Sennheiser HD 4.30i vs. Sennheiser PXC 480

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sennheiser HD 4.30i and Sennheiser PXC 480. 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

Sennheiser HD 4.30i vs. Sennheiser PXC 480 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sennheiser HD 4.30i Sennheiser PXC 480
Product Type Headphones - wired - 3.5 mm jack Headphones - wired - 3.5 mm jack
Colour Black | White -
Recommended Use - Portable electronics
SOUND QUALITY Sennheiser HD 4.30i Sennheiser PXC 480
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Ear Cups Type Closed -
Adjustable Headband - Yes
Foldable - Yes Sennheiser PXC 480 can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wired Wired
Active Noise Cancelling - Yes Sennheiser PXC 480 are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology - NoiseGard active noise compensation
Noise Isolating Yes - Sennheiser HD 4.30i are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Frequency Response 18 - 20000 Hz 18 - 20000 Hz Both headphones offer the same frequency response.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) 0.5% 0.5% Both headphones have the same total harmonic distortion.
Sensitivity 120 dB/Vrms 118 dB Sennheiser HD 4.30i have higher sensitivity than Sennheiser PXC 480.
Impedance 18 Ohm 18 Ohm
Diaphragm 32 mm -
In-Cord Volume Control Yes Yes
MICROPHONE Sennheiser HD 4.30i Sennheiser PXC 480
Type On-cable -
Microphone Operation Mode Omni-directional -
Sensitivity -44 dBV/Pascal -
REMOTE CONTROL Sennheiser HD 4.30i Sennheiser PXC 480
Controls 3-button remote Answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track
CABLE Sennheiser HD 4.30i Sennheiser PXC 480
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - 1.4 m Headphones cable - detachable
Cable Length 1.4 m -
Detachable Cable Yes -
Plated Connector Gold -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sennheiser HD 4.30i Sennheiser PXC 480
Battery Type - Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life - 50 hour(s)
CONNECTIONS Sennheiser HD 4.30i Sennheiser PXC 480
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone 3.5 mm 4-pole) Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
OTHERS Sennheiser HD 4.30i Sennheiser PXC 480
Included Accessories Soft bag, audio cable (1.4 m) Airplane adapter, 6.3 mm (1/4") stereo adapter, travel bag, USB charging cable
Service & Support Limited warranty - parts and labour - 2 years Limited warranty - 2 years
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