Audio-Technica 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

Score 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 M50x
Wavefun Wave Pro X

HearWiki score

Sound

7.5

8.5

Noise cancelling

8.0

Battery

9.5

Calls

7.5

Value

7.3

9.0

Price (USD)

$160

$130

Specifications

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: -; Yes
Connector: 3.5 mm; -

Specification comparison of Audio-Technica M50x vs Wavefun Wave Pro X
Spec	Audio-Technica M50x	Wavefun Wave Pro X
Type	Over-Ear	Over-Ear
Price (USD)	$160	$130
HearWiki score	72 / 100 Good	89 / 100 Outstanding
Released	2014	2026
Audio
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	-
Wireless
Bluetooth	-	6.0
Wireless range	-	10 m
Battery
Battery life	-	100 h
Battery life (ANC on)	-	60 h
Wireless charging	-	Yes
Features
Active noise cancelling	No	Yes
Transparency mode	-	Yes
Wear detection	-	Yes
Design
Weight	285 g	-
Foldable	Yes	Yes
Detachable cable	Yes	Yes
USB-C	-	Yes
Connector	3.5 mm	-

What reviewers said

Audio-Technica M50x

The Audio-Technica M50x is a wired-only, closed-back over-ear headphone aimed at studio monitoring and portable use, offering a warm, mostly balanced sound with solid bass impact. Its sturdy build, foldable design, and detachable cables make it a dependable choice, though it lacks active noise cancellation and can feel bulky and warm during extended wear.

Pro:Balanced, warm sound with good bass impact
Pro:Sturdy build and practical foldable design
Pro:Detachable cables with multiple connection options

Con:No active noise cancellation; passive isolation is limited
Con:Bulky and wired-only, limiting portability and wireless use
Con:Can feel heavy and warm on ears during long sessions

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

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