Edifier Atom Max
Sennheiser HDB 630
What Buyers Say
Edifier Atom Max
These Edifier headphones offer exceptional value for money, with active noise cancellation that punches well above its price point. While the sound quality is good and the battery life is strong, some users report durability issues after several months of use. The build quality feels adequate for the price, though a few reviewers experienced static noises or physical breakage within a year.
Pros
- Excellent ANC for the price
- Good sound quality
- Strong battery life
- Comfortable fit
- Lightweight design
Cons
- Durability concerns after months
- Static noise after a year
- Plastic build feels cheap
- Slight audio sync delay
- ANC less effective without music
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
| Edifier Atom Max | Sennheiser HDB 630 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | — | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | — | 0.31 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | — | synthetic leatherette |
| Headband | — | Japanese leatherette |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 42 mm★ |
| Drivers | — | 1★ |
| Freq Min | — | 6 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 480 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 105 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | Atom Max Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling Over-Ear Headphones - Hi-Res Audio with Microphone, Volume Control, 45H Playtime, Fast Charging, Bluetooth 5.4, App Customization, Foldable Headset, White | 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 | hybrid adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | 5.2 |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | USB-C | USB-C |
| Detachable Cable | — | ✓★ |
| Cable Length | — | 1.2000000476837158 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 45 hrs | 60 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 2 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 10 min for 7 hours playback |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Capacity | — | 700 mAh★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | — | 4★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | — | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | — | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | voice assistant |
| Touch Controls | — | ✓★ |
| App | EDIFIER ConneX App | Sennheiser Sound Control Plus |
| Volume Limiting | — | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✓★ |
Pros & Cons
Edifier Atom Max
- Strong anc (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong social proof (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Strong connectivity (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Strong sound (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Below average build (34th 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
Edifier Atom Max
Sennheiser HDB 630
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 14 of 41 specs.
