Sony WH-1000XM3 vs. Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sony WH-1000XM3 and Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare design, sound quality, but also other key features of both headphones and easily decide which ones are the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the headphones that best fit your needs and expectations.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Sony WH-1000XM3 vs. Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony WH-1000XM3 Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC - 3.5 mm jack Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - 3.5 mm jack
Height 26.5 cm -
Width 18.6 cm -
Depth 2.93 cm -
Weight 255 g 180 g Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT are lighter than Sony WH-1000XM3 headphones.
Colour Black | Silver Black | Brown-grey
Earpad Material - Memory foam
Recommended Use Portable electronics -
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 10 m
High-Resolution Audio Yes -
SOUND QUALITY Sony WH-1000XM3 Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology - Dynamic
Ear Cups Type Closed Closed
Foldable - Yes Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.2 Bluetooth 5.0 Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Sony WH-1000XM3.
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, aptX HD, LDAC SBC, AAC, aptX
Active Noise Cancelling Yes - Sony WH-1000XM3 are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology Digital Noise Cancelling technology (DNC) -
Noise Isolating - Yes Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Volume Limiting Function Yes -
Sound Output Mode - Stereo
Sound Effects Digital Sound Enhancement Engine HX (DSEE HX) -
Frequency Response 4 - 40000 Hz 5 - 40000 Hz Sony WH-1000XM3 offer a larger frequency range than Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT.
Max Input Power - 1500 mW
Sensitivity 104.5 dB/mW 98 dB/mW Sony WH-1000XM3 have higher sensitivity than Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT.
Impedance 16 Ohm -
Diaphragm Aluminium coated LCP - 40 mm 45 mm Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT have a thicker diaphragm than Sony WH-1000XM3.
Magnet Material Neodymium -
In-Cord Volume Control - Yes
MICROPHONE Sony WH-1000XM3 Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT
Type - On-cable
Microphone Technology - Electret condenser
Microphone Operation Mode - Omni-directional
Noise Cancelling Yes - Sony WH-1000XM3 microphone can cancel out ambient noise.
Frequency Response - 50 - 4000 Hz
Sensitivity - -40 dB
REMOTE CONTROL Sony WH-1000XM3 Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT
Controls Volume, next/previous track, voice assistant, phone button Volume
CABLE Sony WH-1000XM3 Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT
Cable Type USB-C charge cable - detachable
Headphones cable - detachable - OFC - L shaped - 1.2 m
Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.2 m
USB charge cable - detachable
Cable Length 1.2 m 1.2 m
Detachable Cable Yes Yes
Plated Connector Gold -
FEATURES Sony WH-1000XM3 Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT
Intelligent Assistant Google Assistant -
Sensors Atmospheric pressure sensor -
Additional Functions Touch panel -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony WH-1000XM3 Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer
Battery Life 38 hour(s) 25 hour(s) Sony WH-1000XM3 lasts longer on a single charge than the Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT.
Battery Life Details Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF): up to 38 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON): up to 30 hours
Standby (noise cancelling ON): up to 30 hours
Standby (noise cancelling OFF): up to 200 hours
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Standby Time 200 hours 1000 hours Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT have longer standby time than Sony WH-1000XM3.
Charging Time 3 hour(s) 5 hour(s) Sony WH-1000XM3 recharge faster than Sony WH-1000XM3.
Included Qty 1 -
CONNECTIONS Sony WH-1000XM3 Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT
Connector Type USB (power only)
Headphones
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole)
OTHERS Sony WH-1000XM3 Audio-Technica ATH SR50BT
Included Accessories Carrying case, airplane adapter -
Service & Support Limited warranty - labour - 90 days
Limited warranty - parts - 1 year
Limited warranty - 2 years
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