Sennheiser HD 200 PRO 507182
Sony WH-1000XM4
What Buyers Say
Sennheiser HD 200 PRO 507182
The Sennheiser HD 280 Pro headphones are widely praised for their excellent sound quality, comfort, and value for money, especially for critical listening and home studio use. Many users note that they benefit from a headphone amplifier for optimal performance, and while the bass is slightly emphasized, it remains acceptable. A few complaints include a broken unit out of the box, excessive bass for reference work, and the lack of foldability or carrying case.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Very comfortable for long wear
- Great value for money
- Lightweight design
- Good for home studio and monitoring
Cons
- Bass slightly too high for some
- Plastic build feels flimsy
- Not foldable for travel
- No carrying case included
- Requires amplifier for best sound
Sony WH-1000XM4
The Sony WH-1000XM4 headphones receive mostly positive feedback for their excellent sound quality, effective noise cancellation, and comfort. However, many users report durability issues, particularly with the hinges, and some complain about software quirks like the speak-to-chat feature and Bluetooth connectivity problems. While the audio experience is highly praised, the build quality and software reliability are common concerns.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Effective noise cancellation
- Comfortable fit
- Great battery life
- Customizable EQ via app
Cons
- Hinge durability issues
- Speak-to-chat feature glitchy
- Bluetooth connectivity problems
- Charging issues
- Touch controls unreliable
Scores
Specifications
| Sennheiser HD 200 PRO 507182 | Sony WH-1000XM4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | — | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.18 kg★ | 0.25 kg |
| Ear Cushion | Soft ear cushions | foamed urethane |
| Headband | materials with direct contact carefully | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | — | 40 mm★ |
| Drivers | — | 1★ |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz | 4 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 108 dB★ | 105 dB |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | — | LDAC |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | — | industry-leading |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.0★ |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | — | ✓★ |
| Cable Length | 2 m | 1.2000000476837158 m |
| Range | — | 9.100000381469727 m★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 30 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 3 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 10 min for 5 hours playback |
| Charging | — | USB-C★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Mic Count | — | 5★ |
| NC Mic | — | ✓★ |
| Boom Mic | — | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | — | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | — | ✓★ |
| App | — | Sony | Headphones Connect |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | — | IPX0 |
Pros & Cons
Sennheiser HD 200 PRO 507182
- Strong anc (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong social proof (77th percentile)
- Strong comfort (67th percentile)
- Below average mic (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average connectivity (19th percentile)19th %ile
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Sony WH-1000XM4
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong sound (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong anc (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (13th percentile)13th %ile
Pricing
Sennheiser HD 200 PRO 507182 offers 2.2x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 88 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 17 of 40 specs.
