Sennheiser HDB 630
Beats Studio Pro
What Buyers Say
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
Beats Studio Pro
The Beats Studio Pro headphones receive mixed to negative feedback from users. While many praise the sound quality and noise cancellation, a significant number report persistent issues with crackling or static in one ear, often requiring replacements. Comfort is a major concern, with several users finding the ear cups too tight and painful after short use. Build quality is also criticized as cheap and plasticky, leading some to recommend competitors like Bose or Sony.
Pros
- Great sound quality
- Effective noise cancellation
- Sleek and stylish design
- Good bass response
- Convenient volume control
Cons
- Crackling or static in one ear
- Uncomfortable tight ear cups
- Poor build quality (cheap plastic)
- Wind noise issues with ANC
- Short battery life
Scores
Specifications
| Sennheiser HDB 630 | Beats Studio Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.31 kg | 0.26 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | synthetic leatherette | UltraPlush engineered leather |
| Headband | Japanese leatherette | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 42 mm★ | 40 mm |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Min | 6 Hz★ | 20 Hz |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 480 Ω | 1 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 105 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | aptX HD, aptX Adaptive | Beats Studio Pro Premium Wireless Over-Ear Headphones- Up to 40-Hour Battery Life, Active Noise Cancelling, Great for Travel & Commuting, USB-C Lossless Audio, Apple & Android Compatible - Deep Brown |
| 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 | Spatial Audio |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | hybrid adaptive | fully-adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.3★ |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Wired Connector | USB-C | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 60 hrs★ | 40 hrs |
| Charge Time | 2 hrs | 2 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 10 min for 7 hours playback | 10 Minutes for 4 Hours |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Capacity | 700 mAh★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 4★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | voice assistant | Siri |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | Sennheiser Sound Control Plus | Android Only |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✓★ | — |
Pros & Cons
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
Beats Studio Pro
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong sound (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (1st percentile)1st %ile
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 6 of 7 usage categories and 9 of 41 specs.