Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS vs. Sony MDR ZX220BT

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS and Sony MDR ZX220BT. 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. Sony MDR ZX220BT Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS Sony MDR ZX220BT
Product Type Headphones - wired - 3.5 mm jack Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC
Weight 192 g 130 g Sony MDR ZX220BT are lighter than Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS headphones.
Colour Black Grey | Blue | Black
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 10 m
SOUND QUALITY Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS Sony MDR ZX220BT
Headphones Form Factor Full size On-ear
Headphones Technology - Dynamic
Ear Cups Type - Closed
Foldable - Yes Sony MDR ZX220BT 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)
Active Noise Cancelling Yes - Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS 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 -
Sensitivity 97 dB/mW 100 dB Sony MDR ZX220BT have higher sensitivity than Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS.
Impedance 150 Ohm 24 Ohm
Diaphragm 40 mm 30 mm Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS have a thicker diaphragm than Sony MDR ZX220BT.
Magnet Material - Neodymium
MICROPHONE Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS Sony MDR ZX220BT
Form Factor - Built-in
Type On-cable -
Microphone Technology - Electret condenser
Microphone Operation Mode Mono -
Frequency Response - 100 - 4000 Hz
Audio Input Details - Omni-directional
REMOTE CONTROL Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS Sony MDR ZX220BT
Controls On/off, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track Volume control
CABLE Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS Sony MDR ZX220BT
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - 1.2 m Micro-USB cable - detachable
Detachable Cable Yes -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS Sony MDR ZX220BT
Battery Type 1 x battery - AAA type Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion
Battery Life 40 hour(s) 8 hour(s) Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS lasts longer on a single charge than the Sony MDR ZX220BT.
Standby Time - 200 hours
Charging Time - 2.5 hour(s)
Included Qty 1 -
WIRELESS LINK Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS Sony MDR ZX220BT
Transmission Range - 10 m
Modulation Type - FHSS
Radio Frequency Range - 2.4 - 2.4835GHz
CONNECTIONS Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS Sony MDR ZX220BT
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) Bluetooth
USB
OTHERS Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS Sony MDR ZX220BT
Included Accessories Airplane adapter, protective pouch -
Service & Support Limited warranty - 1 year -
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