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Audio-Technica ATH-M50x · 139 €Philips SHP9500 · 79 €
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| What matters | Audio-Technica ATH-M50xAudio-TechnicaMedium confidence | Philips SHP9500PhilipsMedium confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Worth Score | 8.1 (best in this comparison) | 7.0 |
| Best price | 139,00 € | 79,00 € (best in this comparison) |
| Confidence | Medium | Medium |
| Price fairness | 8.4 | 9.6 (best in this comparison) |
| Build quality | 8.0 (best in this comparison) | 5.8 |
| Performance | 7.8 | 7.8 |
| Longevity | 8.6 (best in this comparison) | 6.6 |
| Repairability | 7.4 (best in this comparison) | 5.4 |
| Support & warranty | 7.6 (best in this comparison) | 5.2 |
| Battery | — | — |
| Noise cancelling | None — passive closed back | None — open back |
| Weight | 285 g | 320 g |
| Connection | Detachable cable, 3.5 mm + 6.3 mm adapter | Detachable cable, 3.5 mm |
| Replaceable pads | Yes — pads and cables sold separately | Pads only — third party, not from Philips |
| Best for | A first pair of studio headphones · Folding flat for travel · Three detachable cables in the box | Gaming — the stage and imaging are the point · Comfort over long sessions · Spending under €100 and not feeling it |
| Avoid if | You want a neutral response — the bass is lifted · You wear glasses; the clamp is firm | You want bass · You need isolation |
| Main drawback | Bass is elevated for a monitoring headphone | Bass is thin and rolls off early |
Verdict
Take the Philips SHP9500 unless you need support & warranty.
The Audio-Technica ATH-M50x scores highest at 8.1, but it costs 60,00 € more than the Philips SHP9500, which scores 7.0. That premium buys you support & warranty — 2.4 points of it. Worth it if a first pair of studio headphones describes you; otherwise it is money you keep. Watch out for bass is thin and rolls off early on the Philips SHP9500.
Best overallAudio-Technica ATH-M50x — Highest Worth Score here at 8.1, 1.1 ahead of the Philips SHP9500. Best for a first pair of studio headphones.
Best valuePhilips SHP9500 — 60,00 € cheaper than the Audio-Technica ATH-M50x and only 1.1 behind on Worth Score. You give up support & warranty.
Prototype data — prices and retailer stock are a fixed demo snapshot from 28 July 2026, not a live feed.