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Audio Technica ATH-TWX9MK3 vs Soundcore R50i NC

What ATH-TWX9MK3 does better (5) and where R50i NC wins (0) — every spec side by side.

Audio Technica ATH-TWX9MK3
Audio Technica · 2026ATH-TWX9MK3
8.4Score
5 advantages≈ $280
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Soundcore R50i NC
Soundcore · 2026R50i NC
0 advantages
7.2Noise control & calls3.1

Why is ATH-TWX9MK3 better than R50i NC?

  1. Active noise cancellingYes · R50i NC: No
  2. Battery life15 h vs 10 h+50%
  3. Lowest frequency10 Hz vs 20 Hz2×
  4. Highest frequency40,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz2×
  5. Bluetooth version6 vs 5.3+13%

Why is R50i NC better than ATH-TWX9MK3?

R50i NC has no measurable advantages in this pair.

Specifications

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Sound
FitIn-earIn-ear
Ear cup design—Closed-back
Driver typeDynamicDynamic
Driver size5.8 mm—
Lowest frequency10 Hz20 Hz
Highest frequency40,000 Hz20,000 Hz
Impedance16 Ω—
Sensitivity107 dB—
Hi-Res AudioYes—
Adjustable equaliserYes—
Noise control
Active noise cancellingYesNo
Transparency / ambient modeYes—
Battery & charging
Battery life15 h10 h
Battery life with ANC11 h—
Charging time2.5 h—
Wireless charging (case)Yes—
Connectivity
WirelessYesYes
Bluetooth version65.3
Bluetooth codecsLDAC, LHDC, LC3, AAC, SBC—
Hi-res codec (LDAC / aptX HD / LHDC)Yes—
aptXNo—
LDACYes—
Multipoint (two devices)Yes—
LE AudioYes—
USB-CYesYes
Design & build
Earbud weight (each)5.1 g—
Protection ratingIPX4IP54
Water resistance (IPx)IPx4IPx4
Dust protection (IP)—5
Colours—Black
Features
Touch controlsYes—
Hands-free callsYes—
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