Audio-Technica ATH-AD500X
Sennheiser HDB 630
What Buyers Say
Audio-Technica ATH-AD500X
These open-back headphones from Audio-Technica are praised for their exceptional sound quality and value, often outperforming more expensive models. Users highlight the wide soundstage and balanced audio, making them ideal for music, gaming, and movies. While the design may look unusual, it prioritizes comfort, though long sessions can cause slight discomfort. Durability is generally good, but one user reported a static shock issue after years of use.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality
- Great value for money
- Wide soundstage
- Balanced audio
- Comfortable design
Cons
- Unusual design aesthetics
- Slight discomfort during long sessions
- Static shock issue after years
- Not for bass-heavy listeners
Sennheiser HDB 630
The Sennheiser HDB 630 headphones are praised for their exceptional sound quality, delivering a clean, neutral, and detailed audio experience that rivals wired audiophile setups. Users highlight excellent comfort for long sessions, impressive battery life, and useful features like parametric EQ and crossfeed. While the ANC is decent but not class-leading, and the touch controls can be finicky, the overall sentiment is very positive, with many considering them a top choice for serious listeners.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality
- Excellent comfort for long sessions
- Impressive battery life
- Useful parametric EQ and crossfeed
- Good build quality
Cons
- ANC not class-leading
- Touch controls can be finicky
- Plasticky build feel
- Plain aesthetics
- Double-tap ANC/transparency UX issue
Scores
Specifications
| Audio-Technica ATH-AD500X | Sennheiser HDB 630 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | open | closed |
| Foldable | — | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.23 kg★ | 0.31 kg |
| Ear Cushion | raised-fabric | synthetic leatherette |
| Headband | honeycomb aluminum | Japanese leatherette |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 53 mm★ | 42 mm |
| Drivers | — | 1★ |
| Freq Min | 5 Hz★ | 6 Hz |
| Freq Max | 25 kHz | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 48 Ω | 480 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 100 dB | 105 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | Audio-Technica ATH-AD500X Audiophile Open-Air Headphones, Frequency Response 5 Hz to 25 kHz | aptX HD, aptX Adaptive |
| Surround | — | Sennheiser HDB 630 Wireless Over-Ear Headphones - Hi-Res Audiophile Sound, Adaptive Noise Cancellation, Parametric EQ, 60 Hour Battery Life, Includes USB-C Low-Latency Bluetooth Adapter - Black | Senn |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | — | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | hybrid adaptive |
| Transparency | — | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.2★ |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | USB-C |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | 3 m | 1.2000000476837158 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 60 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 2 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 10 min for 7 hours playback |
| Charging | — | USB-C★ |
| Capacity | — | 700 mAh★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Mic Count | — | 4★ |
| NC Mic | — | ✓★ |
| Boom Mic | — | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | — | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | voice assistant |
| Touch Controls | — | ✓★ |
| App | — | Sennheiser Sound Control Plus |
| Volume Limiting | — | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✓★ |
Pros & Cons
Audio-Technica ATH-AD500X
- Strong build (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong sound (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Below average mic (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average comfort (30th percentile)
- Below average anc (32nd percentile)
Sennheiser HDB 630
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong sound (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
Pricing
Audio-Technica ATH-AD500X offers 2.0x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 19 of 41 specs.
