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4.0Build & features6.7
Dimensions
Size comparison
Go EssentialSelect 2
| Go Essential | Select 2 | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 71.2 mm | 57 mm | +14.2 mm |
| Width | 86 mm | 174 mm | −88 mm |
| Depth | 31.6 mm | 59 mm | −27.4 mm |
Drawn to the same scale from the official dimensions (front and side).
Why is Go Essential better than Select 2?
Go Essential has no measurable advantages in this pair.
Why is Select 2 better than Go Essential?
- Battery life5 h vs 20 h4×
- Output power3 W vs 16 W5.3×
- Water resistance (IPx)IPx4 vs IPx7+75%
- Bluetooth version4.2 vs 5+19%
Specifications
Side by side
| Sound | ||
| Output power | 3 W | 16 W |
| Battery & charging | ||
| Battery life | 5 h | 20 h |
| Charging time | 2.5 h | — |
| Mains powered | No | — |
| Battery powered (portable) | Yes | Yes |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | 4.2 | 5 |
| Bluetooth codecs | SBC | — |
| Hi-res codec (LDAC / aptX HD / LHDC) | No | — |
| aptX | No | — |
| LDAC | No | — |
| NFC pairing | — | Yes |
| USB-C | Yes | — |
| Design & build | ||
| Weight | 177 g | — |
| Width | 86 mm | 174 mm |
| Height | 71 mm | 57 mm |
| Depth | 32 mm | 59 mm |
| Protection rating | — | IPX7 |
| Water resistance (IPx) | IPx4 | IPx7 |
| Features | ||
| Party / stereo pairing | — | Yes |
