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Audio Technica ATH-M50xBT2 vs Philips Fidelio X3

What ATH-M50xBT2 does better (1) and where Fidelio X3 wins (3) — every spec side by side.

Audio Technica ATH-M50xBT2
Audio Technica · 2021ATH-M50xBT2
5.2Score
1 advantage≈ $180
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Philips Fidelio X3
Philips · 2020Fidelio X3
3 advantages≈ $200
3.8Noise control & calls3.8

Why is ATH-M50xBT2 better than Fidelio X3?

  1. Weight307 g vs 435 g+42%

Why is Fidelio X3 better than ATH-M50xBT2?

  1. Lowest frequency15 Hz vs 5 Hz3×
  2. Highest frequency28,000 Hz vs 40,000 Hz+43%
  3. Driver size45 mm vs 50 mm+11%
Specifications

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Sound
FitOver-earOver-ear
Ear cup designClosed-backOpen-back
Driver typeDynamicDynamic
Driver size45 mm50 mm
Number of drivers11
Lowest frequency15 Hz5 Hz
Highest frequency28,000 Hz40,000 Hz
Impedance38 Ω30 Ω
Sensitivity99 dB100 dB
Hi-Res Audio—Yes
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 g435 g
FoldableYes—
Colours—Black
Features
Hands-free callsYes—
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