Sennheiser PXC 550-II vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sennheiser PXC 550-II and Lenovo ThinkPad X1. 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. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sennheiser PXC 550-II Lenovo ThinkPad X1
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Height 17.4 cm -
Width 13.6 cm -
Depth 6.3 cm -
Weight 227 g 195 g Lenovo ThinkPad X1 are lighter than Sennheiser PXC 550-II headphones.
Recommended Use Portable electronics -
SOUND QUALITY Sennheiser PXC 550-II Lenovo ThinkPad X1
Headphones Form Factor Full size On-ear
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Adjustable Headband Yes 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), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
Bluetooth Audio Codec SBC, AAC, aptX, apt-X LL SBC, AAC, aptX, apt-X LL, mSBC
Active Noise Cancelling Yes Yes Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology - Environmental Noise Cancellation (ENC) / Hybrid ANC
Sound Output Mode Stereo -
Frequency Response 17 - 23000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Sennheiser PXC 550-II offer a larger frequency range than Lenovo ThinkPad X1.
Max Input Power - 30 mW
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) <0.5% -
Sensitivity 110 dB 111 dB Lenovo ThinkPad X1 have higher sensitivity than Sennheiser PXC 550-II.
Impedance 490 Ohm 32 Ohm
Diaphragm 32 mm 40 mm Lenovo ThinkPad X1 have a thicker diaphragm than Sennheiser PXC 550-II.
Dynamic Range - 110 dB
Simultaneously Connectable Devices Qty (Multipoint) - 2 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 have the ability to connect to multiple devices simultaneously.
MICROPHONE Sennheiser PXC 550-II Lenovo ThinkPad X1
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Noise Cancelling - Yes Lenovo ThinkPad X1 microphone can cancel out ambient noise.
Frequency Response 50 - 10000 Hz 50 - 8000 Hz Sennheiser PXC 550-II offer a larger microphone frequency range than Lenovo ThinkPad X1.
Sensitivity -34 dBV/Pascal -
Dynamic Range - 95 dB
Signal-To-Noise Ratio - 19 dB
Microphones Included 3 -
REMOTE CONTROL Sennheiser PXC 550-II Lenovo ThinkPad X1
Controls Mute, volume, answer/end, hold, play/pause, next/previous track -
CABLE Sennheiser PXC 550-II Lenovo ThinkPad X1
Cable Type USB charge cable
Audio cable
USB-C to USB-A cable - 1.3 m
USB-C cable - 1.3 m
Detachable Cable Yes -
FEATURES Sennheiser PXC 550-II Lenovo ThinkPad X1
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible Yes -
Intelligent Assistant Siri, Google Assistant, Alexa -
Additional Functions Touch panel -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sennheiser PXC 550-II Lenovo ThinkPad X1
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life 30 hour(s) 20 hours Sennheiser PXC 550-II lasts longer on a single charge than the Lenovo ThinkPad X1.
Battery Life Details Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / cable connection): up to 30 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / Bluetooth): up to 20 hours
(noise cancelling OFF): up to 20 hours
Continuous playback: up to 15 hours
Charging Time 3 hour(s) 2 hours Lenovo ThinkPad X1 recharge faster than Sennheiser PXC 550-II.
CONNECTIONS Sennheiser PXC 550-II Lenovo ThinkPad X1
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
USB (micro-USB)
Headphones (24 pin USB-C)
OTHERS Sennheiser PXC 550-II Lenovo ThinkPad X1
Included Accessories Carrying case, airplane adapter Carrying case
Compliant Standards MFI -
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 1 year
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