In depth comparison and review of Sennheiser PXC 550-II 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 | Sennheiser PXC 550-II | 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 | 17.4 cm | - | |
| Width | 13.6 cm | - | |
| Depth | 6.3 cm | - | |
| Weight | 227 g | 307 g | Sennheiser PXC 550-II are lighter than Sennheiser PXC 550-II headphones. |
| Colour | - | Black | |
| Recommended Use | Portable electronics | Portable electronics | |
| Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) | - | 10 m |
| SOUND QUALITY | Sennheiser PXC 550-II | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 |
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| Headphones Form Factor | Full size | Full size | |
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| Headphones Technology | Dynamic | 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), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) | Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) | |
| Bluetooth Audio Codec | SBC, AAC, aptX, apt-X LL | SBC, AAC, LDAC | |
| Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | - | Sennheiser PXC 550-II are equipped with active noice cancellation. |
| Sound Output Mode | Stereo | Stereo | |
| Frequency Response | 17 - 23000 Hz | 15 - 28000 Hz | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 offer a larger frequency range than Sennheiser PXC 550-II. |
| Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) | <0.5% | - | |
| Sensitivity | 110 dB | 99 dB/mW | Sennheiser PXC 550-II have higher sensitivity than Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2. |
| Impedance | 490 Ohm | 38 Ohm | |
| Diaphragm | 32 mm | 45 mm | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 have a thicker diaphragm than Sennheiser PXC 550-II. |
| Features | - | MultiPoint Technology, Low Latency Mode, Google Fast Pair |
| MICROPHONE | Sennheiser PXC 550-II | 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 | 50 - 10000 Hz | 85 - 15000 Hz | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 offer a larger microphone frequency range than Sennheiser PXC 550-II. |
| Sensitivity | -34 dBV/Pascal | -38 dBV/Pascal | |
| Microphones Included | 3 | 2 | Sennheiser PXC 550-II have a built-in microphone. |
| REMOTE CONTROL | Sennheiser PXC 550-II | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 |
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| Controls | Mute, volume, answer/end, hold, 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 | Sennheiser PXC 550-II | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 |
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| Cable Type | USB charge cable Audio cable |
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 | Sennheiser PXC 550-II | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 |
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| Features | - | Fast charge | |
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| Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible | Yes | Yes | |
| Intelligent Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant, Alexa | Siri, Google Assistant, Alexa built-in | |
| Additional Functions | Touch panel | Amplifier |
| BATTERY AND CHARGING | Sennheiser PXC 550-II | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 |
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| Battery Type | Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium | Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer | |
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| Battery Life | 30 hour(s) | 50 hour(s) | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 lasts longer on a single charge than the Sennheiser PXC 550-II. |
| Battery Life Details | Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / cable connection): up to 30 hours Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / Bluetooth): up to 20 hours |
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| Charging Time | 3 hour(s) | 3.5 hour(s) | Sennheiser PXC 550-II recharge faster than Sennheiser PXC 550-II. |
| WIRELESS LINK | Sennheiser PXC 550-II | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 |
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| Radio Transmitter Power | - | 5.1 mW |
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| CONNECTIONS | Sennheiser PXC 550-II | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 |
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| Connector Type | Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) USB (micro-USB) |
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) |
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| OTHERS | Sennheiser PXC 550-II | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 |
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| Included Accessories | Carrying case, airplane adapter | Protective pouch, USB-C charging cable | |
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| Compatibility | - | iPhone, Android phone, Android tablet | |
| Compliant Standards | MFI | RSS-102, FCC Part 15, CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB3(B) | |
| Service & Support | Limited warranty - 2 years | - |
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