Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT vs. Sennheiser PXC 550-II

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT and Sennheiser PXC 550-II. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare design, sound quality, but also other key features of both headphones and easily decide which ones are the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the headphones that best fit your needs and expectations.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT vs. Sennheiser PXC 550-II Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT Sennheiser PXC 550-II
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Height - 17.4 cm
Width - 13.6 cm
Depth - 6.3 cm
Weight 180 g 227 g Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT are lighter than Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT headphones.
Colour Black -
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m -
SOUND QUALITY Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT Sennheiser PXC 550-II
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology - Dynamic
Adjustable Headband - Yes
Foldable Yes Yes Both headphones can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 5.0 Sennheiser PXC 550-II have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT.
Bluetooth Profiles Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
Bluetooth Audio Codec SBC SBC, AAC, aptX, apt-X LL
Active Noise Cancelling Yes Yes Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 17 - 23000 Hz Sennheiser PXC 550-II offer a larger frequency range than Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT.
Max Input Power 40 mW -
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) - <0.5%
Sensitivity 96 dB/mW 110 dB Sennheiser PXC 550-II have higher sensitivity than Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT.
Impedance 32 Ohm 490 Ohm
Diaphragm 40 mm 32 mm Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT have a thicker diaphragm than Sennheiser PXC 550-II.
In-Cord Volume Control Yes -
MICROPHONE Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT Sennheiser PXC 550-II
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Microphone Technology Condenser -
Microphone Operation Mode Omni-directional -
Frequency Response 50 - 4000 Hz 50 - 10000 Hz Sennheiser PXC 550-II offer a larger microphone frequency range than Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT.
Sensitivity -36 dB -34 dBV/Pascal
Microphones Included - 3
REMOTE CONTROL Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT Sennheiser PXC 550-II
Controls Volume, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track Mute, volume, answer/end, hold, play/pause, next/previous track
CABLE Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT Sennheiser PXC 550-II
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - 1.2 m
USB charge cable - detachable - 30 cm
USB charge cable
Audio cable
Cable Length 1.2 m -
Detachable Cable Yes Yes
FEATURES Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT Sennheiser PXC 550-II
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
Intelligent Assistant - Siri, Google Assistant, Alexa
Additional Functions - Touch panel
BATTERY AND CHARGING Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT Sennheiser PXC 550-II
Battery Type Headphone battery lithium polymer Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium
Battery Life 20 hour(s) 30 hour(s) Sennheiser PXC 550-II lasts longer on a single charge than the Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT.
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / cable connection): up to 30 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / Bluetooth): up to 20 hours
Charging Time 4 hour(s) 3 hour(s) Sennheiser PXC 550-II recharge faster than Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT.
CONNECTIONS Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT Sennheiser PXC 550-II
Connector Type - Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
USB (micro-USB)
OTHERS Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT Sennheiser PXC 550-II
Included Accessories - Carrying case, airplane adapter
Compliant Standards - MFI
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 2 years
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