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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£180
  • Avg. price in US: ~$200
  • Form factor: over-ear
  • Connectivity: wireless
  • Battery life: 28 hours
  • Active noise cancellation (ANC): yes

Audio-Technica ATH SR50bt review. Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among headphones and if it is worth buying.

7.6

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the headphones' quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best headphones on the market.

Score components:

80.0%

7.6

Technical Score

20.0%

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User score

Very good
7.6

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the headphones' technical performance, covering key areas such as sound quality, noise cancelling, microphone performance, battery life, comfort, connectivity, features, and build quality.

When it matters: When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

52.0%

9.2

Sound

20.0%

6.7

Features

10.0%

6.6

Design

8.0%

4.0

Connectivity

6.0%

3.8

Battery

4.0%

7.5

Calls & Controls

Very good
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User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.

When it matters: When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.

Score components:

70.0%

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User reviews

30.0%

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Popularity

  • 7.0
    Gaming

    Score components:

    35.0%

    9.0

    Audio latency

    25.0%

    1.0

    Low-latency game mode

    20.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

    12.0%

    10

    Noise-canceling microphone

    8.0%

    4.5

    Battery life

  • 6.2
    Travel

    Score components:

    28.0%

    10

    Active noise cancellation (ANC)

    24.0%

    4.5

    Battery life

    18.0%

    4.1

    Weight

    16.0%

    1.0

    Multipoint support

    14.0%

    10

    Ambient sound mode

  • 7.5
    Calls

    Score components:

    28.0%

    10

    Noise-canceling microphone

    24.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

    18.0%

    1.0

    Multipoint support

    16.0%

    4.5

    Battery life

    14.0%

    10

    Companion app

  • 4.1
    Workout

    Score components:

    28.0%

    4.1

    Weight

    24.0%

    1.0

    Water resistance

    20.0%

    4.0

    IP rating

    16.0%

    4.5

    Battery life

    12.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

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Verdict

The Audio-Technica ATH-SR50BT is a pair of closed-back wireless over-ear headphones featuring 45mm drivers that deliver a wide frequency response of 5Hz–40,000Hz (wired) and support high-quality aptX and AAC codecs via Bluetooth 5.0. Key characteristics include active ambient noise reduction, a dedicated 'quick hear-through' button for instant situational awareness, and a battery life of up to 28 hours with both ANC and Bluetooth active. Main pros are its lightweight 262g foldable design, lush memory foam padding for long-term comfort, and Hi-Res Audio capability when used with the included 1.2m detachable cable. However, notable cons include an outdated Micro-USB charging port with a long 5.5-hour charge time, finicky touch-sensor controls on the left earcup, and ANC performance that is effective mainly for low-frequency rumbles rather than total silence.

Technical Specifications of Audio-Technica ATH SR50bt

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the headphones' technical performance, covering key areas such as sound quality, noise cancelling, microphone performance, battery life, comfort, connectivity, features, and build quality.

When it matters: When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

52.0%

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Sound

20.0%

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Features

10.0%

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Design

8.0%

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Connectivity

6.0%

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Battery

4.0%

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Calls & Controls

7.6
Audio-Technica ATH SR50bt has a technical score of 7.65 points, which is higher than that of 90.6% of products in this category.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.

When it matters: When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.

Score components:

70.0%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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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.
1.0
Audio-Technica ATH SR50bt has a popularity of 1 points, which is lower than 72.7% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the headphones' overall rating with their cost.

When it matters: When you are looking for headphones that offer a strong balance of performance, features, and price.

Score components:

60.0%

7.6

Overall score

40.0%

9.6

Price

8.2
Audio-Technica ATH SR50bt has a quality-to-price ratio of 8.2 points, which is higher than 89.1% of products in this category.
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

yes
Audio-Technica ATH SR50bt supports active noise cancellation. 72.6% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
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: MEDIUM

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: MEDIUM

45 mm
Audio-Technica ATH SR50bt uses a driver size of 45 mm, larger driver size than 83.6% of headphones and equal to 2.4% of headphones.
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

1
Audio-Technica ATH SR50bt uses 1 drivers, equal to 96% of headphones.
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

5 Hz
Audio-Technica ATH SR50bt reaches a lowest frequency of 5 Hz, lower lowest frequency than 86.3% of headphones and equal to 10.8% of headphones.
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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: MEDIUM

yes
Audio-Technica ATH SR50bt supports a noise-canceling microphone. 54.5% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
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: MEDIUM

yes
Audio-Technica ATH SR50bt is headset-ready, 84.7% is not. 15.3% of headphones can be used as headsets.
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

1
Audio-Technica ATH SR50bt has 1 microphones, more microphones than 25.9% of headphones and equal to 52.2% of headphones.
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

no
Audio-Technica ATH SR50bt does not include a boom microphone. 15.6% of headphones have a boom microphone.
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

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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: HIGH

wireless
Audio-Technica ATH SR50bt supports wireless connectivity, more flexible connectivity than 52.6% of headphones and equal to 47.4% of headphones.
supports both wireless and wired connectivity.
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: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5.0

5.0
Audio-Technica ATH SR50bt uses Bluetooth version 5.0, newer Bluetooth version than 70.9% of headphones and equal to 13% of headphones.
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

10 m
Audio-Technica ATH SR50bt offers a Bluetooth range of 10 m, higher Bluetooth range than 2.6% of headphones and equal to 79.9% of headphones.
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: HIGH

Good value: <60 ms

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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: MEDIUM

no
Audio-Technica ATH SR50bt does not support multipoint. 65.1% of headphones support multipoint.
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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

yes
Audio-Technica ATH SR50bt supports ambient sound mode. 23.2% of headphones support ambient sound mode.
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

yes
Audio-Technica ATH SR50bt supports EQ customization. 76.8% of headphones support EQ.
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

yes
Audio-Technica ATH SR50bt works with a companion app. 55.7% of headphones support companion apps.
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: LOW

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

yes
Audio-Technica ATH SR50bt supports voice assistants. 39.2% of headphones support voice assistants.
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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: HIGH

Good value: >45 hours

28 hours
Audio-Technica ATH SR50bt offers battery life of 28 hours, lower battery life than 54.4% of headphones and equal to 0.8% of headphones.
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: HIGH

Good value: >40 hours

28 hours
Audio-Technica ATH SR50bt offers battery life with ANC of 28 hours, lower battery life with ANC than 57.2% of headphones and equal to 2.2% of headphones.
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: MEDIUM

Good value: <=2 hours

5.5 hours
Audio-Technica ATH SR50bt needs 5.5 hours to charge, higher charging time than 96.8% of headphones and equal to 0.1% of headphones.
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: MEDIUM

no
Audio-Technica ATH SR50bt does not support quick charging. 69.1% of headphones support quick charge.
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: MEDIUM

Good value: >=720 mAh

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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: MEDIUM

Audio-Technica
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: HIGH

over-ear
Weight
What it is: Total weight of the headphones
When it matters: When long listening sessions make wearing comfort more important.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <150 g

262 g
Audio-Technica ATH SR50bt weighs 262 g, heavier than 67.9% of headphones and equal to 0.1% of headphones.
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: HIGH

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: MEDIUM

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Audio-Technica ATH SR50bt vs the average headphone

  • Active noise cancellation
    Audio-Technica ATH SR50bt supports active noise cancellation, the average headphone does not. 27.4% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
    What it is: Reduces background noise using active technology
    When it matters: When blocking office, travel, or aircraft noise is a priority.

    Importance: HIGH

    Audio-Technica ATH SR50bt supports active noise cancellation, the average headphone does not. 27.4% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
  • Hi-Res Audio certification
    Audio-Technica ATH SR50bt has Hi-Res Audio certification, the average headphone does not. 22.9% of headphones are Hi-Res Audio certified.
    What it is: Certified for high-resolution audio playback
    When it matters: When official support for high-resolution playback matters to you.

    Importance: LOW

    Audio-Technica ATH SR50bt has Hi-Res Audio certification, the average headphone does not. 22.9% of headphones are Hi-Res Audio certified.
  • EQ customization
    Audio-Technica ATH SR50bt supports EQ customization, the average headphone does not. 23.3% of headphones support EQ.
    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

    Audio-Technica ATH SR50bt supports EQ customization, the average headphone does not. 23.3% of headphones support EQ.
  • 13 Hz lower bass extension
    Audio-Technica ATH SR50bt has a lower lowest frequency than the average headphone (5 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

    Audio-Technica ATH SR50bt has a lower lowest frequency than the average headphone (5 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.5 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • 5 mm larger driver size
    Audio-Technica ATH SR50bt uses a larger driver size than the average headphone (45 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
    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: MEDIUM

    Audio-Technica ATH SR50bt uses a larger driver size than the average headphone (45 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.45 mm vs 40 mm
  • More flexible connectivity
    Audio-Technica ATH SR50bt offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.
    supports both wireless and 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: HIGH

    Audio-Technica ATH SR50bt offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.wireless vs wired
  • 20,000 Hz higher treble extension
    Audio-Technica ATH SR50bt has a higher highest frequency than the average headphone (40,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.
    What it is: Highest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce
    When it matters: When treble extension and overall frequency reach matter to you.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=24000 Hz

    Audio-Technica ATH SR50bt has a higher highest frequency than the average headphone (40,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.40000 Hz vs 20000 Hz
  • Clear call microphone
    Audio-Technica ATH SR50bt offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
    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: MEDIUM

    Audio-Technica ATH SR50bt offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
  • Foldable design
    Audio-Technica ATH SR50bt has a foldable design, the average headphone does not. 61% of headphones are foldable.
  • Active noise cancellation
    Audio-Technica ATH SR50bt supports active noise cancellation, the average headphone does not. 27.4% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
  • Hi-Res Audio certification
    Audio-Technica ATH SR50bt has Hi-Res Audio certification, the average headphone does not. 22.9% of headphones are Hi-Res Audio certified.
  • 13 Hz lower bass extension
    Audio-Technica ATH SR50bt has a lower lowest frequency than the average headphone (5 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
  • 5 mm larger driver size
    Audio-Technica ATH SR50bt uses a larger driver size than the average headphone (45 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
  • 20,000 Hz higher treble extension
    Audio-Technica ATH SR50bt has a higher highest frequency than the average headphone (40,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.
  • 15x higher input power handling
    Audio-Technica ATH SR50bt has a higher max input power than the average headphone (1,500 mW vs 100 mW). The average headphones handle max input power of 100 mW.
  • Rechargeable battery
    Audio-Technica ATH SR50bt has a rechargeable battery, the average headphone does not. 47.9% of headphones have a rechargeable battery.
  • Play while charging
    Audio-Technica ATH SR50bt can play while charging, the average headphone cannot. 55.9% of headphones support play while charging.
  • More flexible connectivity
    Audio-Technica ATH SR50bt offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.
  • Clear call microphone
    Audio-Technica ATH SR50bt offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
  • In-line controls
    Audio-Technica ATH SR50bt includes in-line controls, the average headphone does not. 36.4% of headphones support in-line controls.
  • Wind noise reduction
    Audio-Technica ATH SR50bt reduces wind noise, the average headphone does not. 34.1% of headphones support wind noise reduction.
  • Quick mic mute
    Audio-Technica ATH SR50bt includes a quick mic mute, the average headphone does not. 33.5% of headphones support a mute function.
  • EQ customization
    Audio-Technica ATH SR50bt supports EQ customization, the average headphone does not. 23.3% of headphones support EQ.

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Sound
Battery
Connectivity
Calls & Controls
Features
  • 20.2% higher weight
    Audio-Technica ATH SR50bt is heavier than the average headphone (262 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
  • 9 mm tighter earcup height
    Audio-Technica ATH SR50bt has tighter earcup height than the average headphone (51 mm vs 60 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup height of 60 mm.
  • 5 mm tighter earcup width
    Audio-Technica ATH SR50bt has tighter earcup width than the average headphone (38 mm vs 43 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup width of 43 mm.
  • 2 dB/mW lower sensitivity
    Audio-Technica ATH SR50bt has a lower sensitivity than the average headphone (100 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
  • 10 dB lower max SPL
    Audio-Technica ATH SR50bt has a lower max SPL than the average headphone (100 dB vs 110 dB). The average headphones reach a max SPL of 110 dB.
  • 3.5 hours longer charging time
    Audio-Technica ATH SR50bt has a higher charging time than the average headphone (5.5 hours vs 2 hours). The average headphones need 2 hours to charge.
  • 3.5 hours longer charging time
    Audio-Technica ATH SR50bt has a higher charging time than the average headphone (5.5 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: MEDIUM

    Good value: <=2 hours

    Audio-Technica ATH SR50bt has a higher charging time than the average headphone (5.5 hours vs 2 hours). The average headphones need 2 hours to charge.5.5 hours vs 2 hours
  • 20.2% higher weight
    Audio-Technica ATH SR50bt is heavier than the average headphone (262 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    What it is: Total weight of the headphones
    When it matters: When long listening sessions make wearing comfort more important.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <150 g

    Audio-Technica ATH SR50bt is heavier than the average headphone (262 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.262 g vs 218 g
  • 9 mm tighter earcup height
    Audio-Technica ATH SR50bt has tighter earcup height than the average headphone (51 mm vs 60 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup height of 60 mm.
    What it is: Internal height of the earcup cavity
    When it matters: When larger ears need enough space inside the earcups.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Audio-Technica ATH SR50bt has tighter earcup height than the average headphone (51 mm vs 60 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup height of 60 mm.51 mm vs 60 mm
  • 4.65x less popular
    Audio-Technica ATH SR50bt is less popular than the average headphone (1.00 vs 4.646).
    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.
    Audio-Technica ATH SR50bt is less popular than the average headphone (1.00 vs 4.646).1 vs 4.65
  • 2 dB/mW lower sensitivity
    Audio-Technica ATH SR50bt has a lower sensitivity than the average headphone (100 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

    Audio-Technica ATH SR50bt has a lower sensitivity than the average headphone (100 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.100 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • 5 mm tighter earcup width
    Audio-Technica ATH SR50bt has tighter earcup width than the average headphone (38 mm vs 43 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup width of 43 mm.
    What it is: Internal width of the earcup cavity
    When it matters: When earcup fit affects comfort and pressure around your ears.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Audio-Technica ATH SR50bt has tighter earcup width than the average headphone (38 mm vs 43 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup width of 43 mm.38 mm vs 43 mm
  • 2x more expensive
    Audio-Technica ATH SR50bt is more expensive than the average headphone (£180 vs £90).
    Audio-Technica ATH SR50bt is more expensive than the average headphone (£180 vs £90).£180 vs £90
  • 10 dB lower max SPL
    Audio-Technica ATH SR50bt has a lower max SPL than the average headphone (100 dB vs 110 dB). The average headphones reach a max SPL of 110 dB.
    What it is: Maximum safe sound pressure level
    When it matters: When high-volume headroom is part of your use case.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >=116 dB

    Audio-Technica ATH SR50bt has a lower max SPL than the average headphone (100 dB vs 110 dB). The average headphones reach a max SPL of 110 dB.100 dB vs 110 dB
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What customers like about Audio-Technica ATH SR50bt?

  • Excellent sound clarity and neutral acoustic profile
  • Great battery life averaging up to 28 hours per charge
  • Highly comfortable over long periods due to memory foam padding
  • Spacious earcup design accommodating larger ears well
  • Useful ambient hear-through and quick-attention modes
  • Sturdy and premium build quality featuring fold-flat portability

What customers dislike about Audio-Technica ATH SR50bt?

  • Finicky and frustrating touch control panel on the earcup
  • Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) is weaker compared to premium competitors
  • Outdated micro-USB charging port instead of modern USB-C
  • Unimpressive microphone quality during phone calls
  • Lack of custom EQ adjustment options within the official app
  • Included carrying pouch offers minimal physical protection

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