Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT vs. Shure SRH940-EFS

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT and Shure SRH940-EFS. Compare design, sound quality and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect headphones. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the headphones that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT vs. Shure SRH940-EFS Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT Shure SRH940-EFS
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - 3.5 mm jack Headphones - wired - 3.5 mm jack
Weight 180 g 322 g Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT are lighter than Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT headphones.
Colour Black | Brown-grey -
Earpad Material Memory foam -
Recommended Use - Professional audio, home audio
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m -
SOUND QUALITY Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT Shure SRH940-EFS
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic Dynamic
Ear Cups Type Closed Closed
Adjustable Headband - Yes
Foldable Yes Yes Both headphones can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wired
Wireless Technology Bluetooth -
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 5.0 -
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 -
Noise Isolating Yes - Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Frequency Response 5 - 40000 Hz 5 - 30000 Hz Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT offer a larger frequency range than Shure SRH940-EFS.
Max Input Power 1500 mW 1000 mW
Sensitivity 98 dB/mW 100 dB/mW Shure SRH940-EFS have higher sensitivity than Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT.
Impedance - 42 Ohm
Diaphragm 45 mm 40 mm Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT have a thicker diaphragm than Shure SRH940-EFS.
Magnet Material - Neodymium magnet
In-Cord Volume Control Yes -
MICROPHONE Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT Shure SRH940-EFS
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 Shure SRH940-EFS
Controls Volume -
CABLE Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT Shure SRH940-EFS
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.2 m
USB charge cable - detachable
Headphones cable - detachable - coiled - 3 m
Headphones cable - detachable
Cable Length 1.2 m 3 m
Detachable Cable Yes Yes
Plated Connector - Gold
BATTERY AND CHARGING Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT Shure SRH940-EFS
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer -
Battery Life 25 hour(s) -
Standby Time 1000 hours -
Charging Time 5 hour(s) -
CONNECTIONS Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT Shure SRH940-EFS
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
OTHERS Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT Shure SRH940-EFS
Included Accessories - Carrying case, 6.3 mm (1/4") stereo adapter, velour ear pads
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 2 years
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