Sennheiser HDB 630
Bose 789564-0050
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
Bose 789564-0050
Overall, users are very satisfied with these Bose headphones, praising their excellent sound quality, comfort, and effective noise cancellation. One reviewer highlighted a significant drawback for gaming: wireless latency and a non-functional microphone in wired mode. Despite this, most agree they are great for everyday use, travel, and work, with one user noting they outperform similarly priced Sony headphones in sound.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Comfortable for long wear
- Effective noise cancellation
- Good wireless range
- Durable build quality
Cons
- Wireless latency for gaming
- Microphone only works wirelessly
- Wired mode reduces bass
- Mic quality not great
Scores
Specifications
| Sennheiser HDB 630 | Bose 789564-0050 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.31 kg | 0.23 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | synthetic leatherette | Protein Leather |
| Headband | Japanese leatherette | Premium materials (combination of substances) |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | — |
| Driver Size | 42 mm★ | — |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Freq Min | 6 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 480 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 105 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | aptX HD, aptX Adaptive | SBC, AAC |
| 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 | adjustable |
| Transparency | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.2★ | 4.1 |
| 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 | — | 10 m★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 60 hrs★ | 20 hrs |
| Charge Time | 2 hrs★ | 2.25 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 10 min for 7 hours playback | Yes★ |
| Charging | USB-C★ | micro-USB |
| Capacity | 700 mAh★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 4★ | 2 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | voice assistant | Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | ✗ |
| App | Sennheiser Sound Control Plus | Bose Connect |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | — |
| Water Resistance | — | IPX4 |
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
Bose 789564-0050
- Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong build (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong connectivity (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong anc (81st percentile)81st %ile
Pricing
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 6 of 7 usage categories and 15 of 43 specs.
