Over-Ear
ASTRO Gaming A50X
78Great
$400
Full review dataASTRO Gaming A50X vs Focal Bathys: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Focal Bathys comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 86. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: Focal Bathys - Outstanding overall at around $799.
Over-Ear
Focal Bathys
86Outstanding
$799
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
ASTRO Gaming A50X
Sound8.5
Battery8.0
Calls6.5
Value6.0
Focal Bathys
Sound9.5
Noise cancelling7.5
Battery8.5
Value7.0
Specifications
| Spec | ASTRO Gaming A50X | Focal Bathys |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Over-Ear | Over-Ear |
| Price (USD) | $400 | $799 |
| HearWiki score | 78 / 100 · Great | 86 / 100 · Outstanding |
| Released | 2024 | 2022 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | Dynamic | 40mm Aluminium/Magnesium ‘M’-shaped dome |
| Driver size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Drivers per side | - | 2 |
| Frequency response | 20Hz-20kHz | 15Hz-22kHz |
| Impedance | 35 Ω | - |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.x | 5.1 |
| Bluetooth version | - | 5.1 |
| Codecs | SBC | AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive, SBC |
| Multipoint pairing | No | Yes |
| Wireless range | 12 m | - |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 24 h | 30 h |
| Battery life (ANC on) | - | 30 h |
| Quick charge | - | 5 hours in 15 minutes |
| Wireless charging | - | No |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | No | Yes |
| ANC type | - | hybrid |
| Transparency mode | - | Yes |
| Voice assistant | - | Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 364 g | 350 g |
| Water resistance | - | none |
| USB-C | Yes | Yes |
| Pad material | Velour | - |
| Clamp force | 411 g | - |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | 1 | 8 |
| Microphone | Yes | - |
What reviewers said
ASTRO Gaming A50X
The ASTRO Gaming A50X is a premium wireless headset designed for gamers who want seamless switching between multiple consoles and PC via its base station. It offers a comfortable fit, solid build, and excellent audio quality, though its high price and reliance on the dock make it a niche choice for general use.
- Pro:Comfortable and well-built for long sessions
- Pro:Excellent sound quality for gaming
- Pro:Convenient multi-platform switching
- Con:No active noise cancellation
- Con:Setup process can be cumbersome
- Con:Base station dependency limits flexibility
Focal Bathys
The Focal Bathys are premium wireless over-ears that blend high-fidelity audio with everyday convenience. They feature adaptive ANC, a USB-C DAC mode for hi-res wired listening, and support for aptX Adaptive, making them a top pick for sound-focused users who also want wireless flexibility. While their noise cancellation is solid but not the absolute best in class, their impressive battery life and versatile connectivity options stand out in the premium segment.
- Pro:Excellent sound quality with detailed, dynamic drivers
- Pro:USB-C DAC mode enables high-resolution wired audio
- Pro:Strong battery life, often exceeding rated figures in tests
- Con:ANC is competent but not class-leading
- Con:High price point limits accessibility
- Con:Real-world wireless endurance may fall short of claims in some scenarios
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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