Sennheiser HD 579 (HD 500) vs. Microsoft Surface Headphones

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sennheiser HD 579 (HD 500) and Microsoft Surface Headphones. 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 579 (HD 500) vs. Microsoft Surface Headphones Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sennheiser HD 579 (HD 500) Microsoft Surface Headphones
Product Type Headphones - wired Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - 3.5 mm jack, USB-C
Series HD 500 -
Height - 20.4 cm
Width - 19.5 cm
Depth - 4.8 cm
Weight - 290.3 g
Colour Silver Light grey
Recommended Use Home audio -
SOUND QUALITY Sennheiser HD 579 (HD 500) Microsoft Surface Headphones
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Ear Cups Type Open -
Connectivity Technology Wired Wireless
Wireless Technology - Bluetooth
Active Noise Cancelling - Yes Microsoft Surface Headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Frequency Response 15 - 28000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Sennheiser HD 579 (HD 500) offer a larger frequency range than Microsoft Surface Headphones.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) 0.2% -
Impedance 50 Ohm -
Max Sound Pressure 106 dB 115 dB
Diaphragm - 40 mm
Magnet Material Neodymium -
MICROPHONE Sennheiser HD 579 (HD 500) Microsoft Surface Headphones
Form Factor - Built-in
REMOTE CONTROL Sennheiser HD 579 (HD 500) Microsoft Surface Headphones
Controls - Volume, power on/off, mute button, noise-cancellation suspend button
CABLE Sennheiser HD 579 (HD 500) Microsoft Surface Headphones
Cable Type Headphones cable - 3 m Audio cable - detachable - 1.2 m
USB-C cable - detachable - 1.5 m
Cable Length 3 m -
Detachable Cable Yes Yes
FEATURES Sennheiser HD 579 (HD 500) Microsoft Surface Headphones
Intelligent Assistant - Cortana
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sennheiser HD 579 (HD 500) Microsoft Surface Headphones
Battery Type - Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life - 15 hour(s)
Charging Time - 2 hour(s)
CONNECTIONS Sennheiser HD 579 (HD 500) Microsoft Surface Headphones
Connector Type Headphones (phone stereo 6.3 mm) Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole)
USB (USB Type-C)
OTHERS Sennheiser HD 579 (HD 500) Microsoft Surface Headphones
Included Accessories 6.3 mm to 3.5 mm adapter Carrying case
Compatibility - iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Mac, Windows
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 1 year
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