ASTRO A40 TR vs. MSI DS502

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of ASTRO A40 TR and MSI DS502. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare design, sound quality, but also other key features of both headphones and easily decide which ones are the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the headphones that best fit your needs and expectations.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

ASTRO A40 TR vs. MSI DS502 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASTRO A40 TR MSI DS502
Product Type Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack Headset - wired - USB
Height 9.5 cm 19 cm
Width 19.7 cm 22 cm
Depth 20.32 cm 10 cm
Weight 369 g 405 g ASTRO A40 TR are lighter than ASTRO A40 TR headphones.
Colour Black, blue | Black | Black, red | White | Black, olive | Navy, crimson -
Earpad Material Synthetic leather -
Recommended Use Game console, computer Computer
SOUND QUALITY ASTRO A40 TR MSI DS502
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Ear Cups Type Open Closed
Adjustable Headband - Yes
Connectivity Technology Wired Wired
Noise Isolating Yes - ASTRO A40 TR are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Built-in Decoders MixAmp Dolby Digital -
Sound Effects 7.1 Channel Dolby Headphone Surround Sound 7.1 Channel Virtual Surround Sound
Frequency Response 20 - 24000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz ASTRO A40 TR offer a larger frequency range than MSI DS502.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) <0.1% -
Sensitivity - 105 dB
Impedance 48 Ohm -
Diaphragm 40 mm 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
In-Cord Volume Control Yes Yes
MICROPHONE ASTRO A40 TR MSI DS502
Form Factor Detachable headset microphone -
Type Boom Boom
Microphone Operation Mode Uni-directional Omni-directional
Audio Input Details Uni-directional Omni-directional - Output Impedance 2.2 kOhm
Sensitivity - -36 dB
Impedance - 2.2 kOhm
REMOTE CONTROL ASTRO A40 TR MSI DS502
Controls Volume Volume, microphone on/off, bass control
CABLE ASTRO A40 TR MSI DS502
Cable Type Headset cable - detachable - 2 m
Audio splitter - 1.5 m
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Cable Length 2 m 2 m
Detachable Cable Yes -
FEATURES ASTRO A40 TR MSI DS502
Additional Functions - LED lights
CONNECTIONS ASTRO A40 TR MSI DS502
Connector Type Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 5-pole) Headset (4 PIN USB Type A)
OTHERS ASTRO A40 TR MSI DS502
Bundled with Astro MixAmp Pro TR -
Included Accessories Detachable microphone, 2 speaker tags -
Compatibility Mac, Windows -
Service & Support Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 1 year
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