Studio Arc 5: specs and price
Category strengths
Why is Studio Arc 5 better than the average?
- 2 h more Battery life (earbuds) ?12 h vs 10 h (avg)
- 2.5 mm more Driver size ?16 mm vs 13.5 mm (avg)
- 5 h more Battery life (with case) ?40 h vs 35 h (avg)
Why is Studio Arc 5 not better than the average?
- No Active noise cancellation ?
- 22.5 Hz more Lowest frequency ?65 Hz vs 42.5 Hz (avg)
- No Spatial audio ?
- No Hi-Res audio ?
- No Passive noise reduction ?
- 10,000 Hz less Highest frequency ?20,000 Hz vs 30,000 Hz (avg)
- No In-ear detection ?
- No Wireless charging case ?
- 1 less Microphones ?4 vs 5 (avg)
- 0.4 g more Weight ?6.2 g vs 5.8 g (avg)
Specifications
Quality bars are generated automatically against 1 other headphones.
Sound quality
Larger drivers can move more air for fuller sound.
A lower figure means deeper bass response.
A higher figure means more detailed treble.
A lower impedance is easier to drive from phones and laptops.
Higher-quality codecs carry more detail; more support means better device matching.
Creates an immersive, three-dimensional soundstage.
Plays back high-resolution audio above CD quality.
Features
Electronically cancels background noise.
Automatically tunes noise cancelling to your surroundings.
Physically blocks outside noise with a tight seal.
Lets outside sound in so you stay aware of surroundings.
A companion app lets you tune the sound to taste.
Tap or swipe the earbuds to control playback and calls.
Pauses playback when you remove an earbud.
Locate the earbuds if you misplace them.
Battery
Listening time on a single charge.
Total listening time including the charging case.
Listening time with active noise cancellation enabled.
The case can be charged wirelessly.
The case charges over a standard USB-C cable.
A short charge gives hours of playback.
Connectivity
A newer Bluetooth version improves range and efficiency.
Stay connected to two devices at once.
More microphones improve call clarity and noise cancelling.
Reduces audio lag for gaming and video.
Can also be used with a cable when needed.
Comfort
The wearing style of the headphones.
Lighter earbuds are more comfortable for long sessions.
The IP rating against sweat and water.
Folds down to pack away more easily.
Price history
Ratings & reviews
- Love it
Does everything I need and more. Battery easily lasts a full day and the screen is a joy to look at.
Pros- Long battery
- Bright screen
- Very capable
Has become my daily driver. Comfortable, quick and well built. Minor quirks but easy to live with.
Pros- Comfortable
- Well built
Cons- Fingerprint magnet
- Happy with it
Solid choice for the price. It handles everything I throw at it, though I wish the battery lasted a little longer.
Pros- Good value
- Fast
Cons- Battery could be better
- Love it
Does everything I need and more. Battery easily lasts a full day and the screen is a joy to look at.
Pros- Long battery
- Bright screen
- Very capable
Has become my daily driver. Comfortable, quick and well built. Minor quirks but easy to live with.
Pros- Comfortable
- Well built
Cons- Fingerprint magnet
- Love it
Does everything I need and more. Battery easily lasts a full day and the screen is a joy to look at.
Pros- Long battery
- Bright screen
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The bottom line
The Studio Arc 5 earns a VS Score of 35, trailing most of the 2 headphones we compare here, at least on the spec sheet. It stands out for 2 h more Battery life (earbuds), 2.5 mm more Driver size and 5 h more Battery life (with case). Just be aware of no Active noise cancellation and 22.5 Hz more Lowest frequency before you buy. Weigh those trade-offs against what matters most to you.
The VS Score is generated automatically from the weighted specifications above, measured against all other headphones in our database. Treat it as a shortlisting guide — not a substitute for your own priorities.
