Audio-Technica ATH-ADX5000 vs HIFIMAN SUSVARA
Better figure, where one is clearly better
| Audio-TechnicaATH-ADX5000 | HIFIMANSUSVARA | |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Released | December 2017 | 2017 |
| Sound | ||
| Type | Over-ear | Over-ear |
| Noise cancelling | No | No |
| Driver size | 58 mm | – |
| Back | Open | Open |
| Impedance | 420 ohms | 60 ohms |
| Bluetooth codecs | None (wired) | None (wired) |
| Drivers | Dynamic, 58 mm Integrated Driver Unit (tungsten-coated diaphragm, voice coil, baffle and Permendur magnetic circuit in one unit) with Core Mount Technology; 5 – 50,000 Hz; 100 dB/mW; maximum input power 1,000 mW | Planar magnetic with Stealth Magnets; diaphragm less than a micron thick; 6 Hz – 75 kHz; sensitivity 83 dB |
| Battery | ||
| Listening time (maker's claim) | No battery (wired) | No battery (wired) |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 270 g (better) | 450 g |
| Headphone cable | Yes | Yes |
| Fit and ear tips | Open-air, over-ear; magnesium frame; honeycomb-punched housings; Alcantara ear pads and headband; each pair laser-etched with a serial number | Over-ear, open-back; oval cups with patented "Window Shade" grille; metal headband with perforated headstrap (the HE1000 series design, per Headfonics); ergonomic ear pads |
| Works with | Detachable 3.0 m 6N OFC cable with A2DC connectors at the headphones and a gold-plated 6.3 mm plug; optional balanced cable | Detachable crystalline copper, silver-plated cables with balanced XLR and single-ended terminations (Headfonics) |
| In the box | ATH-ADX5000 headphones, 3.0 m cable, hard carrying case | – |
