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Audio Technica ATH-M50xBT2 vs Grado SR125x

What ATH-M50xBT2 does better (2) and where SR125x wins (1) — every spec side by side.

Audio Technica ATH-M50xBT2
Audio Technica · 2021ATH-M50xBT2
5.2Score
2 advantages≈ $180
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Grado SR125x
Grado · 2021SR125x
1 advantage≈ $160
3.8Noise control & calls3.8

Why is ATH-M50xBT2 better than SR125x?

  1. Highest frequency28,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz+40%
  2. Lowest frequency15 Hz vs 20 Hz+33%

Why is SR125x better than ATH-M50xBT2?

  1. Weight307 g vs 160 g+92%
Specifications

Side by side

Grado SR125xGrado SR125x≈ $160
Sound
FitOver-earOn-ear
Ear cup designClosed-back—
Driver typeDynamic—
Driver size45 mm—
Number of drivers1—
Lowest frequency15 Hz20 Hz
Highest frequency28,000 Hz20,000 Hz
Impedance38 Ω38 Ω
Sensitivity99 dB99 dB
Adjustable equaliserYes—
Noise control
Active noise cancellingNoNo
Battery & charging
Battery life50 h—
Charging time3.5 h—
Quick charge (claimed)10 min → 3 h—
Fast charging supportYes—
Connectivity
WirelessYesNo
Bluetooth version5—
Bluetooth codecsLDAC, aptX, AAC, SBC—
Hi-res codec (LDAC / aptX HD / LHDC)Yes—
aptXYes—
LDACYes—
Multipoint (two devices)Yes—
USB-CYes—
3.5 mm jack / AUXYesYes
Design & build
Weight307 g160 g
FoldableYes—
Colours—Black
Features
Hands-free callsYes—
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