Audio-Technica M-Series ATH-M20xBT
Audio-Technica
66 Overall Score
vs
Beyerdynamic Aventho 1001609
Beyerdynamic
82 Overall Score
Scores
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Specifications
| Audio-Technica M-Series ATH-M20xBT | Beyerdynamic Aventho 1001609 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | on-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.22 kg★ | 0.22 kg |
| Ear Cushion | professional-grade earpad | replaceable ear pads |
| Headband | professional-grade headband material | aluminum and durable textiles |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 45 mm★ |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Min | 50 Hz | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz | 22 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 36 Ω | 48 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 100 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Codecs | AAC, SBC | AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive, aptX LL, SBC |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✗ | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | Adaptive |
| Transparency | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.4★ |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP | AVDTP 1.3, HFP 1.9, GAVDP 1.3, SPP 1.2, A2DP 1.4, AVRCP 1.6 |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | — |
| Range | 10.100000381469727 m | 15 m★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 60 hrs★ | 40 hrs |
| Charge Time | 4 hrs | 1.5 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 10 Minutes for 3 Hours | 15 Minutes for 15 Hours |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Capacity | — | 630 mAh★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 1 | 2★ |
| NC Mic | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Mic Pattern | Omnidirectional | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Google Fast Pair |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | ✗ |
| App | — | beyerdynamic app |
| Volume Limiting | — | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | ✗ |
Pros & Cons
Audio-Technica M-Series ATH-M20xBT
- Strong battery (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong connectivity (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong sound (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong build (78th percentile)
- Below average anc (32nd percentile)
- Below average comfort (32nd percentile)
Beyerdynamic Aventho 1001609
- Strong sound (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong build (96th percentile)96th %ile
Verdict
Winner: Beyerdynamic Aventho 1001609
Scores 82 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 13 of 42 specs.