In depth comparison and review of Bowers & Wilkins PX5 and Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2. 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 | Bowers & Wilkins PX5 | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 |
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| Product Type | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack | |
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| Series | - | M-Series | |
| Height | 22 cm | - | |
| Width | 16 cm | - | |
| Depth | 7.01 cm | - | |
| Weight | 254 g | 307 g | Bowers & Wilkins PX5 are lighter than Bowers & Wilkins PX5 headphones. |
| Colour | Blue | Space grey | Black | |
| Recommended Use | Portable electronics | Portable electronics | |
| Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) | - | 10 m |
| SOUND QUALITY | Bowers & Wilkins PX5 | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 |
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| Headphones Form Factor | On-ear | Full size | |
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| Headphones Technology | - | Dynamic | |
| Ear Cups Type | - | Closed | |
| Adjustable Headband | Yes | Yes | |
| Foldable | Yes | Yes | Both headphones can be folded. |
| Connectivity Technology | Wireless | Wireless, wired | |
| Wireless Technology | Bluetooth | Bluetooth | |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.0 | Bluetooth 5.0 | Both headphones have the same Bluetooth version. |
| 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) | Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) | |
| Bluetooth Audio Codec | aptX | SBC, AAC, LDAC | |
| Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | - | Bowers & Wilkins PX5 are equipped with active noice cancellation. |
| Active Noise Cancelling Technology | Adaptive Noise Cancelling | - | |
| Noise Isolating | Yes | - | Bowers & Wilkins PX5 are equipped with a noise isolating function. |
| Sound Output Mode | Stereo | Stereo | |
| Frequency Response | 10 - 30000 Hz | 15 - 28000 Hz | Bowers & Wilkins PX5 offer a larger frequency range than Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2. |
| Sensitivity | 111 dB | 99 dB/mW | Bowers & Wilkins PX5 have higher sensitivity than Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2. |
| Impedance | 22 Ohm | 38 Ohm | |
| Diaphragm | 35.6 mm | 45 mm | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 have a thicker diaphragm than Bowers & Wilkins PX5. |
| Features | - | MultiPoint Technology, Low Latency Mode, Google Fast Pair |
| MICROPHONE | Bowers & Wilkins PX5 | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 |
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| Form Factor | Built-in | Built-in | |
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| Microphone Operation Mode | - | Omni-directional, beamforming | |
| Frequency Response | - | 85 - 15000 Hz | |
| Sensitivity | - | -38 dBV/Pascal | |
| Microphones Included | 6 | 2 | Bowers & Wilkins PX5 have a built-in microphone. |
| REMOTE CONTROL | Bowers & Wilkins PX5 | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 |
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| Controls | Volume control, on/off, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track | Mute, volume, power on/off, status indicator, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, voice assistant |
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| CABLE | Bowers & Wilkins PX5 | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 |
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| Cable Type | Audio cable - detachable USB-C charge cable - detachable |
Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.2 m USB-C charge cable - detachable - 30 cm |
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| Cable Length | - | 1.2 m | |
| Detachable Cable | - | Yes | |
| Plated Connector | - | Gold |
| FEATURES | Bowers & Wilkins PX5 | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 |
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| Features | - | Fast charge | |
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| Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible | - | Yes | |
| Intelligent Assistant | - | Siri, Google Assistant, Alexa built-in | |
| Sensors | Proximity sensor | - | |
| Additional Functions | - | Amplifier |
| BATTERY AND CHARGING | Bowers & Wilkins PX5 | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 |
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| Battery Type | Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion | Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer | |
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| Battery Life | 24 hour(s) | 50 hour(s) | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 lasts longer on a single charge than the Bowers & Wilkins PX5. |
| Charging Time | - | 3.5 hour(s) |
| WIRELESS LINK | Bowers & Wilkins PX5 | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 |
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| Radio Transmitter Power | - | 5.1 mW |
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| CONNECTIONS | Bowers & Wilkins PX5 | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 |
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| Connector Type | - | Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) |
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| OTHERS | Bowers & Wilkins PX5 | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 |
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| Included Accessories | Headphones pouch | Protective pouch, USB-C charging cable | |
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| Compatibility | - | iPhone, Android phone, Android tablet | |
| Compliant Standards | - | RSS-102, FCC Part 15, CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB3(B) | |
| Service & Support | Limited warranty - 2 years | - |
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