Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT vs. JBL TUNE 520BT

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT and JBL TUNE 520BT. 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 M50XBT vs. JBL TUNE 520BT Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT JBL TUNE 520BT
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - 3.5 mm jack Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Weight 310 g 157 g JBL TUNE 520BT are lighter than Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT headphones.
Colour - Black | Purple | White | Blue
Recommended Use - Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m -
SOUND QUALITY Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT JBL TUNE 520BT
Headphones Form Factor Full size On-ear
Headphones Technology Dynamic Dynamic
Ear Cups Type Closed -
Adjustable Headband - Yes
Foldable - Yes JBL TUNE 520BT can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth 5.3 JBL TUNE 520BT have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT.
Bluetooth Profiles - Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
Bluetooth Audio Codec SBC, AAC, aptX -
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects - Pure Bass
Frequency Response 15 - 28000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT offer a larger frequency range than JBL TUNE 520BT.
Sensitivity 99 dB/mW 102 dB JBL TUNE 520BT have higher sensitivity than Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT.
Impedance 38 Ohm 30 Ohm
Max Sound Pressure - 95 dB
Diaphragm 45 mm 33 mm Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT have a thicker diaphragm than JBL TUNE 520BT.
MICROPHONE Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT JBL TUNE 520BT
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Sensitivity - -29 dB
REMOTE CONTROL Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT JBL TUNE 520BT
Controls Volume Volume
CABLE Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT JBL TUNE 520BT
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.2 m
USB charge cable - detachable - 30 cm
USB-C cable
Plated Connector Gold -
FEATURES Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT JBL TUNE 520BT
Features - Multipoint Pairing, VoiceAware
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
Intelligent Assistant - Google Assistant ready, Siri ready
BATTERY AND CHARGING Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT JBL TUNE 520BT
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity - 450 mAh
Battery Life 40 hour(s) 57 hour(s) JBL TUNE 520BT lasts longer on a single charge than the Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT.
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback (with 5 min charge): up to 3 hours
Charging Time 7 hour(s) 2 hour(s) JBL TUNE 520BT recharge faster than Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT.
WIRELESS LINK Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT JBL TUNE 520BT
Modulation Type - GFSK, 8-DPSK, 4-DQPSK
Radio Frequency Range - 2.4 - 2.4835GHz
CONNECTIONS Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT JBL TUNE 520BT
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) -
OTHERS Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT JBL TUNE 520BT
Included Accessories Protective pouch Charging cable
Service & Support Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year -
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