Audio-Technica R-Series ATH-R30x
Audio-Technica
53 Overall Score
vs
Sennheiser HDB 630
Sennheiser
93 Overall Score
Scores
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Specifications
| Audio-Technica R-Series ATH-R30x | Sennheiser HDB 630 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | open | closed |
| Foldable | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.21 kg★ | 0.31 kg |
| Ear Cushion | velour | synthetic leatherette |
| Headband | — | Japanese Protein Leatherette |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 42 mm★ |
| Drivers | — | 1★ |
| Freq Min | 15 Hz | 6 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 25 kHz | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 36 Ω | 480 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 92 dB | 105 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Codecs | Audio-Technica ATH-R30x Professional Open-Back Over-Ear Reference Headphones, Bundle with Desktop Stand, Black | aptX HD, aptX Adaptive |
| 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★ |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP |
| Multipoint | ✗ | — |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | USB-C |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | 3 m | 1.2000000476837158 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 60 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 2 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 10 Minutes for 7 Hours |
| Charging | — | USB-C★ |
| Capacity | — | 700 mAh★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Mic Count | — | 4★ |
| NC Mic | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Siri, Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | ✓★ |
| App | — | Sennheiser Smart Control Plus |
| Volume Limiting | — | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | ✓★ |
Pros & Cons
Audio-Technica R-Series ATH-R30x
- Strong build (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong comfort (73rd percentile)
- Strong sound (72nd percentile)
- Strong user sentiment (71st percentile)
- Below average mic (20th percentile)20th %ile
- Below average anc (33rd percentile)
Sennheiser HDB 630
- Strong sound (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong battery (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
Pricing
Audio-Technica R-Series ATH-R30x0.357score per dollar
vs
Sennheiser HDB 6300.136score per dollar
Audio-Technica R-Series ATH-R30x offers 2.6x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Sennheiser HDB 630
Scores 93 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 20 of 41 specs.
