Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4
Technics EAH-A800
What Buyers Say
Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4
The Sennheiser Momentum 4 headphones are widely praised for their superb sound quality, exceptional battery life, and comfortable fit. Many users consider them a top-tier choice for audio, though some note that the noise cancellation is not the best in class and the companion app can be finicky. A few reviewers experienced connectivity issues or build quality problems, but the overall sentiment is strongly positive.
Pros
- Superb sound quality
- Exceptional battery life
- Comfortable fit
- Effective noise cancellation
- Easy Bluetooth pairing
Cons
- Mediocre noise cancellation
- Finicky companion app
- Connectivity issues
- Snug fit for some
- Aux cable degrades sound
Technics EAH-A800
The Technics EAH-A800 headphones receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their exceptional sound quality, which many users compare favorably to wired headphones, especially when using the LDAC codec. Reviewers praise the comfortable fit, effective ANC, and the ability to create an immersive soundstage with clear stereo separation. However, a few users report durability concerns, such as the headband material loosening within a month and faulty components after a year, while others suggest minor improvements like larger ear cups and more EQ bands.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality
- Effective active noise cancellation
- Comfortable fit
- Immersive soundstage with stereo separation
- LDAC codec support for high-quality audio
Cons
- Durability concerns with headband material
- Faulty components after a year
- Ear cups could be slightly bigger
- Headband feels hard on scalp
- Only 5 EQ bands (wants more)
Scores
Specifications
| Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 | Technics EAH-A800 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.29 kg★ | 0.30 kg |
| Ear Cushion | Synthetic leather | super-soft earpads |
| Headband | Fabric | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 42 mm★ | 40 mm |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Min | 6 Hz | 4 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 22 kHz | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 60 Ω | 34 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 106 dB★ | 105 dB |
| Max SPL | 106 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive, SBC | AAC, LDAC, SBC |
| Surround | Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones - Bluetooth Headset for Crystal-Clear Calls with Adaptive Noise Cancellation, Over-Ear Headphones, 60h Battery Life, Folding Design, Black | | Technics - Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-Ear Headphones with 2 Device Multipoint Connectivity - EAH-A800-S Silver | Technics - Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-Ear | Technics | Silver | Over Ear | Over |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | adaptive | Dual Hybrid feedforward & feedback |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.2 |
| Profiles | HFP, AVRCP, A2DP | A2DP, AVRCP, HSP, HFP |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | 1 m |
| Range | 9.100000381469727 m | 10.100000381469727 m★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 60 hrs★ | 50 hrs |
| Charge Time | 2 hrs★ | 3 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 5 Minutes for 4 Hours | 15 Minutes for 10 Hours |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Capacity | 700 mAh★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 4 | 8★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | — |
| Mic Pattern | Omnidirectional | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri, Google Assistant | Siri, Alexa |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | ✗ |
| App | Smart Control Plus | Technics Audio Connect |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | — |
| Water Resistance | Water-Resistant | — |
Pros & Cons
Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4
- Strong connectivity (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong sound (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong battery (91st percentile)91st %ile
Technics EAH-A800
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong sound (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong anc (94th percentile)94th %ile
Pricing
Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4
Technics EAH-A800
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 94 overall, wins 4 of 7 usage categories and 8 of 45 specs.
