Sennheiser MOMENTUM M5AEBT
Sennheiser
93 Overall Score
vs
Fractal Design Scape FD-HS-SCA1-01
Fractal Design
61 Overall Score
Scores
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Specifications
| Sennheiser MOMENTUM M5AEBT | Fractal Design Scape FD-HS-SCA1-01 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.29 kg★ | 0.32 kg |
| Ear Cushion | — | memory foam |
| Headband | — | Fabric, Metal |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 42 mm★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | AAC, aptX Adaptive | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | ✗ |
| ANC Type | hybrid adaptive | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | 5.3 |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | USB-C | — |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 57 hrs★ | 40 hrs |
| Fast Charging | fast charge for a quick top-up | — |
| Charging | USB-C★ | proprietary |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 8★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant | — |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | — |
| App | Sennheiser Smart Control | Adjust Pro |
| Gaming Mode | ✓ | ✓ |
Pros & Cons
Sennheiser MOMENTUM M5AEBT
- Strong mic (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong sound (97th percentile)97th %ile
Fractal Design Scape FD-HS-SCA1-01
- Strong mic (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong connectivity (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong build (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong battery (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Below average anc (33rd percentile)
- Below average comfort (35th percentile)
Pricing
Sennheiser MOMENTUM M5AEBT0.233score per dollar
vs
Fractal Design Scape FD-HS-SCA1-010.358score per dollar
Fractal Design Scape FD-HS-SCA1-01 offers 1.5x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Sennheiser MOMENTUM M5AEBT
Scores 93 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 10 of 30 specs.
