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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Marshall Major IV headphones have a robust overall sound quality and superior battery life, which is great for long listening sessions without frequent charging. Their on-ear design can be less comfortable over time compared to the Skullcandy Hesh ANC's over-ear design, but they're more lightweight, enhancing portability. Although less isolating than the Skullcandy Hesh ANC headphones, the Marshall Major IV may suffice in moderately noisy environments. Conversely, the Skullcandy Hesh ANC headphones have active noise cancelling, providing a better experience in noisy settings like air travel. Unfortunately, this comes at the cost of shorter battery life. If you value long battery life and sound quality for music over noise cancellation and comfort, choose Marshall Major IV; if you prioritize active noise cancellation and comfort for longer wear, especially in noisy environments, opt for the Skullcandy Hesh ANC, despite the higher cost. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Marshall Major IV
- The Marshall Major IV has no clear advantages over the Skullcandy Hesh ANC.
Advantages of the Skullcandy Hesh ANC
- Excellent for air travel
Key differences
Noise Reduction
5.6
8.7
The Skullcandy Hesh ANC is very good for noise reduction, while the Marshall Major IV is poor.
Battery
80.0 Hours
23.0 Hours
The Marshall Major IV has 80 hours of battery life. The Skullcandy Hesh ANC has 23 hours of battery life.
Cost
$100
$135
$0
$50
$100
$150
$200
The Marshall Major IV has a price of $100 and the Skullcandy Hesh ANC costs $135.
Build Quality
8.5
7.0
The Marshall Major IV has very good build quality, while the Skullcandy Hesh ANC has good build quality.
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Key similarities
Music
6.6
6.7
The Skullcandy Hesh ANC and Marshall Major IV are both only fair for music.
Gaming
5.4
5.6
The Skullcandy Hesh ANC and Marshall Major IV are both poor for gaming.
Phone Calls
5.8
5.3
The Marshall Major IV and Skullcandy Hesh ANC are both poor for phone calls.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
6.1
6.0
The Marshall Major IV and Skullcandy Hesh ANC are both only fair for podcasts and audiobooks.
TV and Video
5.7
5.8
The Skullcandy Hesh ANC and Marshall Major IV are both poor for TV and video.
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How the Marshall Major IV and the Skullcandy Hesh ANC compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Marshall Major IV | Skullcandy Hesh ANC |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$100 | $135 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Marshall | Skullcandy | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | October 1, 2021 | December 1, 2020 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired + Wireless | Wired + Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 6.6/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 5.8/10 | 5.3/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.5/10 | 5.6/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 5.8/10 | 5.8/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 6.3/10 | 6.2/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 80 Hours | 23 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | Yes | No | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 3 Hours | 1.6 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5 | 5 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 5.7/10 | 8.8/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | No | No | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | No | No | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 9/10 | 7.4/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.5/10 | 7/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7.8/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 165 Grams | 226.7 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Integrated | |
Waterproof Rating | |||
Waterproof Rating | 0 | 0 | |
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Jasper Lastoria | September 2023
"The Marshall Major IV shares quite a bit in common with its predecessor, but a key upgrade appears to be softer ear cushions. They make upgrading worth it. As a set of basic wired or wireless headphones the Major IV ticks most boxes by remaining easy to use, and fairly comfortable (at least, as on-ear headphones go)."
Skullcandy Hesh ANC
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Maike Paeßens | 2021
"Skullcandy’s Hesh ANC are compact, wireless over-ears for everyday use that are tuned for bass and designed to suppress or amplify ambient noise as required. In addition to Bluetooth 5.0, optional tracking via the Tile app is supported so that these headphones can be found if they get lost."
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About Skullcandy
Skullcandy is an American, consumer-oriented, earbuds and headphones manufacturer with 20 years of market experience. They sell a wide variety of, budget-friendly and unique, wired and wireless products that are sure to please the vast majority of users. Among their most popular offerings, the Crusher headphones, includes a pair of actual subwoofers inside the cups which makes the bass extra prominent for a unique and extra fun sound.
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