These days, earphones aren't just for listening to music; they're also used for talking on the phone and other forms of mobile communication. But how do you choose the best earbuds with a mic for your needs?
Even though earphones are incredibly practical for day-to-day use because of their lightweight small size, their microphones are often less than excellent. Thankfully, built-in microphone earphones are a lifesaver. If you accept calls while working from home or on the move, you'll be happy to know that more and more earbuds are becoming available on the market that strike a mix between call quality and casual mobility.
From brands like Sony, Jabra and Razer, here are the 9 best-rated earphones with in-built microphones you should get.
Read also: Best ASMR Microphones in Malaysia
Editor
Jennifer chevron_right
Table of Contents
9 Best Earphones With Mic in Malaysia
Why It’s Our Top Pick?
Headsets and earphones from Jabra are well-known for their exceptional audio quality among music enthusiasts, so it’s safe to say that the Jabra Elite 7 Pro is one of the most popular earbuds in the market due to its premium features and great call quality.
Overview
All in all, the Jabra Elite 7 Pro earbuds provide a good package of secure design, satisfactory sound quality, great battery life and most importantly, excellent microphone. Powered by the Jabra MultiSensor Voice technology, the earbuds produce clearer calls on the go. Earphones with good mic quality are hard to comeby these days but Jabra maintains its status as one of the best earbuds brands on the market.
Jabra Elite 7 Pro Specs
- Year: 2021
- Microphone: Yes
- IP Rating: IP57
- Bluetooth Version: 5.2
- Active Noise Cancellation (ANC): Yes
- Driver Unit Size: 6mm
- Battery Life: 9 hours, up to 35 hours with charging case
- Charging time: 3 hours
- Dimensions of Charging Case: 40.3 x 25.3 x 69.6mm
- Weight with Case: 44g
Who is this for?
Those seeking for quality earphones with mics will benefit from the features of the Jabra Elite7 Pro. Apart from delivering good sound for playing music, these earbuds will free you from noise, and with ANC and HearThrough technology, the built-in microphones pick up outside sounds for you so that you can be aware of your surroundings during calls.
Overview
The Razer Hammerhead Pro V2 are excellent for everyday gaming sessions, regardless of platform. With features like flat cables, extra-large 10 mm dynamic drivers, in-ear noise-cancelling, and a 3-button remote microphone, it is indeed straightforward to enhance your PC, mobile, or console gaming experience.
Razer Hammerhead Pro V2 Specs
- Year: 2016
- Microphone: In-line microphone and remote cable
- Driver Unit Size: 10mm
- Connector Size: 3.5mm
- Weight: 19.6g
- Cable Length: 1.3m
Who is this for?
Gamers of different platforms can give these earphones a shot and see the power they bring. At its size, it handles positional audio in games well, coupled with the impressive bass response for more immersive gaming. As for the mic quality, it’s fairly decent for when you’re sitting relatively still during room gaming sessions.
Overview
Gaming on the PS5 without a proper audio connection takes away a big part of the fun, but these Turtle Beach Battle Buds make up for the gaming sound experience that you’d normally get in headsets. These unique in-ears have a small detachable boom mic that connects to the left earbuds with decent performance, but you can easily remove it for day-to-day use. The sound quality is good enough for casual gaming, whether you're on the go with your phone or at home with your PS5.
Turtle Beach Battle Buds Specs
- Year: 2019
- Microphone: In-line microphone with controls and detachable boom mic
- Driver Unit Size: 10mm with Neodymium Magnets
- Connector Size: 3.5mm
- Weight: 108.86g
- Cable Length: 1.25m
Who is this for?
PS5 players with passion for gaming of all platforms should grab these earphones and give it a try. Also compatible with Switch, XBox and mobile phones, the audio quality for gaming that you get, along with the boom mic that sounds respectable are definitely of higher quality for gaming earphones under RM200.
Overview
An excellent option for music and calls, the Sony WF-1000XM4 earbuds are very comfortable and designed specially for commute and movement. The sound quality is great, further enhanced by the great noise cancelling technology. There's even a speak-to-chat feature that automatically reduces volume during conversations so the mic can focus on what you want to hear and eliminate unwanted background noise.
Sony WF-1000XM4 Specs:
- Year: 2021
- Microphone: 4
- IP Rating: IPX4
- Bluetooth Version: 5.2
- Active Noise Cancellation (ANC): Yes
- Driver Unit Size: 6mm
- Battery Life: 8 hours, up to 16 hours with charging case
- Charging time: 1.5 hours
- Dimensions of Charging Case: 40 x 69 x 30mm
- Weight with Case: 41g
Who is this for?
These solid wireless earbuds deliver amazing sound quality, good battery life and overall good package for Android users. The LDAC Bluetooth codec is supported by the earphones, which is important for Android devices. The Sony WF-1000XM4 works well as a great medium for taking conference calls or casual conversations with friends and family.
Overview
One of Apple's newest lines of premium earbuds is the AirPods Pro, now in its second generation. They offer Active Noise Cancellation, Adaptive Transparency that reduces environmental sounds, a personalised spatial audio in-ear design with multiple tips, a wireless charging case, and water and sweat resistance. The iconic glossy design sets these AirPods apart from many earbuds and it’s now equipped with a speaker at the empty block, aiding in locating the case when used with the Find My app.
Apple AirPods Pro (2nd generation) Specs
- Year: 2022
- Microphone: 3
- IP Rating: 1PX4
- Bluetooth Version: 5.3
- Active Noise Cancellation (ANC): Yes
- Driver Unit Size: 11mm
- Battery Life: 6 hours, up to 30 hours with charging case
- Charging time: 1 hour
- Dimensions of Charging Case: 45.2 x 60.6 x 21.7 mm
- Weight with Case: 50.8g
Who is this for?
Users familiar with the Apple ecosystem will surely appreciate these efficient earbuds. Powered by Apple’s H2 chip, you can enjoy exclusive features such as Spatial Audio personalization, battery life optimization, Find My Access, Magsafe wireless charging and more.
Overview
Affordable earphones don’t typically come with many features to rave about, but this JBL C150SI works wonders despite its price. Most notably, it sports an in-line microphone with universal remote control that allows you to manage phone calls easily. Plus, the bigger 9mm drivers give good bass response for punchier sound.
JBL C150SI Specs
- Year: 2016
- Microphone: In-line microphone
- Driver Unit Size: 9mm
- Connector Size: 3.5mm
- Weight: 50gm
- Cable Length: 1.2m
Who is this for?
An affordable option for functional wired earphones, they do well for listening to music, casual mobile gaming and taking phone calls. Generally, those on a budget will surely appreciate the JBL C150SI for its decent build quality.
Overview
These wireless Edifier earbuds have everything you could want for a high-quality listening experience. A fast-charging case, companion app, a variety of sound modes such as Ambient and Gaming mode, and active noise cancellation (ANC) are perks that you get when you purchase these earbuds.
Edifier TWS NB2 Pro Specs:
- Year: 2021
- Microphone: 4
- IP Rating: IP54
- Bluetooth Version: 5.0
- Active Noise Cancellation (ANC): Yes
- Driver Unit Size: 10mm
- Battery Life: 9 hours, up to 23 hours with charging case
- Charging time: 2 hours
- Dimensions of Charging Case: 120 x 100 x 50mm
- Weight with Case: 41g
Who is this for?
At mid-range price, the Edifier TWS NB2 is a safe option for wireless earbuds targeted for everyday use. Their ANC may be a little underwhelming, but they score on Ambient Mode, great call quality, long battery life, and great sound.
Overview
SteelSeries products, ranging from earphones to headsets, deliver balanced audio production and solid microphones, making them suitable for gaming. Excellent recording quality from the detachable boom mic ensures that your voice will come across as it was meant to be heard. If you're looking for headphones with a less "gamer" aesthetic for when you're on the go, these are a good option.
SteelSeries Tusq 61650 Specs:
- Year: 2021
- Microphone: In-line microphone with controls and detachable boom mic
- Driver Unit Size: 10mm
- Connector Size: 3.5mm
- Weight: 59gm
- Cable Length: 1.2m
Who is this for?
The SteelSeries Tusq 61650 is fully compatible with Xbox One and Xbox Series X controllers and other gaming platforms as well, making them suitable for console gamers looking for an affordable option that dpesn’t compromise on quality.
Overview
The Powerbeats Pro was Beats’ first true wireless earphones, designed for various circumstances. The adjustable and secure ear hooks provide stability, along with an attractive design to resist water and sweat.
Featuring powerful sound, dynamic range and strong noise isolation, the earbuds are great for listening to music while outdoors and both earpieces of the earbuds have touch-sensitive controls that let you control playback, pairing, calls, and volume. The Powerbeats Pro can also last up to 24 hours with the charging case.
Powerbeats Pro Specs
- Year: 2019
- Microphone: 2
- IP Rating: IPX4
- Bluetooth Version: 5.0
- Active Noise Cancellation (ANC): Yes
- Driver Unit Size: 12mm
- Battery Life: 9 hours, up to 24 with charging case
- Charging time: 0.7 hours
- Dimensions of Charging Case: 81 x 81 x 36mm
- Weight: 21g
- Weight with Case: 130g
FAQs
- Which company is best for earphones with microphones?
Since the market for earphones is getting more and more saturated, it may be hard for some to find the right earphones to fit their needs. While brands like Sony, Bose, and JBL have the dominant market share, there are still an array of other brands to choose from especially if you’re shopping online.
One of Product Nation’s favourite brands is Jabra. Jabra has been killing it with their earphones and generally, they are known for having good microphones. Most of the earbuds by Jabra, notably Jabra Elite 7 Pro, Jabra Elite 75t and Jabra Elite 4 Active have received fair ratings from users when using these for phone calls and making use of their Active Noise Cancellation feature. At affordable prices, the recording quality, sound enhancement and intuitive controls are what you can expect when purchasing earphones from Jabra.
- How do the microphone on earphones work?
The mic is commonly integrated with the in-line remote which allows you to take or end hands-free calls using the sliding tab or volume button. It’s important to note that not all microphones are made equal. Some perform with better background noise cancellation, and some have better voice projection.