Sennheiser PXC 550-II vs. Soundcore Life Q20

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sennheiser PXC 550-II and Soundcore Life Q20. 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. Soundcore Life Q20 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sennheiser PXC 550-II Soundcore Life Q20
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Height 17.4 cm -
Width 13.6 cm -
Depth 6.3 cm -
Weight 227 g 268 g Sennheiser PXC 550-II are lighter than Sennheiser PXC 550-II headphones.
Recommended Use Portable electronics -
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 15 m
SOUND QUALITY Sennheiser PXC 550-II Soundcore Life Q20
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic Dynamic
Adjustable Headband Yes -
Foldable Yes - Sennheiser PXC 550-II 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) -
Bluetooth Audio Codec SBC, AAC, aptX, apt-X LL SBC, AAC
Active Noise Cancelling Yes Yes Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology - Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects - BassUp
Frequency Response 17 - 23000 Hz 16 - 40000 Hz Soundcore Life Q20 offer a larger frequency range than Sennheiser PXC 550-II.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) <0.5% -
Sensitivity 110 dB -
Impedance 490 Ohm 16 Ohm
Diaphragm 32 mm 40 mm Soundcore Life Q20 have a thicker diaphragm than Sennheiser PXC 550-II.
MICROPHONE Sennheiser PXC 550-II Soundcore Life Q20
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Noise Cancelling - Yes Soundcore Life Q20 microphone can cancel out ambient noise.
Frequency Response 50 - 10000 Hz -
Sensitivity -34 dBV/Pascal -
Microphones Included 3 4 Soundcore Life Q20 have a built-in microphone.
REMOTE CONTROL Sennheiser PXC 550-II Soundcore Life Q20
Controls Mute, volume, answer/end, hold, play/pause, next/previous track -
CABLE Sennheiser PXC 550-II Soundcore Life Q20
Cable Type USB charge cable
Audio cable
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Detachable Cable Yes -
FEATURES Sennheiser PXC 550-II Soundcore Life Q20
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible Yes -
Intelligent Assistant Siri, Google Assistant, Alexa -
Additional Functions Touch panel -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sennheiser PXC 550-II Soundcore Life Q20
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life 30 hour(s) 60 hour(s) Soundcore Life Q20 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 (noise cancelling ON): up to 60 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF): up to 40 hours
Charging Time 3 hour(s) 3 hour(s) The charging of both headphones last the same time.
CONNECTIONS Sennheiser PXC 550-II Soundcore Life Q20
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
USB (micro-USB)
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OTHERS Sennheiser PXC 550-II Soundcore Life Q20
Included Accessories Carrying case, airplane adapter -
Compliant Standards MFI -
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years -
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