Sennheiser CX 80S
SoundPEATS H3
What Buyers Say
Sennheiser CX 80S
The Sennheiser wired earbuds receive mixed feedback. Many users praise the clear, balanced sound and excellent value for the low price, with some calling them the best wired earbuds under $20. However, several reviews note weak bass, durability concerns like one side dying after a year, and one user found the sound quality surprisingly poor for the brand. Overall, they are seen as a solid budget option with good clarity but not for bass lovers.
Pros
- Clear and balanced sound
- Excellent value for money
- Good clarity and detail
- Comfortable fit
- Lightweight design
Cons
- Weak bass response
- Durability concerns (one side dies)
- Thin cable
- Inconsistent sound quality across units
- Button control issues
SoundPEATS H3
The Soundpeats H3 earbuds are widely praised for delivering exceptional sound quality that rivals far more expensive models, with tight bass, clear mids, and sparkling highs. Users highlight the secure IEM-style fit, effective active noise cancellation, and reliable connectivity, though some note the EQ in the companion app could be more impactful. Battery life varies with codec and ANC usage, and the charging case is a bit bulky, but overall these are seen as an outstanding value for audiophiles on a budget.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality for the price
- Secure and comfortable IEM-style fit
- Effective active noise cancellation
- Reliable Bluetooth connectivity
- Good codec support (LDAC, AptX Adaptive)
Cons
- EQ in app could be more impactful
- Battery life varies with codec/ANC
- Charging case is somewhat bulky
- No auto-pause when removing earbuds
- Slightly metallic treble on some tracks
Scores
Specifications
| Sennheiser CX 80S | SoundPEATS H3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | ear-tip | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | S, M, L | — |
| Weight | 0.01 kg★ | 0.05 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | hybrid |
| Driver Size | 9.699999809265137 mm | 12 mm★ |
| Drivers | 9★ | 3 |
| Freq Min | 17 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 28 Ω | 28 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | Sennheiser CX 80S 3.5 mm, angled Connector Ear canal Wired In-Ear Headphones | LDAC, aptX Lossless |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | — | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | adaptive hybrid |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.4★ |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | — |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 7 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 10 minutes for 2 hours of playtime |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | — | 37 hrs★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | — | 6★ |
| NC Mic | — | ✓★ |
| Features | ||
| Touch Controls | — | ✓★ |
| App | — | PeatsAudio App |
| Bone Conduction | — | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | — | IPX5 |
Pros & Cons
Sennheiser CX 80S
- Strong comfort (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong sound (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Below average user sentiment (33rd percentile)
- Below average connectivity (34th percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
SoundPEATS H3
- Strong sound (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong social proof (96th percentile)96th %ile
Pricing
Sennheiser CX 80S offers 1.7x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 85 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 11 of 29 specs.
