Audio-Technica StreamSet ATH-M50xSTS-USB
Audio-Technica
51 Overall Score
vs
Sennheiser HDB 630
Sennheiser
92 Overall Score
Scores
Music
Gaming
Work
Studio
Commute
Budget
Calls
Specifications
| Audio-Technica StreamSet ATH-M50xSTS-USB | Sennheiser HDB 630 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.06 kg★ | 0.31 kg |
| Ear Cushion | leatherette | synthetic leatherette |
| Headband | — | Japanese Protein Leatherette |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 45 mm★ | 42 mm |
| Drivers | — | 1★ |
| Freq Min | 15 Hz | 6 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 28 kHz | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 38 Ω | 480 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 99 dB | 105 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | Audio-Technica ATH-M50xSTS-USB StreamSet Over-Ear Professional Monitor Streaming Headphones, Bundle with Desktop Stand | aptX HD, aptX Adaptive |
| Surround | — | Sennheiser HDB 630 Wireless Over-Ear Headphones - Hi-Res Audiophile Sound, Adaptive Noise Cancellation, Parametric EQ, 60 Hour Battery Life, Includes USB-C Low-Latency Bluetooth Adapter - Black | Senn |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✗ | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | hybrid adaptive |
| Transparency | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.2★ |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP |
| Multipoint | ✗ | — |
| Wired Connector | USB-C | USB-C |
| Detachable Cable | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Cable Length | 2 m | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 60 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 2 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 10 Minutes for 7 Hours |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Capacity | — | 700 mAh★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 1 | 4★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Mic Pattern | Unidirectional | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Siri, Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | ✓★ |
| App | — | Sennheiser Smart Control Plus |
| Volume Limiting | — | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | ✓★ |
Pros & Cons
Audio-Technica StreamSet ATH-M50xSTS-USB
- Strong mic (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong comfort (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong sound (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (71st percentile)
- Below average connectivity (22nd percentile)
- Below average anc (32nd percentile)
Sennheiser HDB 630
- Strong sound (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong battery (91st percentile)91st %ile
Verdict
Winner: Sennheiser HDB 630
Scores 92 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 16 of 42 specs.