Sennheiser HDB 630
Focal Bathys
What Buyers Say
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
Focal Bathys
The Focal Bathys are widely praised for their exceptional sound quality, which rivals wired audiophile headphones, especially in Bluetooth mode. Users highlight the warm, detailed audio, effective EQ customization, and comfortable fit, though some note the ANC is not top-tier and the lack of a passive mode is a drawback. A few reviewers mention durability concerns, such as driver rattling after two years, and the heavy weight can cause fit issues for some. Overall, they are seen as a top choice for audiophiles seeking wireless convenience.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality
- Warm and detailed audio
- Effective EQ customization
- Comfortable for long wear
- Built-in DAC mode
Cons
- ANC not top-tier
- No passive mode
- Heavy weight
- Large volume steps
- No LDAC or aptX HD
Scores
Specifications
| Sennheiser HDB 630 | Focal Bathys | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.31 kg★ | 0.35 kg |
| Ear Cushion | synthetic leatherette | real leather and microfiber |
| Headband | Japanese leatherette | real leather and microfiber |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 42 mm★ | 40 mm |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Min | 6 Hz★ | 15 Hz |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | 22 kHz |
| Impedance | 480 Ω | 80 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 105 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | aptX HD, aptX Adaptive | AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive, SBC |
| 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 | Silent/Soft |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.2★ | 5.1 |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | USB-C | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | 1.2000000476837158 m |
| Range | — | 15 m★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 60 hrs★ | 30 hrs |
| Charge Time | 2 hrs | 1.5 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 10 min for 7 hours playback | 15 Minutes for 5 Hours |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Capacity | 700 mAh | 1,060 mAh★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 4★ | 2 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | voice assistant | Alexa, Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Sennheiser Sound Control Plus | Focal & Naim |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | — |
Pros & Cons
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
Focal Bathys
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong sound (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong anc (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong battery (77th percentile)
- Below average comfort (15th percentile)15th %ile
Pricing
Sennheiser HDB 630 offers 1.9x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 10 of 42 specs.
