Audio-Technica M-Series ATH-M50xBT2
Audio-Technica
66 Overall Score
vs
Beats Solo 4
Beats
71 Overall Score
Scores
Budget
Gaming
Studio
Music
Work
Calls
Commute
Specifications
| Audio-Technica M-Series ATH-M50xBT2 | Beats Solo 4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | on-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.45 kg | 0.21 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | professional-grade earpad | UltraPlush |
| Headband | professional-grade headband material | Flex-Grip |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 45 mm★ | 40 mm |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Min | 15 Hz★ | 20 Hz |
| Freq Max | 28 kHz★ | 20 kHz |
| Impedance | 38 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 99 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | AAC, LDAC | SBC, AAC |
| Surround | — | Spatial Audio |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✗ | ✗ |
| Transparency | ✗ | ✗ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.3★ |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | — |
| Range | 10.100000381469727 m★ | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 50 hrs | 50 hrs |
| Charge Time | 3.5 hrs | 0.10000000149011612 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 10 min for 3 hours playback | 10 min for 5 hours playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 2 | 2 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Amazon Alexa | Siri |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | ✓★ |
| App | A-T Connect | iOS |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | ✗ |
Pros & Cons
Audio-Technica M-Series ATH-M50xBT2
- Strong sound (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong connectivity (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong battery (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong mic (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Below average comfort (6th percentile)6th %ile
- Below average anc (33rd percentile)
Beats Solo 4
- Strong connectivity (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong sound (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong battery (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Below average anc (33rd percentile)
Pricing
Audio-Technica M-Series ATH-M50xBT20.322score per dollar
vs
Beats Solo 40.592score per dollar
Beats Solo 4 offers 1.8x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Beats Solo 4
Scores 71 overall, wins 3 of 7 usage categories and 4 of 39 specs.
