Audio-Technica M-Series ATH-M20x
The 40mm dynamic drivers deliver a flat, analytical 15Hz–20kHz response ideal for critical listening, housed in a durable build that withstands daily studio use. The closed-back, contoured earcups and light 190g weight provide effective noise isolation and lasting comfort during extended sessions. This is a practical choice for audio engineers and musicians needing a three-pack for collaborative tracking and mixing on a budget.
form factor over-ear
driver type dynamic
driver size mm 40
impedance ohms 47
open closed back closed
39 Overall Score
Price €0
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong sound (70th percentile) 70th
- Strong user sentiment (70th percentile) 70th
- Strong comfort (65th percentile) 65th
Cons
- Below average connectivity (13th percentile)
- Below average mic (15th percentile)
- Below average anc (30th percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
What owners think
How owner sentiment changed over time
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Owner sentiment has cooled since launch
85/100Our AI sentiment read
Based on 38 dated customer reviews, grouped by calendar quarter. Period analysis is in English.
The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Design
| Form Factor | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed |
| Weight | 0.2 kg / 0.4 lbs |
Audio
| Driver Type | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 |
| Freq Min | 15 |
| Freq Max | 20000 |
| Impedance | 47 |
| Sensitivity | 96 |
| Codecs | Audio-Technica ATH-M20x Closed-Back Over-Ear Professional Monitor Headphones, White, 3-Pack |
Connectivity
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm |
| Cable Length | 3 |
vs Competition
| Spec | Audio-Technica M-Series ATH-M20x | Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 | Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 | Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B | Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen | TOZO HT3 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear |
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size (mm) | 40 | 42 | 40 | 40 | - | 40 |
| Impedance Ohms | 47 | 470 | - | 314 | 32 | 16 |
| Wireless | - | true | true | true | true | true |
| Active Noise Cancellation | - | true | true | true | true | true |
| Open Closed Back | closed | closed | closed | closed | closed | closed |
| Bluetooth Version | - | 5.2 | 5.3 | 5.2 | 5.4 | 6.0 |
| Battery Life Hours | - | 60 | 30 | 30 | 30 | 90 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Anc | Mic | Build | Sound | Battery | Comfort | User Sentiment | Connectivity | Social Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Audio-Technica M-Series ATH-M20x | 30.1 | 14.9 | 33.7 | 70.4 | 42.7 | 65.1 | 69.9 | 13 | 45.4 |
| Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 Compare | 97.4 | 84.2 | 92 | 97.6 | 88.7 | 86.4 | 37.1 | 97.7 | 59.5 |
| Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 Compare | 97.4 | 99.3 | 95.7 | 99.4 | 71.3 | 50.1 | 87 | 97.3 | 97.5 |
| Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B Compare | 97.4 | 84.2 | 75.9 | 94.9 | 71.3 | 50.1 | 69.9 | 98.9 | 83.2 |
| Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen Compare | 91.9 | 77.5 | 97.1 | 46.3 | 71.3 | 50.1 | 87 | 99.7 | 83.2 |
| TOZO HT3 Compare | 87 | 84.2 | 95.7 | 98.9 | 96.9 | 50.1 | 96.1 | 96.3 | 91.4 |
Usage Scores
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