Side by side comparison and review of Microsoft Surface Headphones and Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT. Compare design, sound quality and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect headphones. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the headphones that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Microsoft Surface Headphones | Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT |
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Product Type | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - 3.5 mm jack, USB-C | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless | |
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Height | 20.4 cm | - | |
Width | 19.5 cm | - | |
Depth | 4.8 cm | - | |
Weight | 290.3 g | 180 g | Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT are lighter than Microsoft Surface Headphones headphones. |
Colour | Light grey | Black | |
Recommended Use | - | Portable electronics | |
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) | - | 10 m |
SOUND QUALITY | Microsoft Surface Headphones | Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT |
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Headphones Form Factor | Full size | Full size | |
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Foldable | - | Yes | Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT can be folded. |
Connectivity Technology | Wireless | Wireless | |
Wireless Technology | Bluetooth | 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 | |
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | Yes | Both headphones 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 | - | 40 mW | |
Sensitivity | - | 96 dB/mW | |
Impedance | - | 32 Ohm | |
Max Sound Pressure | 115 dB | - | |
Diaphragm | 40 mm | 40 mm | Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm. |
In-Cord Volume Control | - | Yes |
MICROPHONE | Microsoft Surface Headphones | Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT |
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Form Factor | Built-in | Built-in | |
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Microphone Technology | - | Condenser | |
Microphone Operation Mode | - | Omni-directional | |
Frequency Response | - | 50 - 4000 Hz | |
Sensitivity | - | -36 dB |
REMOTE CONTROL | Microsoft Surface Headphones | Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT |
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Controls | Volume, power on/off, mute button, noise-cancellation suspend button | Volume, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track |
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CABLE | Microsoft Surface Headphones | Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT |
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Cable Type | Audio cable - detachable - 1.2 m USB-C cable - detachable - 1.5 m |
Headphones cable - detachable - 1.2 m USB charge cable - detachable - 30 cm |
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Cable Length | - | 1.2 m | |
Detachable Cable | Yes | Yes |
FEATURES | Microsoft Surface Headphones | Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT |
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Intelligent Assistant | Cortana | - |
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BATTERY AND CHARGING | Microsoft Surface Headphones | Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT |
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Battery Type | Headphone battery rechargeable | Headphone battery lithium polymer | |
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Battery Life | 15 hour(s) | 20 hour(s) | Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT lasts longer on a single charge than the Microsoft Surface Headphones. |
Charging Time | 2 hour(s) | 4 hour(s) | Microsoft Surface Headphones recharge faster than Microsoft Surface Headphones. |
CONNECTIONS | Microsoft Surface Headphones | Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT |
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Connector Type | Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) USB (USB Type-C) |
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OTHERS | Microsoft Surface Headphones | Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT |
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Included Accessories | Carrying case | - | |
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Compatibility | iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Mac, Windows | - | |
Service & Support | Limited warranty - 1 year | - |