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Alienware Pro Wireless vs Skullcandy SLYR® Pro: 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
  • Skullcandy SLYR® Pro
HearWiki score
86
64
Sound
8.7
6.6
Noise cancelling
8.1
-
Battery
9.1
-
Calls
8.7
6.3
Value
8.6
5.4
Price (USD)
$120
$100

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?

Mixed generations

Alienware Pro Wireless (2024) against Skullcandy SLYR® Pro (2022). Neither is straightforwardly newer: the Alienware Pro Wireless brings Bluetooth 5.3 against 5.2, while the Skullcandy SLYR® Pro answers with Top codec AAC against SBC. The Alienware Pro Wireless answers on convenience features: it adds Transparency mode.

  • Pro Wireless20242 yr newer
  • SLYR® Pro2022
What differsPro WirelessSLYR® Pro

Platform

Bluetooth
5.3
5.2
Top codec
SBC
AAC

Everyday features

Transparency mode
Yes
No

Level on: USB-C.

Specifications

Pro WirelessSLYR® Pro
Type
Over-Ear
Over-Ear
Price (USD)
$120
$100
HearWiki score
86
64
Released
2024
2022
Availability
Still sold new
Still sold new
Driver
50 mm driver
50 mm dynamic
Driver type
-
dynamic
Driver size
50 mm
50 mm
Drivers per side
1
1
Frequency response
20 Hz - 40 kHz
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance
32 Ω
32 Ω
Sensitivity
-
95 dB/mW
Bluetooth
5.3
5.2
Codecs
SBC
SBC, AAC
Multipoint pairing
No
No
Latency
-
40 ms
Wireless range
-
10 m
Battery life
70 h
30 h
Battery life (ANC on)
35 h
-
Full charge time
-
120 min
Quick charge
15 min → 6 h
-
Wireless charging
-
No
Active noise cancelling
Yes
No
ANC type
-
none
Transparency mode
Yes
No
Companion app
-
Yes
Custom EQ
-
Yes
Wear detection
-
No
Controls
-
buttons
Weight
310 g
276 g
Water resistance
-
none
Detachable cable
-
Yes
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Pad material
leatherette
-
Clamp force
365 g
-
Connector
-
3.5 mm
Microphones
2
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

Skullcandy SLYR® Pro

The Skullcandy SLYR Pro is a budget-friendly over-ear headset that works both wirelessly via Bluetooth 5.2 and wired through a 3.5mm connection, making it a flexible option for gaming and everyday listening. Its 50mm drivers deliver solid audio, while a comfortable fit and long 30-hour battery life add to its appeal for extended use. Though it lacks active noise cancellation and multipoint support, it offers a straightforward, plug-and-play experience with a detachable mic and custom EQ for tuning.

  • Pro:Comfortable for long sessions
  • Pro:Versatile wired and wireless connectivity
  • Pro:Good audio quality from 50mm drivers
  • Con:No active noise cancellation
  • Con:No multipoint Bluetooth pairing
  • Con:No water resistance rating

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

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