Audio-Technica M-Series ATH-M50xBT2
Audio-Technica
65 Overall Score
vs
JBL Junior 470NC
JBL
59 Overall Score
Scores
Budget
Studio
Music
Gaming
Work
Calls
Commute
Specifications
| Audio-Technica M-Series ATH-M50xBT2 | JBL Junior 470NC | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.45 kg | 0.20 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | professional-grade earpad | — |
| Headband | professional-grade headband material | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 45 mm★ | 32 mm |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Min | 15 Hz★ | 20 Hz |
| Freq Max | 28 kHz★ | 20 kHz |
| Impedance | 38 Ω | 35 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 99 dB★ | 81 dB |
| Max SPL | — | 81 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | AAC, LDAC | JBL Junior 470NC - Wireless Over-Ear Noise Cancelling Kids Headphones with JBL Safe Sound (<85dB), Fit for Kids, Parental Control with Customizable Volume & Playtime and 50Hr Battery Life (White) |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Transparency | ✗ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.3★ |
| Profiles | — | HFP 1.8, AVRCP, A2DP 1.4 |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓★ | — |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | — |
| Range | 10.100000381469727 m★ | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 50 hrs★ | 34 hrs |
| Charge Time | 3.5 hrs | 2 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 10 min for 3 hours playback | 5 Minutes for 3 Hours |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Capacity | — | 500 mAh★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 2★ | 1 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | — |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Amazon Alexa | — |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | ✗ |
| App | A-T Connect | iOS, Android |
| Volume Limiting | — | ✓★ |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | — |
Pros & Cons
Audio-Technica M-Series ATH-M50xBT2
- Strong sound (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong connectivity (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong battery (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong social proof (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Below average comfort (8th percentile)8th %ile
- Below average anc (32nd percentile)
JBL Junior 470NC
- Strong social proof (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong connectivity (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong comfort (79th percentile)
- Strong battery (78th percentile)
Pricing
Audio-Technica M-Series ATH-M50xBT20.319score per dollar
vs
JBL Junior 470NC0.908score per dollar
JBL Junior 470NC offers 2.8x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Audio-Technica M-Series ATH-M50xBT2
Scores 65 overall, wins 6 of 7 usage categories and 12 of 41 specs.
