Audio-Technica ATH-M50x ATH-M50XSTS
The 45mm drivers deliver an extended 15–28,000 Hz frequency response for accurate monitoring, and the cardioid condenser boom mic captures clean, noise-free voice with excellent off-axis rejection. Two included earpad sets—one for isolation, one for breathability—sustain comfort across long sessions, while the robust build withstands daily studio use. This wired headset is best for streamers and podcasters who need precise monitoring and broadcast-quality mic performance in a closed-back design.
form factor over-ear
driver type dynamic
driver size mm 45
impedance ohms 38
open closed back closed
36 Overall Score
Price ₹0
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong mic (91st percentile) 91st
- Strong sound (77th percentile) 77th
Cons
- Below average comfort (8th percentile)
- Below average social proof (13th percentile)
- Below average connectivity (22nd percentile)
- Below average anc (32nd percentile)
The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Design
| Form Factor | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed |
| Weight | 0.5 kg / 1.0 lbs |
| Ear Cushion | leatherette |
Audio
| Driver Type | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 45 |
| Freq Min | 50 |
| Freq Max | 20000 |
| Impedance | 38 |
Connectivity
| Wireless | No |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | No |
| Cable Length | 2 |
Microphone
| Microphone | Yes |
| Mic Count | 1 |
| NC Mic | Yes |
| Boom Mic | Yes |
| Detachable Mic | No |
vs Competition
| Spec | Audio-Technica ATH-M50x ATH-M50XSTS | Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 | Sennheiser HDB 630 | Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B | Apple AirPods Max Midnight | Technics EAH-A800 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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) | 45 | 40 | 42 | 40 | 40 | 40 |
| Impedance Ohms | 38 | - | 480 | 314 | 16 | 34 |
| Wireless | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Active Noise Cancellation | - | true | true | true | true | true |
| Open Closed Back | closed | closed | closed | closed | closed | closed |
| Bluetooth Version | - | 5.3 | 5.2 | 5.2 | 5.0 | 5.2 |
| Battery Life Hours | - | 30 | 60 | 30 | 20 | 50 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Anc | Mic | Build | Sound | Battery | Comfort | Connectivity | Social Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Audio-Technica ATH-M50x ATH-M50XSTS | 32.1 | 91 | 35 | 77 | 44.7 | 7.8 | 22.3 | 13.2 |
| Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 Compare | 98 | 99.3 | 95.7 | 99.4 | 76.1 | 53.6 | 97.7 | 98.4 |
| Sennheiser HDB 630 Compare | 98 | 85.3 | 77.7 | 98.2 | 90.7 | 46.5 | 93.8 | 87.5 |
| Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B Compare | 98 | 85.3 | 77.7 | 95.6 | 76.1 | 53.6 | 98.9 | 87.5 |
| Apple AirPods Max Midnight Compare | 98 | 83.2 | 92.4 | 93.2 | 69.8 | 32.3 | 94.4 | 98.4 |
| Technics EAH-A800 Compare | 93.4 | 98.3 | 77.7 | 97.2 | 85.9 | 53.6 | 97.4 | 60 |
Price
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