Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BK vs. Sony WH-1000XM2

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BK and Sony WH-1000XM2. 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-SR5BK vs. Sony WH-1000XM2 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BK Sony WH-1000XM2
Product Type Headphones - wired - 3.5 mm jack Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC
Weight 165 g 275 g Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BK are lighter than Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BK headphones.
Colour Black Gold | Black
Earpad Material Memory foam -
Recommended Use Portable electronics, phone Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 10 m
High-Resolution Audio - Yes
SOUND QUALITY Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BK Sony WH-1000XM2
Headphones Form Factor On-ear Full size
Headphones Technology - Dynamic
Ear Cups Type Closed Closed
Adjustable Headband Yes -
Foldable - Yes Sony WH-1000XM2 can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wired Wireless
Wireless Technology - Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version - Bluetooth 4.1
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, aptX HD, LDAC
Active Noise Cancelling - Yes Sony WH-1000XM2 are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects - Digital Sound Enhancement Engine HX (DSEE HX), S-Master HX
Frequency Response 5 - 40000 Hz 4 - 40000 Hz Sony WH-1000XM2 offer a larger frequency range than Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BK.
Max Input Power 1500 mW -
Sensitivity 100 dB/mW 103 dB/mW Sony WH-1000XM2 have higher sensitivity than Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BK.
Impedance 35 Ohm 46 Ohm
Diaphragm 45 mm Aluminium coated LCP - 40 mm Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BK have a thicker diaphragm than Sony WH-1000XM2.
Magnet Material - Neodymium
In-Cord Volume Control Yes -
MICROPHONE Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BK Sony WH-1000XM2
Form Factor - Built-in
Type On-cable -
Microphone Technology Condenser Electret condenser
Microphone Operation Mode - Omni-directional
Frequency Response 50 - 4000 Hz 50 - 8000 Hz Sony WH-1000XM2 offer a larger microphone frequency range than Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BK.
Audio Input Details Omni-directional - 50 - 4000 Hz - 50 - 8000 Hz
Sensitivity -40 dB -
REMOTE CONTROL Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BK Sony WH-1000XM2
Controls Volume, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track Volume, noise-cancellation suspend button
CABLE Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BK Sony WH-1000XM2
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.2 m Headphones cable - detachable - OFC - L shaped - 1.5 m
Micro-USB cable - 50 cm
Cable Length 1.2 m 1.5 m
Detachable Cable Yes Yes
Plated Connector - Gold
FEATURES Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BK Sony WH-1000XM2
Intelligent Assistant - Google Assistant
BATTERY AND CHARGING Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BK Sony WH-1000XM2
Battery Type - Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion
Battery Life - 38 hour(s)
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON): up to 30 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF): up to 38 hours
Standby (noise cancelling ON): up to 40 hours
Standby (noise cancelling OFF): up to 200 hours
Standby Time - 200 hours
Charging Time - 4 hour(s)
WIRELESS LINK Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BK Sony WH-1000XM2
Transmission Range - 10 m
Radio Frequency Range - 2.4 - 2.4835GHz
CONNECTIONS Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BK Sony WH-1000XM2
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole)
USB (power only) (5 pin Micro-USB Type B (power only))
OTHERS Audio-Technica ATH-SR5BK Sony WH-1000XM2
Included Accessories Carrying pouch Carrying pouch, airplane adapter
Compatibility - iPhone, iPod, Android phone
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years -
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