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HiFiMan Sundara — Planar magnetic
HiFiMan

HiFiMan Sundara

Planar magnetic

85
/ 100
From $299
VS
Astro A50 X (PS5 Edition) wins by 3
Astro A50 X (PS5 Edition) — Gaming · 2024 · PS5 Edition
Astro

Astro A50 X (PS5 Edition)

Gaming · 2024 · PS5 Edition

88
/ 100
From $379
Specdex verdict

Astro A50 X (PS5 Edition) takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, HiFiMan Sundara lands at 85 and Astro A50 X (PS5 Edition) at 88. That puts Astro A50 X (PS5 Edition) ahead by 3 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick HiFiMan Sundara if…

  • ✓Reference-level detail
  • ✓Well-regarded in audiophile community
  • ✓Long-term ownership appeal

Pick Astro A50 X (PS5 Edition) if…

  • ✓Low-latency 2.4 GHz wireless (most)
  • ✓Detachable broadcast mic
  • ✓Console compatibility
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Sound quality

Astro A50 X (PS5 Edition)

Tuning, detail, and staging

Astro A50 X (PS5 Edition) leads on sound (88 vs 85).

Noise cancelling

Astro A50 X (PS5 Edition)

ANC strength for commute and travel

Astro A50 X (PS5 Edition) leads on anc (70 vs 0).

Comfort

HiFiMan Sundara

Long-session wearability

HiFiMan Sundara leads on comfort (88 vs 86).

Value for money

HiFiMan Sundara

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

HiFiMan Sundara more score per dollar ($299 vs $379).

HiFiMan Sundara 85
vs
88 Astro A50 X (PS5 Edition)

Score breakdown

HiFiMan Sundara
85
anc 0
sound 85
comfort 88
battery 100
features 50
Astro A50 X (PS5 Edition)
88
anc 70
sound 88
comfort 86
battery 86
features 88

Specs side-by-side

HiFiMan Sundara versus Astro A50 X (PS5 Edition) — full spec comparison
Spec HiFiMan Sundara Astro A50 X (PS5 Edition)
Type
Planar magnetic
Gaming headset
Variant
—
PS5 Edition
Release year
—
2024

HiFiMan Sundara

Pros
  • +Reference-level detail
  • +Well-regarded in audiophile community
  • +Long-term ownership appeal
Cons
  • −Requires amplifier (most)
  • −No active noise cancellation
  • −Impractical for commuting

Astro A50 X (PS5 Edition)

Pros
  • +Low-latency 2.4 GHz wireless (most)
  • +Detachable broadcast mic
  • +Console compatibility
Cons
  • −Bulkier than audiophile cans
  • −Game-tuned EQ
  • −Software required on PC

FAQ: HiFiMan Sundara vs Astro A50 X (PS5 Edition)

Which is better, HiFiMan Sundara or Astro A50 X (PS5 Edition)? +

Astro A50 X (PS5 Edition) scores 88 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 3. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is HiFiMan Sundara worth the price? +

At $299, HiFiMan Sundara delivers a Specdex score of 85 — strongest in battery.

Is Astro A50 X (PS5 Edition) worth the price? +

At $379, Astro A50 X (PS5 Edition) delivers a Specdex score of 88 — strongest in sound.

Does HiFiMan Sundara or Astro A50 X (PS5 Edition) last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is better for sound quality, HiFiMan Sundara or Astro A50 X (PS5 Edition)? +

Astro A50 X (PS5 Edition) — leads on sound (88 vs 85). Tuning, detail, and staging.

Which is better for noise cancelling, HiFiMan Sundara or Astro A50 X (PS5 Edition)? +

Astro A50 X (PS5 Edition) — leads on anc (70 vs 0). ANC strength for commute and travel.