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Astro A50 X (Black) — Gaming · 2024 · Black
Astro

Astro A50 X (Black)

Gaming · 2024 · Black

88
/ 100
From $379
VS
Bose QuietComfort Headphones wins by 2
Bose QuietComfort Headphones — Over-ear · 2023
Bose

Bose QuietComfort Headphones

Over-ear · 2023

90
/ 100
From $349
Specdex verdict

Bose QuietComfort Headphones takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Astro A50 X (Black) lands at 88 and Bose QuietComfort Headphones at 90. That puts Bose QuietComfort Headphones ahead by 2 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Astro A50 X (Black) if…

  • ✓Low-latency 2.4 GHz wireless (most)
  • ✓Detachable broadcast mic
  • ✓Console compatibility

Pick Bose QuietComfort Headphones if…

  • ✓Flagship comfort + ANC on modern models
  • ✓Premium build
  • ✓Active noise cancellation (most models)
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Sound quality

Bose QuietComfort Headphones

Tuning, detail, and staging

Bose QuietComfort Headphones leads on sound (90 vs 88).

Noise cancelling

Bose QuietComfort Headphones

ANC strength for commute and travel

Bose QuietComfort Headphones leads on anc (88 vs 70).

Comfort

Bose QuietComfort Headphones

Long-session wearability

Bose QuietComfort Headphones leads on comfort (89 vs 86).

Value for money

Tie

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Effectively tied — similar score-per-dollar at MSRP.

Astro A50 X (Black) 88
vs
90 Bose QuietComfort Headphones

Score breakdown

Astro A50 X (Black)
88
anc 70
sound 88
comfort 86
battery 86
features 88
Bose QuietComfort Headphones
90
anc 88
sound 90
comfort 89
battery 82
features 86

Specs side-by-side

Astro A50 X (Black) versus Bose QuietComfort Headphones — full spec comparison
Spec Astro A50 X (Black) Bose QuietComfort Headphones
Type
Gaming headset
Over-ear
Variant
Black
—
Release year
2024
2023

Astro A50 X (Black)

Pros
  • +Low-latency 2.4 GHz wireless (most)
  • +Detachable broadcast mic
  • +Console compatibility
Cons
  • −Bulkier than audiophile cans
  • −Game-tuned EQ
  • −Software required on PC

Bose QuietComfort Headphones

Pros
  • +Flagship comfort + ANC on modern models
  • +Premium build
  • +Active noise cancellation (most models)
Cons
  • −Battery varies by codec
  • −Some are Bluetooth-only
  • −Price creep vs previous gen

FAQ: Astro A50 X (Black) vs Bose QuietComfort Headphones

Which is better, Astro A50 X (Black) or Bose QuietComfort Headphones? +

Bose QuietComfort Headphones scores 90 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 2. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Astro A50 X (Black) worth the price? +

At $379, Astro A50 X (Black) delivers a Specdex score of 88 — strongest in sound.

Is Bose QuietComfort Headphones worth the price? +

At $349, Bose QuietComfort Headphones delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in sound.

Does Astro A50 X (Black) or Bose QuietComfort Headphones last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is better for sound quality, Astro A50 X (Black) or Bose QuietComfort Headphones? +

Bose QuietComfort Headphones — leads on sound (90 vs 88). Tuning, detail, and staging.

Which is better for noise cancelling, Astro A50 X (Black) or Bose QuietComfort Headphones? +

Bose QuietComfort Headphones — leads on anc (88 vs 70). ANC strength for commute and travel.