Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT vs. Philips TAH5205BK

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT and Philips TAH5205BK. 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. Philips TAH5205BK Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT Philips TAH5205BK
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - 3.5 mm jack Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Height - 19.5 cm
Width - 18.5 cm
Depth - 4 cm
Weight 310 g 210 g Philips TAH5205BK are lighter than Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT headphones.
Colour - Black
Recommended Use - Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m 10 m The maximum operating distance of both headphones is the same.
SOUND QUALITY Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT Philips TAH5205BK
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic Dynamic
Ear Cups Type Closed Closed
Foldable - Yes Philips TAH5205BK can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth 5.0 Both headphones have the same Bluetooth version.
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 - Bass Boost
Frequency Response 15 - 28000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT offer a larger frequency range than Philips TAH5205BK.
Sensitivity 99 dB/mW 90 dB Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT have higher sensitivity than Philips TAH5205BK.
Impedance 38 Ohm 32 Ohm
Diaphragm 45 mm 40 mm Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT have a thicker diaphragm than Philips TAH5205BK.
Magnet Material - Neodymium
MICROPHONE Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT Philips TAH5205BK
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
REMOTE CONTROL Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT Philips TAH5205BK
Controls Volume Volume control, hold, reject call, answer call
CABLE Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT Philips TAH5205BK
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.2 m
USB charge cable - detachable - 30 cm
USB charge cable
Headphones cable
Detachable Cable - Yes
Plated Connector Gold -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT Philips TAH5205BK
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer
Battery Life 40 hour(s) 29 hour(s) Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT lasts longer on a single charge than the Philips TAH5205BK.
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback: up to 29 hours
Charging Time 7 hour(s) 2 hour(s) Philips TAH5205BK recharge faster than Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT.
CONNECTIONS Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT Philips TAH5205BK
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) USB (power only) (USB Type-C)
Headphones
OTHERS Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT Philips TAH5205BK
Included Accessories Protective pouch -
Service & Support Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year -
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