Audeze LCD-2 Classic Closed Back MAZE vs Audio Technica ATH-AWKT

What LCD-2 Classic Closed Back MAZE does better (2) and where ATH-AWKT wins (2) — every spec side by side.

2 advantages≈ $1,150

Audio Technica · 2021ATH-AWKT

2 advantages≈ $1,850

4.0Noise control & calls4.0

Why is LCD-2 Classic Closed Back MAZE better than ATH-AWKT?

Specifications

Only differences	Audeze LCD-2 Classic Closed Back MAZE≈ $1,150	Audio Technica ATH-AWKT≈ $1,850
Sound
Fit	Over-ear	On-ear
Ear cup design	—	Closed-back
Driver type	—	Dynamic
Driver size	106 mm	53 mm
Lowest frequency	10 Hz	5 Hz
Highest frequency	50,000 Hz	45,000 Hz
Impedance	70 Ω	48 Ω
Sensitivity	97 dB	102 dB
Noise control
Active noise cancelling	No	No
Connectivity
Wireless	No	No
3.5 mm jack / AUX	—	Yes
Design & build
Weight	612 g	405 g
Colours	Black	Black