Sennheiser PXC 480 vs. Sennheiser HD 820

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sennheiser PXC 480 and Sennheiser HD 820. 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 PXC 480 vs. Sennheiser HD 820 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sennheiser PXC 480 Sennheiser HD 820
Product Type Headphones - wired - 3.5 mm jack Headphones - wired
Weight - 360 g
Earpad Material - Microfibre
Recommended Use Portable electronics -
SOUND QUALITY Sennheiser PXC 480 Sennheiser HD 820
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology - Dynamic
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 820 are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Frequency Response 18 - 20000 Hz 6 - 48000 Hz Sennheiser HD 820 offer a larger frequency range than Sennheiser PXC 480.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) 0.5% -
Sensitivity 118 dB 103 dB/Vrms Sennheiser PXC 480 have higher sensitivity than Sennheiser HD 820.
Impedance 18 Ohm 300 Ohm
In-Cord Volume Control Yes -
REMOTE CONTROL Sennheiser PXC 480 Sennheiser HD 820
Controls Answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track -
CABLE Sennheiser PXC 480 Sennheiser HD 820
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable Headphones cable - OFC - 3 m
Cable Length - 3 m
Plated Connector - Gold
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sennheiser PXC 480 Sennheiser HD 820
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable -
Battery Life 50 hour(s) -
CONNECTIONS Sennheiser PXC 480 Sennheiser HD 820
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) Headphones (phone stereo 6.3 mm)
OTHERS Sennheiser PXC 480 Sennheiser HD 820
Included Accessories Airplane adapter, 6.3 mm (1/4") stereo adapter, travel bag, USB charging cable USB flash drive, microfibre cleaning cloth, 4.4 mm Pentaconn stereo jack plug, XLR-4 connector
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years -
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