Audio-Technica ATH-S300BT

Audio-Technica ATH-S300BT

Audio-Technica
81 Overall Score
vs
Beyerdynamic MMX 230 1001973

Beyerdynamic MMX 230 1001973

Beyerdynamic
63 Overall Score

What Buyers Say

Audio-Technica ATH-S300BT

78 out of 100 medium confidence 11 reviews

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
👍 Battery life 6
👍 Comfort 5
🤔 Sound quality 7
🤔 Noise cancellation 5
👍 Build quality 4
👍 Value for money 5

Beyerdynamic MMX 230 1001973

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Scores

Budget
Audio-Technica
85
Beyerdynamic
59
Gaming
Audio-Technica
68
Beyerdynamic
81
Music
Audio-Technica
77
Beyerdynamic
53
Commute
Audio-Technica
72
Beyerdynamic
56
Studio
Audio-Technica
72
Beyerdynamic
49
Work
Audio-Technica
71
Beyerdynamic
60
Calls
Audio-Technica
57
Beyerdynamic
57

Specifications

Audio-Technica ATH-S300BTBeyerdynamic MMX 230 1001973
Design
Form Factorover-earover-ear
Open/Closedclosedclosed
Foldable✓★—
Weight0.26 kg★0.32 kg
Ear Cushion—velour
Audio
Driver Typedynamicdynamic
Driver Size40 mm40 mm
Drivers1★—
Freq Min20 Hz20 Hz
Freq Max20 kHz20 kHz
Impedance45 Ω32 Ω
Sensitivity103 dB★—
CodecsAAC, SBCBeyerdynamic MMX 230 Wireless Gaming Headset in Black with Active Noise Cancellation, Low-latency dongle, 60-hour battery life with replaceable battery
Noise Control
ANC✓✓
ANC Typedigital hybridActive
Transparency✓★—
Connectivity
Wireless✓✓
Bluetooth5.1★6.0
ProfilesA2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP—
Multipoint✓★—
Wired Connector3.5mmUSB-C
Detachable Cable✓★—
Cable Length1.2000000476837158 m1.7999999523162842 m
Range10 m★—
Battery
Battery Life90 hrs★60 hrs
Charge Time2.5 hrs★—
Fast Charging3 Minutes for 2.5 Hours—
ChargingUSB-CUSB-C
Microphone
Microphone✓✓
Mic Count1★—
NC Mic✗✓★
Boom Mic✗✓★
Detachable Mic✗✓★
Mic PatternOmnidirectional—
Features
Voice AssistantSiri, Google Assistant—
Touch Controls✓★—
AppAndroid & iOSbeyerdynamic 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

Beyerdynamic MMX 230 1001973

  • Strong mic (96th percentile)96th %ile
  • Strong battery (89th percentile)89th %ile
  • Strong connectivity (86th percentile)86th %ile
  • Strong anc (80th percentile)80th %ile
  • Below average social proof (10th percentile)10th %ile
  • Below average comfort (30th percentile)
  • Below average build (34th percentile)

Pricing

Audio-Technica ATH-S300BT is ¥35,970 cheaper (4.0x less).

Audio-Technica ATH-S300BT0.007score per dollar
vs
Beyerdynamic MMX 230 10019730.001score per dollar

Audio-Technica ATH-S300BT offers 7.0x better value for money

Audio-Technica ATH-S300BT

Beyerdynamic MMX 230 1001973

Verdict

★ Winner: Audio-Technica ATH-S300BT

Scores 81 overall, wins 5 of 7 usage categories and 13 of 38 specs.

Audio-Technica ATH-S300BT Better at:

WorkMusicBudgetStudioCommute

Beyerdynamic MMX 230 1001973 Better at:

Gaming

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