Audio-Technica ATH-AR5BT vs. Microsoft Surface Headphones 2

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Audio-Technica ATH-AR5BT and Microsoft Surface Headphones 2. Compare design, audio features, functions and other important specifications to easily choose the right headphones for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the headphones that will best fit your needs.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Audio-Technica ATH-AR5BT vs. Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Audio-Technica ATH-AR5BT Microsoft Surface Headphones 2
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - 3.5 mm jack, USB-C
Height - 20.4 cm
Width - 19.5 cm
Depth - 4.8 cm
Weight 242 g 290.3 g Audio-Technica ATH-AR5BT are lighter than Audio-Technica ATH-AR5BT headphones.
Colour Bordeaux red | Black | Metallic silver Light grey | Matte black
Recommended Use Portable electronics -
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m -
SOUND QUALITY Audio-Technica ATH-AR5BT Microsoft Surface Headphones 2
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Adjustable Headband Yes -
Foldable Yes - Audio-Technica ATH-AR5BT can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.1 -
Bluetooth Profiles Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) -
Active Noise Cancelling - Yes Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects Super Bass Control (SBC) -
Frequency Response 5 - 40000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Audio-Technica ATH-AR5BT offer a larger frequency range than Microsoft Surface Headphones 2.
Sensitivity 100 dB/mW -
Impedance 39 Ohm -
Max Sound Pressure - 115 dB
Diaphragm 45 mm 40 mm Audio-Technica ATH-AR5BT have a thicker diaphragm than Microsoft Surface Headphones 2.
MICROPHONE Audio-Technica ATH-AR5BT Microsoft Surface Headphones 2
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Microphone Technology Electret condenser -
Microphone Operation Mode Omni-directional -
Frequency Response 50 - 4000 Hz -
Audio Input Details Omni-directional - 50 - 4000 Hz -
Sensitivity -44 dB -
REMOTE CONTROL Audio-Technica ATH-AR5BT Microsoft Surface Headphones 2
Controls - Volume, power on/off, mute button, noise-cancellation suspend button
CABLE Audio-Technica ATH-AR5BT Microsoft Surface Headphones 2
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.2 m
USB charge cable - 1 m
Audio cable - detachable - 1.2 m
USB-C cable - detachable - 1.5 m
Cable Length 1.2 m -
Detachable Cable Yes Yes
Plated Connector Gold -
FEATURES Audio-Technica ATH-AR5BT Microsoft Surface Headphones 2
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
Intelligent Assistant - Cortana
BATTERY AND CHARGING Audio-Technica ATH-AR5BT Microsoft Surface Headphones 2
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life 30 hour(s) 20 hour(s) Audio-Technica ATH-AR5BT lasts longer on a single charge than the Microsoft Surface Headphones 2.
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / Bluetooth): up to 20 hours
Standby Time 1000 hours -
Charging Time 5 hour(s) 2 hour(s) Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 recharge faster than Audio-Technica ATH-AR5BT.
WIRELESS LINK Audio-Technica ATH-AR5BT Microsoft Surface Headphones 2
Transmission Range 10 m -
Modulation Type FHSS -
Radio Frequency Range 2.402 - 2.480GHz -
CONNECTIONS Audio-Technica ATH-AR5BT Microsoft Surface Headphones 2
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole)
USB (USB Type-C)
OTHERS Audio-Technica ATH-AR5BT Microsoft Surface Headphones 2
Included Accessories - Carrying case
Compatibility - iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Mac, Windows
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 1 year
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