Detailed comparison and review of Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS and Sony WH-1000XM3. 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.
| DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS | Sony WH-1000XM3 |
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| Product Type | Headphones - wired - 3.5 mm jack | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC - 3.5 mm jack | |
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| Height | - | 26.5 cm | |
| Width | - | 18.6 cm | |
| Depth | - | 2.93 cm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 255 g | Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS are lighter than Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS headphones. |
| Colour | Black | Black | Silver | |
| Recommended Use | Portable electronics | Portable electronics | |
| High-Resolution Audio | - | Yes |
| SOUND QUALITY | Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS | Sony WH-1000XM3 |
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| Headphones Form Factor | Full size | Full size | |
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| Ear Cups Type | - | Closed | |
| Connectivity Technology | Wired | Wireless | |
| Wireless Technology | - | Bluetooth | |
| Bluetooth Version | - | Bluetooth 4.2 | |
| 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. |
| Active Noise Cancelling Technology | - | Digital Noise Cancelling technology (DNC) | |
| Volume Limiting Function | - | Yes | |
| Sound Output Mode | Stereo | - | |
| Sound Effects | - | Digital Sound Enhancement Engine HX (DSEE HX) | |
| Frequency Response | 20 - 20000 Hz | 4 - 40000 Hz | Sony WH-1000XM3 offer a larger frequency range than Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS. |
| Max Input Power | 500 mW | - | |
| Sensitivity | 97 dB/mW | 104.5 dB/mW | Sony WH-1000XM3 have higher sensitivity than Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS. |
| Impedance | 150 Ohm | 16 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-1000XM3 |
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| Type | On-cable | - | |
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| Microphone Operation Mode | Mono | - | |
| Noise Cancelling | - | Yes | Sony WH-1000XM3 microphone can cancel out ambient noise. |
| REMOTE CONTROL | Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS | Sony WH-1000XM3 |
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| Controls | On/off, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track | Volume, next/previous track, voice assistant, phone button |
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| CABLE | Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS | Sony WH-1000XM3 |
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| Cable Type | Headphones cable - detachable - 1.2 m | USB-C charge cable - detachable Headphones cable - detachable - OFC - L shaped - 1.2 m |
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| Cable Length | - | 1.2 m | |
| Detachable Cable | Yes | Yes | |
| Plated Connector | - | Gold |
| FEATURES | Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS | Sony WH-1000XM3 |
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| Intelligent Assistant | - | Google Assistant | |
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| Sensors | - | Atmospheric pressure sensor | |
| Additional Functions | - | Touch panel |
| BATTERY AND CHARGING | Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS | Sony WH-1000XM3 |
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| Battery Type | 1 x battery - AAA type | Headphone battery rechargeable | |
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| Battery Life | 40 hour(s) | 38 hour(s) | Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS lasts longer on a single charge than the Sony WH-1000XM3. |
| Battery Life Details | - | Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF): up to 38 hours Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON): up to 30 hours Standby (noise cancelling ON): up to 30 hours Standby (noise cancelling OFF): up to 200 hours |
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| Standby Time | - | 200 hours | |
| Charging Time | - | 3 hour(s) | |
| Included Qty | 1 | 1 |
| CONNECTIONS | Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS | Sony WH-1000XM3 |
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| Connector Type | Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) | USB (power only) Headphones |
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| OTHERS | Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC50IS | Sony WH-1000XM3 |
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| Included Accessories | Airplane adapter, protective pouch | Carrying case, airplane adapter | |
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| Service & Support | Limited warranty - 1 year | Limited warranty - labour - 90 days Limited warranty - parts - 1 year |
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