Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4
Sennheiser
97 Overall Score
vs
Audio-Technica ATH-R70XA
Audio-Technica
61 Overall Score
Scores
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Specifications
| Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 | Audio-Technica ATH-R70XA | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | open |
| Foldable | ✓★ | — |
| Weight | 0.29 kg | 0.20 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | Memory Foam | velour |
| Headband | Leather | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | — |
| Driver Size | 42 mm | 45 mm★ |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Freq Min | 6 Hz | 5 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 22 kHz | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 470 Ω | 470 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 106 dB★ | 97 dB |
| Max SPL | 106 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive, SBC | Audio-Technica ATH-R70xa Professional Open-Back Over-Ear Reference Headphones, Bundle with Desktop Stand, Black |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | ✗ |
| ANC Type | Adaptive | — |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Bluetooth | 5.2★ | — |
| Profiles | HFP, AVRCP, A2DP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | 3 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 60 hrs★ | — |
| Charge Time | 2 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 5 Minutes for 4 Hours | — |
| Charging | USB-C★ | — |
| Capacity | 700 mAh★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓★ | — |
| Mic Count | 4★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓★ | — |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | — |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | — |
| Mic Pattern | Omnidirectional | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Virtual Assistant | — |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | — |
| App | Smart Control Plus | — |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | — |
| Water Resistance | Water-Resistant | — |
Pros & Cons
Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4
- Strong connectivity (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong sound (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong build (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
Audio-Technica ATH-R70XA
- Strong comfort (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong sound (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong build (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Below average mic (20th percentile)20th %ile
Pricing
Sennheiser MOMENTUM 40.345score per dollar
vs
Audio-Technica ATH-R70XA0.160score per dollar
Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 offers 2.2x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4
Scores 97 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 17 of 43 specs.
