Audio-Technica ATH-M50XBT2

Audio-Technica ATH-M50XBT2

Audio-Technica
59 Overall Score
vs
Sennheiser HDB 630

Sennheiser HDB 630

Sennheiser
100 Overall Score

What Buyers Say

Audio-Technica ATH-M50XBT2

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Sennheiser HDB 630

88 out of 100 medium confidence 13 reviews

The Sennheiser HDB 630 headphones are praised for their exceptional sound quality, delivering a clean, neutral, and detailed audio experience that rivals wired audiophile setups. Users highlight excellent comfort for long sessions, impressive battery life, and useful features like parametric EQ and crossfeed. While the ANC is decent but not class-leading, and the touch controls can be finicky, the overall sentiment is very positive, with many considering them a top choice for serious listeners.

Pros
  • Exceptional sound quality
  • Excellent comfort for long sessions
  • Impressive battery life
  • Useful parametric EQ and crossfeed
  • Good build quality
Cons
  • ANC not class-leading
  • Touch controls can be finicky
  • Plasticky build feel
  • Plain aesthetics
  • Double-tap ANC/transparency UX issue
👍 Sound quality 5
👍 Comfort 5
👍 Battery life 4
👍 Build quality 4
🤔 Noise cancellation 4
🤔 Touch controls 3

Scores

Music
Audio-Technica
62
Sennheiser
93
Work
Audio-Technica
52
Sennheiser
90
Studio
Audio-Technica
67
Sennheiser
90
Gaming
Audio-Technica
63
Sennheiser
89
Budget
Audio-Technica
56
Sennheiser
78
Commute
Audio-Technica
45
Sennheiser
77
Calls
Audio-Technica
50
Sennheiser
68

Specifications

Audio-Technica ATH-M50XBT2Sennheiser HDB 630
Design
Form Factorover-earover-ear
Open/Closedclosedclosed
Foldable—✓★
Weight0.31 kg★0.31 kg
Ear CushionProfessional Grade Earpad/Headband Materialssynthetic leatherette
HeadbandProfessional Grade Earpad/Headband MaterialsJapanese leatherette
Audio
Driver Typedynamicdynamic
Driver Size45 mm★42 mm
Drivers—1★
Freq Min15 Hz6 Hz★
Freq Max28 kHz40 kHz★
Impedance38 Ω480 Ω
Sensitivity—105 dB★
Hi-Res Audio✓✓
CodecsLDAC, AACaptX 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 Connector3.5mmUSB-C
Detachable Cable✓✓
Cable Length1.2000000476837158 m1.2000000476837158 m
Battery
Battery Life50 hrs60 hrs★
Charge Time—2 hrs★
Fast Charging10 min for 3 hours playback10 min for 7 hours playback
ChargingUSB-CUSB-C
Capacity—700 mAh★
Microphone
Microphone✓✓
Mic Count24★
NC Mic✓✓
Boom Mic✗✗
Detachable Mic—✗
Features
Voice AssistantGoogle Assistantvoice assistant
Touch Controls✗✓★
AppAT Connect AppSennheiser Sound Control Plus
Volume Limiting—✗
Gaming Mode✓✓

Pros & Cons

Audio-Technica ATH-M50XBT2

  • Strong sound (94th percentile)94th %ile
  • Strong connectivity (89th percentile)89th %ile
  • Strong battery (87th percentile)87th %ile
  • Strong build (76th percentile)
  • Below average comfort (10th percentile)10th %ile
  • Below average anc (32nd percentile)

Sennheiser HDB 630

  • Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
  • Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
  • Strong sound (98th percentile)98th %ile
  • Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile

Pricing

Audio-Technica ATH-M50XBT2 is $205 cheaper (1.9x less).

Audio-Technica ATH-M50XBT2

Verdict

★ Winner: Sennheiser HDB 630

Scores 100 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 13 of 41 specs.

Sennheiser HDB 630 Better at:

WorkCallsMusicBudgetGamingStudioCommute

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