Audeze LCD-4z vs. Sennheiser PXC 550-II

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Audeze LCD-4z and Sennheiser PXC 550-II. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare design, sound quality, but also other key features of both headphones and easily decide which ones are the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the headphones that best fit your needs and expectations.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Audeze LCD-4z vs. Sennheiser PXC 550-II Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Audeze LCD-4z Sennheiser PXC 550-II
Product Type Headphones - wired - 6.35 mm jack Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Height - 17.4 cm
Width - 13.6 cm
Depth - 6.3 cm
Weight - 227 g
Body Material Leather -
Recommended Use - Portable electronics
SOUND QUALITY Audeze LCD-4z Sennheiser PXC 550-II
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology Planar magnetic Dynamic
Ear Cups Type Open -
Adjustable Headband - Yes
Foldable - Yes Sennheiser PXC 550-II can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wired Wireless
Wireless Technology - Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version - Bluetooth 5.0
Bluetooth Profiles - Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
Bluetooth Audio Codec - SBC, AAC, aptX, apt-X LL
Active Noise Cancelling - Yes Sennheiser PXC 550-II are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Frequency Response 5 - 20000 Hz 17 - 23000 Hz Sennheiser PXC 550-II offer a larger frequency range than Audeze LCD-4z.
Max Input Power 100 mW -
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) <0.1% <0.5% Audeze LCD-4z have lower total harmonic distortion than Audeze LCD-4z.
Sensitivity 98 dB/mW 110 dB Sennheiser PXC 550-II have higher sensitivity than Audeze LCD-4z.
Impedance 15 Ohm 490 Ohm
Max Sound Pressure 130 dB -
Diaphragm 106 mm 32 mm Audeze LCD-4z have a thicker diaphragm than Sennheiser PXC 550-II.
Magnet Material Neodymium -
MICROPHONE Audeze LCD-4z Sennheiser PXC 550-II
Form Factor - Built-in
Frequency Response - 50 - 10000 Hz
Sensitivity - -34 dBV/Pascal
Microphones Included - 3
REMOTE CONTROL Audeze LCD-4z Sennheiser PXC 550-II
Controls - Mute, volume, answer/end, hold, play/pause, next/previous track
CABLE Audeze LCD-4z Sennheiser PXC 550-II
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable
Phone jack 6.35 mm to 2 x 4-pin mini-XLR cable - detachable
USB charge cable
Audio cable
Detachable Cable - Yes
FEATURES Audeze LCD-4z Sennheiser PXC 550-II
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
Intelligent Assistant - Siri, Google Assistant, Alexa
Additional Functions - Touch panel
BATTERY AND CHARGING Audeze LCD-4z Sennheiser PXC 550-II
Battery Type - Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium
Battery Life - 30 hour(s)
Battery Life Details - Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / cable connection): up to 30 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / Bluetooth): up to 20 hours
Charging Time - 3 hour(s)
CONNECTIONS Audeze LCD-4z Sennheiser PXC 550-II
Connector Type Headphones (phone stereo 6.3 mm) Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
USB (micro-USB)
OTHERS Audeze LCD-4z Sennheiser PXC 550-II
Included Accessories Travel bag Carrying case, airplane adapter
Compliant Standards - MFI
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 2 years
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