Jabra Evolve2 30 SE vs Poly Blackwire 3320 Comparison

Compare Jabra Evolve2 30 SE vs Poly Blackwire 3320 side by side: specs, ratings, pros and cons, and which one fits your room best.

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Jabra Evolve2 30 SE
Jabra Evolve2 30 SE

At a Glance

Jabra Evolve2 30 SE

The Jabra Evolve2 30 SE is a wired USB headset for desk work. It has 28 mm speakers, two microphones (one analog MEMS and one analog ECM), a boom arm and a busylight.

Best For
Desk workers
Style
On-ear headband (stereo or mono)
Weight
125 g
Frame
Stainless steel
ANC
None
Mics
2 (1 analog MEMS + 1 analog ECM)
Boom Mic
Yes (boom arm)
Connect
Wired USB-A or USB-C (USB-C/A SKUs)
Certified
Microsoft Teams (variant), Alcatel-Lucent, Avaya, Cisco, Unify, Mitel, Citrix
Poly Blackwire 3320

The Poly Blackwire 3320 is a wired stereo on-ear headset. It has 32 mm speakers, a noise-cancelling boom mic that rotates 280°, and an inline control with a Teams button on the Teams version.

Best For
Desk users
Style
On-ear stereo headband
Weight
131 g
Frame
—
ANC
None
Mics
1
Boom Mic
Yes (flexible boom, 280° rotation, 135 mm)
Connect
Wired USB-C with USB-A adapter
Certified
Microsoft Teams, Works With Chromebook

Review Scores Compared

Expert Score

  • Jabra Evolve2 30 SE9.0/10 Leads
  • Poly Blackwire 33208.2/10

Voice & Mic Clarity

  • Jabra Evolve2 30 SE7.8/10 Leads
  • Poly Blackwire 33207.1/10

Comfort & Ergonomics

  • Jabra Evolve2 30 SE9.7/10 Leads
  • Poly Blackwire 33209.3/10

Certification & Controls

  • Jabra Evolve2 30 SE9.3/10 Leads
  • Poly Blackwire 33208.7/10

Build Quality & Durability

  • Jabra Evolve2 30 SE10.0/10
  • Poly Blackwire 3320—

Editorial Reviews Comparison

Voice & Mic Clarity

  • Jabra Evolve2 30 SE7.8/10Leader
  • Poly Blackwire 33207.1/10

Jabra Evolve2 30 SE

A two-mic boom combines an analog MEMS mic with an ECM, built for clear voice in moderately noisy spaces. However, positioned properly in an open office, I'd expect callers to find it clear. That beats every boom-less headphone here at a fraction of the price. The boom's mix of analog MEMS and ECM is tuned for speech, not music recording, and it stays out of the way when raised.

Poly Blackwire 3320

The noise-cancelling mic sits on a 135 mm boom that rotates 280°, with a 100 Hz to 10 kHz range. However, among open-plan desks, I'd expect your voice to come through clearly from the far end, excellent for the price. A 135 mm boom with 280° rotation means left- and right-ear wearers are both covered without a special SKU.

Comfort & Ergonomics

  • Jabra Evolve2 30 SE9.7/10Leader
  • Poly Blackwire 33209.3/10

Jabra Evolve2 30 SE

At 125 g, this is the lightest headset in our lineup, with leatherette cushions and a stainless steel band. It comes in stereo and mono, and mono suits agents who need to hear the room. Over a long shift, I'd expect on-ear pressure to show only after a long shift.

Poly Blackwire 3320

At 131 g with foam cushions, it's light. The on-ear stereo design is comfortable for shorter stretches. Expect the foam to feel warm after a long session. At 131 g it's one of the lightest stereo headsets we list, so all-day shifts are realistic if you accept on-ear pressure. Foam wears faster than leatherette; keep spare cushions in the IT closet for a fleet rollout.

Certification & Controls

  • Jabra Evolve2 30 SE9.3/10Leader
  • Poly Blackwire 33208.7/10

Jabra Evolve2 30 SE

The Evolve2 30 SE is listed as Microsoft Teams (variant), Alcatel-Lucent, Avaya, Cisco, Unify, Mitel, Citrix. It has a busy light, which is useful at an open desk. Call controls include Microsoft Teams notifications on LED. On-headset controls are listed as Call control unit. IT can manage it through Jabra Xpress.

Poly Blackwire 3320

The Blackwire 3320 is listed as Microsoft Teams, Works With Chromebook. Mute is listed as Inline mute button. Call controls include call answer/end; Teams button on Teams variants. On-headset controls are listed as Inline: call answer/end, mute, volume, Teams button. IT can manage it through Poly Lens. I'd look for a physical mute I can find without thinking, especially in an open office.

Build Quality & Durability

  • Jabra Evolve2 30 SE10.0/10
  • Poly Blackwire 3320—

Jabra Evolve2 30 SE

The Evolve2 30 SE is built with stainless steel. The ear cushions are leatherette. It weighs 125 g. Official dimensions are 179 x 136 x 54 mm (stereo). It ships with a felt pouch. The listed warranty is 2 years. I'd rather have replaceable pads and a solid frame if this is going to be a daily work headset.

Why Jabra Evolve2 30 SE Beats Poly Blackwire 3320 (and Vice Versa)

Why Jabra Evolve2 30 SE beats Poly Blackwire 3320

  • Better voice & mic clarity: 7.8 vs 7.1 out of 10
  • Better certification & controls: 9.3 vs 8.7 out of 10
  • Ear Cushions: Leatherette vs Foam
  • Speaker Bandwidth (Calls): 100 Hz - 12 kHz (speak mode) vs 20 Hz - 20 kHz
  • Microphones: 2 (1 analog MEMS + 1 analog ECM) vs 1

Why Poly Blackwire 3320 beats Jabra Evolve2 30 SE

  • Driver Size: 32 mm vs 28 mm
  • Microphone Setup: Noise-cancelling boom, 100 Hz - 10 kHz vs 1 analog MEMS and 1 analog ECM
  • Connection: Wired USB-C with USB-A adapter vs Wired USB-A or USB-C (USB-C/A SKUs)
  • Cable Length: 2.18 m vs 1.5 m

Review-score leads of 0.5+ points out of 10 first, then specs where only one comes out ahead.

Full Specifications

General

Jabra Evolve2 30 SEPoly Blackwire 3320
Best ForDesk workersDesk users
Wearing StyleOn-ear headband (stereo or mono)On-ear stereo headband
Use Case—Office and contact-centre calls; plug-and-play USB
VariantsStereo, Mono; USB-A, USB-C, USB-C/A; MS and UC—

Design & Build

Jabra Evolve2 30 SEPoly Blackwire 3320
Weight125 g131 g
MaterialsLeatherette, PC and PC/ABS plastic, stainless steel—
Ear CushionsLeatherette BetterFoam
Colors—Black
Dimensions179 x 136 x 54 mm (stereo)166 x 40 x 199 mm
Headband Frame MaterialStainless steel—

Audio

Jabra Evolve2 30 SEPoly Blackwire 3320
Driver Size28 mm32 mm Better
Frequency Response20 Hz - 20 kHz (music); 100 Hz - 12 kHz (speak)20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance—32 Ω
Sensitivity115 dB @ 1 mW / 1 kHz—
Spatial AudioNo—
Wired Listening—Yes (USB-C, USB-A adapter)
Stereo / MonoStereo or mono (variants)Stereo
Speaker Bandwidth (Calls)100 Hz - 12 kHz (speak mode) Better20 Hz - 20 kHz
Hearing ProtectionJabra SafeTone 2.0SoundGuard Digital

Noise Cancelling

Jabra Evolve2 30 SEPoly Blackwire 3320
Noise CancellingNoneNone
Active Noise CancellingNo—
Transparency ModeNo—
Adaptive ANCNo—

Microphone

Jabra Evolve2 30 SEPoly Blackwire 3320
Microphones2 (1 analog MEMS + 1 analog ECM) Better1
Microphone Setup1 analog MEMS and 1 analog ECMNoise-cancelling boom, 100 Hz - 10 kHz Better
Call Noise Reduction—Yes (noise-cancelling microphone)
Boom MicYes (boom arm)Yes (flexible boom, 280° rotation, 135 mm)
Mute Control—Inline mute button
BusylightYes—
Mic Frequency Response—100 Hz - 10 kHz
Open Office CertifiedYes—

Battery & Charging

Jabra Evolve2 30 SEPoly Blackwire 3320
Charging StandNoNo
Wireless ChargingNoNo
Replaceable Battery—No

Connectivity

Jabra Evolve2 30 SEPoly Blackwire 3320
ConnectionWired USB-A or USB-C (USB-C/A SKUs)Wired USB-C with USB-A adapter Better
USB DongleNoNo
MultipointNo—
CertificationsMicrosoft Teams (variant), Alcatel-Lucent, Avaya, Cisco, Unify, Mitel, CitrixMicrosoft Teams, Works With Chromebook
USB AudioYesYes
Cable Length1.5 m2.18 m Better
LE Audio / AuracastNoNo
Google Fast PairNo—
DECT StandardNoNo

Controls & App

Jabra Evolve2 30 SEPoly Blackwire 3320
ControlsCall control unitInline: call answer/end, mute, volume, Teams button
Management SoftwareJabra Direct, Jabra XpressPoly Lens
Teams / Call ButtonYes (Microsoft Teams notifications on LED)Yes (call answer/end; Teams button on Teams variants)
IT Remote ManagementJabra XpressPoly Lens
Firmware Updates—Yes (Poly Lens)

In the Box

Jabra Evolve2 30 SEPoly Blackwire 3320
In the BoxHeadset, protective bag, user documentsHeadset, USB-C to USB-A adapter, user guide
Warranty2 years2-year limited
Carry CaseYes (felt pouch)No

Identifiers

Jabra Evolve2 30 SEPoly Blackwire 3320
Model Number—8X220AA

Compatibility

Jabra Evolve2 30 SEPoly Blackwire 3320
OS Compatibility—Windows 11, Windows 10, macOS, Android, iOS (USB-C)
Works With—Microsoft Teams, Works With Chromebook, Windows, macOS, Android, iOS

Takeaways

  • Our pick: Jabra Evolve2 30 SE, with the highest spec-based rating (4.5/5).
  • Choose Jabra Evolve2 30 SE for desk workers.
  • Choose Poly Blackwire 3320 for desk users.

Pros and Cons

Jabra Evolve2 30 SE

PROS

  • Light at 125 g (stereo)
  • Boom arm and busylight
  • USB-A, USB-C or USB-C/A variants
  • Teams version available

CONS

  • No ANC
  • Wired only

Poly Blackwire 3320

PROS

  • Noise-cancelling boom mic, 280° rotation
  • USB-C with USB-A adapter
  • Teams and Works With Chromebook certified
  • SoundGuard Digital

CONS

  • No ANC
  • Wired only

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Quick Verdict

  • Jabra Evolve2 30 SE 9.0Best overallLeads in Voice & Mic Clarity, Comfort & Ergonomics, Certification & Controls
  • Poly Blackwire 3320 8.2No outright category lead