Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS vs. Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS and Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT. 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 QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS vs. Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT
Product Type Headphones - wired - 3.5 mm jack Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Weight 192 g 180 g Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT are lighter than Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS headphones.
Colour Black Black
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 10 m
SOUND QUALITY Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Foldable - Yes Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT 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
Active Noise Cancelling Yes Yes Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Both headphones offer the same frequency response.
Max Input Power 500 mW 40 mW
Sensitivity 97 dB/mW 96 dB/mW Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS have higher sensitivity than Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT.
Impedance 150 Ohm 32 Ohm
Diaphragm 40 mm 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
In-Cord Volume Control - Yes
MICROPHONE Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT
Form Factor - Built-in
Type On-cable -
Microphone Technology - Condenser
Microphone Operation Mode Mono Omni-directional
Frequency Response - 50 - 4000 Hz
Sensitivity - -36 dB
REMOTE CONTROL Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT
Controls On/off, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track Volume, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track
CABLE Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - 1.2 m Headphones cable - detachable - 1.2 m
USB charge cable - detachable - 30 cm
Cable Length - 1.2 m
Detachable Cable Yes Yes
BATTERY AND CHARGING Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT
Battery Type 1 x battery - AAA type Headphone battery lithium polymer
Battery Life 40 hour(s) 20 hour(s) Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS lasts longer on a single charge than the Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT.
Charging Time - 4 hour(s)
Included Qty 1 -
CONNECTIONS Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) -
OTHERS Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT
Included Accessories Airplane adapter, protective pouch -
Service & Support Limited warranty - 1 year -
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