Audio-Technica ATH-M50xBT2 vs Sony WH-1000XM6
Audio-Technica ATH-M50xBT2
Audio-Technica
7.9
Recommended
Sony WH-1000XM6
Sony
8.9
Must Buy
What Reviewers Agree On
- Studio-accurate sound quality — excellent for critical listening
- LDAC hi-res Bluetooth support
- Excellent value at $199
Deal Breakers
- No active noise cancellation — a non-starter for commuters
What Reviewers Agree On
- Best-in-class ANC — blocks more noise than any competitor
- Lighter and more comfortable than XM5 for extended wear
- Outstanding 40+ hour battery life
Detailed Comparison
Sound Quality
Audio-Technica ATH-M50xBT2
Studio-grade audio accuracy in wireless form.
- Retains the M50x signature sound — flat, accurate, revealing, great for mixing and critical listening
- LDAC support means you get near-lossless audio quality over Bluetooth
Sony WH-1000XM6
Refined sound signature with more detail and clarity compared to XM5, while retaining excellent bass.
- New 30mm drivers deliver more detailed mids and tighter bass than XM5
- LDAC and DSEE Ultimate upscaling make streaming audio sound noticeably better
- Slightly less bass emphasis than XM5 — more neutral tuning may not suit everyone
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