ATH-M50xBT2 vs Evolve2 30 SE Comparison
Compare ATH-M50xBT2 vs Evolve2 30 SE side by side: specs, ratings, pros and cons, and which one fits your room best.
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At a Glance
ATH-M50xBT2
The Audio-Technica ATH-M50xBT2 is the wireless version of the well-known ATH-M50x studio headphones. It uses 45 mm drivers, the largest in this group, with a 15 Hz-28 kHz response and an AK4331 DAC.
- Best For
- Music listeners
- Style
- Over-ear, closed-back
- Weight
- 307 g
- ANC
- None (closed-back passive isolation)
- Mics
- 2
- Boom Mic
- No
- Connect
- Bluetooth, 3.5 mm cable
- Certified
- —
Evolve2 30 SE
The Jabra Evolve2 30 SE is a wired USB headset for desk work. It has 28 mm speakers, two microphones (one analog MEMS and one analog ECM), a boom arm and a busylight.
- Best For
- Desk workers
- Style
- On-ear headband (stereo or mono)
- Weight
- 125 g
- ANC
- None
- Mics
- 2 (1 analog MEMS + 1 analog ECM)
- Boom Mic
- Yes (boom arm)
- Connect
- Wired USB-A or USB-C (USB-C/A SKUs)
- Certified
- Microsoft Teams (variant), Alcatel-Lucent, Avaya, Cisco, Unify, Mitel, Citrix
Review Scores Compared
Expert Score
Voice & Mic Clarity
Comfort & Ergonomics
Connectivity & Range
Certification & Controls
Why ATH-M50xBT2 Beats Evolve2 30 SE (and Vice Versa)
Why ATH-M50xBT2 beats Evolve2 30 SE
- Driver Size: 45 mm vs 28 mm
- Connection: Bluetooth, 3.5 mm cable vs Wired USB-A or USB-C (USB-C/A SKUs)
Why Evolve2 30 SE beats ATH-M50xBT2
- Better voice & mic clarity: 7.8 vs 5.8 out of 10
- Better comfort & ergonomics: 9.7 vs 8.0 out of 10
- Better certification & controls: 9.3 vs 8.0 out of 10
- Weight: 125 g vs 307 g
- Frequency Response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz (music); 100 Hz - 12 kHz (speak) vs 15 Hz - 28 kHz
- Sensitivity: 115 dB @ 1 mW / 1 kHz vs 99 dB/mW
Review-score leads of 0.5+ points out of 10 first, then specs where only one comes out ahead.
Full Specifications
General
| ATH-M50xBT2 | Evolve2 30 SE | |
|---|---|---|
| Best For | Music listeners | Desk workers |
| Wearing Style | Over-ear, closed-back | On-ear headband (stereo or mono) |
| Variants | — | Stereo, Mono; USB-A, USB-C, USB-C/A; MS and UC |
Design & Build
| ATH-M50xBT2 | Evolve2 30 SE | |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 307 g | 125 g Better |
| Materials | — | Leatherette, PC and PC/ABS plastic, stainless steel |
| Ear Cushions | — | Leatherette |
| Dimensions | — | 179 x 136 x 54 mm (stereo) |
Audio
| ATH-M50xBT2 | Evolve2 30 SE | |
|---|---|---|
| Driver Size | 45 mm Better | 28 mm |
| Frequency Response | 15 Hz - 28 kHz | 20 Hz - 20 kHz (music); 100 Hz - 12 kHz (speak) Better |
| Bluetooth Codecs | LDAC, AAC, SBC | — |
| Driver Type | Closed-back dynamic | — |
| Impedance | 38 Ω | — |
| Sensitivity | 99 dB/mW | 115 dB @ 1 mW / 1 kHz Better |
| Custom EQ | A-T Connect app EQ | — |
| Wired Listening | Yes (1.2 m 3.5 mm cable included) | — |
| Stereo / Mono | Stereo | Stereo or mono (variants) |
| Speaker Bandwidth (Calls) | — | 100 Hz - 12 kHz (speak mode) |
| Hearing Protection | — | Jabra SafeTone 2.0 |
| Sidetone | Yes | — |
Noise Cancelling
| ATH-M50xBT2 | Evolve2 30 SE | |
|---|---|---|
| Noise Cancelling | None (closed-back passive isolation) | None |
| Active Noise Cancelling | No | — |
Microphone
| ATH-M50xBT2 | Evolve2 30 SE | |
|---|---|---|
| Microphones | 2 | 2 (1 analog MEMS + 1 analog ECM) |
| Microphone Setup | 2 MEMS, beamforming | 1 analog MEMS and 1 analog ECM |
| Call Noise Reduction | Beamforming | — |
| Boom Mic | No | Yes (boom arm) Better |
| Mute Control | Mute button | — |
| Busylight | — | Yes |
| Mic Frequency Response | 85 Hz - 15 kHz | — |
| Mic Pickup Pattern | Omnidirectional | — |
| Open Office Certified | — | Yes |
Battery & Charging
| ATH-M50xBT2 | Evolve2 30 SE | |
|---|---|---|
| Charging Time | 3.5 h | — |
| Fast Charging | Yes (10 min = 3 h) | — |
| Music Time | 50 h | — |
| Charging Port | USB-C | — |
Connectivity
| ATH-M50xBT2 | Evolve2 30 SE | |
|---|---|---|
| Connection | Bluetooth, 3.5 mm cable Better | Wired USB-A or USB-C (USB-C/A SKUs) |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 | — |
| Multipoint | Yes (2 devices) | — |
| Wireless Range | 10 m | — |
| Certifications | — | Microsoft Teams (variant), Alcatel-Lucent, Avaya, Cisco, Unify, Mitel, Citrix |
| Low-Latency Mode | Low latency mode | — |
| Bluetooth Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP | — |
| Cable Length | 1.2 m | 1.5 m Better |
| Google Fast Pair | Yes | — |
Controls & App
| ATH-M50xBT2 | Evolve2 30 SE | |
|---|---|---|
| Controls | — | Call control unit |
| Management Software | A-T Connect | Jabra Direct, Jabra Xpress |
| Voice Assistant | Amazon Alexa Built-in, Google Assistant, Siri | — |
| Teams / Call Button | — | Yes (Microsoft Teams notifications on LED) |
| IT Remote Management | — | Jabra Xpress |
In the Box
| ATH-M50xBT2 | Evolve2 30 SE | |
|---|---|---|
| In the Box | 30 cm USB-A to USB-C cable, 1.2 m audio cable, pouch | Headset, protective bag, user documents |
| Warranty | 1-year limited | 2 years |
| Carry Case | Yes (pouch) | Yes (felt pouch) |
Takeaways
- Our pick: Evolve2 30 SE, with the highest spec-based rating (4.5/5).
- Choose ATH-M50xBT2 for music listeners.
- Choose Evolve2 30 SE for desk workers.
Pros and Cons
ATH-M50xBT2
PROS
- 45 mm drivers, largest here
- LDAC, AAC and SBC
- About 50 h battery
- Multipoint and low latency mode
CONS
- No active noise cancelling
- Heavier at 307 g
Evolve2 30 SE
PROS
- Light at 125 g (stereo)
- Boom arm and busylight
- USB-A, USB-C or USB-C/A variants
- Teams version available
CONS
- No ANC
- Wired only
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Quick Verdict
- ATH-M50xBT2 7.1No outright category lead
- Evolve2 30 SE 8.8Best overallLeads in Voice & Mic Clarity, Comfort & Ergonomics, Certification & Controls