Dizo Wireless Power Review: A Step Back From the Competition
Dizo, a budget audio and accessories brand backed by Realme, has been making waves with its new releases. The latest addition to its arsenal is the Dizo Wireless Power, a neckband-style Bluetooth in-ear headset promising an upgrade over its predecessor, the Dizo Wireless. Priced at Rs. 1,399 in India, the Dizo Wireless Power targets users seeking an affordable yet stylish pair of wireless earphones for daily use. But does this budget-friendly headset offer the best value proposition for under Rs. 1,500? Let’s find out.
Dizo Wireless Power Design and Features
The Dizo Wireless Power bears a striking resemblance to its predecessor, the Dizo Wireless, released in 2021. However, a significant design change is evident: the "Power Hive" design, which features a honeycomb-like pattern on the neckband. While visually appealing, this design element doesn’t offer anything groundbreaking in terms of functionality or aesthetics.
The earphones feature an in-canal fit with short cables running from the earpieces to the flexible neckband. Conveniently, the earpieces incorporate magnetic power switches that activate the headset when separated and deactivates it when magnetically joined. The right side of the neckband houses a multi-function button for playback controls, a volume rocker button, and the USB Type-C port for charging.
While the Dizo Wireless Power boasts a decent fit and comfort, the magnetic power switch system, a common feature in neckband earphones, poses a drawback, as it can inadvertently disconnect the earpieces during storage, leading to accidental activation and unwanted connections to your smartphone.
The Dizo Wireless Power boasts IPX4 water resistance, environmental noise cancellation for improved call clarity, and an 88ms low-latency gaming mode. Weighing in at 27.1g, it’s available in three colors: Classic Black, Violet Blue, and Hunter Green. The package includes a charging cable and three pairs of silicone ear tips, allowing for a customizable fit.
Dizo Wireless Power App and Specifications
The Dizo Wireless Power leverages Realme’s expertise by being compatible with the Realme Link app, although limited to Android devices. It also supports Google Fast Pair, enabling linking the headset to your Google account when paired with an Android smartphone.
The Realme Link app has consistently garnered praise for its user-friendly interface in previous reviews, and it extends its appeal to the Dizo Wireless Power. However, it suffers from a couple of minor bugs that haven’t been encountered on other devices using the app. The app provides features such as battery level monitoring, switching between three equalizer presets, activating Game mode, and customizing multi-function button controls.
The app allows configuring the multi-function button for playback, activating Game mode, invoking the voice assistant, and switching between the last two paired source devices. While most of these functions worked flawlessly, a significant issue arose: the app inexplicably defaulted the voice assistant gesture to "None" despite attempts to configure it. This issue persisted specifically on the OnePlus 9 Pro, a phone that typically operates smoothly with such features.
The app also offers a Volume Enhancer toggle, which amplifies the volume level, and an Auto-answer toggle, automatically accepting incoming calls when the earpieces are separated. While the volume enhancer successfully boosts volume, it does so at the expense of sound quality.
The Dizo Wireless Power features 11.2mm dynamic drivers and utilizes Bluetooth 5.2 for connectivity, supporting only the SBC Bluetooth codec.
Dizo Wireless Power Performance and Battery Life
Budget wireless headphones often compromise on sound quality, and unfortunately, the Dizo Wireless Power falls short of expectations in this area. While essentially a close cousin to the Dizo Wireless, sound quality on the Dizo Wireless Power disappoints, even against its less-expensive predecessor.
The lack of AAC Bluetooth codec support likely plays a role, but the overall sound quality felt dull and rough. Testing with "Freak" by Skepsis, the powerful bass exhibited a muddy and excessive character, accompanied by an uncomfortable reverb that overshadowed the mid-range and high frequencies, leading to rapid fatigue.
This issue persisted in "Opposite Ways" by Brasstracks, which sounded unnaturally "piped." The droning lows made it challenging to discern the vocals and saxophone riffs, focusing attention on the wrong elements of the track. Ultimately, the soundstage felt confined and narrow.
Overall, the sound quality lacks refinement and distinct character beyond the noticeable bass boost. While the bass can be perceived as punchy, it’s a tiring sound that becomes difficult to endure over extended periods.
Call quality on the Dizo Wireless Power proved acceptable in indoor settings and barely workable for short calls outdoors. The earphone’s low-latency mode, while successfully reducing delay, slightly compromises sound quality. Connection stability remained commendable, with zero disruptions at distances up to 4 meters from the source device.
Battery life on the Dizo Wireless Power mirrors its predecessor, proving unexceptional even for its price point. The earphones lasted for approximately 10 hours on a single charge at moderate volume levels. The fast charging feature delivers two hours of playtime with a 10-minute charge, while a full charge takes roughly two hours.
Verdict
Dizo’s affiliation with Realme grants it a significant advantage in product development, offering compelling features, brand recognition, and aggressive pricing that entice customers. However, while many of its devices have delivered acceptable value for their price, the Dizo Wireless Power unfortunately falls short.
Despite its affordability at Rs. 1,399, this headset lacks compelling reasons to buy beyond its design, fit, and app support. The sound quality simply doesn’t live up to expectations. While there are few compelling neckband options under Rs. 1,500, it’s recommended to invest a little more and consider the OnePlus Bullets Wireless Z2, which offers a more refined and enjoyable listening experience, accompanied by features such as fast charging and robust battery life.
