Audeze LCD-XC 100-XC-1016-00
Sennheiser ACCENTUM Plus
What Buyers Say
Audeze LCD-XC 100-XC-1016-00
The Audeze LCD-XC is a high-end closed-back planar magnetic headphone that delivers exceptional clarity and detail, especially after EQ adjustment and a brief burn-in period. Users praise its low distortion, powerful bass, and wide soundstage, but note it requires a powerful amplifier and is very heavy. While some find it bright or fatiguing out of the box, most agree that with proper EQ it becomes an end-game headphone that outperforms competitors like the HD600.
Pros
- Exceptional clarity and detail
- Low distortion allows heavy EQ
- Powerful and impactful bass
- Wide soundstage for closed-back
- Comfortable for large heads and glasses
Cons
- Very heavy weight
- Requires powerful amplifier
- Bright out of the box
- Needs EQ for optimal sound
- Expensive with additional amp cost
Sennheiser ACCENTUM Plus
The Sennheiser Accentum Plus Wireless headphones receive generally positive feedback for their sound quality, comfort, and long battery life, with several reviewers praising the adaptive ANC and touch controls. However, some users report issues with noise cancellation effectiveness in noisy environments like subways, occasional pairing delays, and a finicky tap feature on the right earcup. Overall, they are seen as a good value, especially for those upgrading from older models, but not without flaws.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Comfortable for long wear
- Long battery life (50 hours)
- Adaptive noise cancellation
- Touch controls and app integration
Cons
- Noise cancelling weak in subway
- Pairing takes 5-7 seconds
- Tap feature on right earcup unreliable
- Sweat resistance questionable
Scores
Specifications
| Audeze LCD-XC 100-XC-1016-00 | Sennheiser ACCENTUM Plus | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | — | ✓★ |
| Weight | 1.81 kg | 0.28 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | carbon weave | deep-cushioned |
| Headband | suspension headband | soft touch silicone-lined headband |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | planar magnetic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 106 mm★ | 37 mm |
| Drivers | — | 1★ |
| Freq Min | 10 Hz | 10 Hz |
| Freq Max | 50 kHz★ | 22 kHz |
| Impedance | 20 Ω | 560 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 100 dB | 106 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | Audeze LCD-XC Over Ear Closed Back Headphone, Carbon Weave earcups with Suspension Headband, Creator Edition with Economy Carry case – New 2021 Version | AAC, aptX, aptX HD, CVSD, mSBC, SBC |
| Surround | — | Sennheiser ACCENTUM Plus Wireless Bluetooth Headphones Noise Cancelling - Quick-Charge Feature, Up to 50HR Playtime, Adaptive Hybrid ANC, Bluetooth Over Ear Headphones for Traveling, School, Black | S |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | — | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | Adaptive Hybrid |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | — | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.2★ |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP, GATT |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | 6.35mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | 1.899999976158142 m | — |
| Range | — | 9.100000381469727 m★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 50 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 3.5 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 10 Minutes for 5 Hours |
| Charging | — | USB-C★ |
| Capacity | — | 800 mAh★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Mic Count | — | 2★ |
| NC Mic | — | ✓★ |
| Boom Mic | — | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | — | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Siri, Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | — | ✓★ |
| App | — | Smart Control |
| Volume Limiting | — | ✗ |
Pros & Cons
Audeze LCD-XC 100-XC-1016-00
- Strong sound (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong build (76th percentile)
- Strong anc (66th percentile)
- Below average comfort (3rd percentile)3rd %ile
- Below average mic (15th percentile)15th %ile
Sennheiser ACCENTUM Plus
- Strong connectivity (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong sound (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong battery (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (22nd percentile)
Pricing
Verdict
Scores 88 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 18 of 41 specs.
