Sennheiser SC 165 USB vs. EPOS H3PRO Hybrid

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sennheiser SC 165 USB and EPOS H3PRO Hybrid. 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 SC 165 USB vs. EPOS H3PRO Hybrid Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sennheiser SC 165 USB EPOS H3PRO Hybrid
Product Type Headset - wired - USB, 3.5 mm jack Headset - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack, USB-A
Height - 17.6 cm
Width - 18.3 cm
Depth - 9 cm
Weight 98 g 308 g Sennheiser SC 165 USB are lighter than Sennheiser SC 165 USB headphones.
Colour Black, white White | Sebring black | Green
Earpad Material Leatherette -
Design - Games
Recommended Use Portable electronics, computer Game console, portable electronics, computer
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) - 20 m
SOUND QUALITY Sennheiser SC 165 USB EPOS H3PRO Hybrid
Headphones Form Factor On-ear Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic Dynamic
Ear Cups Type - Closed
Adjustable Headband - Yes
Connectivity Technology Wired Wireless, wired
Wireless Technology - Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version - Bluetooth 5.2
Active Noise Cancelling Yes Yes Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects EPOS Voice 7.1 Channel Virtual Surround Sound
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Both headphones offer the same frequency response.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) - 0.35%
Sensitivity - 116 dB
Max Sound Pressure 115 dB -
Diaphragm - 40 mm
Magnet Material Neodymium -
In-Cord Volume Control Yes -
MICROPHONE Sennheiser SC 165 USB EPOS H3PRO Hybrid
Form Factor - Built-in & removable boom
Type Boom -
Microphone Operation Mode - Bi-directional
Frequency Response 100 - 10000 Hz 100 - 7500 Hz Sennheiser SC 165 USB offer a larger microphone frequency range than EPOS H3PRO Hybrid.
Sensitivity - -20 dBFS/Pa
REMOTE CONTROL Sennheiser SC 165 USB EPOS H3PRO Hybrid
Controls Volume, answer/end, microphone on/mute, redial Volume control, ANC on/off
CABLE Sennheiser SC 165 USB EPOS H3PRO Hybrid
Cable Type Headset cable
USB cable - detachable
Headset cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.5 m
USB-C to USB-A cable - detachable - 2 m
USB extension cable - detachable
Cable Length 2.262 m -
Detachable Cable - Yes
FEATURES Sennheiser SC 165 USB EPOS H3PRO Hybrid
Features EPOS ActiveGard -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sennheiser SC 165 USB EPOS H3PRO Hybrid
Battery Type - Headset battery rechargeable
Battery Life - 38 hour(s)
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / Bluetooth): up to 22 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF / Bluetooth): up to 38 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / cable connection): up to 18.5 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF / cable connection): up to 29 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / Bluetooth / low-latency dongle): up to 19 hours
Continuous playback (noise canceling OFF / Bluetooth / low-latency dongle): up to 28 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / low-latency dongle): up to 19 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF / low-latency dongle): up to 30 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF / Bluetooth / console cable): up to 19 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / Bluetooth / console cable): up to 27 hours
Charging Time - 2 hour(s)
CONNECTIONS Sennheiser SC 165 USB EPOS H3PRO Hybrid
Connector Type USB (4 PIN USB Type A)
Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole)
USB (USB Type-A)
Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole)
OTHERS Sennheiser SC 165 USB EPOS H3PRO Hybrid
Included Accessories Carrying pouch, USB cable USB dongle, USB extension cable, headset cable, USB-C to USB-A cable, cover plate
Software Certification Certified for Skype for Business -
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 2 years
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