Audio-Technica ATH-S300BT
TANCHIJIM RITA
What Buyers Say
Audio-Technica ATH-S300BT
The Audio-Technica ATH-S300BT is widely praised for its exceptional battery life, comfort, and solid sound quality at an affordable price. While the noise cancellation is not the strongest, it effectively blocks fan noise and is competitive for the price. Some users report ear sweating and cramped ear pads, and a few found the sound flat or muddy. Overall, it is seen as a great all-rounder for daily use.
Pros
- Exceptional battery life
- Comfortable for long wear
- Good sound quality for the price
- Physical buttons instead of touch controls
- Solid build quality
Cons
- Ear sweating after 15 minutes
- Cramped ear pads for some
- No carrying case included
- Noise cancellation not the strongest
- Sound can be flat or muddy
TANCHIJIM RITA
The Tanchjim RITA wireless headphones deliver impressive sound quality and battery life for their price, with a highly customizable app that lets users fine-tune the audio to their liking. However, the active noise cancellation is mediocre compared to flagship models, and the ear pads are not replaceable. Wired use disables ANC and EQ, and the transparency mode can be sluggish. Overall, these are a strong first-generation product that punches above its weight class, especially for those who enjoy tweaking sound profiles.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality for the price
- Highly customizable app with parametric EQ
- Outstanding battery life (51-92 hours)
- Premium packaging and design
- Comfortable for long sessions
Cons
- Mediocre active noise cancellation
- Non-replaceable ear pads
- Wired mode disables ANC and EQ
- Transparency mode can be sluggish
- Ear cups may be small for large ears
Scores
Specifications
| Audio-Technica ATH-S300BT | TANCHIJIM RITA | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓★ | — |
| Weight | 0.26 kg★ | — |
| Ear Cushion | — | synthetic leather, high-density, plush foam |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 45 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 103 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | AAC, SBC | SBC, LDAC |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | digital hybrid | hybrid |
| Transparency | ✓★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.1★ | 6.0 |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓★ | — |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | — |
| Range | 10 m★ | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 90 hrs | 92 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 2.5 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 3 Minutes for 2.5 Hours | — |
| Charging | USB-C★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 1★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | — |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | — |
| Mic Pattern | Omnidirectional | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant | — |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | — |
| App | Android & iOS | TANCHJIM App |
| Gaming Mode | ✓ | ✓ |
Pros & Cons
Audio-Technica ATH-S300BT
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong battery (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong sound (86th percentile)86th %ile
TANCHIJIM RITA
- Strong battery (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong connectivity (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong sound (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong anc (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Pricing
Audio-Technica ATH-S300BT offers 1.6x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 81 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 14 of 39 specs.
