Sennheiser HD 800 S vs. Sennheiser PXC 480

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sennheiser HD 800 S and Sennheiser PXC 480. 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 800 S vs. Sennheiser PXC 480 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sennheiser HD 800 S Sennheiser PXC 480
Product Type Headphones - wired Headphones - wired - 3.5 mm jack
Weight 330 g -
Colour Black -
Headband Material Metal, plastic -
Recommended Use - Portable electronics
SOUND QUALITY Sennheiser HD 800 S Sennheiser PXC 480
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Ear Cups Type Open -
Adjustable Headband - Yes
Foldable - Yes Sennheiser PXC 480 can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wired Wired
Active Noise Cancelling - Yes Sennheiser PXC 480 are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology - NoiseGard active noise compensation
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Frequency Response 4 - 51000 Hz 18 - 20000 Hz Sennheiser HD 800 S offer a larger frequency range than Sennheiser PXC 480.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) 0.02% 0.5% Sennheiser HD 800 S have lower total harmonic distortion than Sennheiser HD 800 S.
Sensitivity - 118 dB
Impedance 300 Ohm 18 Ohm
In-Cord Volume Control - Yes
REMOTE CONTROL Sennheiser HD 800 S Sennheiser PXC 480
Controls - Answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track
CABLE Sennheiser HD 800 S Sennheiser PXC 480
Cable Type Headphones cable - 3 m
Audio cable
Headphones cable - detachable
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sennheiser HD 800 S Sennheiser PXC 480
Battery Type - Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life - 50 hour(s)
CONNECTIONS Sennheiser HD 800 S Sennheiser PXC 480
Connector Type Headphones (phone stereo 6.3 mm) Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
OTHERS Sennheiser HD 800 S Sennheiser PXC 480
Included Accessories USB flash drive, microfibre cleaning cloth Airplane adapter, 6.3 mm (1/4") stereo adapter, travel bag, USB charging cable
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 2 years
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