Our quick take
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay Portal (2022) - 5.0 / 5
Design and comfort
- Dimensions: 167.3 x 178.7 x 92.6mm / Weight: 279g Virtual boom arm using 4 digital MEMS voice mics Aluminium, fabric and leather construction
Setup, controls and features
- 2.4GHz wireless connection to PlayStation consoles and PC through USB-C / USB-A dongles (included) Dedicated app (iOS, Android) with gaming and general audio EQ options 3.5mm headphone jack and included cable Active noise cancelling (ANC) Touch controls and sliders Bluetooth 5.1
Sound performance and battery
- 2x 40mm electro-dynamic drivers with Neodymium magnets / Frequency range: 20 - 22,000Hz Supports: Qualcomm aptX Adaptive, AAC, SBC, Dolby Atmos for Headphones, Sony 3D Audio (PS5) Battery life: 19 hours with wireless, Bluetooth and ANC / 42 hours with Bluetooth and ANC USB-C charging (2 hours to 100% from flat)
To recap
The second-generation Beoplay Portal headset addresses all of the (minor) criticisms of its Xbox-exclusive predecessor. There is longer battery life, better connectivity, and this model now directly supports PlayStation 5, PS4 and PC wirelessly. In many ways it’s also a better all-rounder, capable of working with Nintendo Switch and mobile devices over Bluetooth, and even Xbox consoles when wired. The price certainly makes it out of reach for some, but there is nothing better on the market if you are looking for luxury, performance and versatility combined.
