Sony WH-CH720N
Sony
84 Overall Score
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Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4
Sennheiser
97 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Sony WH-CH720N
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Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4
78 out of 100 high confidence 77 reviews
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
Sound quality 35
Battery life 20
Comfort 18
Noise cancellation 15
Connectivity 8
Companion app 7
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Specifications
| Sony WH-CH720N | Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.43 kg | 0.29 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | Silicone | Synthetic leather |
| Headband | — | Fabric |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 30 mm | 42 mm★ |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz | 6 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz | 22 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 325 Ω | 60 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 108 dB★ | 106 dB |
| Max SPL | — | 106 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive, SBC |
| Surround | 7.1 Virtual 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 | |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | Dual Noise Sensor technology | Adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.2 |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP | HFP, AVRCP, A2DP |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | 1.2000000476837158 m |
| Range | 9.100000381469727 m | 9.100000381469727 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 35 hrs | 60 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 3.5 hrs | 2 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | USB Type-C quick charging gives up to 60 mins of play back from 3 minutes of charge. | 5 Minutes for 4 Hours |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Capacity | — | 700 mAh★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 2 | 4★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Mic Pattern | — | Omnidirectional |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa | Virtual Assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | ✓★ |
| App | Sony Headphones Connect | Smart Control Plus |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | IPX4 | Water-Resistant |
Pros & Cons
Sony WH-CH720N
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong build (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong anc (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong sound (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Below average comfort (3rd percentile)3rd %ile
Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong sound (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong battery (91st percentile)91st %ile
Pricing
Sony WH-CH720N0.953score per dollar
vs
Sennheiser MOMENTUM 40.487score per dollar
Sony WH-CH720N offers 2.0x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4
Scores 97 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 12 of 45 specs.
