Audio-Technica ATH-S300BT
Audio-Technica
81 Overall Score
vs
Logitech Zone 981-001608
Logitech
56 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
Logitech Zone 981-001608
No customer feedback yet
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Specifications
| Audio-Technica ATH-S300BT | Logitech Zone 981-001608 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.26 kg | 0.22 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | — | Earpads replaceable |
| Headband | — | gaming-inspired headband |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Drivers | 1 | 2★ |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz | 20 Hz |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz | 20 kHz |
| Impedance | 45 Ω | 36 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 103 dB★ | — |
| Codecs | AAC, SBC | Logitech Zone Wired 2 for Business - Noise-Canceling Headset with Adaptive Hybrid ANC, Microsoft Teams Certified, USB-C with USB-A adapter, Graphite - Microsoft Teams CertificationUSB Type C, USB Type |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | digital hybrid | adaptive hybrid |
| Transparency | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Bluetooth | 5.1★ | — |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | USB-C |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 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 | 2★ |
| NC Mic | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | — |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | — |
| Mic Pattern | Omnidirectional | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant | Microsoft Teams |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | — |
| App | Android & iOS | Logitech Sync |
| 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
Logitech Zone 981-001608
- Strong sound (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong anc (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong build (76th percentile)
- Strong mic (76th percentile)
- Below average social proof (30th percentile)
- Below average comfort (30th percentile)
Pricing
Audio-Technica ATH-S300BT0.585score per dollar
vs
Logitech Zone 981-0016080.428score per dollar
Audio-Technica ATH-S300BT offers 1.4x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Audio-Technica ATH-S300BT
Scores 81 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 12 of 39 specs.
