Detailed comparison and review of Microsoft Surface Headphones and Sennheiser PXC 550-II. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare design, sound quality, but also other key features of both headphones and easily decide which ones are the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the headphones that best fit your needs and expectations.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Microsoft Surface Headphones | Sennheiser PXC 550-II |
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Product Type | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - 3.5 mm jack, USB-C | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless | |
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Height | 20.4 cm | 17.4 cm | |
Width | 19.5 cm | 13.6 cm | |
Depth | 4.8 cm | 6.3 cm | |
Weight | 290.3 g | 227 g | Sennheiser PXC 550-II are lighter than Microsoft Surface Headphones headphones. |
Colour | Light grey | - | |
Recommended Use | - | Portable electronics |
SOUND QUALITY | Microsoft Surface Headphones | Sennheiser PXC 550-II |
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Headphones Form Factor | Full size | Full size | |
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Headphones Technology | - | Dynamic | |
Adjustable Headband | - | Yes | |
Foldable | - | Yes | Sennheiser PXC 550-II can be folded. |
Connectivity Technology | Wireless | Wireless | |
Wireless Technology | Bluetooth | 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 | Yes | Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation. |
Sound Output Mode | Stereo | Stereo | |
Frequency Response | 20 - 20000 Hz | 17 - 23000 Hz | Sennheiser PXC 550-II offer a larger frequency range than Microsoft Surface Headphones. |
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) | - | <0.5% | |
Sensitivity | - | 110 dB | |
Impedance | - | 490 Ohm | |
Max Sound Pressure | 115 dB | - | |
Diaphragm | 40 mm | 32 mm | Microsoft Surface Headphones have a thicker diaphragm than Sennheiser PXC 550-II. |
MICROPHONE | Microsoft Surface Headphones | Sennheiser PXC 550-II |
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Form Factor | Built-in | Built-in | |
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Frequency Response | - | 50 - 10000 Hz | |
Sensitivity | - | -34 dBV/Pascal | |
Microphones Included | - | 3 |
REMOTE CONTROL | Microsoft Surface Headphones | Sennheiser PXC 550-II |
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Controls | Volume, power on/off, mute button, noise-cancellation suspend button | Mute, volume, answer/end, hold, play/pause, next/previous track |
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CABLE | Microsoft Surface Headphones | Sennheiser PXC 550-II |
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Cable Type | Audio cable - detachable - 1.2 m USB-C cable - detachable - 1.5 m |
USB charge cable Audio cable |
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Detachable Cable | Yes | Yes |
FEATURES | Microsoft Surface Headphones | Sennheiser PXC 550-II |
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Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible | - | Yes | |
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Intelligent Assistant | Cortana | Siri, Google Assistant, Alexa | |
Additional Functions | - | Touch panel |
BATTERY AND CHARGING | Microsoft Surface Headphones | Sennheiser PXC 550-II |
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Battery Type | Headphone battery rechargeable | Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium | |
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Battery Life | 15 hour(s) | 30 hour(s) | Sennheiser PXC 550-II lasts longer on a single charge than the Microsoft Surface Headphones. |
Battery Life Details | - | Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / cable connection): up to 30 hours Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / Bluetooth): up to 20 hours |
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Charging Time | 2 hour(s) | 3 hour(s) | Microsoft Surface Headphones recharge faster than Microsoft Surface Headphones. |
CONNECTIONS | Microsoft Surface Headphones | Sennheiser PXC 550-II |
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Connector Type | Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) USB (USB Type-C) |
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) USB (micro-USB) |
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OTHERS | Microsoft Surface Headphones | Sennheiser PXC 550-II |
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Included Accessories | Carrying case | Carrying case, airplane adapter | |
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Compatibility | iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Mac, Windows | - | |
Compliant Standards | - | MFI | |
Service & Support | Limited warranty - 1 year | Limited warranty - 2 years |