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Alienware Pro Wireless vs Shure Srh240a: 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.

  • Alienware Pro Wireless
  • Shure Srh240a
HearWiki score
86
60
Sound
8.7
6.0
Noise cancelling
8.1
-
Battery
9.1
-
Calls
8.7
-
Value
8.6
6.4
Price (USD)
$120
$69

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

Both shipped in 2024. These are 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.

  • Pro Wireless2024
  • Srh240a2024
What differsPro WirelessSrh240a

Everyday features

USB-C
Yes
No

Specifications

Pro WirelessSrh240a
Type
Over-Ear
Over-Ear
Price (USD)
$120
$69
HearWiki score
86
60
Released
2024
2024
Availability
Still sold new
Still sold new
Driver
50 mm driver
40 mm dynamic
Driver type
-
dynamic
Driver size
50 mm
40 mm
Drivers per side
1
1
Frequency response
20 Hz - 40 kHz
-
Impedance
32 Ω
38 Ω
Sensitivity
-
107 dB/mW
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
Yes
No
Transparency mode
Yes
-
Weight
310 g
238 g
Water resistance
-
none
Foldable
-
No
Detachable cable
-
No
USB-C
Yes
No
Pad material
leatherette
-
Clamp force
365 g
-
Connector
-
3.5 mm
Microphones
2
-
Call noise reduction
Yes
-
Call NR technology
AI ENC
-

What reviewers said

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

Shure Srh240a

The Shure SRH240A is an affordable, wired over-ear headphone aimed at budget-conscious studio use, offering a clear and fairly detailed sound signature. However, its cheap-feeling build, weak isolation, and mediocre comfort limit its appeal for commuting or casual listening, making it a basic option rather than a standout performer.

  • Pro:Clear and fairly detailed sound for the price
  • Pro:Lightweight and simple wired design
  • Pro:Affordable entry-level studio-oriented option
  • Con:Cheap, creaky build quality
  • Con:Poor noise isolation and sound leakage
  • Con:Lacks comfort for long sessions

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

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