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Audio-Technica ATH-SR50BT vs HiFiMAN HE400SE

Side-by-side comparison — scores, specs and which one fits your setup.

Audio-Technica ATH-SR50BT
7.2
/ 10
On-earMid range
HIGHER SCORE
HiFiMAN HE400SE
7.5
/ 10
Over-earMid range

Specs comparison

7.2/10
SCORE
7.5/10
32Ω
IMPEDANCE
25Ω
100dB
SENSITIVITY
91dB
No
NEEDS AMP
Yes

Analysis

The Audio-Technica ATH-SR50BT scores 7.2/10 with 32Ω impedance and 100dB sensitivity. At 32Ω, it drives well from most phones without an external amp.

The HiFiMAN HE400SE scores 7.5/10 with 25Ω impedance and 91dB sensitivity. At 25Ω, it also benefits from amplification to perform at its best.

Based on our scoring, the HiFiMAN HE400SE scores higher overall. However, the right choice depends on your full audio chain — use our analyzer to see which fits your actual setup.

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