Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT vs. Philips TAH8506

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT and Philips TAH8506. 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 SR50BT vs. Philips TAH8506 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT Philips TAH8506
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - 3.5 mm jack Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - 2.5 mm jack
Height - 20.5 cm
Width - 18.5 cm
Depth - 4.5 cm
Weight 180 g 279 g Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT are lighter than Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT headphones.
Colour Black | Brown-grey Black | White
Earpad Material Memory foam -
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m 10 m The maximum operating distance of both headphones is the same.
High-Resolution Audio - Yes
SOUND QUALITY Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT Philips TAH8506
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic Dynamic
Ear Cups Type Closed Open
Adjustable Headband - Yes
Foldable Yes Yes Both headphones can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless, wired
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) Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
Bluetooth Audio Codec SBC, AAC, aptX SBC, AAC
Active Noise Cancelling - Yes Philips TAH8506 are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology - Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling Pro
Noise Isolating Yes - Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode Stereo -
Frequency Response 5 - 40000 Hz 7 - 40000 Hz Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT offer a larger frequency range than Philips TAH8506.
Max Input Power 1500 mW 30 mW
Sensitivity 98 dB/mW 105 dB Philips TAH8506 have higher sensitivity than Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT.
Impedance - 32 Ohm
Diaphragm 45 mm 40 mm Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT have a thicker diaphragm than Philips TAH8506.
In-Cord Volume Control Yes -
MICROPHONE Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT Philips TAH8506
Form Factor - Built-in
Type On-cable -
Microphone Technology Electret condenser -
Microphone Operation Mode Omni-directional -
Frequency Response 50 - 4000 Hz -
Sensitivity -40 dB -
REMOTE CONTROL Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT Philips TAH8506
Controls Volume Volume
CABLE Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT Philips TAH8506
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.2 m
USB charge cable - detachable
USB-C charge cable - detachable - 50 cm
Headphones cable - 1.2 m
Airplane connection adapter
Cable Length 1.2 m -
Detachable Cable Yes Yes
FEATURES Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT Philips TAH8506
Features - Touch control, Multipoint Pairing
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
Voice Control - Indirect
Intelligent Assistant - Google Assistant ready, Siri ready
BATTERY AND CHARGING Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT Philips TAH8506
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer
Battery Capacity - 800 mAh
Battery Life 25 hour(s) 60 hour(s) Philips TAH8506 lasts longer on a single charge than the Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT.
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF): up to 60 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON): up to 45 hours
Continuous talk: up to 45 hours
Standby Time 1000 hours -
Charging Time 5 hour(s) 2 hour(s) Philips TAH8506 recharge faster than Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT.
CONNECTIONS Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT Philips TAH8506
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) USB (power only) (USB Type-C)
OTHERS Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT Philips TAH8506
Included Accessories - Hard case
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 2 year / 3 incidents
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