FiiO JT3
Sennheiser HDB 630
What Buyers Say
FiiO JT3
The Fiio JT1 open-back headphones are widely praised for their exceptional value, comfort, and solid build quality. Users highlight the non-fatiguing sound with great bass, making them ideal for gaming and metalcore music. Some note minor issues like a short cable, a slipping headband, and slight muddiness in the low mids, but overall they are considered a bargain that punches above its price point.
Pros
- Excellent value for money
- Very comfortable for long sessions
- Solid build quality
- Non-fatiguing sound
- Great bass for gaming and metal
Cons
- Short cable length
- Slipping headband adjustment
- Slight muddiness in low mids
- Suspension strap design not for everyone
- Microphonics from cable
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
| FiiO JT3 | Sennheiser HDB 630 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | open | closed |
| Foldable | — | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.75 kg | 0.31 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | velvet with memory foam | synthetic leatherette |
| Headband | aluminum-magnesium alloy | Japanese leatherette |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 50 mm★ | 42 mm |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Min | — | 6 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 80 Ω | 480 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 105 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | Open-Back Acoustic Design, Angled Driver Placement | 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 | — | 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 | 1 | 4★ |
| NC Mic | — | ✓★ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | voice assistant |
| Touch Controls | — | ✓★ |
| App | — | Sennheiser Sound Control Plus |
| Volume Limiting | — | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | ✓ | ✓ |
| Water Resistance | Water-Resistant | — |
Pros & Cons
FiiO JT3
- Strong build (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong sound (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (72nd percentile)
- Below average comfort (10th percentile)10th %ile
- 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
FiiO JT3
Sennheiser HDB 630
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 17 of 42 specs.
