In depth comparison and review of Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 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 | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 |
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| Product Type | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - 3.5 mm jack, USB-C | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack | |
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| Series | - | M-Series | |
| Height | 20.4 cm | - | |
| Width | 19.5 cm | - | |
| Depth | 4.8 cm | - | |
| Weight | 290.3 g | 307 g | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 are lighter than Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 headphones. |
| Colour | Light grey | Matte black | Black | |
| Recommended Use | - | Portable electronics | |
| Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) | - | 10 m |
| SOUND QUALITY | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 |
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| Headphones Form Factor | Full size | Full size | |
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| Headphones Technology | - | Dynamic | |
| Ear Cups Type | - | Closed | |
| Adjustable Headband | - | Yes | |
| Foldable | - | Yes | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 can be folded. |
| Connectivity Technology | Wireless | Wireless, wired | |
| Wireless Technology | Bluetooth | Bluetooth | |
| Bluetooth Version | - | Bluetooth 5.0 | |
| 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, LDAC | |
| Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | - | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 are equipped with active noice cancellation. |
| Sound Output Mode | Stereo | Stereo | |
| Frequency Response | 20 - 20000 Hz | 15 - 28000 Hz | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 offer a larger frequency range than Microsoft Surface Headphones 2. |
| Sensitivity | - | 99 dB/mW | |
| Impedance | - | 38 Ohm | |
| Max Sound Pressure | 115 dB | - | |
| Diaphragm | 40 mm | 45 mm | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 have a thicker diaphragm than Microsoft Surface Headphones 2. |
| Features | - | MultiPoint Technology, Low Latency Mode, Google Fast Pair |
| MICROPHONE | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 | 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 | - | 2 |
| REMOTE CONTROL | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 |
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| Controls | Volume, power on/off, mute button, noise-cancellation suspend button | Mute, volume, power on/off, status indicator, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, voice assistant |
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| CABLE | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 |
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| Cable Type | Audio cable - detachable - 1.2 m USB-C cable - detachable - 1.5 m |
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 | Yes | |
| Plated Connector | - | Gold |
| FEATURES | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 |
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| Features | - | Fast charge | |
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| Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible | Yes | Yes | |
| Intelligent Assistant | Cortana | Siri, Google Assistant, Alexa built-in | |
| Additional Functions | - | Amplifier |
| BATTERY AND CHARGING | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 |
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| Battery Type | Headphone battery rechargeable | Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer | |
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| Battery Life | 20 hour(s) | 50 hour(s) | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 lasts longer on a single charge than the Microsoft Surface Headphones 2. |
| Battery Life Details | Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / Bluetooth): up to 20 hours | - | |
| Charging Time | 2 hour(s) | 3.5 hour(s) | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 recharge faster than Microsoft Surface Headphones 2. |
| WIRELESS LINK | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 |
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| Radio Transmitter Power | - | 5.1 mW |
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| CONNECTIONS | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 |
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| Connector Type | Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) USB (USB Type-C) |
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) |
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| OTHERS | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 |
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| Included Accessories | Carrying case | Protective pouch, USB-C charging cable | |
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| Compatibility | iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Mac, Windows | iPhone, Android phone, Android tablet | |
| Compliant Standards | - | RSS-102, FCC Part 15, CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB3(B) | |
| Service & Support | Limited warranty - 1 year | - |
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