Sennheiser HD 820 vs. RIG 500 PRO HX

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sennheiser HD 820 and RIG 500 PRO HX. 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 820 vs. RIG 500 PRO HX Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sennheiser HD 820 RIG 500 PRO HX
Product Type Headphones - wired Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack
Height - 18.5 cm
Width - 18.5 cm
Depth - 7.49 cm
Weight 360 g 323 g RIG 500 PRO HX are lighter than Sennheiser HD 820 headphones.
Earpad Material Microfibre Leatherette
Recommended Use - Game console
SOUND QUALITY Sennheiser HD 820 RIG 500 PRO HX
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic Dynamic
Ear Cups Type Closed Closed
Connectivity Technology Wired Wired
Noise Isolating Yes Yes Both headphones are equipped with noise isolation.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Built-in Decoders - Dolby Atmos
Frequency Response 6 - 48000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Sennheiser HD 820 offer a larger frequency range than RIG 500 PRO HX.
Max Input Power - 40 mW
Sensitivity 103 dB/Vrms 111 dB RIG 500 PRO HX have higher sensitivity than Sennheiser HD 820.
Impedance 300 Ohm 33 Ohm
Diaphragm - 50 mm
In-Cord Volume Control - Yes
MICROPHONE Sennheiser HD 820 RIG 500 PRO HX
Form Factor - Detachable headset microphone
Type - Boom
Microphone Operation Mode - Uni-directional
Frequency Response - 100 - 10000 Hz
Sensitivity - -45 dBV/Pascal
Signal-To-Noise Ratio - 45 dB
Microphone Features - Mute function
REMOTE CONTROL Sennheiser HD 820 RIG 500 PRO HX
Controls - Volume
CABLE Sennheiser HD 820 RIG 500 PRO HX
Cable Type Headphones cable - OFC - 3 m Headset cable - 1.3 m
Cable Length 3 m 1.3 m
Plated Connector Gold -
CONNECTIONS Sennheiser HD 820 RIG 500 PRO HX
Connector Type Headphones (phone stereo 6.3 mm) Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole)
OTHERS Sennheiser HD 820 RIG 500 PRO HX
Included Accessories USB flash drive, microfibre cleaning cloth, 4.4 mm Pentaconn stereo jack plug, XLR-4 connector Dolby activation card, audio dial with 2 rubber sleeves
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 1 year
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