Sennheiser PXC 550-II vs. Sennheiser HD 560S

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sennheiser PXC 550-II and Sennheiser HD 560S. 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 550-II vs. Sennheiser HD 560S Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sennheiser PXC 550-II Sennheiser HD 560S
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless Headphones - wired - 6.35 mm jack
Height 17.4 cm -
Width 13.6 cm -
Depth 6.3 cm -
Weight 227 g 240 g Sennheiser PXC 550-II are lighter than Sennheiser PXC 550-II headphones.
Earpad Material - Velour
Recommended Use Portable electronics -
SOUND QUALITY Sennheiser PXC 550-II Sennheiser HD 560S
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic Dynamic
Ear Cups Type - Open
Adjustable Headband Yes -
Foldable Yes - Sennheiser PXC 550-II can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wired
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
Sound Effects - Signature Sound
Frequency Response 17 - 23000 Hz 6 - 38000 Hz Sennheiser HD 560S offer a larger frequency range than Sennheiser PXC 550-II.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) <0.5% <0.05% Sennheiser HD 560S have lower total harmonic distortion than Sennheiser PXC 550-II.
Sensitivity 110 dB 110 dB/Vrms Both headphones offer the same sensitivity.
Impedance 490 Ohm 120 Ohm
Diaphragm 32 mm -
MICROPHONE Sennheiser PXC 550-II Sennheiser HD 560S
Form Factor Built-in -
Frequency Response 50 - 10000 Hz -
Sensitivity -34 dBV/Pascal -
Microphones Included 3 -
REMOTE CONTROL Sennheiser PXC 550-II Sennheiser HD 560S
Controls Mute, volume, answer/end, hold, play/pause, next/previous track -
CABLE Sennheiser PXC 550-II Sennheiser HD 560S
Cable Type USB charge cable
Audio cable
Headphones cable - detachable - 3 m
Cable Length - 3 m
Detachable Cable Yes Yes
FEATURES Sennheiser PXC 550-II Sennheiser HD 560S
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible Yes -
Intelligent Assistant Siri, Google Assistant, Alexa -
Additional Functions Touch panel -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sennheiser PXC 550-II Sennheiser HD 560S
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
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Charging Time 3 hour(s) -
CONNECTIONS Sennheiser PXC 550-II Sennheiser HD 560S
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
USB (micro-USB)
Headphones (phone stereo 6.35 mm)
OTHERS Sennheiser PXC 550-II Sennheiser HD 560S
Included Accessories Carrying case, airplane adapter 6.3 mm to 3.5 mm adapter
Compliant Standards MFI -
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 2 years
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