Shure AONIC 50 Gen 2
Shure
56 Overall Score
vs
Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen
Bose
77 Overall Score
Scores
Work
Budget
Commute
Gaming
Calls
Music
Studio
Specifications
| Shure AONIC 50 Gen 2 | Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.33 kg | 0.23 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | — | plush cushions |
| Headband | — | metal |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 50 mm★ | — |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 22 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 39 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 98 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | AAC, aptX, aptX HD, aptX LL, LDAC, SBC | BREAKTHROUGH SPATIALIZED AUDIO: Super immersive sound spatializes everything, taking the music out of your head and placing it in front of you to push the boundaries of listening. |
| Surround | Shure AONIC 50 Gen 2 Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones, Premium Studio Sound, Bluetooth 5, Customizable EQ, 45-Hour Battery, Over-Ear, Black | Shure AONIC 50 Gen 2 Wireless Noise Cancelling | Shure | Spatial Audio |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | hybrid | hybrid |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.4★ |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, HFP, AVRCP |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | — | ✓★ |
| Cable Length | 1.5 m | 0.5099999904632568 m |
| Range | 9.100000381469727 m | 9.100000381469727 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 45 hrs★ | 30 hrs |
| Charge Time | 0.25 hrs★ | 3 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 15 Minutes for 5 Hours | 15 min for 2.5 hours playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 1 | 2★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Siri, Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | ✓★ |
| App | ShurePlus PLAY | Bose app |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | — | Waterproof |
Pros & Cons
Shure AONIC 50 Gen 2
- Strong sound (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong anc (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong battery (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Strong connectivity (72nd percentile)
- Below average comfort (18th percentile)18th %ile
Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong build (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong anc (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong social proof (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (21st percentile)
Pricing
Shure AONIC 50 Gen 20.118score per dollar
vs
Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen0.146score per dollar
Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen offers 1.2x better value for money
Shure AONIC 50 Gen 2
Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen
Verdict
Winner: Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen
Scores 77 overall, wins 5 of 7 usage categories and 6 of 42 specs.
