31points

Sennheiser HD 300

33points

Sennheiser HD 380 Pro

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Sennheiser HD 300 vs Sennheiser HD 380 Pro

Sennheiser HD 300
Sennheiser HD 380 Pro

Why is Sennheiser HD 300 better than Sennheiser HD 380 Pro?

  • Has passive noise reduction
    ?
  • 8dB/mW higher sound pressure level
    ?

    118dB/mWvs110dB/mW
  • 36 Ohms lower impedance
    ?

    18 Ohmsvs54 Ohms
  • 38g lighter
    ?

    182gvs220g

Why is Sennheiser HD 380 Pro better than Sennheiser HD 300?

  • 10Hz lower low-frequency
    ?

    8Hzvs18Hz
  • 7000Hz higher high-frequency
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    27000Hzvs20000Hz
  • Has a detachable cable
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  • Travel bag is included
    ?
  • 1.6m longer cable
    ?

    3mvs1.4m

Price comparison

Sennheiser HD 300

Buy used:

$60

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$60
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$50
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$74
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$35

Sennheiser HD 380 Pro

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$68
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$16
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$5.58
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Design

Fit

Over-ear

Over-ear

The fit of the headphones.
weight

182g

220g

We consider a lower weight better because lighter devices are more comfortable to carry. A lower weight is also an advantage for home appliances, as it makes transportation easier, and for many other types of products.
has a detachable cable
Sennheiser HD 300
Sennheiser HD 380 Pro
With a detachable cable you can use alternative cables, and if the cable is pulled it will pop out instead of breaking.
Ingress Protection (IP) rating

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The first number of the IP rating refers to protection against dust, while the second number refers to protection against liquid. E.g. a first number of 6 denotes that it is completely dustproof, and a second number of 7 denotes that the device can withstand full immersion in water.
can be folded
Sennheiser HD 300
Sennheiser HD 380 Pro
Foldable devices are easier to transport and take up less storage space.
has a tangle free cable
Sennheiser HD 300
Sennheiser HD 380 Pro
The cable is designed to minimize tangling.
travel bag is included
Sennheiser HD 300
Sennheiser HD 380 Pro
The device comes with its own special case or pouch, which is useful for safe transportation.
has an open-back design
Sennheiser HD 300
Sennheiser HD 380 Pro
The device is designed in a way that allows sound to go out through the back of the ear cups, which usually have vents or perforations. This design provides very natural and accurate sound.
is dustproof and water-resistant
Sennheiser HD 300
Sennheiser HD 380 Pro
The device is dustproof and water-resistant. Water-resistant devices can resist the penetration of water, such as powerful water jets, but not being submerged into water.

Sound quality

has active noise cancellation (ANC)
Sennheiser HD 300
Sennheiser HD 380 Pro
This type of device allows you to listen at lower volume levels, causing less ear fatigue as you don't have to crank up the volume to overcome background noise. Ideal for plane rides and morning commutes.
The lowest frequency at which the device produces audio. The lower the low-frequency response, the stronger and juicier the bass.
highest frequency

20000Hz

27000Hz

The highest frequency at which device produces audio. The higher the high-frequency response, the clearer and crispier the treble.
driver unit size

32mm

Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (Sennheiser HD 380 Pro)

The driver unit is the component that produces sound in the device. Bigger drivers are more powerful and can produce better bass.
impedance

18 Ohms

54 Ohms

Impedance is the device’s electrical resistance to the current being pushed through it. The lower the impedance, the easier it is to get higher volume and requires less power.
sound pressure level

118dB/mW

110dB/mW

Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source.
has a neodymium magnet
Sennheiser HD 300
Sennheiser HD 380 Pro
Devices with neodymium magnets are lighter and more powerful than those which use ferrite magnets. They also have more bass and clear high notes.
has passive noise reduction
Sennheiser HD 300
Sennheiser HD 380 Pro
The device sits tightly in place, creating an acoustic seal which reduces background noise and prevents your music from leaking out.

Power

Battery life

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Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (Sennheiser HD 380 Pro)

The device's battery life (when in use) as given by the manufacturer. With a longer battery life you have to charge the device less often.
charge time

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The time it takes to fully charge the battery.
Has USB Type-C
Sennheiser HD 300
Sennheiser HD 380 Pro
The USB Type-C features reversible plug orientation and cable direction.
has a battery level indicator
Sennheiser HD 300
Sennheiser HD 380 Pro
An indicator shows you when the device has low battery.
has wireless charging
Sennheiser HD 300
Sennheiser HD 380 Pro
It supports a wireless charging standard such as Qi. To charge the device, you simply put it down on a compatible charging pad.
battery power

Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (Sennheiser HD 300)

Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (Sennheiser HD 380 Pro)

Battery power, or battery capacity, represents the amount of electrical energy that a battery can store. More battery power can be an indication of longer battery life.
has a rechargeable battery
Sennheiser HD 300
Sennheiser HD 380 Pro
The battery can be recharged and used over again.
has a removable battery
Sennheiser HD 300
Sennheiser HD 380 Pro
The battery is removable and can be replaced by the user if broken.

Connectivity

Connectivity

Wired

Wired

The connectivity type of the headphones.
has aptX Lossless
Sennheiser HD 300
Sennheiser HD 380 Pro
aptX Lossless is an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that is developed by Qualcomm. It supports high quality 16-bit/44.1kHz audio (at a maximum bit rate of 1200kbps). This codec provides CD-quality audio without any loss of data.

Features

has a noise-canceling microphone
Sennheiser HD 300
Sennheiser HD 380 Pro
These microphones are designed to filter out background noise from the desired sound. Especially useful in noisy environments.
has ambient sound mode
Sennheiser HD 300
Sennheiser HD 380 Pro
Ambient sound mode uses microphones to pass through ambient noises so that they can still be heard. It’s useful when you want to listen to music but also be aware of what’s happening around you, for example when you’re jogging but still want to be able to hear traffic.
has in/on-ear detection
Sennheiser HD 300
Sennheiser HD 380 Pro
Sensors can detect when they are removed from your ears so that the music is paused, saving battery life.
number of microphones

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More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the device to filter out background noise.
has a mute function
Sennheiser HD 300
Sennheiser HD 380 Pro
The device has an option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.
control panel placed on a device
Sennheiser HD 300
Sennheiser HD 380 Pro
There is a control panel on the device body, so you can easily access the volume control or remote without having to interact with a cable or another device it's connected to.
can be used as a headset
Sennheiser HD 300
Sennheiser HD 380 Pro
A headset is one headphone or pair with a built-in microphone. Headsets can be used for apps that require communication i.e. Skype, games with voice chat, mobile phones, etc.
Has an in-line control panel
Sennheiser HD 300
Sennheiser HD 380 Pro
There is a control panel on the cable, so you can easily operate the device without having to interact with it.
warranty period

Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value. (Sennheiser HD 300)

2 years

When covered under the manufacturer’s warranty it is possible to get a replacement in the case of a malfunction. Note: This may vary by region.

Miscellaneous

has a 3.5mm male connector
Sennheiser HD 300
Sennheiser HD 380 Pro
This audio plug allows you to connect to a range of devices which use a standard 3.5mm jack.

Price comparison

Sennheiser HD 300

Buy used:

$60

ProductStorePrice
Sennheiser HD 300 ebay-newSennheiser Over Ear Wired Closed Back He...Sennheiser Over Ear Wired Closed Back Headphones HD 300 NIB SEALED
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$60
Sennheiser HD 300 bhphotovideoSennheiser HD 300 Over-Ear Headphones
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$50
Sennheiser HD 300 walmartSennheiser Over-Ear Headphones Black HD...Sennheiser Over-Ear Headphones Black HD 300
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$74
Sennheiser HD 300 walmartRestored Sennheiser HD 300 Closed Back ...Restored Sennheiser HD 300 Closed Back Around Ear Headphone
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$35

Sennheiser HD 380 Pro

ProductStorePrice
Sennheiser HD 380 Pro ebay-usedSennheiser HD 380 Pro Headphones with Ca...Sennheiser HD 380 Pro Headphones with Case SOUND GREAT!!
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$68
Sennheiser HD 380 Pro ebay-usedSoft Cushion Ear Pad For Sennheiser PXC ...Soft Cushion Ear Pad For Sennheiser PXC 450 350 PC350 HD380 PRO HME95 Headphone
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$16
Sennheiser HD 380 Pro ebay-usedEarpad/Headband for Sennheiser HD380 Pro...Earpad/Headband for Sennheiser HD380 Pro PC 373D 7.1 Gaming Headset 110x85mm
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$5.58
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$14

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