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Audio-Technica AT2020 vs RØDE NT1 5th Generation

Compared on price, editorial scores, specs, pros, and cons. Highlights use only our stored scoring data.

CompareAudio-TechnicaAudio-Technica AT2020RØDERØDE NT1 5th Generation
Price
₹8,240
Lowest
₹21,340
Editor score
7.8
8.1
Best overall
Quality7.59.2Best
Value9.5Best8.5
Build7.09.0Best
Beginner friendly9.0Best8.0
Portability6.0Best6.0
Highlights
Better valueBetter for beginners
Better overall
Polar PatternCardioidCardioid
ConnectivityXLRXLR + USB-C
Frequency Response20 Hz – 20 kHz—
Diaphragm16 mm1-inch gold-sputtered
Max SPL—142 dB
Self-Noise—4 dBA
Pros
  • Very affordable
  • Clean, detailed sound
  • Rugged body
  • Extremely low self-noise
  • Dual XLR/USB connectivity
  • Excellent build quality
Cons
  • Needs interface
  • Picks up room noise
  • No onboard gain control
  • Needs phantom power for XLR
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Audio-Technica AT2020
7.8editor

Audio-Technica

Audio-Technica AT2020

The affordable entry point to solid condenser recording.

From

₹8,240

RØDE NT1 5th Generation
8.1editor

RØDE

RØDE NT1 5th Generation

A classic large-diaphragm condenser with incredibly low self-noise and a smooth, natural sound.

From

₹21,340