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Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y vs Earfun Wave Pro X: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the Earfun Wave Pro X comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 86. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: Earfun Wave Pro X - Outstanding overall at around $130.

Score breakdown

Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.

Earfun Wave Pro X leads on 5 of 7 measures.

  • Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y
  • Earfun Wave Pro X
HearWiki score
72
86
Sound
6.5
8.3
Noise cancelling
8.0
7.8
Battery
10.0
9.5
Calls
5.5
7.7
Value
8.5
9.6
Price (USD)
$150
$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?

New platform

Both shipped in 2026. The Earfun Wave Pro X is the newer platform here: Top codec aptX Lossless against AAC and LE Audio (LC3).

  • AVENTHO Y2026
  • Wave Pro X2026
What differsAVENTHO YWave Pro X

Platform

Top codec
AAC
aptX Lossless
LE Audio (LC3)
No
Yes

Level on: Bluetooth, Multipoint pairing, USB-C, Custom EQ, Companion app.

Specifications

AVENTHO YWave Pro X
Type
Over-Ear
Over-Ear
Price (USD)
$150
$130
HearWiki score
72
86
Released
2026
2026
Availability
Sold new
Sold new
Driver
-
40 mm dynamic
Driver type
-
dynamic
Driver size
-
40 mm
Drivers per side
-
1
Frequency response
20 Hz - 20 kHz
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Bluetooth
6.0
6.0
Codecs
SBC, AAC
SBC, aptX, LC3, aptX Adaptive, aptX Lossless, LDAC
Multipoint pairing
Yes
Yes
Wireless range
20 m
-
Battery life
90 h
90 h
Battery life (ANC on)
60 h
50 h
Full charge time
-
120 min
Active noise cancelling
Yes
Yes
ANC type
-
hybrid
Transparency mode
-
Yes
Companion app
Yes
Yes
Custom EQ
Yes
Yes
Wear detection
-
No
Controls
-
buttons
Weight
316 g
259 g
USB-C
Yes
Yes
Connector
USB-C
-
Model code
1002671
-
Microphones
-
8
Call noise reduction
-
Yes
Call NR technology
-
noise-cancelling mic

What reviewers said

Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y

The Beyerdynamic AVENTHO Y is a budget-friendly wireless over-ear headphone that combines solid active noise cancellation, exceptional battery endurance, and app-based sound customization in a lightweight, comfortable frame. Its audio performance is versatile, though some listeners may find the default tuning lacking and need the EQ to bring it to life, while its feature set omits advanced codecs and call quality is merely passable.

  • Pro:Outstanding battery life, especially with ANC off
  • Pro:Comfortable fit with simple physical controls
  • Pro:Effective noise cancellation for the price
  • Con:Sound can sound flat or boxy without EQ adjustments
  • Con:Lacks high-end Bluetooth codecs like aptX or LDAC
  • Con:Call quality is scratchy or unclear at times

Earfun Wave Pro X

The Earfun Wave Pro X is a feature-packed over-ear wireless headphone that combines hybrid active noise cancellation with an impressive 60-hour battery life. It supports high-resolution audio codecs like LDAC and LDHC, along with Bluetooth 6 and multipoint connectivity, making it a versatile option for immersive listening and daily use. The headset also includes eight microphones for clear calls, AI-assisted noise reduction, and a companion app with a custom EQ for personalized sound.

  • Pro:Exceptional 60-hour battery life
  • Pro:Hybrid ANC with transparency mode
  • Pro:Supports high-quality LDAC and LDHC codecs
  • Con:No wear detection sensor
  • Con:Relatively long 120-minute charge time
  • Con:Physical buttons may feel dated to some users

Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.

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