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Updated January 10, 2024·
For an immersive music experience with high sound quality, the Audio Technica ATH M40X is superior, though not designed for calls or equipped with a microphone. The M40X headphones also score higher on soundstage and are closed-back, providing some noise isolation but are heavier and less suited for exercise. On the other hand, the Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones are open-back and allow you to remain aware of your surroundings, making them better for outdoor activities and exercise. They are lighter, sweatproof, dustproof, and include a built-in microphone suitable for calls, but their sound quality is not as highly rated as the M40X. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Audio Technica ATH M40X
- Very good for music
- Good for gaming
- Very good for TV and video
- Good for air travel
Advantages of the Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones
- Good for exercise
- Very good for podcasts and audiobooks
Key differences
Music
8.1
4.8
The Audio Technica ATH M40X is very good for music, while the Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones is poor.
Gaming
7.0
4.9
The Audio Technica ATH M40X is good for gaming, while the Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones is poor.
Phone Calls
3.3
6.5
The Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones is only fair for phone calls, while the Audio Technica ATH M40X is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
5.1
8.2
The Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones is very good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Audio Technica ATH M40X is poor.
TV and Video
8.7
5.1
The Audio Technica ATH M40X is very good for TV and video, while the Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones is poor.
Noise Reduction
5.3
2.5
The Audio Technica ATH M40X and Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones are both poor for noise reduction, though the Audio Technica ATH M40X is somewhat better.
Battery
N/A
8.0 Hours
The Audio Technica ATH M40X does not have a battery. The Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones has 8 hours of battery life.
Cost
$99
$36
$0
$50
$100
$150
$200
The Audio Technica ATH M40X has a price of $99 and the Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones costs $36.
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Build Quality
8.2
8.0
The Audio Technica ATH M40X and Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones both have very good build quality.
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How the Audio Technica ATH M40X and the Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Audio Technica ATH M40X | Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$99 | $36 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Audio Technica | Youthwhisper | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 2014 | June 1, 2022 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 8.1/10 | 4.9/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 3.3/10 | 6.6/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 7.1/10 | 5/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 8.8/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 4.3/10 | 7.4/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | N/A | 8 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | N/A | No | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | N/A | 2 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | N/A | Unknown | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 5.3/10 | 2.5/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | N/A | No | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | N/A | No | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | N/A | 6/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.2/10 | 8/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7.6/10 | 7/10 | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 245 Grams | 29 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | N/A | Integrated | |
Waterproof Rating | |||
Waterproof Rating | 0 | 4 | |
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Soundguys
Lily Katz | August 2023
"If you were to pick one headset to fill all of your needs, the ATH-M40x is a great buy with its sub-$100 price tag, pleasant sound quality, and accessories. Whether you need to use it for live monitoring, a midnight editing session, or to underscore a campus walk, the Audio-Technica ATH-M40x is a great companion."
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Stozz Audio | October 2023
"If you're looking for a pair of headphones that can be worn while running or cycling, these Youthwhisper Bone Conduction Headphones are a great alternative to more expensive models. They're lightweight and compact, so they won't get in the way when wearing them while exercising. Plus, they have a built-in microphone so you can take calls during your workout without having to stop and fumble with your phone. The sound quality is great for this style of headphones, and it has many other cool features."
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About Audio Technica
Audio Technica is a 60-year-old, Japan-based, professional audio equipment manufacturer. They started off making phonograph cartridges and have expanded their scope of products ever since to include extremely popular models of microphones and headphones. They have been the official audio equipment supplier of several editions of the Summer and Winter Olympics and every edition of the Grammy Awards since 1998.
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