Name: Artiste Audio B5
Brand: Artiste

Technical Specifications of pair of headphones Artiste Audio B5

Overall score

5.5

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Popularity

What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the headphones.

When it matters: When you prefer headphones that have already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.

Sound

5.2

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Active noise cancellation (ANC)

What it is: Reduces background noise using active technology

When it matters: When blocking office, travel, or aircraft noise is a priority.

Importance: HIGH

Driver type

What it is: Type of speaker driver technology used

When it matters: When the underlying sound character and driver technology matter to you.

Importance: HIGH

dynamic

Driver size

What it is: Diameter of the speaker driver unit

When it matters: When you want extra hardware context behind how the headphones may handle bass weight, scale, or overall presentation.

Importance: HIGH

Number of drivers

What it is: Total number of speaker drivers per earcup

When it matters: When multi-driver designs are part of your buying criteria.

Importance: LOW

Lowest frequency

What it is: Lowest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce

When it matters: When deeper bass extension matters for your music or movie listening.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=10 Hz

Calls & Controls

7.0

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Noise-canceling microphone

What it is: Built-in microphone reduces background noise during calls

When it matters: When you take calls in busy spaces and want your voice to stay clearer.

Importance: LOW

Can be used as a headset

What it is: Shows whether the headphones can handle voice chat and calls in addition to normal audio playback.

When it matters: When one pair needs to cover music, calls, meetings, and gaming chat.

Importance: LOW

Number of microphones

What it is: Total number of built-in microphones

When it matters: When call pickup quality and beamforming support matter to you.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=2

Boom microphone

What it is: Includes detachable boom microphone for voice clarity

When it matters: When you need stronger voice clarity for gaming, streaming, or work calls.

Importance: LOW

Microphone SNR

What it is: Signal-to-noise ratio of the microphone

When it matters: When call clarity matters and you want your voice picked up more cleanly instead of buried in background hiss.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >80 dB

Connectivity

6.4

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Connectivity

What it is: Available connection methods (wired, wireless, Bluetooth, etc.)

When it matters: When the headphones need to match how you listen across wired and wireless devices.

Importance: LOW

Bluetooth version

What it is: Version of Bluetooth technology supported

When it matters: When wireless stability, efficiency, and feature support matter more than treating Bluetooth as a box-check spec.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=5.0

Maximum Bluetooth range

What it is: Maximum wireless operating distance from source device

When it matters: When you move around rooms and want fewer dropouts from your source device.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=10 m

Audio latency

What it is: Delay between audio and video in wireless mode

When it matters: When you watch video or play games and need sound to stay in sync.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <60 ms

Multipoint support

What it is: Supports simultaneous connections to multiple devices

When it matters: When you switch often between a phone and a laptop during the day.

Importance: LOW

Features

4.7

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Ambient sound mode

What it is: Allows external sounds to pass through for awareness

When it matters: When you need to stay aware of traffic, voices, or announcements.

Importance: MEDIUM

EQ support

What it is: Allows customization of sound profile via equalizer

When it matters: When the stock tuning is not enough and you want to shape bass, mids, or treble to match your taste.

Importance: MEDIUM

Companion app

What it is: Dedicated mobile app for customization and updates

When it matters: When software customization, updates, and extra controls matter.

Importance: MEDIUM

Adjustable ANC levels

What it is: Allows adjustment of noise cancellation intensity levels

When it matters: When you move between quiet rooms, offices, streets, and public transport and do not want one ANC setting for every situation.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=4

N/A

Voice assistant support

What it is: Compatible with voice assistants like Siri, Alexa, or Google Assistant

When it matters: When hands-free control is part of your daily routine.

Importance: LOW

Battery

4.0

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Battery life

What it is: Playback time on a single charge

When it matters: When you commute, travel, or work long shifts and do not want charging breaks to interrupt listening.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >45 hours

Battery life with ANC

What it is: Playback time with active noise cancellation enabled

When it matters: When you plan to keep noise cancellation on for most of the day.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >40 hours

N/A

Charging time

What it is: Time required for a full battery charge

When it matters: When you often need the headphones ready again after short breaks.

Importance: LOW

Good value: <=2 hours

Quick charge

What it is: Provides quick playback time with short charging period

When it matters: When a short top-up needs to deliver useful playback before you leave.

Importance: LOW

Battery capacity

What it is: Total energy storage of the internal battery

When it matters: When you are estimating how much battery headroom the design may have before relying only on the official runtime claim.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=720 mAh

Design

8.7

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Brand name

What it is: The manufacturer or brand of the product.

When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

Importance: LOW

Artiste

Form factor

What it is: Overall design type of the headphones (over-ear, on-ear, in-ear, etc.)

When it matters: When comfort, portability, and isolation depend on the overall headphone style.

Importance: LOW

over-ear

Weight

What it is: Total weight of the headphones

When it matters: When long listening sessions make wearing comfort more important.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <150 g

Acoustic design

What it is: Type of acoustic design (open-back, closed-back, semi-open)

When it matters: When you need the right balance of isolation, leakage, and soundstage.

Importance: LOW

closed-back

Clamp force

What it is: Amount of clamping pressure applied to the head

When it matters: When comfort and fit security matter during long sessions.

Importance: LOW

Artiste Audio B5 vs the average pair of headphones

Why is Artiste Audio B5 better than the average pair of headphones?

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110 ms lower audio latency
Artiste Audio B5 has a lower audio latency than the average pair of headphones (40 ms vs 150 ms). The average headphones have audio latency of 150 ms.
What it is: Delay between audio and video in wireless mode
When it matters: When you watch video or play games and need sound to stay in sync.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: <60 ms
Artiste Audio B5 has a lower audio latency than the average pair of headphones (40 ms vs 150 ms). The average headphones have audio latency of 150 ms.40 ms vs 150 ms
More flexible connectivity
Artiste Audio B5 offers more flexible connectivity than the average pair of headphones (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.
What it is: Available connection methods (wired, wireless, Bluetooth, etc.)
When it matters: When the headphones need to match how you listen across wired and wireless devices.
Importance: LOW
Artiste Audio B5 offers more flexible connectivity than the average pair of headphones (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.wireless vs wired
On-device controls
Artiste Audio B5 includes on-device controls, the average pair of headphones does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
What it is: Physical controls available directly on headphones
When it matters: When you need playback, volume, or call controls to be easy to reach without pulling out your phone.
Importance: LOW
Artiste Audio B5 includes on-device controls, the average pair of headphones does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
Dongle included
Artiste Audio B5 includes a dongle, the average pair of headphones does not. 4.6% of headphones include a dongle.
What it is: Comes with a USB or wireless dongle for connectivity
When it matters: When you want a more reliable low-hassle wireless connection for a PC, console, or work machine without depending only on Bluetooth.
Importance: LOW
Artiste Audio B5 includes a dongle, the average pair of headphones does not. 4.6% of headphones include a dongle.
Sidetone support
Artiste Audio B5 supports sidetone, the average pair of headphones does not. 25.3% of headphones support sidetone.
What it is: Lets users hear their own voice during calls
When it matters: When long calls matter and you do not want to sound unnaturally loud in your own ears while speaking.
Importance: LOW
Artiste Audio B5 supports sidetone, the average pair of headphones does not. 25.3% of headphones support sidetone.
USB-C charging
Artiste Audio B5 uses USB-C charging, the average pair of headphones does not. 29.5% of headphones use USB Type-C.
What it is: Uses USB-C connector for charging or data
When it matters: When you want to charge with the same cable family used by your phone, tablet, laptop, or other daily devices.
Importance: LOW
Artiste Audio B5 uses USB-C charging, the average pair of headphones does not. 29.5% of headphones use USB Type-C.
NFC pairing
Artiste Audio B5 supports NFC pairing, the average pair of headphones does not. 11.7% of headphones support NFC pairing.
What it is: Supports one-tap pairing via NFC
When it matters: When one-tap Bluetooth pairing matters for convenience.
Importance: LOW
Artiste Audio B5 supports NFC pairing, the average pair of headphones does not. 11.7% of headphones support NFC pairing.
AptX support
Artiste Audio B5 supports aptX, the average pair of headphones does not. 18.4% of headphones support aptX.
What it is: Supports Qualcomm aptX codec for higher-quality Bluetooth sound
When it matters: When you use compatible Android gear and want broader higher-quality Bluetooth support.
Importance: LOW
Artiste Audio B5 supports aptX, the average pair of headphones does not. 18.4% of headphones support aptX.
17 dB SPL higher sound pressure level
Artiste Audio B5 has a higher sound pressure level than the average pair of headphones (120 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL). The average headphones reach a sound pressure level of 103 dB SPL.
USB-C charging
Artiste Audio B5 uses USB-C charging, the average pair of headphones does not. 29.5% of headphones use USB Type-C.
Rechargeable battery
Artiste Audio B5 has a rechargeable battery, the average pair of headphones does not. 47.9% of headphones have a rechargeable battery.
110 ms lower audio latency
Artiste Audio B5 has a lower audio latency than the average pair of headphones (40 ms vs 150 ms). The average headphones have audio latency of 150 ms.
More flexible connectivity
Artiste Audio B5 offers more flexible connectivity than the average pair of headphones (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.
Dongle included
Artiste Audio B5 includes a dongle, the average pair of headphones does not. 4.6% of headphones include a dongle.
NFC pairing
Artiste Audio B5 supports NFC pairing, the average pair of headphones does not. 11.7% of headphones support NFC pairing.
AptX support
Artiste Audio B5 supports aptX, the average pair of headphones does not. 18.4% of headphones support aptX.
Multipoint connections
Artiste Audio B5 supports multipoint connections, while the average pair of headphones does not. 30.2% of headphones support multipoint connections.
On-device controls
Artiste Audio B5 includes on-device controls, the average pair of headphones does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
Sidetone support
Artiste Audio B5 supports sidetone, the average pair of headphones does not. 25.3% of headphones support sidetone.

Why is Artiste Audio B5 worse than the average pair of headphones?

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Tangle-prone cable
Artiste Audio B5 uses a tangle-prone cable, while the average pair of headphones is easier to manage. 64.2% of headphones use a tangle-free cable.
No passive noise reduction
Artiste Audio B5 does not offer passive noise reduction, while the average pair of headphones does. 82.6% of headphones have passive noise reduction.
8 dB/mW lower sensitivity
Artiste Audio B5 has a lower sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (94 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
2 Hz weaker bass extension
Artiste Audio B5 has a higher lowest frequency than the average pair of headphones (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
1 hours longer charging time
Artiste Audio B5 has a higher charging time than the average pair of headphones (3 hours vs 2 hours). The average headphones need 2 hours to charge.
18 hours shorter battery life
Artiste Audio B5 has a lower battery life than the average pair of headphones (12 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.
39.7% lower battery capacity
Artiste Audio B5 has a lower battery capacity than the average pair of headphones (350 mAh vs 580 mAh). The average headphones have a battery capacity of 580 mAh.
No voice assistant support
Artiste Audio B5 does not support voice assistants, the average pair of headphones does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
No passive noise reduction
Artiste Audio B5 does not offer passive noise reduction, while the average pair of headphones does. 82.6% of headphones have passive noise reduction.
What it is: Shows whether the headphones reduce outside noise through physical sealing, fit, and materials rather than active electronics.
When it matters: When you want better isolation from fit and seal alone, even with ANC turned off or not available.
Importance: HIGH
Artiste Audio B5 does not offer passive noise reduction, while the average pair of headphones does. 82.6% of headphones have passive noise reduction.
1 hours longer charging time
Artiste Audio B5 has a higher charging time than the average pair of headphones (3 hours vs 2 hours). The average headphones need 2 hours to charge.
What it is: Time required for a full battery charge
When it matters: When you often need the headphones ready again after short breaks.
Importance: LOW
Good value: <=2 hours
Artiste Audio B5 has a higher charging time than the average pair of headphones (3 hours vs 2 hours). The average headphones need 2 hours to charge.3 hours vs 2 hours
No voice assistant support
Artiste Audio B5 does not support voice assistants, the average pair of headphones does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
What it is: Compatible with voice assistants like Siri, Alexa, or Google Assistant
When it matters: When hands-free control is part of your daily routine.
Importance: LOW
Artiste Audio B5 does not support voice assistants, the average pair of headphones does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
8 dB/mW lower sensitivity
Artiste Audio B5 has a lower sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (94 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
What it is: Sound pressure output level per unit of input power
When it matters: When you plan to use weaker sources like phones, handhelds, or entry-level dongles and still want enough volume.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: >=106 dB/mW
Artiste Audio B5 has a lower sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (94 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.94 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
18 hours shorter battery life
Artiste Audio B5 has a lower battery life than the average pair of headphones (12 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.
What it is: Playback time on a single charge
When it matters: When you commute, travel, or work long shifts and do not want charging breaks to interrupt listening.
Importance: LOW
Good value: >45 hours
Artiste Audio B5 has a lower battery life than the average pair of headphones (12 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.12 hours vs 30 hours
2 Hz weaker bass extension
Artiste Audio B5 has a higher lowest frequency than the average pair of headphones (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
What it is: Lowest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce
When it matters: When deeper bass extension matters for your music or movie listening.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: <=10 Hz
Artiste Audio B5 has a higher lowest frequency than the average pair of headphones (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.20 Hz vs 18 Hz
39.7% lower battery capacity
Artiste Audio B5 has a lower battery capacity than the average pair of headphones (350 mAh vs 580 mAh). The average headphones have a battery capacity of 580 mAh.
What it is: Total energy storage of the internal battery
When it matters: When you are estimating how much battery headroom the design may have before relying only on the official runtime claim.
Importance: LOW
Good value: >=720 mAh
Artiste Audio B5 has a lower battery capacity than the average pair of headphones (350 mAh vs 580 mAh). The average headphones have a battery capacity of 580 mAh.350 mAh vs 580 mAh
5.87x less popular
Artiste Audio B5 is less popular than the average pair of headphones (1.00 vs 5.869).
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the headphones.
When it matters: When you prefer headphones that have already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.
Artiste Audio B5 is less popular than the average pair of headphones (1.00 vs 5.869).1 vs 5.87