Audio-Technica M-Series ATH-M50xBT2
Audio-Technica
66 Overall Score
vs
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H100
Bang & Olufsen
69 Overall Score
Scores
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Specifications
| Audio-Technica M-Series ATH-M50xBT2 | Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H100 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.45 kg | 0.38 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | professional-grade earpad | memory foam |
| Headband | professional-grade headband material | soft-knit fabric |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 45 mm★ | 40 mm |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Freq Min | 15 Hz | 10 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 28 kHz | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 38 Ω | 12 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 99 dB | 103 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | AAC, LDAC | AAC, SBC |
| Surround | — | Spatial Audio |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✗ | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | AI-driven |
| Transparency | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.3★ |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | USB-C |
| Detachable Cable | ✓★ | — |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | 1.25 m |
| Range | 10.100000381469727 m★ | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 50 hrs★ | 32 hrs |
| Charge Time | 3.5 hrs | 1 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 10 min for 3 hours playback | 5 Minutes for 5 Hours |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Capacity | — | 520 mAh★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 2 | 4★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Amazon Alexa | Siri, Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | ✓★ |
| App | A-T Connect | Bang & Olufsen App |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | — |
| Water Resistance | — | IP54 |
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)
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H100
- Strong connectivity (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong sound (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong anc (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong mic (88th percentile)88th %ile
Pricing
Audio-Technica M-Series ATH-M50xBT20.322score per dollar
vs
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H1000.031score per dollar
Audio-Technica M-Series ATH-M50xBT2 offers 10.4x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H100
Scores 69 overall, wins 4 of 7 usage categories and 11 of 41 specs.
