Audio-Technica Solid Bass ATH-CKS5TW
deliverThe a 10mm dual-layer diaphragm drivers bass-forward sound signature with Hi-Res Audio support via aptX, while the 45-hour total battery life (15 hours from the earbuds) outlasts most competitors. The auto power function and Qualcomm CVC clear voice capture add practical convenience for calls, though the IPX2 rating limits it to only light drip resistance. This pair is best for bass enthusiasts seeking marathon battery life for all-day listening at a desk or during commutes.
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong sound (100th percentile) 100th
- Strong battery (89th percentile) 89th
- Strong comfort (71th percentile) 71th
- Strong mic (65th percentile) 65th
Cons
- Below average anc (29th percentile)
- Below average build (33th percentile)
What owners think
How owner sentiment changed over time
ExclusiveBased on when customers actually wrote their reviews — so you can see whether early praise held up.
- Q4 201962/100
Buyers report very good battery life and noise isolation, balanced by complaints about overly heavy bass, possible defects causing earbuds to stop charging or turn off, and a poor warranty.
- Excellent battery life and noise isolation with memory foam ear tips are praised.
- Several earbuds stopped charging or turned off spontaneously within a week of use.
- Sound quality is good for the price, but bass is excessive and highs are lacking for some listeners.
- Small case accommodates memory foam tips and offers compact design.
- Q3 201985/100
Buyers praise amazing sound quality, fit, and battery life. Some report minor Bluetooth dropouts and initial fit issues, but are generally satisfied.
- Excellent sound quality and depth, often called the best among competitors.
- Long battery life, with one user noting over 6 hours of use.
- Some users have Bluetooth connection hiccups, but usually resolved quickly.
- Fit varies: some find it superb, others need third-party eartips for comfort.
Based on 24 dated customer reviews, grouped by calendar quarter. Period analysis is in English.
The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Design
| Form Factor | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | XS, S, M, L |
| Weight | 0.1 kg / 0.2 lbs |
Audio
| Driver Type | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 10 |
| Drivers | 10 |
| Freq Min | 5 |
| Freq Max | 40000 |
| Impedance | 16 |
| Sensitivity | 110 |
| Hi-Res Audio | Yes |
| Codecs | AAC, aptX |
Connectivity
| Wireless | Yes |
| Bluetooth | 5 |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP |
Earbud Battery
| Battery Life | 15 |
| Charge Time | 2 |
| Charging | USB-C |
Case Battery
| Case Battery | 45 |
| Case Charging | USB-C |
Microphone
| Microphone | Yes |
| NC Mic | Yes |
Features
| Touch Controls | Yes |
| App | Audio-Technica Connect |
| Water Resistance | IPX2 |
vs Competition
| Spec | Audio-Technica Solid Bass ATH-CKS5TW | Samsung Galaxy Buds Buds3 Pro | Apple AirPods Pro MFHP4LL/A | Sony WF-1000XM5 WF-1000XM5 | EarFun Air Pro Air Pro 4+ | Soundcore Soundcore P31i |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear | in-ear | in-ear | in-ear | in-ear |
| Driver Type | dynamic | Dynamic | Dynamic | dynamic | hybrid | Dynamic Driver |
| Wireless | true | true | true | true | true | true |
| Active Noise Cancellation | - | true | true | true | true | true |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 | 5.4 | 5.3 | 5.3 | 6.0 | 6.1 |
| Battery Life Hours | 15 | 6 | 8 | 8 | 12 | 10 |
| Case Battery Hours | 45 | 26 | 24 | 24 | 54 | 50 |
| Water Resistance | IPX2 | IP57 | IP57 | IPX4 | IP55 | IP55 |
| Multipoint | - | true | true | true | true | - |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Anc | Mic | Build | Sound | Battery | Comfort | Connectivity | Social Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Audio-Technica Solid Bass ATH-CKS5TW | 28.9 | 65.3 | 33.3 | 99.9 | 88.5 | 70.6 | 61 | 39.2 |
| Samsung Galaxy Buds Buds3 Pro Compare | 96.7 | 96.8 | 98.7 | 91.7 | 72.5 | 93.3 | 99.6 | 86 |
| Apple AirPods Pro MFHP4LL/A Compare | 96.7 | 80.1 | 98.7 | 89.2 | 75.5 | 70.6 | 97.7 | 99.7 |
| Sony WF-1000XM5 WF-1000XM5 Compare | 96.7 | 96.8 | 78.6 | 96 | 75.5 | 93.3 | 98.6 | 48.1 |
| EarFun Air Pro Air Pro 4+ Compare | 96.7 | 96.8 | 91 | 99.8 | 95.9 | 70.6 | 99.3 | 86 |
| Soundcore Soundcore P31i Compare | 88.3 | 96.8 | 91 | 96.6 | 93.9 | 70.6 | 84.6 | 86 |
Price
Value & Pricing
Amazon 1 offers From $54
Adorama 1 offers From $99
Newegg 1 offers From $481
Price History
Usage Scores
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