Audio-Technica ATH MSR7b vs. Sennheiser PXC 550-II

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Audio-Technica ATH MSR7b and Sennheiser PXC 550-II. Compare design, audio features, functions and other important specifications to easily choose the right headphones for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the headphones that will best fit your needs.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Audio-Technica ATH MSR7b vs. Sennheiser PXC 550-II Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Audio-Technica ATH MSR7b Sennheiser PXC 550-II
Product Type Headphones - wired - 3.5 mm jack Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Height - 17.4 cm
Width - 13.6 cm
Depth - 6.3 cm
Weight - 227 g
Colour Black -
Recommended Use - Portable electronics
High-Resolution Audio Yes -
SOUND QUALITY Audio-Technica ATH MSR7b Sennheiser PXC 550-II
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic Dynamic
Adjustable Headband - Yes
Foldable - Yes Sennheiser PXC 550-II can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wired Wireless
Wireless Technology - Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version - Bluetooth 5.0
Bluetooth Profiles - Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
Bluetooth Audio Codec - SBC, AAC, aptX, apt-X LL
Active Noise Cancelling - Yes Sennheiser PXC 550-II are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Frequency Response 5 - 50000 Hz 17 - 23000 Hz Audio-Technica ATH MSR7b offer a larger frequency range than Sennheiser PXC 550-II.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) - <0.5%
Sensitivity 101 dB/mW 110 dB Sennheiser PXC 550-II have higher sensitivity than Audio-Technica ATH MSR7b.
Impedance 36 Ohm 490 Ohm
Diaphragm 45 mm 32 mm Audio-Technica ATH MSR7b have a thicker diaphragm than Sennheiser PXC 550-II.
MICROPHONE Audio-Technica ATH MSR7b Sennheiser PXC 550-II
Form Factor - Built-in
Frequency Response - 50 - 10000 Hz
Sensitivity - -34 dBV/Pascal
Microphones Included - 3
REMOTE CONTROL Audio-Technica ATH MSR7b Sennheiser PXC 550-II
Controls - Mute, volume, answer/end, hold, play/pause, next/previous track
CABLE Audio-Technica ATH MSR7b Sennheiser PXC 550-II
Cable Type 2 x headphones cable - detachable - 1.2 m USB charge cable
Audio cable
Detachable Cable - Yes
FEATURES Audio-Technica ATH MSR7b Sennheiser PXC 550-II
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
Intelligent Assistant - Siri, Google Assistant, Alexa
Additional Functions - Touch panel
BATTERY AND CHARGING Audio-Technica ATH MSR7b Sennheiser PXC 550-II
Battery Type - Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium
Battery Life - 30 hour(s)
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / cable connection): up to 30 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / Bluetooth): up to 20 hours
Charging Time - 3 hour(s)
CONNECTIONS Audio-Technica ATH MSR7b Sennheiser PXC 550-II
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
USB (micro-USB)
OTHERS Audio-Technica ATH MSR7b Sennheiser PXC 550-II
Included Accessories Carrying pouch Carrying case, airplane adapter
Compliant Standards - MFI
Service & Support Limited warranty - parts and labour - 2 years Limited warranty - 2 years
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