Sennheiser HDB 630
Jabra Evolve2 65
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
Jabra Evolve2 65
The Jabra Evolve2 65 receives mixed feedback. Many users praise its excellent call quality, comfort, and compatibility with platforms like Microsoft Teams, while others report issues with Bluetooth pairing, especially on Mac, and find the price too high for the build quality. Some users experienced discomfort after prolonged use, and one reported a broken earpiece after six months. Overall, it's a capable headset with notable drawbacks in connectivity and value.
Pros
- Excellent call quality
- Comfortable for many users
- Good sound quality
- Compatible with Microsoft Teams
- Easy Bluetooth pairing on some devices
Cons
- Bluetooth pairing issues on Mac
- Expensive for build quality
- Uncomfortable for some after prolonged use
- No USB dongle included
- Poor setup instructions
Scores
Specifications
| Sennheiser HDB 630 | Jabra Evolve2 65 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | on-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.31 kg | 0.18 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | synthetic leatherette | memory foam |
| Headband | Japanese leatherette | cushioned |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | MEMS |
| Driver Size | 42 mm★ | 40 mm |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Min | 6 Hz★ | 20 Hz |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | 20 kHz |
| Impedance | 480 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 105 dB | 117 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Codecs | aptX HD, aptX Adaptive | SBC |
| 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 adaptive | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.2★ | 5.0 |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP | HSP 1.2, HFP 1.7, A2DP 1.3, AVRCP 1.6, PBAP 1.1, SSP 1.2 |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | USB-C | USB-C |
| Detachable Cable | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | 1.2000000476837158 m |
| Range | — | 30 m★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 60 hrs★ | 37 hrs |
| Charge Time | 2 hrs | 1.5 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 10 min for 7 hours playback | 15 Minutes for 8 Hours |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Capacity | 700 mAh★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 4★ | 3 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | voice assistant | — |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | ✗ |
| App | Sennheiser Sound Control Plus | Android & iOS |
| 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
Jabra Evolve2 65
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong comfort (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong connectivity (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong sound (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (4th percentile)4th %ile
- Below average anc (32nd percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Pricing
Jabra Evolve2 65 offers 4.3x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 4 of 7 usage categories and 14 of 42 specs.
