Sennheiser PXC 550-II vs. JVC HA S36W

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Sennheiser PXC 550-II and JVC HA S36W. 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 550-II vs. JVC HA S36W Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sennheiser PXC 550-II JVC HA S36W
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Series - Deep Bass
Height 17.4 cm -
Width 13.6 cm -
Depth 6.3 cm -
Weight 227 g 157 g JVC HA S36W are lighter than Sennheiser PXC 550-II headphones.
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 10 m
SOUND QUALITY Sennheiser PXC 550-II JVC HA S36W
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 5.2 JVC HA S36W have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Sennheiser PXC 550-II.
Bluetooth Profiles Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
Bluetooth Audio Codec SBC, AAC, aptX, apt-X LL SBC
Active Noise Cancelling Yes - Sennheiser PXC 550-II are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects - Bass Boost
Frequency Response 17 - 23000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Sennheiser PXC 550-II offer a larger frequency range than JVC HA S36W.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) <0.5% -
Sensitivity 110 dB -
Impedance 490 Ohm 32 Ohm
Diaphragm 32 mm 30 mm Sennheiser PXC 550-II have a thicker diaphragm than JVC HA S36W.
Magnet Material - Ferrite
Features - 3 sound modes
MICROPHONE Sennheiser PXC 550-II JVC HA S36W
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Frequency Response 50 - 10000 Hz -
Sensitivity -34 dBV/Pascal -
Microphone Features - Mute function
Microphones Included 3 -
REMOTE CONTROL Sennheiser PXC 550-II JVC HA S36W
Controls Mute, volume, answer/end, hold, play/pause, next/previous track Volume, power on/off, microphone on/off, voice assistant, multiple function button
CABLE Sennheiser PXC 550-II JVC HA S36W
Cable Type USB charge cable
Audio cable
USB charge cable - detachable
Detachable Cable Yes -
FEATURES Sennheiser PXC 550-II JVC HA S36W
Features - Multipoint Pairing
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible Yes -
Intelligent Assistant Siri, Google Assistant, Alexa -
Additional Functions Touch panel -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sennheiser PXC 550-II JVC HA S36W
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion
Battery Life 30 hour(s) 35 hour(s) JVC HA S36W 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 35 hours
Charging Time 3 hour(s) 3 hour(s) The charging of both headphones last the same time.
CONNECTIONS Sennheiser PXC 550-II JVC HA S36W
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
USB (micro-USB)
USB (power only)
OTHERS Sennheiser PXC 550-II JVC HA S36W
Included Accessories Carrying case, airplane adapter USB charging cable
Compliant Standards MFI -
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years 2-year warranty
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