Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT vs. Sennheiser PXC 550-II

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT and Sennheiser PXC 550-II. 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

Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT vs. Sennheiser PXC 550-II Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT Sennheiser PXC 550-II
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - 3.5 mm jack Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Height - 17.4 cm
Width - 13.6 cm
Depth - 6.3 cm
Weight 310 g 227 g Sennheiser PXC 550-II are lighter than Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT headphones.
Recommended Use - Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m -
SOUND QUALITY Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT Sennheiser PXC 550-II
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic Dynamic
Ear Cups Type Closed -
Adjustable Headband - Yes
Foldable - Yes Sennheiser PXC 550-II 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), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
Bluetooth Audio Codec SBC, AAC, aptX SBC, AAC, aptX, apt-X LL
Active Noise Cancelling - Yes Sennheiser PXC 550-II are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Frequency Response 15 - 28000 Hz 17 - 23000 Hz Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT offer a larger frequency range than Sennheiser PXC 550-II.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) - <0.5%
Sensitivity 99 dB/mW 110 dB Sennheiser PXC 550-II have higher sensitivity than Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT.
Impedance 38 Ohm 490 Ohm
Diaphragm 45 mm 32 mm Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT have a thicker diaphragm than Sennheiser PXC 550-II.
MICROPHONE Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT Sennheiser PXC 550-II
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Frequency Response - 50 - 10000 Hz
Sensitivity - -34 dBV/Pascal
Microphones Included - 3
REMOTE CONTROL Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT Sennheiser PXC 550-II
Controls Volume Mute, volume, answer/end, hold, play/pause, next/previous track
CABLE Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT Sennheiser PXC 550-II
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.2 m
USB charge cable - detachable - 30 cm
USB charge cable
Audio cable
Detachable Cable - Yes
Plated Connector Gold -
FEATURES Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT Sennheiser PXC 550-II
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
Intelligent Assistant - Siri, Google Assistant, Alexa
Additional Functions - Touch panel
BATTERY AND CHARGING Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT Sennheiser PXC 550-II
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium
Battery Life 40 hour(s) 30 hour(s) Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT lasts longer on a single charge than the Sennheiser PXC 550-II.
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / cable connection): up to 30 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / Bluetooth): up to 20 hours
Charging Time 7 hour(s) 3 hour(s) Sennheiser PXC 550-II recharge faster than Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT.
CONNECTIONS Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT Sennheiser PXC 550-II
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
USB (micro-USB)
OTHERS Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT Sennheiser PXC 550-II
Included Accessories Protective pouch Carrying case, airplane adapter
Compliant Standards - MFI
Service & Support Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year Limited warranty - 2 years
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