Sennheiser PXC 480 vs. Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9 3rd Generation

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sennheiser PXC 480 and Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9 3rd Generation. 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 PXC 480 vs. Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9 3rd Generation Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sennheiser PXC 480 Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9 3rd Generation
Product Type Headphones - wired - 3.5 mm jack Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack
Height - 20 cm
Width - 19.7 cm
Depth - 5.2 cm
Weight - 285 g
Colour - Chestnut
Body Material - Stainless steel, aluminium
Earpad Material - Leather
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 10 m
SOUND QUALITY Sennheiser PXC 480 Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9 3rd Generation
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology - Dynamic
Adjustable Headband Yes -
Foldable Yes - Sennheiser PXC 480 can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wired Wireless, wired
Wireless Technology - Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version - Bluetooth 4.2
Bluetooth Audio Codec - SBC, AAC, apt-X LL
Active Noise Cancelling Yes Yes Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology NoiseGard active noise compensation -
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects - Signature Sound
Frequency Response 18 - 20000 Hz 20 - 22000 Hz Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9 3rd Generation offer a larger frequency range than Sennheiser PXC 480.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) 0.5% -
Sensitivity 118 dB 93 dB Sennheiser PXC 480 have higher sensitivity than Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9 3rd Generation.
Impedance 18 Ohm 24 Ohm
Diaphragm - 40 mm
In-Cord Volume Control Yes -
MICROPHONE Sennheiser PXC 480 Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9 3rd Generation
Form Factor - Built-in
REMOTE CONTROL Sennheiser PXC 480 Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9 3rd Generation
Controls Answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track Volume, on/off, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, pair mode, voice assistant, noise-cancellation suspend button, ANC on/off
CABLE Sennheiser PXC 480 Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9 3rd Generation
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable Headphones cable - detachable - 1.2 m
USB-C charge cable - detachable - 1.25 m
Cable Length - 1.2 m
Detachable Cable - Yes
FEATURES Sennheiser PXC 480 Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9 3rd Generation
Features - Touch control
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
Intelligent Assistant - Google Assistant
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sennheiser PXC 480 Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9 3rd Generation
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity - 1110 mAh
Battery Life 50 hour(s) 33 hour(s) Sennheiser PXC 480 lasts longer on a single charge than the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9 3rd Generation.
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / Bluetooth): up to 25 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF / Bluetooth): up to 32 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / cable connection): up to 33 hours
Charging Time - 3 hour(s)
CONNECTIONS Sennheiser PXC 480 Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9 3rd Generation
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
OTHERS Sennheiser PXC 480 Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9 3rd Generation
Included Accessories Airplane adapter, 6.3 mm (1/4") stereo adapter, travel bag, USB charging cable Carrying pouch, airplane adapter
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years -
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