Sony MDR ZX330BT vs. Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Sony MDR ZX330BT and Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT. 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.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Sony MDR ZX330BT vs. Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony MDR ZX330BT Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - 3.5 mm jack
Weight 150 g 310 g Sony MDR ZX330BT are lighter than Sony MDR ZX330BT headphones.
Recommended Use Portable electronics -
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m 10 m The maximum operating distance of both headphones is the same.
SOUND QUALITY Sony MDR ZX330BT Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT
Headphones Form Factor On-ear Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic Dynamic
Ear Cups Type Closed Closed
Foldable Yes - Sony MDR ZX330BT can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 3.0 Bluetooth 5.0 Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Sony MDR ZX330BT.
Bluetooth Profiles Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP), Low Complexity Subband Coding (SBC) -
Bluetooth Audio Codec - SBC, AAC, aptX
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 15 - 28000 Hz Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT offer a larger frequency range than Sony MDR ZX330BT.
Sensitivity - 99 dB/mW
Impedance - 38 Ohm
Diaphragm 30 mm 45 mm Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT have a thicker diaphragm than Sony MDR ZX330BT.
MICROPHONE Sony MDR ZX330BT Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Microphone Technology Electret condenser -
Microphone Operation Mode Stereo -
Frequency Response 100 - 4000 Hz -
Audio Input Details Omni-directional - 100 - 4000 Hz -
REMOTE CONTROL Sony MDR ZX330BT Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT
Controls - Volume
CABLE Sony MDR ZX330BT Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT
Cable Type Micro-USB charge cable - 50 cm Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.2 m
USB charge cable - detachable - 30 cm
Plated Connector - Gold
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony MDR ZX330BT Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer
Battery Life 30 hours 40 hour(s) Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT lasts longer on a single charge than the Sony MDR ZX330BT.
Standby Time 300 hours -
Charging Time 4 hours 7 hour(s) Sony MDR ZX330BT recharge faster than Sony MDR ZX330BT.
WIRELESS LINK Sony MDR ZX330BT Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT
Transmission Range 10 m -
Modulation Type FHSS -
Radio Frequency Range 2.4 - 2.4835GHz -
CONNECTIONS Sony MDR ZX330BT Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT
Connector Type Bluetooth Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
OTHERS Sony MDR ZX330BT Audio-Technica ATH M50XBT
Included Accessories - Protective pouch
Service & Support - Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
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