Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless Wins
Winner
Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless
9.2
Audiophiles who prioritize sound quality and battery life over maximum ANC
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Score Comparison
Criteria
Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless
Audio-Technica ATH-M50xBT2
Overall Score
9.2
8.2
Sound Quality
9.8
9.2
Noise Cancellation
8.8
6.5
Comfort
9.0
8.2
Features
8.8
7.8
Build Quality
9.2
8.8
Pricing & Features
Specification
Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless
Audio-Technica ATH-M50xBT2
Price
$379
$199
Making Your Decision
When to Choose Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless
Audiophiles who prioritize sound quality and battery life over maximum ANC
Sennheiser Momentum 4 delivers the best pure audio quality in the category with incredible battery life, though noise cancellation trails Sony and Bose slightly.
Strengths
- Audiophile-grade sound with exceptional clarity
- 60-hour battery life (best in class)
- Premium materials with sleek design
- aptX Adaptive and LDAC codec support
Limitations
- ANC not as aggressive as Sony or Bose
- No multipoint on initial release (added via update)
- Touch controls take getting used to
When to Choose Audio-Technica ATH-M50xBT2
Budget audiophiles who prioritize sound quality over ANC
Audio-Technica ATH-M50xBT2 delivers studio-quality sound at a budget price with incredible battery life, though the lack of ANC means it's for sound purists, not commuters.
Strengths
- Legendary M50x studio sound, now wireless
- Excellent value for audiophile-quality sound
- 50-hour battery life
- LDAC and AAC codec support
Limitations
- No active noise cancellation
- Bulky design not ideal for travel
- Earpads can get warm
