Sennheiser PXC 550-II vs. Jabra Elite 45h

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sennheiser PXC 550-II and Jabra Elite 45h. 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. Jabra Elite 45h Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sennheiser PXC 550-II Jabra Elite 45h
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Height 17.4 cm 18.6 cm
Width 13.6 cm 15.7 cm
Depth 6.3 cm 6.05 cm
Weight 227 g 160 g Jabra Elite 45h are lighter than Sennheiser PXC 550-II headphones.
Colour - Titanium black | Gold beige | Copper black | Navy | Black
Earpad Material - Leatherette, memory foam
Protection - Dust-resistant, wind protection, rainproof
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 10 m
SOUND QUALITY Sennheiser PXC 550-II Jabra Elite 45h
Headphones Form Factor Full size On-ear
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Adjustable Headband Yes -
Foldable Yes Yes Both headphones can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
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) Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Serial Port Profile (SPP), 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.
Noise Isolating - Yes Jabra Elite 45h are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Frequency Response 17 - 23000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Sennheiser PXC 550-II offer a larger frequency range than Jabra Elite 45h.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) <0.5% -
Sensitivity 110 dB -
Impedance 490 Ohm -
Diaphragm 32 mm 40 mm Jabra Elite 45h have a thicker diaphragm than Sennheiser PXC 550-II.
Simultaneously Connectable Devices Qty (Multipoint) - 2 Jabra Elite 45h have the ability to connect to multiple devices simultaneously.
MICROPHONE Sennheiser PXC 550-II Jabra Elite 45h
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Frequency Response 50 - 10000 Hz 100 - 10000 Hz Sennheiser PXC 550-II offer a larger microphone frequency range than Jabra Elite 45h.
Sensitivity -34 dBV/Pascal -
Microphones Included 3 2 Sennheiser PXC 550-II have a built-in microphone.
REMOTE CONTROL Sennheiser PXC 550-II Jabra Elite 45h
Controls Mute, volume, answer/end, hold, play/pause, next/previous track Mute, volume, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track
CABLE Sennheiser PXC 550-II Jabra Elite 45h
Cable Type USB charge cable
Audio cable
USB-C cable - detachable - 30 cm
Detachable Cable Yes -
FEATURES Sennheiser PXC 550-II Jabra Elite 45h
Features - Fast charge
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible Yes Yes
Intelligent Assistant Siri, Google Assistant, Alexa Siri, Google Assistant, Alexa
Additional Functions Touch panel -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sennheiser PXC 550-II Jabra Elite 45h
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life 30 hour(s) 50 hour(s) Jabra Elite 45h 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
Continuous playback: up to 50 hours
Continuous talk: up to 40 hours
Standby (auto power off after 24 hours): up to 1 year
Charging Time 3 hour(s) 1.5 hour(s) Jabra Elite 45h recharge faster than Sennheiser PXC 550-II.
CONNECTIONS Sennheiser PXC 550-II Jabra Elite 45h
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
USB (micro-USB)
USB (power only) (USB Type-C)
OTHERS Sennheiser PXC 550-II Jabra Elite 45h
Included Accessories Carrying case, airplane adapter Carrying bag, USB-C charging cable
Compliant Standards MFI FCC, RoHS, REACH, EAC, RCM, ISED
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 1 year
Other projects: