Audio-Technica ATH-AD500X
Sennheiser ACCENTUM Plus
What Buyers Say
Audio-Technica ATH-AD500X
These open-back headphones from Audio-Technica are praised for their exceptional sound quality and value, often outperforming more expensive models. Users highlight the wide soundstage and balanced audio, making them ideal for music, gaming, and movies. While the design may look unusual, it prioritizes comfort, though long sessions can cause slight discomfort. Durability is generally good, but one user reported a static shock issue after years of use.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality
- Great value for money
- Wide soundstage
- Balanced audio
- Comfortable design
Cons
- Unusual design aesthetics
- Slight discomfort during long sessions
- Static shock issue after years
- Not for bass-heavy listeners
Sennheiser ACCENTUM Plus
The Sennheiser Accentum Plus Wireless headphones receive generally positive feedback for their sound quality, comfort, and long battery life, with several reviewers praising the adaptive ANC and touch controls. However, some users report issues with noise cancellation effectiveness in noisy environments like subways, occasional pairing delays, and a finicky tap feature on the right earcup. Overall, they are seen as a good value, especially for those upgrading from older models, but not without flaws.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Comfortable for long wear
- Long battery life (50 hours)
- Adaptive noise cancellation
- Touch controls and app integration
Cons
- Noise cancelling weak in subway
- Pairing takes 5-7 seconds
- Tap feature on right earcup unreliable
- Sweat resistance questionable
Scores
Specifications
| Audio-Technica ATH-AD500X | Sennheiser ACCENTUM Plus | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | open | closed |
| Foldable | — | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.23 kg★ | 0.28 kg |
| Ear Cushion | raised-fabric | deep-cushioned |
| Headband | honeycomb aluminum | soft touch silicone-lined headband |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 53 mm★ | 37 mm |
| Drivers | — | 1★ |
| Freq Min | 5 Hz★ | 10 Hz |
| Freq Max | 25 kHz★ | 22 kHz |
| Impedance | 48 Ω | 560 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 100 dB | 106 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | Audio-Technica ATH-AD500X Audiophile Open-Air Headphones, Frequency Response 5 Hz to 25 kHz | AAC, aptX, aptX HD, CVSD, mSBC, SBC |
| Surround | — | Sennheiser ACCENTUM Plus Wireless Bluetooth Headphones Noise Cancelling - Quick-Charge Feature, Up to 50HR Playtime, Adaptive Hybrid ANC, Bluetooth Over Ear Headphones for Traveling, School, Black | S |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | — | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | Adaptive Hybrid |
| Transparency | — | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.2★ |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP, GATT |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | 3 m | — |
| Range | — | 9.100000381469727 m★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 50 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 3.5 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 10 Minutes for 5 Hours |
| Charging | — | USB-C★ |
| Capacity | — | 800 mAh★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Mic Count | — | 2★ |
| NC Mic | — | ✓★ |
| Boom Mic | — | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | — | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Siri, Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | — | ✓★ |
| App | — | Smart Control |
| Volume Limiting | — | ✗ |
Pros & Cons
Audio-Technica ATH-AD500X
- Strong build (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong sound (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Below average mic (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average comfort (30th percentile)
- Below average anc (32nd percentile)
Sennheiser ACCENTUM Plus
- Strong connectivity (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong sound (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong battery (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (22nd percentile)
Pricing
Audio-Technica ATH-AD500X
Sennheiser ACCENTUM Plus
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 88 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 18 of 41 specs.
