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Audio-Technica ATH-M50xBT2 — Over-ear · 2022
Audio-Technica

Audio-Technica ATH-M50xBT2

Over-ear · 2022

85
/ 100
From $199
VS
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition) wins by 3
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition) — Gaming · 2022 · PS5 Edition
SteelSeries

SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition)

Gaming · 2022 · PS5 Edition

88
/ 100
From $249
Specdex verdict

SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition) takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Audio-Technica ATH-M50xBT2 lands at 85 and SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition) at 88. That puts SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition) ahead by 3 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Audio-Technica ATH-M50xBT2 if…

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

Pick SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition) if…

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

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

Sound quality

SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition)

Tuning, detail, and staging

SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition) leads on sound (88 vs 85).

Noise cancelling

Audio-Technica ATH-M50xBT2

ANC strength for commute and travel

Audio-Technica ATH-M50xBT2 leads on anc (83 vs 70).

Comfort

SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition)

Long-session wearability

SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition) leads on comfort (86 vs 84).

Value for money

Audio-Technica ATH-M50xBT2

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Audio-Technica ATH-M50xBT2 more score per dollar ($199 vs $249).

Audio-Technica ATH-M50xBT2 85
vs
88 SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition)

Score breakdown

Audio-Technica ATH-M50xBT2
85
anc 83
sound 85
comfort 84
battery 82
features 81
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition)
88
anc 70
sound 88
comfort 86
battery 86
features 88

Specs side-by-side

Audio-Technica ATH-M50xBT2 versus SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition) — full spec comparison
Spec Audio-Technica ATH-M50xBT2 SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition)
Type
Over-ear
Gaming headset
Release year
2022
2022
Variant
—
PS5 Edition

Audio-Technica ATH-M50xBT2

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

SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition)

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

FAQ: Audio-Technica ATH-M50xBT2 vs SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition)

Which is better, Audio-Technica ATH-M50xBT2 or SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition)? +

SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition) scores 88 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 3. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Audio-Technica ATH-M50xBT2 worth the price? +

At $199, Audio-Technica ATH-M50xBT2 delivers a Specdex score of 85 — strongest in sound.

Is SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition) worth the price? +

At $249, SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition) delivers a Specdex score of 88 — strongest in sound.

Does Audio-Technica ATH-M50xBT2 or SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition) 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, Audio-Technica ATH-M50xBT2 or SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition)? +

SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition) — leads on sound (88 vs 85). Tuning, detail, and staging.

Which is better for noise cancelling, Audio-Technica ATH-M50xBT2 or SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (PS5 Edition)? +

Audio-Technica ATH-M50xBT2 — leads on anc (83 vs 70). ANC strength for commute and travel.