In depth comparison and review of Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 and Sony WH-1000XM5. 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.
| DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 | Sony WH-1000XM5 |
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| Product Type | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack | |
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| Series | M-Series | - | |
| Weight | 307 g | 250 g | Sony WH-1000XM5 are lighter than Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 headphones. |
| Colour | Black | Black | Silver | |
| Recommended Use | Portable electronics | 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 M50xBT2 | Sony WH-1000XM5 |
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| Headphones Form Factor | Full size | Full size | |
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| Headphones Technology | Dynamic | Dynamic | |
| Ear Cups Type | Closed | Closed | |
| Adjustable Headband | Yes | - | |
| Foldable | Yes | - | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 can be folded. |
| Connectivity Technology | Wireless, wired | Wireless, wired | |
| Wireless Technology | Bluetooth | Bluetooth | |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.0 | Bluetooth 5.2 | Sony WH-1000XM5 have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2. |
| Bluetooth Profiles | Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) | Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP), Serial Copy Management System (SCMS-T) | |
| Bluetooth Audio Codec | SBC, AAC, LDAC | SBC, AAC, LDAC | |
| Active Noise Cancelling | - | Yes | Sony WH-1000XM5 are equipped with active noice cancellation. |
| Sound Output Mode | Stereo | - | |
| Sound Effects | - | Digital Sound Enhancement Engine Extreme (DSEE Extreme), Ambient Sound Mode, 360 Reality Audio | |
| Frequency Response | 15 - 28000 Hz | 4 - 40000 Hz | Sony WH-1000XM5 offer a larger frequency range than Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2. |
| Sensitivity | 99 dB/mW | - | |
| Impedance | 38 Ohm | - | |
| Diaphragm | 45 mm | 30 mm | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 have a thicker diaphragm than Sony WH-1000XM5. |
| Magnet Material | - | Neodymium | |
| Features | MultiPoint Technology, Low Latency Mode, Google Fast Pair | HD Noise Canceling Processor QN1, Google Fast Pair, Quick Attention function, Atmospheric Pressure Optimising, Microsoft Swift Pair, Speak-to-Chat |
| MICROPHONE | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 | Sony WH-1000XM5 |
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| Form Factor | Built-in | Built-in | |
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| Microphone Operation Mode | Omni-directional, beamforming | - | |
| Frequency Response | 85 - 15000 Hz | - | |
| Sensitivity | -38 dBV/Pascal | - | |
| Microphones Included | 2 | 8 | Sony WH-1000XM5 have a built-in microphone. |
| REMOTE CONTROL | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 | Sony WH-1000XM5 |
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| Controls | Mute, volume, power on/off, status indicator, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, voice assistant | - |
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| CABLE | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 | Sony WH-1000XM5 |
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| Cable Type | Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.2 m USB-C charge cable - detachable - 30 cm |
USB charge cable - detachable Audio cable - detachable - L shaped / mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm - 1.2 m |
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| Cable Length | 1.2 m | - | |
| Detachable Cable | Yes | Yes | |
| Plated Connector | Gold | - |
| FEATURES | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 | Sony WH-1000XM5 |
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| Features | Fast charge | Touch control | |
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| Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible | Yes | Yes | |
| Intelligent Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant, Alexa built-in | Google Assistant, Alexa | |
| Additional Functions | Amplifier | - |
| BATTERY AND CHARGING | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 | Sony WH-1000XM5 |
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| Battery Type | Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer | Headphone battery rechargeable | |
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| Battery Life | 50 hour(s) | 32 hour(s) | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 lasts longer on a single charge than the Sony WH-1000XM5. |
| Battery Life Details | - | Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling on): up to 24 hours Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling off): up to 32 hours |
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| Charging Time | 3.5 hour(s) | 3.5 hour(s) | The charging of both headphones last the same time. |
| WIRELESS LINK | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 | Sony WH-1000XM5 |
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| Radio Transmitter Power | 5.1 mW | - |
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| CONNECTIONS | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 | Sony WH-1000XM5 |
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| Connector Type | Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) | USB (power only) Bluetooth Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) |
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| OTHERS | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 | Sony WH-1000XM5 |
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| Included Accessories | Protective pouch, USB-C charging cable | Carrying case, USB charge cable, headphones cable (1.2 m) | |
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| Compatibility | iPhone, Android phone, Android tablet | - | |
| Compliant Standards | RSS-102, FCC Part 15, CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB3(B) | JEITA |
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