mode. For 4 years between them, that is a thin return - treat this as a restyle rather than a new platform.

  • K2452020
  • Pro Wireless20244 yr newer
What differsK245Pro Wireless

Everyday features

USB-C
No
Yes
Transparency mode
No
Yes

Specifications

K245Pro Wireless
Type
Over-Ear
Over-Ear
Price (USD)
$110
$120
HearWiki score
60
86
Released
2020
2024
Availability
Discontinued
Still sold new
Driver
50 mm dynamic
50 mm driver
Driver type
dynamic
-
Driver size
50 mm
50 mm
Drivers per side
1
1
Frequency response
15 Hz - 25 kHz
20 Hz - 40 kHz
Impedance
32 Ω
32 Ω
Sensitivity
109 dB/mW
-
Sensitivity (dB/Vrms)
109
-
Bluetooth
-
5.3
Codecs
-
SBC
Multipoint pairing
-
No
Battery life
-
70 h
Battery life (ANC on)
-
35 h
Quick charge
-
15 min → 6 h
Active noise cancelling
No
Yes
ANC type
none
-
Transparency mode
No
Yes
Companion app
No
-
Custom EQ
No
-
Wear detection
No
-
Controls
none
-
Weight
295 g
310 g
Foldable
Yes
-
Detachable cable
Yes
-
USB-C
No
Yes
Pad material
-
leatherette
Clamp force
-
365 g
Model code
3405H00020-Z
-
Microphones
-
2
Call noise reduction
-
Yes
Call NR technology
-
AI ENC

What reviewers said

AKG K245

The AKG K245 is a lightweight, foldable open-back studio headphone built for portable use, featuring 50 mm dynamic drivers, low 32 ohm impedance, and high sensitivity for easy driving from most devices. Its sound leans toward a relaxed, bass-emphasized character with a wide frequency range, making it a solid budget option for home-studio monitoring and casual listening, though it lacks noise cancellation and onboard controls.

  • Pro:Lightweight and foldable design for easy portability
  • Pro:High sensitivity and low impedance work well with portable sources
  • Pro:Wide frequency response with clear, dynamic sound
  • Con:Bass emphasis means tuning is not fully neutral
  • Con:Treble response could be more refined
  • Con:No inline controls or remote on the cable

Alienware Pro Wireless

Its leatherette pads and moderate 310g weight aim for comfort during long sessions, while the 2.4GHz wireless option and USB-C charging add versatility for desk and on-the-go use. Sound quality is generally strong, but the microphone performance and a single SBC codec limit keep it from being a flawless all-rounder.

  • Pro:Excellent battery life, especially with ANC off
  • Pro:Comfortable leatherette ear pads for long wear
  • Pro:Active noise cancellation and transparency mode included
  • Con:Microphone quality is underwhelming for the price
  • Con:Only SBC codec support limits high-res wireless audio
  • Con:No multipoint connection for seamless device switching

Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.

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