AKG N700NC M2 vs Shure Aonic 50
AKG N700NC M2
2019 · $179 today
7659
Shure Aonic 50
2020 · $249 today
7761
Dashed outline = score at launch
Why AKG N700NC M2 is better
- Weight: 260g vs 318g(22% less)
- Battery Life (ANC on): 23 hours vs 20 hours(15% more)
Why Shure Aonic 50 is better
- Driver Size: 50mm vs 40mm(25% more)
Verdict
No outright leader — they split the dimensions today.
Spec by spec
| Spec | AKG N700NC M2 | Shure Aonic 50 |
|---|---|---|
| Audio | ||
| Driver Size | 40mm | 50mm● |
| Frequency Response | 14Hz–20,000Hz | 20Hz–20,000Hz |
| Supported Codecs | SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive | SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD, aptX Low Latency |
| Noise Cancellation | ||
| ANC Type | Adjustable electronic ANC | Adjustable electronic ANC |
| Ambient Mode | Yes, Ambient Aware | Yes |
| Battery & Charging | ||
| Battery Life (ANC on) | 23 hours● | 20 hours |
| Quick Charge | 10 min = 5 hours | 15 min = 1.5 hours |
| Charging Port | USB-C | USB-C |
| Connectivity & Design | ||
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 | 5.0 |
| Weight | 260g● | 318g |
| Wired Input | 3.5mm | 2.5mm |