Audio-Technica ATH-S300BT
Audio-Technica
81 Overall Score
vs
Audix Studio Headphones A140
Audix
43 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
Audix Studio Headphones A140
No customer feedback yet
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Specifications
| Audio-Technica ATH-S300BT | Audix Studio Headphones A140 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓★ | — |
| Weight | 0.26 kg | 0.20 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz | 10 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz | 25 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 45 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 103 dB★ | 97 dB |
| Codecs | AAC, SBC | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | — |
| ANC Type | digital hybrid | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Bluetooth | 5.1★ | — |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | 1.7999999523162842 m |
| Range | 10 m★ | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 90 hrs★ | — |
| Charge Time | 2.5 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 3 Minutes for 2.5 Hours | — |
| Charging | USB-C★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓★ | — |
| Mic Count | 1★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✗ | — |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | — |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | — |
| Mic Pattern | Omnidirectional | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant | — |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | — |
| App | Android & iOS | — |
| 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
Audix Studio Headphones A140
- Strong build (76th percentile)
- Strong sound (74th percentile)
- Strong comfort (67th percentile)
- Below average mic (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average anc (32nd percentile)
Pricing
Audio-Technica ATH-S300BT0.585score per dollar
vs
Audix Studio Headphones A1400.332score per dollar
Audio-Technica ATH-S300BT offers 1.8x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Audio-Technica ATH-S300BT
Scores 81 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 16 of 37 specs.
