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Audio-Technica ATH-M40x vs Audio-Technica ATH-M70x

Audio-Technica ATH-M40x ($109) vs Audio-Technica ATH-M70x ($329) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right over-ear.

Audio-Technica ATH-M40x
Audio-Technica
ATH-M40x
$109
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Audio-Technica ATH-M70x
Audio-Technica
ATH-M70x
$329
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Spec-by-spec
SpecAudio-Technica ATH-M40xAudio-Technica ATH-M70x
Price$109$329
Weight240g280g
MaterialPlastic, swivelling cupsPlastic and metal
Weight240g (Audio-Technica published)280g (Audio-Technica published)
TypeClosed-back over-ear, wiredClosed-back over-ear, wired
Fold—Yes
Pros & Cons

Audio-Technica ATH-M40x

  • $109
  • 240 g
  • Swivelling cups
  • Wired only
  • Weight excludes the cable

Audio-Technica ATH-M70x

  • Top of the M-series range
  • 280 g
  • Folds for transport
  • $329 with no wireless option
  • Weight excludes the cable
Audio-Technica ATH-M40x is the better value at $109. Both are part of our curated over-ear index — tap through to check current pricing.
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