Sennheiser PXC 480 vs. Shure AONIC 50

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Sennheiser PXC 480 and Shure AONIC 50. 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. Shure AONIC 50 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sennheiser PXC 480 Shure AONIC 50
Product Type Headphones - wired - 3.5 mm jack Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - 3.5 mm jack, USB-C
Weight - 334 g
Colour - Black
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 10 m
SOUND QUALITY Sennheiser PXC 480 Shure AONIC 50
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
Wireless Technology - Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version - Bluetooth 5.0
Bluetooth Audio Codec - SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD, LDAC, apt-X LL
Active Noise Cancelling Yes Yes Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology NoiseGard active noise compensation Adjustable noise cancellation
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects - Loudness, Vocal Boost, De-ess, Flat, Low Boost
Frequency Response 18 - 20000 Hz 20 - 22000 Hz Shure AONIC 50 offer a larger frequency range than Sennheiser PXC 480.
Max Input Power - 100 mW
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) 0.5% -
Sensitivity 118 dB 97 dB/mW Sennheiser PXC 480 have higher sensitivity than Shure AONIC 50.
Impedance 18 Ohm 39 Ohm
Diaphragm - 50 mm
Magnet Material - Neodymium
Features - Environment mode
In-Cord Volume Control Yes -
MICROPHONE Sennheiser PXC 480 Shure AONIC 50
Form Factor - Built-in
REMOTE CONTROL Sennheiser PXC 480 Shure AONIC 50
Controls Answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track Volume, power on/off, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track, reject call, pair mode, voice assistant
CABLE Sennheiser PXC 480 Shure AONIC 50
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable Audio cable - detachable
Detachable Cable - Yes
Plated Connector - Nickel
FEATURES Sennheiser PXC 480 Shure AONIC 50
Additional Functions - Amplifier
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sennheiser PXC 480 Shure AONIC 50
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life 50 hour(s) 20 hour(s) Sennheiser PXC 480 lasts longer on a single charge than the Shure AONIC 50.
CONNECTIONS Sennheiser PXC 480 Shure AONIC 50
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
USB (24 pin USB-C)
OTHERS Sennheiser PXC 480 Shure AONIC 50
Included Accessories Airplane adapter, 6.3 mm (1/4") stereo adapter, travel bag, USB charging cable Carrying case, USB-C charging cable
Compatibility - iPhone, iPad, Android phone
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 2 years
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