Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS vs. Shure AONIC 50

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS and Shure AONIC 50. 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 QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS vs. Shure AONIC 50 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS Shure AONIC 50
Product Type Headphones - wired - 3.5 mm jack Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - 3.5 mm jack, USB-C
Weight 192 g 334 g Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS 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 Shure AONIC 50
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology - Dynamic
Connectivity Technology Wired Wireless
Wireless Technology - Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version - Bluetooth 5.0
Bluetooth Audio Codec - SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD, LDAC, apt-X LL
Active Noise Cancelling Yes Yes Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology - Adjustable noise cancellation
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects - Loudness, Vocal Boost, De-ess, Flat, Low Boost
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 20 - 22000 Hz Shure AONIC 50 offer a larger frequency range than Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS.
Max Input Power 500 mW 100 mW
Sensitivity 97 dB/mW 97 dB/mW Both headphones offer the same sensitivity.
Impedance 150 Ohm 39 Ohm
Diaphragm 40 mm 50 mm Shure AONIC 50 have a thicker diaphragm than Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS.
Magnet Material - Neodymium
Features - Environment mode
MICROPHONE Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS Shure AONIC 50
Form Factor - Built-in
Type On-cable -
Microphone Operation Mode Mono -
REMOTE CONTROL Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS Shure AONIC 50
Controls On/off, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track Volume, power on/off, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, reject call, pair mode, voice assistant
CABLE Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS Shure AONIC 50
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - 1.2 m Audio cable - detachable
Detachable Cable Yes Yes
Plated Connector - Nickel
FEATURES Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS Shure AONIC 50
Additional Functions - Amplifier
BATTERY AND CHARGING Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS Shure AONIC 50
Battery Type 1 x battery - AAA type Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life 40 hour(s) 20 hour(s) Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS lasts longer on a single charge than the Shure AONIC 50.
Included Qty 1 -
CONNECTIONS Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS Shure AONIC 50
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
USB (24 pin USB-C)
OTHERS Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS Shure AONIC 50
Included Accessories Airplane adapter, protective pouch Carrying case, USB-C charging cable
Compatibility - iPhone, iPad, Android phone
Service & Support Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 2 years
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