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.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT | Sennheiser PXC 550-II |
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Product Type | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless | |
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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 |
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Headphones Form Factor | Full size | Full size | |
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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 |
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Form Factor | Built-in | Built-in | |
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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 |
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Controls | Volume, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track | Mute, volume, answer/end, hold, play/pause, next/previous track |
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CABLE | Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT | Sennheiser PXC 550-II |
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Cable Type | Headphones cable - detachable - 1.2 m USB charge cable - detachable - 30 cm |
USB charge cable Audio cable |
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Cable Length | 1.2 m | - | |
Detachable Cable | Yes | Yes |
FEATURES | Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT | Sennheiser PXC 550-II |
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Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible | - | Yes | |
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Intelligent Assistant | - | Siri, Google Assistant, Alexa | |
Additional Functions | - | Touch panel |
BATTERY AND CHARGING | Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT | Sennheiser PXC 550-II |
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Battery Type | Headphone battery lithium polymer | Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium | |
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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 |
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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 |
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Connector Type | - | Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) USB (micro-USB) |
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OTHERS | Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC500BT | Sennheiser PXC 550-II |
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Included Accessories | - | Carrying case, airplane adapter | |
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Compliant Standards | - | MFI | |
Service & Support | - | Limited warranty - 2 years |