Sennheiser SC 165 USB vs. Poly Blackwire C5220

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sennheiser SC 165 USB and Poly Blackwire C5220. 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. Poly Blackwire C5220 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sennheiser SC 165 USB Poly Blackwire C5220
Product Type Headset - wired - USB, 3.5 mm jack Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack, USB-A
Series - Blackwire 5200 series
Weight 98 g 164.2 g Sennheiser SC 165 USB are lighter than Sennheiser SC 165 USB headphones.
Colour Black, white Black
Earpad Material Leatherette Artificial leather
Recommended Use Portable electronics, computer Portable electronics, computer
SOUND QUALITY Sennheiser SC 165 USB Poly Blackwire C5220
Headphones Form Factor On-ear On-ear
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Adjustable Headband - Yes
Connectivity Technology Wired Wired
Active Noise Cancelling Yes Yes Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology - SoundGuard
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects EPOS Voice -
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz -
Sensitivity - 90 dB
Impedance - 32 Ohm
Max Sound Pressure 115 dB -
Diaphragm - 28 mm
Magnet Material Neodymium -
Features - Digital signal processing, Dynamic EQ optimised
In-Cord Volume Control Yes Yes
MICROPHONE Sennheiser SC 165 USB Poly Blackwire C5220
Type Boom Boom
Noise Cancelling - Yes Poly Blackwire C5220 microphone can cancel out ambient noise.
Frequency Response 100 - 10000 Hz 100 - 10000 Hz The frequency response of the microphones in both headphones is the same.
Sensitivity - -38 dB
REMOTE CONTROL Sennheiser SC 165 USB Poly Blackwire C5220
Controls Volume, answer/end, microphone on/mute, redial Mute, volume, answer/end
CABLE Sennheiser SC 165 USB Poly Blackwire C5220
Cable Type Headset cable
USB cable - detachable
USB-A cable - 21.7 cm
Cable Length 2.262 m -
FEATURES Sennheiser SC 165 USB Poly Blackwire C5220
Features EPOS ActiveGard 280° rotatable microphone
CONNECTIONS Sennheiser SC 165 USB Poly Blackwire C5220
Connector Type USB (4 PIN USB Type A)
Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole)
USB (USB Type-A)
Headset (mini-phone 3.5mm)
OTHERS Sennheiser SC 165 USB Poly Blackwire C5220
Included Accessories Carrying pouch, USB cable Carrying case
Software Included - Poly Lens
Compatibility - Mac, Windows
Software Certification Certified for Skype for Business Certified for Skype for Business, Certified for Microsoft Teams, Certified for Zoom Rooms, Avaya Certified, Cisco Jabber Certified
Supported Host Device OS - macOS, Windows
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 2 years
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