Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS vs. Sony WH-1000XM2

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS 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 QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS vs. Sony WH-1000XM2 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS Sony WH-1000XM2
Product Type Headphones - wired - 3.5 mm jack Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC
Weight 192 g 275 g Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS are lighter than Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS headphones.
Colour Black Gold | Black
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 10 m
High-Resolution Audio - Yes
SOUND QUALITY Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS Sony WH-1000XM2
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology - Dynamic
Ear Cups Type - Closed
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 Yes Both headphones 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 20 - 20000 Hz 4 - 40000 Hz Sony WH-1000XM2 offer a larger frequency range than Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS.
Max Input Power 500 mW -
Sensitivity 97 dB/mW 103 dB/mW Sony WH-1000XM2 have higher sensitivity than Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS.
Impedance 150 Ohm 46 Ohm
Diaphragm 40 mm Aluminium coated LCP - 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
Magnet Material - Neodymium
MICROPHONE Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS Sony WH-1000XM2
Form Factor - Built-in
Type On-cable -
Microphone Technology - Electret condenser
Microphone Operation Mode Mono Omni-directional
Frequency Response - 50 - 8000 Hz
Audio Input Details - - 50 - 8000 Hz
REMOTE CONTROL Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS Sony WH-1000XM2
Controls On/off, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track Volume, noise-cancellation suspend button
CABLE Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS Sony WH-1000XM2
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - 1.2 m Headphones cable - detachable - OFC - L shaped - 1.5 m
Micro-USB cable - 50 cm
Cable Length - 1.5 m
Detachable Cable Yes Yes
Plated Connector - Gold
FEATURES Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS Sony WH-1000XM2
Intelligent Assistant - Google Assistant
BATTERY AND CHARGING Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS Sony WH-1000XM2
Battery Type 1 x battery - AAA type Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion
Battery Life 40 hour(s) 38 hour(s) Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS lasts longer on a single charge than the Sony WH-1000XM2.
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)
Included Qty 1 -
WIRELESS LINK Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS Sony WH-1000XM2
Transmission Range - 10 m
Radio Frequency Range - 2.4 - 2.4835GHz
CONNECTIONS Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS Sony WH-1000XM2
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole)
USB (power only) (5 pin Micro-USB Type B (power only))
OTHERS Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS Sony WH-1000XM2
Included Accessories Airplane adapter, protective pouch Carrying pouch, airplane adapter
Compatibility - iPhone, iPod, Android phone
Service & Support Limited warranty - 1 year -
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