Sennheiser PXC 480 vs. Meze Empyrean

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sennheiser PXC 480 and Meze Empyrean. 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. Meze Empyrean Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sennheiser PXC 480 Meze Empyrean
Product Type Headphones - wired - 3.5 mm jack Headphones - wired
Weight - 430 g
Colour - Black copper
Body Material - Fibreglass-reinforced ABS
Recommended Use Portable electronics -
SOUND QUALITY Sennheiser PXC 480 Meze Empyrean
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
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 18 - 20000 Hz 4 - 110000 Hz Meze Empyrean offer a larger frequency range than Sennheiser PXC 480.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) 0.5% <0.1% Meze Empyrean have lower total harmonic distortion than Sennheiser PXC 480.
Sensitivity 118 dB -
Impedance 18 Ohm 31.6 Ohm
Magnet Material - Neodymium
In-Cord Volume Control Yes -
REMOTE CONTROL Sennheiser PXC 480 Meze Empyrean
Controls Answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track -
CABLE Sennheiser PXC 480 Meze Empyrean
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable -
Detachable Cable - Yes
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sennheiser PXC 480 Meze Empyrean
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable -
Battery Life 50 hour(s) -
CONNECTIONS Sennheiser PXC 480 Meze Empyrean
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) Headphones
OTHERS Sennheiser PXC 480 Meze Empyrean
Included Accessories 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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