Sennheiser HD 2.30i vs. Sennheiser SC 165 USB

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sennheiser HD 2.30i and Sennheiser SC 165 USB. 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.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Sennheiser HD 2.30i vs. Sennheiser SC 165 USB Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sennheiser HD 2.30i Sennheiser SC 165 USB
Product Type Headphones - wired - 3.5 mm jack Headset - wired - USB, 3.5 mm jack
Series HD 2 -
Weight 262 g 98 g Sennheiser SC 165 USB are lighter than Sennheiser HD 2.30i headphones.
Colour Black | White Black, white
Earpad Material Leatherette Leatherette
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics, computer
SOUND QUALITY Sennheiser HD 2.30i Sennheiser SC 165 USB
Headphones Form Factor On-ear On-ear
Headphones Technology - Dynamic
Ear Cups Type Closed -
Foldable Yes - Sennheiser HD 2.30i can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wired Wired
Active Noise Cancelling - Yes Sennheiser SC 165 USB are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects - EPOS Voice
Frequency Response 18 - 22000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Sennheiser HD 2.30i offer a larger frequency range than Sennheiser SC 165 USB.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) 0.5% -
Sensitivity 115 dB/Vrms -
Impedance 22 Ohm -
Max Sound Pressure 115 dB 115 dB
Magnet Material - Neodymium
In-Cord Volume Control Yes Yes
MICROPHONE Sennheiser HD 2.30i Sennheiser SC 165 USB
Type On-cable Boom
Microphone Operation Mode Mono, omni-directional -
Frequency Response - 100 - 10000 Hz
REMOTE CONTROL Sennheiser HD 2.30i Sennheiser SC 165 USB
Controls Volume, answer/end, play/pause Volume, answer/end, microphone on/mute, redial
CABLE Sennheiser HD 2.30i Sennheiser SC 165 USB
Cable Type Headphones cable - 1.4 m Headset cable
USB cable - detachable
Cable Length 1.4 m 2.262 m
Detachable Cable Yes -
FEATURES Sennheiser HD 2.30i Sennheiser SC 165 USB
Features - EPOS ActiveGard
CONNECTIONS Sennheiser HD 2.30i Sennheiser SC 165 USB
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) USB (4 PIN USB Type A)
Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole)
OTHERS Sennheiser HD 2.30i Sennheiser SC 165 USB
Included Accessories - Carrying pouch, USB cable
Compatibility iPhone -
Software Certification - Certified for Skype for Business
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 2 years
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