Beyerdynamic AVENTHO 300
Sennheiser HDB 630
What Buyers Say
Beyerdynamic AVENTHO 300
These headphones are praised for their analytical sound, exceptional separation, and bass texture, especially with aptX lossless codecs. However, they are not recommended for casual listening or movies due to a fatiguing and unforgiving sound signature. Battery life and low latency are appreciated, but the soundstage can feel flat on grand orchestral pieces.
Pros
- Exceptional separation and resolution
- Rich bass texture
- Low latency with Bluetooth
- Great with aptX lossless codecs
- Excellent for electronic music
Cons
- Fatiguing for movies and casual listening
- Flat soundstage on grand orchestral pieces
- Requires aptX-compatible source for best sound
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
| Beyerdynamic AVENTHO 300 | Sennheiser HDB 630 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.32 kg | 0.31 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | memory foam | synthetic leatherette |
| Headband | memory foam | Japanese leatherette |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 45 mm★ | 42 mm |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Min | 5 Hz★ | 6 Hz |
| Freq Max | 22 kHz | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 480 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 105 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive | aptX HD, aptX Adaptive |
| Surround | Dolby Atmos | 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 | adaptive | hybrid adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | 5.2 |
| Profiles | AVDTP, AVDTP, GAVDP, SPP, A2DP, AVRCP, HFP | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | USB-C |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | — | 1.2000000476837158 m |
| Range | 15 m★ | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 50 hrs | 60 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 2 hrs | 2 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 10 Minutes for 5 Hours | 10 min for 7 hours playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Capacity | — | 700 mAh★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6★ | 4 |
| NC Mic | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Dolby Head Tracking Technology | voice assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | ✓★ |
| App | Beyerdynamic | Sennheiser Sound Control Plus |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | ✓ | ✓ |
Pros & Cons
Beyerdynamic AVENTHO 300
- Strong connectivity (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong sound (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong battery (87th percentile)87th %ile
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
Beyerdynamic AVENTHO 300 offers 1.7x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 4 of 7 usage categories and 7 of 42 specs.
