In depth comparison and review of Philips TAH8505BK and Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2. Compare design, audio features, functions and other important specifications to easily choose the right headphones for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the headphones that will best fit your needs.
| DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Philips TAH8505BK | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 |
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| Product Type | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless, wired | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack | |
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| Series | - | M-Series | |
| Weight | 278 g | 307 g | Philips TAH8505BK are lighter than Philips TAH8505BK headphones. |
| Colour | Black | Black | |
| Recommended Use | Portable electronics | Portable electronics | |
| Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) | 10 m | 10 m | The maximum operating distance of both headphones is the same. |
| High-Resolution Audio | Yes | - |
| SOUND QUALITY | Philips TAH8505BK | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 |
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| Headphones Form Factor | Full size | Full size | |
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| Headphones Technology | - | Dynamic | |
| Ear Cups Type | Closed | Closed | |
| Adjustable Headband | Yes | Yes | |
| Foldable | Yes | Yes | Both headphones can be folded. |
| Connectivity Technology | Wireless, wired | Wireless, wired | |
| Wireless Technology | Bluetooth | Bluetooth | |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.0 | Bluetooth 5.0 | Both headphones have the same Bluetooth version. |
| 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, LDAC | |
| Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | - | Philips TAH8505BK are equipped with active noice cancellation. |
| Noise Isolating | Yes | - | Philips TAH8505BK are equipped with a noise isolating function. |
| Sound Output Mode | - | Stereo | |
| Frequency Response | 7 - 40000 Hz | 15 - 28000 Hz | Philips TAH8505BK offer a larger frequency range than Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2. |
| Max Input Power | 30 mW | - | |
| Sensitivity | 90 dB | 99 dB/mW | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 have higher sensitivity than Philips TAH8505BK. |
| Impedance | 16 Ohm | 38 Ohm | |
| Diaphragm | PET - 40 mm | 45 mm | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 have a thicker diaphragm than Philips TAH8505BK. |
| Magnet Material | Neodymium | - | |
| Features | - | MultiPoint Technology, Low Latency Mode, Google Fast Pair |
| MICROPHONE | Philips TAH8505BK | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 |
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| Form Factor | Built-in | Built-in | |
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| Microphone Operation Mode | - | Omni-directional, beamforming | |
| Frequency Response | - | 85 - 15000 Hz | |
| Sensitivity | - | -38 dBV/Pascal | |
| Microphone Features | Echo-cancelling | - | |
| Microphones Included | - | 2 |
| REMOTE CONTROL | Philips TAH8505BK | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 |
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| Controls | Hold, reject call, answer call | Mute, volume, power on/off, status indicator, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, voice assistant |
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| CABLE | Philips TAH8505BK | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 |
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| Cable Type | USB charge cable Headphones cable |
Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.2 m USB-C charge cable - detachable - 30 cm |
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| Cable Length | - | 1.2 m | |
| Detachable Cable | Yes | Yes | |
| Plated Connector | - | Gold |
| FEATURES | Philips TAH8505BK | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 |
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| Features | - | Fast charge | |
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| Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible | - | Yes | |
| Intelligent Assistant | - | Siri, Google Assistant, Alexa built-in | |
| Additional Functions | - | Amplifier |
| BATTERY AND CHARGING | Philips TAH8505BK | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 |
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| Battery Type | Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer | Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer | |
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| Battery Life | 30 hour(s) | 50 hour(s) | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 lasts longer on a single charge than the Philips TAH8505BK. |
| Battery Life Details | Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF): up to 30 hours Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON): up to 25 hours |
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| Standby Time | 200 hours | - | |
| Charging Time | - | 3.5 hour(s) |
| WIRELESS LINK | Philips TAH8505BK | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 |
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| Radio Transmitter Power | - | 5.1 mW |
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| CONNECTIONS | Philips TAH8505BK | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 |
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| Connector Type | USB (power only) (micro-USB) Headphones |
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) |
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| OTHERS | Philips TAH8505BK | Audio-Technica ATH M50xBT2 |
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| Included Accessories | - | Protective pouch, USB-C charging cable | |
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| Compatibility | - | iPhone, Android phone, Android tablet | |
| Compliant Standards | RoHS, EN 50581:2012, EN 62479:2010, EN 55035:2017, EN 62368-1:2014+A11:2017, EN 50663:2017, EN 300 328 V2.2.2, EN 301 489-1 V2.2.3, EN 301 489-17 V3.2.2, EN 55032:2015/A11:2020 | RSS-102, FCC Part 15, CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB3(B) |
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