Yamaha HPH-MT5W
Srhythm NiceComfort NC95
What Buyers Say
Yamaha HPH-MT5W
The Yamaha HPH-MT5 headphones are widely praised for their exceptional sound quality, comfort, and value for money, especially for studio monitoring and mixing. Users highlight crisp, balanced audio with good noise isolation, though some note a slightly snug fit and concerns about build durability. A few reviewers mention the need for pad replacement to improve comfort and treble clarity, but overall sentiment is very positive, with many considering them a budget-friendly alternative to pricier models.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality for the price
- Crisp, balanced audio with low distortion
- Excellent noise isolation
- Comfortable for extended wear
- Lightweight design
Cons
- Slightly snug fit for some users
- Build quality feels lightweight/less rugged
- Ear pads may need replacement for comfort
- Mids can be shouty/harsh out of the box
- Limited bass for bass-heavy listeners
Srhythm NiceComfort NC95
These headphones are widely praised for their excellent value, comfort, and long battery life. Users highlight the metal build quality and effective noise cancellation for the price, though some note the sound quality is not top-tier. A few mention Bluetooth connectivity issues in crowded areas, but overall sentiment is very positive.
Pros
- Excellent value for money
- Long battery life
- Comfortable for extended wear
- Metal build quality
- Effective noise cancellation for price
Cons
- Sound quality not top-tier
- Bluetooth interference in crowded areas
- Noise cancellation could be better
- Not for rough handling
Scores
Specifications
| Yamaha HPH-MT5W | Srhythm NiceComfort NC95 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.83 kg | 0.26 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | Smooth synthetic leather and low-resistance cushions | high-protein leather |
| Headband | — | protein leather |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | hybrid |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 51 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Codecs | Yamaha HPH-MT5 Closed-Back Circumaural Over Ear Studio Monitor Headphones, White | Srhythm NiceComfort 95 Hybrid Noise Cancelling Headphone Wireless, Bluetooth Headset with Transparency Mode,ENC,HD Sound |
| Surround | — | Srhythm NiceComfort 95 Hybrid Noise Cancelling Headphone Wireless, Bluetooth Headset with Transparency Mode,ENC,HD Sound | Srhythm NiceComfort 95 Hybrid Noise Cancelling | Srhythm | Mint Green | 16 Oh |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✗ | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | hybrid |
| Transparency | — | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | — | 6.0 |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | 3 m | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 100 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 10 min for 3 hours playback |
| Charging | — | USB-C★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Mic Count | — | 5★ |
| NC Mic | — | ✓★ |
| Boom Mic | — | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | — | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Voice Assistant |
| Touch Controls | — | ✓★ |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✓★ |
Pros & Cons
Yamaha HPH-MT5W
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong build (76th percentile)
- Strong sound (66th percentile)
- Below average comfort (13th percentile)13th %ile
- Below average mic (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average anc (32nd percentile)
Srhythm NiceComfort NC95
- Strong battery (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong connectivity (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong anc (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong mic (85th percentile)85th %ile
Pricing
Srhythm NiceComfort NC95 offers 3.0x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 84 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 12 of 33 specs.
