Sennheiser PXC 550-II vs. Audio-Technica ATH-S220BT

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sennheiser PXC 550-II and Audio-Technica ATH-S220BT. 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 550-II vs. Audio-Technica ATH-S220BT Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sennheiser PXC 550-II Audio-Technica ATH-S220BT
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack
Height 17.4 cm -
Width 13.6 cm -
Depth 6.3 cm -
Weight 227 g 180 g Audio-Technica ATH-S220BT are lighter than Sennheiser PXC 550-II headphones.
Colour - White | Black
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 10 m
SOUND QUALITY Sennheiser PXC 550-II Audio-Technica ATH-S220BT
Headphones Form Factor Full size On-ear
Headphones Technology Dynamic Dynamic
Ear Cups Type - Closed
Adjustable Headband Yes Yes
Foldable Yes - Sennheiser PXC 550-II can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless, wired
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth 5.0 Both headphones have the same Bluetooth version.
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, apt-X LL -
Active Noise Cancelling Yes - Sennheiser PXC 550-II are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Frequency Response 17 - 23000 Hz 5 - 32000 Hz Audio-Technica ATH-S220BT offer a larger frequency range than Sennheiser PXC 550-II.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) <0.5% -
Sensitivity 110 dB 105 dB/mW Sennheiser PXC 550-II have higher sensitivity than Audio-Technica ATH-S220BT.
Impedance 490 Ohm 32 Ohm
Diaphragm 32 mm 40 mm Audio-Technica ATH-S220BT have a thicker diaphragm than Sennheiser PXC 550-II.
MICROPHONE Sennheiser PXC 550-II Audio-Technica ATH-S220BT
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Microphone Technology - Electret condenser
Microphone Operation Mode - Omni-directional
Frequency Response 50 - 10000 Hz 50 - 4000 Hz Sennheiser PXC 550-II offer a larger microphone frequency range than Audio-Technica ATH-S220BT.
Sensitivity -34 dBV/Pascal -42 dB
Microphones Included 3 -
REMOTE CONTROL Sennheiser PXC 550-II Audio-Technica ATH-S220BT
Controls Mute, volume, answer/end, hold, play/pause, next/previous track Volume, answer/end, play/pause
CABLE Sennheiser PXC 550-II Audio-Technica ATH-S220BT
Cable Type USB charge cable
Audio cable
USB charge cable - 30 cm
Audio cable - detachable - with remote control and mic - 1.2 m
Cable Length - 1.2 m
Detachable Cable Yes -
FEATURES Sennheiser PXC 550-II Audio-Technica ATH-S220BT
Features - Multipoint Pairing
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible Yes Yes
Intelligent Assistant Siri, Google Assistant, Alexa Siri, Google Assistant
Additional Functions Touch panel -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sennheiser PXC 550-II Audio-Technica ATH-S220BT
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer
Battery Life 30 hour(s) 60 hour(s) Audio-Technica ATH-S220BT lasts longer on a single charge than the Sennheiser PXC 550-II.
Battery Life Details Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / cable connection): up to 30 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / Bluetooth): up to 20 hours
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Charging Time 3 hour(s) 4 hour(s) Sennheiser PXC 550-II recharge faster than Sennheiser PXC 550-II.
CONNECTIONS Sennheiser PXC 550-II Audio-Technica ATH-S220BT
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
USB (micro-USB)
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
OTHERS Sennheiser PXC 550-II Audio-Technica ATH-S220BT
Included Accessories Carrying case, airplane adapter -
Compliant Standards MFI -
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years -
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