Sennheiser PXC 550-II vs. EPOS I SENNHEISER ADAPT 160 ANC USB-C

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Detailed comparison and review of Sennheiser PXC 550-II and EPOS I SENNHEISER ADAPT 160 ANC USB-C. 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. EPOS I SENNHEISER ADAPT 160 ANC USB-C Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sennheiser PXC 550-II EPOS I SENNHEISER ADAPT 160 ANC USB-C
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless Headset - wired - USB-C
Series - ADAPT 100 Series
Height 17.4 cm -
Width 13.6 cm -
Depth 6.3 cm -
Weight 227 g 145.3 g EPOS I SENNHEISER ADAPT 160 ANC USB-C are lighter than Sennheiser PXC 550-II headphones.
Colour - Black
Earpad Material - Foam
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics, computer
SOUND QUALITY Sennheiser PXC 550-II EPOS I SENNHEISER ADAPT 160 ANC USB-C
Headphones Form Factor Full size On-ear
Headphones Technology Dynamic Dynamic
Adjustable Headband Yes -
Foldable Yes - Sennheiser PXC 550-II can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wired
Wireless Technology Bluetooth -
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 5.0 -
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 Yes Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects - EPOS Voice
Frequency Response 17 - 23000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Sennheiser PXC 550-II offer a larger frequency range than EPOS I SENNHEISER ADAPT 160 ANC USB-C.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) <0.5% -
Sensitivity 110 dB -
Impedance 490 Ohm -
Max Sound Pressure - 115 dB
Diaphragm 32 mm -
Magnet Material - Neodymium
In-Cord Volume Control - Yes
MICROPHONE Sennheiser PXC 550-II EPOS I SENNHEISER ADAPT 160 ANC USB-C
Form Factor Built-in -
Type - Boom
Microphone Operation Mode - Mono
Noise Cancelling - Yes EPOS I SENNHEISER ADAPT 160 ANC USB-C microphone can cancel out ambient noise.
Frequency Response 50 - 10000 Hz 100 - 8000 Hz Sennheiser PXC 550-II offer a larger microphone frequency range than EPOS I SENNHEISER ADAPT 160 ANC USB-C.
Sensitivity -34 dBV/Pascal -
Microphones Included 3 -
REMOTE CONTROL Sennheiser PXC 550-II EPOS I SENNHEISER ADAPT 160 ANC USB-C
Controls Mute, volume, answer/end, hold, play/pause, next/previous track Volume, answer/end
CABLE Sennheiser PXC 550-II EPOS I SENNHEISER ADAPT 160 ANC USB-C
Cable Type USB charge cable
Audio cable
Headset cable
Detachable Cable Yes -
FEATURES Sennheiser PXC 550-II EPOS I SENNHEISER ADAPT 160 ANC USB-C
Features - EPOS ActiveGard
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible Yes -
Intelligent Assistant Siri, Google Assistant, Alexa -
Additional Functions Touch panel -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sennheiser PXC 550-II EPOS I SENNHEISER ADAPT 160 ANC USB-C
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium -
Battery Life 30 hour(s) -
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) -
CONNECTIONS Sennheiser PXC 550-II EPOS I SENNHEISER ADAPT 160 ANC USB-C
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
USB (micro-USB)
Headset (USB Type-C)
OTHERS Sennheiser PXC 550-II EPOS I SENNHEISER ADAPT 160 ANC USB-C
Included Accessories Carrying case, airplane adapter -
Software Certification - Optimised for UC
Compliant Standards MFI -
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 2 years
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