Sennheiser HD 550

Sennheiser HD 550

Sennheiser
60 Overall Score
vs
Skullcandy Crusher S6CAW-R740

Skullcandy Crusher S6CAW-R740

Skullcandy
84 Overall Score

What Buyers Say

Sennheiser HD 550

95 out of 100 medium confidence 13 reviews

The Sennheiser HD 550 open-back wired headphones receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their exceptional sound quality, lightweight design, and long-term comfort. Users praise the clear highs, rich mids, and deep bass, noting that the audio performance rivals more expensive models. The included accessories like the carrying pouch and dual adapters add value, while the sturdy build and breathable cloth earpads are frequently highlighted. A few users mention the lack of wireless connectivity and a companion app as minor drawbacks, but overall sentiment is highly favorable.

Pros
  • Exceptional sound clarity and detail
  • Lightweight and comfortable for long sessions
  • Breathable cloth earpads
  • Sturdy build quality
  • Includes carrying pouch and dual adapters
Cons
  • Strictly wired connectivity
  • No companion app for audio customization
👍 Sound quality 5
👍 Comfort 5
👍 Build quality 4
👍 Lightweight design 3
👍 Value for money 3
👍 Included accessories 4

Skullcandy Crusher S6CAW-R740

92 out of 100 medium confidence 13 reviews

The Skullcandy Crusher ANC 2 headphones receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their powerful, adjustable bass and excellent sound quality. Users praise the long 60-hour battery life, comfortable fit, and premium build quality, often comparing them favorably to more expensive brands like Beats and Sony. While the noise canceling is noted as not perfect, the immersive audio experience more than compensates for most users.

Pros
  • Powerful adjustable bass
  • Excellent sound quality
  • Long 60-hour battery life
  • Comfortable fit
  • Premium build quality
Cons
  • Noise canceling not perfect
  • Requires app for best audio
👍 Bass quality 5
👍 Battery life 4
👍 Build quality 4
👍 Comfort 4
👍 Sound quality 4
👍 Value for money 3

Scores

Budget
Sennheiser
59
Skullcandy
80
Gaming
Sennheiser
40
Skullcandy
69
Commute
Sennheiser
24
Skullcandy
68
Work
Sennheiser
25
Skullcandy
66
Music
Sennheiser
52
Skullcandy
65
Studio
Sennheiser
54
Skullcandy
60
Calls
Sennheiser
16
Skullcandy
59

Specifications

Sennheiser HD 550Skullcandy Crusher S6CAW-R740
Design
Form Factorover-earover-ear
Open/Closedopenclosed
Foldable✗✓★
Weight0.24 kg★0.33 kg
Ear Cushionvelourleather
Headbandsynthetic leather—
Audio
Driver Typedynamicdynamic
Driver Size—40 mm★
Drivers—1★
Freq Min6 Hz★20 Hz
Freq Max40 kHz★20 kHz
Impedance150 Ω8 Ω
Sensitivity—100 dB★
Max SPL—100 dB★
Hi-Res Audio✗—
Codecs—Skullcandy Crusher ANC 2 Wireless Over-Ear Bluetooth Headphones with Multi-Sensory Bass, Active Noise Cancelling, Up to 60 Hours Battery, Microphone for iPhone Android - True Black
Noise Control
ANC✗✓★
ANC Type—adjustable
Transparency✗✗
Connectivity
Wireless✗✓★
Bluetooth—5.2★
Profiles—A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP
Multipoint—✓★
Wired Connector3.5mm3.5mm
Detachable Cable✓✓
Cable Length1.7999999523162842 m—
Range—9.100000381469727 m★
Battery
Battery Life—49 hrs★
Charge Time—2.5 hrs★
Fast Charging—10 Minutes for 4 Hours
Charging—USB-C★
Microphone
Microphone✗✓★
Mic Count—4★
NC Mic—✓★
Boom Mic—✗
Detachable Mic—✗
Features
Voice Assistant—Skull-iQ Voice Control
Touch Controls—✗
App—Skullcandy App
Gaming Mode—✗
Water Resistance—Water-Resistant

Pros & Cons

Sennheiser HD 550

  • Strong social proof (100th percentile)100th %ile
  • Strong user sentiment (100th percentile)100th %ile
  • Strong build (76th percentile)
  • Strong comfort (67th percentile)
  • Below average mic (15th percentile)15th %ile
  • Below average anc (32nd percentile)

Skullcandy Crusher S6CAW-R740

  • Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
  • Strong user sentiment (96th percentile)96th %ile
  • Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
  • Strong build (91st percentile)91st %ile

Pricing

Sennheiser HD 550

Skullcandy Crusher S6CAW-R740

No current pricing available

Verdict

★ Winner: Skullcandy Crusher S6CAW-R740

Scores 84 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 16 of 41 specs.

Skullcandy Crusher S6CAW-R740 Better at:

WorkCallsMusicBudgetGamingStudioCommute

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