Over-Ear
Audio-Technica ATH-M50x
72Great
$160
Full review dataAudio-Technica ATH-M50x vs Wavefun Wave Pro X: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Wavefun Wave Pro X comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 89. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: Wavefun Wave Pro X - Outstanding overall at around $130.
Over-Ear
Wavefun Wave Pro X
89Outstanding
$130
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Wavefun Wave Pro X leads on 7 of 7 measures.
- Audio-Technica ATH-M50x
- Wavefun Wave Pro X
HearWiki score
72
89
Sound
7.4
8.5
Noise cancelling
-
8.0
Battery
-
9.5
Calls
-
7.5
Value
6.5
9.0
Price (USD)
$160
$130
Generation & platform
The scores rank quality. This is the other question: is the newer one actually newer technology, or the same platform in a new shell?
Same generation
The Wavefun Wave Pro X is 12 years newer, but it is the same generation of hardware: nothing in the radio, the codecs or the noise cancelling separates them. The platform is level; the newer hardware shows up in convenience features instead - the Wavefun Wave Pro X adds USB-C. For 12 years between them, that is a thin return - treat this as a restyle rather than a new platform.
- ATH-M50x2014
- Wave Pro X202612 yr newer
What differsATH-M50xWave Pro X
- USB-C
- No
- Yes
Everyday features
Specifications
ATH-M50xWave Pro X
- Type
- Over-Ear
- Over-Ear
- Price (USD)
- $160
- $130
- HearWiki score
- 72
- 89
- Released
- 2014
- 2026
- Availability
- Still sold new
- Sold new
- Driver
- 45 mm dynamic
- 2× 40 mm dynamic
- Driver type
- dynamic
- dynamic
- Driver size
- 45 mm
- 40 mm
- Drivers per side
- 1
- 2
- Frequency response
- 15 Hz - 28 kHz
- 20 Hz - 20 kHz
- Impedance
- 38 Ω
- -
- Sensitivity
- 99 dB/mW
- -
- Bluetooth
- -
- 6.0
- Wireless range
- -
- 10 m
- Battery life
- -
- 100 h
- Battery life (ANC on)
- -
- 60 h
- Wireless charging
- -
- Yes
- Active noise cancelling
- No
- Yes
- Transparency mode
- -
- Yes
- Wear detection
- -
- Yes
- Weight
- 285 g
- -
- Foldable
- Yes
- Yes
- Detachable cable
- Yes
- Yes
- USB-C
- No
- Yes
- Connector
- 3.5 mm
- -
What reviewers said
Audio-Technica ATH-M50x
The Audio-Technica ATH-M50x is a wired, closed-back studio headphone known for its robust build and versatile sound. It delivers a warm-to-neutral signature with solid bass and good detail, making it a dependable choice for monitoring or casual listening. However, its bulky frame, lack of noise cancellation, and tendency to cause ear fatigue limit its portability and long-session comfort.
- Pro:Warm, engaging sound with good bass impact
- Pro:Detachable cable with multiple included options
- Pro:Foldable design for easier storage
- Con:Bulky and not travel-friendly
- Con:No active noise cancellation or wireless support
- Con:Ear pads can become hot and sticky over time
Wavefun Wave Pro X
The Wavefun Wave Pro X is a versatile over-ear wireless headphone with a claimed 100-hour battery life (60 with ANC on), Bluetooth 6.0, and a foldable design for portability. It features active noise cancellation, transparency mode, wear detection, and a detachable cable for wired use, making it a strong budget-friendly option for everyday listening.
- Pro:Exceptional 100-hour battery life (60 with ANC)
- Pro:Includes ANC, transparency mode, and wear detection
- Pro:Foldable design with USB-C and wireless charging
- Con:No mention of high-resolution codec support in specs
- Con:Frequency response range is standard, not extended
- Con:Plastic build may feel less premium at this price
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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