Audio-Technica M-Series ATH-M20x
The 40mm drivers deliver a flat 15Hz-20kHz frequency response with 47Ω impedance, providing accurate audio reproduction for critical listening. Its lightweight 190g build and closed-back design offer effective noise isolation and long-session comfort at a budget-friendly price point. These headphones are best for beginner recording artists and home studio users who need reliable monitoring without spending over $60.
form factor over-ear
driver type dynamic
driver size mm 40
impedance ohms 47
open closed back closed
36 Overall Score
Price €0
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong sound (71th percentile) 71th
- Strong user sentiment (70th percentile) 70th
- Strong comfort (65th percentile) 65th
Cons
- Below average connectivity (14th percentile)
- Below average mic (15th percentile)
- Below average anc (30th percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
What owners think
How owner sentiment changed over time
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Owner sentiment has cooled since launch
85/100Our AI sentiment read
Based on 38 dated customer reviews, grouped by calendar quarter. Period analysis is in English.
The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Design
| Form Factor | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed |
| Foldable | No |
| Weight | 0.2 kg / 0.4 lbs |
| Ear Cushion | professional-grade soft ear and head pads |
| Headband | professional-grade soft ear and head pads |
Audio
| Driver Type | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 |
| Freq Min | 15 |
| Freq Max | 20000 |
| Impedance | 47 |
| Sensitivity | 96 |
| Hi-Res Audio | No |
| Codecs | Audio-Technica ATH-M20x Closed-Back Over-Ear Professional Monitor Headphones, White, 5-Pack |
Noise Control
| ANC | No |
| Transparency | No |
Connectivity
| Wireless | No |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | No |
| Cable Length | 3 |
Microphone
| Microphone | No |
vs Competition
| Spec | Audio-Technica M-Series ATH-M20x | Sony WH-1000XM6 WH-1000XM6 | Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 Px8 S2 | Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 M4AEBT | JBL Live 770NC | TOZO HT3 HT3 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear |
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | Dynamic | Dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size (mm) | 40 | 30 | 40 | 42 | 40 | 40 |
| Impedance Ohms | 47 | 48 | - | 60 | 32 | 16 |
| Wireless | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Active Noise Cancellation | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Open Closed Back | closed | closed | closed | closed | closed | closed |
| Bluetooth Version | - | 5.3 | 5.3 | 5.2 | 5.3 | 6.0 |
| Battery Life Hours | - | 30 | 30 | 60 | 65 | 90 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Anc | Mic | Build | Sound | Battery | Comfort | User Sentiment | Connectivity | Social Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Audio-Technica M-Series ATH-M20x | 30.3 | 15.2 | 34.2 | 70.9 | 43.3 | 65.2 | 69.8 | 13.5 | 45.5 |
| Sony WH-1000XM6 WH-1000XM6 Compare | 97.5 | 91.1 | 92.2 | 90 | 71.6 | 79.2 | 0 | 99.7 | 83.2 |
| Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 Px8 S2 Compare | 97.5 | 99.3 | 95.8 | 99.4 | 71.6 | 50.1 | 87 | 97.4 | 97.5 |
| Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 M4AEBT Compare | 97.5 | 84.8 | 76.8 | 97.6 | 88.9 | 79.2 | 0 | 98.9 | 59.8 |
| JBL Live 770NC Compare | 97.5 | 78.2 | 97.2 | 84.7 | 91.4 | 50.1 | 69.8 | 99.9 | 91.5 |
| TOZO HT3 HT3 Compare | 87.2 | 84.8 | 95.8 | 98.9 | 96.9 | 50.1 | 96.1 | 96.6 | 91.5 |
Usage Scores
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