Sennheiser PXC 480 vs. Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC700BT

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Sennheiser PXC 480 and Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC700BT. Compare design, audio features, functions and other important specifications to easily choose the right headphones for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the headphones that will best fit your needs.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Sennheiser PXC 480 vs. Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC700BT Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sennheiser PXC 480 Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC700BT
Product Type Headphones - wired - 3.5 mm jack Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - 3.5 mm jack
Weight - 250 g
Colour - Black
Earpad Material - Memory foam
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 10 m
SOUND QUALITY Sennheiser PXC 480 Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC700BT
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Adjustable Headband Yes Yes
Foldable Yes Yes Both headphones can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wired Wireless
Wireless Technology - Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version - Bluetooth 4.1
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
Active Noise Cancelling Yes Yes Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology NoiseGard active noise compensation QuietPoint
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Frequency Response 18 - 20000 Hz 5 - 40000 Hz Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC700BT offer a larger frequency range than Sennheiser PXC 480.
Max Input Power - 1000 mW
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) 0.5% -
Sensitivity 118 dB 98 dB/mW Sennheiser PXC 480 have higher sensitivity than Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC700BT.
Impedance 18 Ohm 150 Ohm
Diaphragm - 40 mm
In-Cord Volume Control Yes Yes
MICROPHONE Sennheiser PXC 480 Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC700BT
Form Factor - Built-in
Microphone Technology - Condenser
Microphone Operation Mode - Omni-directional
Frequency Response - 50 - 4000 Hz
Sensitivity - -44 dB
REMOTE CONTROL Sennheiser PXC 480 Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC700BT
Controls Answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track Volume, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, swipe control
CABLE Sennheiser PXC 480 Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC700BT
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable Headphones cable - detachable - 1.2 m
USB charge cable - detachable - 30 cm
Cable Length - 1.2 m
Detachable Cable - Yes
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sennheiser PXC 480 Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC700BT
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer
Battery Life 50 hour(s) 25 hour(s) Sennheiser PXC 480 lasts longer on a single charge than the Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC700BT.
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / Bluetooth): up to 25 hours
Continuous playback (Bluetooth ON): up to 30 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON): up to 45 hours
Standby Time - 1000 hours
CONNECTIONS Sennheiser PXC 480 Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC700BT
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) -
OTHERS Sennheiser PXC 480 Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC700BT
Included Accessories Airplane adapter, 6.3 mm (1/4") stereo adapter, travel bag, USB charging cable Protective pouch
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 1 year
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