Detailed comparison and review of Sennheiser PXC 550-II and Sony WH-1000XM4. 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.
| DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Sennheiser PXC 550-II | Sony WH-1000XM4 |
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| Product Type | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - NFC - 3.5 mm jack | |
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| Height | 17.4 cm | 25.2 cm | |
| Width | 13.6 cm | 7.7 cm | |
| Length | - | 18.5 cm | |
| Depth | 6.3 cm | - | |
| Weight | 227 g | 520 g | Sennheiser PXC 550-II are lighter than Sennheiser PXC 550-II headphones. |
| Colour | - | White | Black | Silver | Midnight blue | |
| Earpad Material | - | Urethane foam | |
| Recommended Use | Portable electronics | Portable electronics | |
| Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) | - | 10 m | |
| High-Resolution Audio | - | Yes |
| SOUND QUALITY | Sennheiser PXC 550-II | Sony WH-1000XM4 |
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| Headphones Form Factor | Full size | Full size | |
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| Headphones Technology | Dynamic | Dynamic | |
| Ear Cups Type | - | Closed | |
| Adjustable Headband | Yes | - | |
| Foldable | Yes | Yes | Both headphones 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) | Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP), Serial Copy Management System (SCMS-T) | |
| Bluetooth Audio Codec | SBC, AAC, aptX, apt-X LL | SBC, AAC, LDAC | |
| Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | Yes | Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation. |
| Active Noise Cancelling Technology | - | Ambient Sound Mode / Dual Noise Sensor | |
| Sound Output Mode | Stereo | - | |
| Sound Effects | - | Digital Sound Enhancement Engine Extreme (DSEE Extreme), Adaptive Sound Control, 360 Reality Audio | |
| Frequency Response | 17 - 23000 Hz | - | |
| Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) | <0.5% | - | |
| Sensitivity | 110 dB | - | |
| Impedance | 490 Ohm | - | |
| Diaphragm | 32 mm | Aluminium coated LCP - 40 mm | Sony WH-1000XM4 have a thicker diaphragm than Sennheiser PXC 550-II. |
| Simultaneously Connectable Devices Qty (Multipoint) | - | 2 | Sony WH-1000XM4 have the ability to connect to multiple devices simultaneously. |
| Magnet Material | - | Neodymium | |
| Features | - | HD Noise Canceling Processor QN1, Speak-to-chat technology, Precise Voice Pickup Technology, Quick Attention function, CCAW coil, Smart Listening Technology, Personal Noise Cancelling Optimiser, Atmospheric Pressure Optimising |
| MICROPHONE | Sennheiser PXC 550-II | Sony WH-1000XM4 |
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| Form Factor | Built-in | Built-in | |
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| Frequency Response | 50 - 10000 Hz | - | |
| Sensitivity | -34 dBV/Pascal | - | |
| Microphones Included | 3 | 5 | Sony WH-1000XM4 have a built-in microphone. |
| REMOTE CONTROL | Sennheiser PXC 550-II | Sony WH-1000XM4 |
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| Controls | Mute, volume, answer/end, hold, play/pause, next/previous track | Volume control, ANC on/off |
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| CABLE | Sennheiser PXC 550-II | Sony WH-1000XM4 |
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| Cable Type | USB charge cable Audio cable |
USB-C charge cable - detachable Audio cable - OFC - L shaped / mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm - 1.2 m |
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| Detachable Cable | Yes | Yes |
| FEATURES | Sennheiser PXC 550-II | Sony WH-1000XM4 |
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| Features | - | Touch control | |
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| Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible | Yes | Yes | |
| Intelligent Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant, Alexa | Google Assistant, Alexa | |
| Sensors | - | Proximity sensor, touch sensor | |
| Additional Functions | Touch panel | Touch panel |
| BATTERY AND CHARGING | Sennheiser PXC 550-II | Sony WH-1000XM4 |
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| Battery Type | Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium | Headphone battery rechargeable | |
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| Battery Life | 30 hour(s) | 38 hour(s) | Sony WH-1000XM4 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 (active noise-cancelling on): up to 30 hours Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling off): up to 38 hours |
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| Standby Time | - | 200 hours | |
| Charging Time | 3 hour(s) | 3 hour(s) | The charging of both headphones last the same time. |
| Included Qty | - | 1 |
| CONNECTIONS | Sennheiser PXC 550-II | Sony WH-1000XM4 |
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| Connector Type | Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) USB (micro-USB) |
USB (power only) Bluetooth Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) |
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| OTHERS | Sennheiser PXC 550-II | Sony WH-1000XM4 |
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| Included Accessories | Carrying case, airplane adapter | Carrying case, in-flight plug adapter, headphones cable (1.2 m), USB-C cable (0.2m) | |
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| Compliant Standards | MFI | - | |
| Service & Support | Limited warranty - 2 years | Limited warranty - parts - 1 year Limited warranty - labour - 90 days |
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