Sony MDR-7506
Sony
58 Overall Score
vs
Sennheiser ACCENTUM Plus
Sennheiser
89 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Sony MDR-7506
92 out of 100 medium confidence 17 reviews
The Sony MDR-7506 headphones are widely praised for their clear, balanced sound and comfortable fit, making them a top choice for studio monitoring and casual listening. Users highlight the detailed treble, tight bass, and neutral sound signature, though some note the ear pads feel cheap and the coiled cable is excessively long. Overall, they are considered excellent value for money, with many reviewers preferring them over competitors like the Audio-Technica ATH-M50.
Pros
- Clear and balanced sound
- Comfortable for long sessions
- Excellent value for money
- Detailed treble and tight bass
- Lightweight and foldable design
Cons
- Cheap-feeling ear pads
- Excessively long coiled cable
- Non-detachable cable
- Slightly uncomfortable headband
- Narrow soundstage
Sound quality 14
Comfort 10
Value for money 8
Build quality 9
Cable design 5
Ear pads 4
Sennheiser ACCENTUM Plus
No customer feedback yet
Scores
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Specifications
| Sony MDR-7506 | Sennheiser ACCENTUM Plus | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | Over-Ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.23 kg★ | 0.28 kg |
| Ear Cushion | synthetic leather | silicone-lined |
| Headband | — | silicone-lined |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm★ | 37 mm |
| Drivers | — | 1★ |
| Freq Min | 10 Hz | 10 Hz |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz | 22 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 63 Ω | 95 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 106 dB | 106 dB |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Codecs | sound_isolation, Retractable, Media Control, touch, Wired, Over Ear, dynamic_driver | AAC, aptX, aptX HD, CVSD, mSBC, SBC |
| Surround | — | Sennheiser ACCENTUM Plus Wireless Bluetooth Headphones Noise Cancelling - Quick-Charge Feature, 50-Hr Battery Playtime, Adaptive Hybrid ANC, Bluetooth Over Ear Headphones for Traveling, School, White |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✗ | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | Hybrid |
| Transparency | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.2★ |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP, GATT |
| Multipoint | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Cable Length | 2.990000009536743 m | — |
| Range | — | 9.100000381469727 m★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 50 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 3.5 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 10 Minutes for 5 Hours |
| Charging | — | USB-C★ |
| Capacity | — | 800 mAh★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Mic Count | 10★ | 2 |
| NC Mic | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Siri, Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| App | — | Smart Control |
Pros & Cons
Sony MDR-7506
- Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong comfort (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Strong sound (76th percentile)
- Below average mic (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average anc (32nd percentile)
- Below average build (33rd percentile)
Sennheiser ACCENTUM Plus
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong sound (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong anc (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong battery (87th percentile)87th %ile
Pricing
Sony MDR-75060.559score per dollar
vs
Sennheiser ACCENTUM Plus0.684score per dollar
Sennheiser ACCENTUM Plus offers 1.2x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Sennheiser ACCENTUM Plus
Scores 89 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 16 of 39 specs.
