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Grado SR325x vs Audio-Technica ATH-ADX5000

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

Grado SR325x
8.1
/ 10
On-earHigh end
HIGHER SCORE
Audio-Technica ATH-ADX5000
9.4
/ 10
Over-earReference

Specs comparison

8.1/10
SCORE
9.4/10
32Ω
IMPEDANCE
420Ω
99dB
SENSITIVITY
100dB
No
NEEDS AMP
Yes

Analysis

The Grado SR325x scores 8.1/10 with 32Ω impedance and 99dB sensitivity. At 32Ω, it drives well from most phones without an external amp.

The Audio-Technica ATH-ADX5000 scores 9.4/10 with 420Ω impedance and 100dB sensitivity. At 420Ω, it also benefits from amplification to perform at its best.

Based on our scoring, the Audio-Technica ATH-ADX5000 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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