In depth comparison and review of Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS and Bowers & Wilkins PX7. 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 QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS | Bowers & Wilkins PX7 |
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Product Type | Headphones - wired - 3.5 mm jack | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack, USB-C | |
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Height | - | 22 cm | |
Width | - | 17.5 cm | |
Depth | - | 8 cm | |
Weight | 192 g | 304 g | Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS are lighter than Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS headphones. |
Colour | Black | Carbon | Space grey | Silver | |
Earpad Material | - | Soft leather, memory foam | |
Headband Material | - | Carbon fibre | |
Recommended Use | Portable electronics | Portable electronics |
SOUND QUALITY | Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS | Bowers & Wilkins PX7 |
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Headphones Form Factor | Full size | Full size | |
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Adjustable Headband | - | Yes | |
Foldable | - | Yes | Bowers & Wilkins PX7 can be folded. |
Connectivity Technology | Wired | Wireless, wired | |
Wireless Technology | - | Bluetooth | |
Bluetooth Version | - | Bluetooth 5.0 | |
Bluetooth Profiles | - | Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Generic Access Profile (GAP), Service Discovery Application Profile (SDAP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP), Device ID Profile (DIP) | |
Bluetooth Audio Codec | - | SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD | |
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | Yes | Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation. |
Active Noise Cancelling Technology | - | Adaptive Noise Cancelling | |
Noise Isolating | - | Yes | Bowers & Wilkins PX7 are equipped with a noise isolating function. |
Sound Output Mode | Stereo | Stereo | |
Frequency Response | 20 - 20000 Hz | 10 - 30000 Hz | Bowers & Wilkins PX7 offer a larger frequency range than Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS. |
Max Input Power | 500 mW | - | |
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) | - | <0.3% | |
Sensitivity | 97 dB/mW | 111 dB | Bowers & Wilkins PX7 have higher sensitivity than Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS. |
Impedance | 150 Ohm | 20 Ohm | |
Diaphragm | 40 mm | 43.6 mm | Bowers & Wilkins PX7 have a thicker diaphragm than Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS. |
MICROPHONE | Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS | Bowers & Wilkins PX7 |
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Form Factor | - | Built-in | |
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Type | On-cable | - | |
Microphone Operation Mode | Mono | - | |
Noise Cancelling | - | Yes | Bowers & Wilkins PX7 microphone can cancel out ambient noise. |
Noise Cancelling Technology | - | CVC2 (Clear Voice Communication v2) | |
Microphones Included | - | 6 |
REMOTE CONTROL | Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS | Bowers & Wilkins PX7 |
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Controls | On/off, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track | Volume control, on/off, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track |
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CABLE | Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS | Bowers & Wilkins PX7 |
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Cable Type | Headphones cable - detachable - 1.2 m | Headphones cable - detachable - 1.2 m USB to USB-C cable - detachable - 1.2 m |
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Detachable Cable | Yes | Yes |
FEATURES | Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS | Bowers & Wilkins PX7 |
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Sensors | - | Proximity sensor |
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BATTERY AND CHARGING | Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS | Bowers & Wilkins PX7 |
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Battery Type | 1 x battery - AAA type | Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer | |
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Battery Life | 40 hour(s) | 30 hour(s) | Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS lasts longer on a single charge than the Bowers & Wilkins PX7. |
Battery Life Details | - | Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / Bluetooth): up to 30 hours Continuous playback (with 15 min charge): up to 5 hours |
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Included Qty | 1 | - |
CONNECTIONS | Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS | Bowers & Wilkins PX7 |
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Connector Type | Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) | Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) USB (USB Type-C) |
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OTHERS | Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS | Bowers & Wilkins PX7 |
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Included Accessories | Airplane adapter, protective pouch | Carrying case | |
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Service & Support | Limited warranty - 1 year | Limited warranty - 2 years |