Sennheiser PXC 550 vs Beats by Dre urBeats SE vs Beats by Dre Wireless: 24 facts in comparison
1. weight
227g
Sony MDR-EX150AP: 3g
18g
210g
2. has sound isolation/passive noise reduction
The device sits tightly in place, creating an acoustic seal which reduces background noise and prevents your music from leaking out.
Sennheiser PXC 550
Beats by Dre urBeats SE
Beats by Dre Wireless
45% have it
3. has a neodymium magnet
Devices with neodymium magnets are lighter and more powerful than those which use ferrite magnets. They also have more bass and clear high notes.
Sennheiser PXC 550
Beats by Dre urBeats SE
Beats by Dre Wireless
35% have it
4. no battery needed
This device works without batteries. It weighs less and you don't have to worry about recharging or replacing the battery.
Sennheiser PXC 550
Beats by Dre urBeats SE
Beats by Dre Wireless
69% have it
5. has a detachable cable
With a detachable cable you can use alternative cables, and if the cable is pulled it will pop out instead of breaking.
Sennheiser PXC 550
Beats by Dre urBeats SE
Beats by Dre Wireless
39% have it
6. can be folded
Folding devices are good for transporting as they take up less space in your bag.
Sennheiser PXC 550
Beats by Dre urBeats SE
Beats by Dre Wireless
31% have it
7. has an in-line control panel
There is a control panel on the cable, so you can easily operate the device without having to interact with it.
Sennheiser PXC 550
Beats by Dre urBeats SE
Beats by Dre Wireless
46% have it
8. has a tangle free cable
The cable is designed to minimize tangling.
Sennheiser PXC 550
Beats by Dre urBeats SE
Beats by Dre Wireless
24% have it
9. can be used as a headset
A headset is one headphone or pair with a built-in microphone. Headsets can be used for applications which require communication i.e. Skype, games with voice chat, mobile phones etc.
Sennheiser PXC 550
Beats by Dre urBeats SE
Beats by Dre Wireless
41% have it
10. has stereo speakers
Devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better experience.
Sennheiser PXC 550
Beats by Dre urBeats SE
Beats by Dre Wireless
76% have it
11. Can be used wirelessly
Wireless devices allow users more freedom of movement.
Sennheiser PXC 550
Beats by Dre urBeats SE
Beats by Dre Wireless
21% have it
12. has an over-the-ear form
Comfortable full-size form with earcups that fully enclose your ears. This model is loved for its increased sound isolation and the fact that it won't leak sound to your neighbors. It offers potential for maximum bass and loudness levels.
Sennheiser PXC 550
Beats by Dre urBeats SE
Beats by Dre Wireless
40% have it
13. has active noise canceling/noise reduction
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.
Sennheiser PXC 550
Beats by Dre urBeats SE
Beats by Dre Wireless
13% have it
14. travel bag is included
The device comes with its own special case or pouch, which is useful for safe transportation.
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.
Sennheiser PXC 550
Beats by Dre urBeats SE
Beats by Dre Wireless
17% have it
16. has included ear pads
Allows you to change ear pads without buying new ones.
Sennheiser PXC 550
Beats by Dre urBeats SE
Beats by Dre Wireless
42% have it
17. has a straight plug
A straight plug is better when the jack is on the top or bottom of your player.
Sennheiser PXC 550
Beats by Dre urBeats SE
Beats by Dre Wireless
50% have it
18. has an L-shaped plug
An L-shaped plug is better if the jack is on the left or right side of the device, so that the cable isn't bent, and is less likely to break when the device is in your pocket.
Sennheiser PXC 550
Beats by Dre urBeats SE
Beats by Dre Wireless
31% have it
19. has a battery level indicator
An indicator shows you when the device has low battery.
Sennheiser PXC 550
Beats by Dre urBeats SE
Beats by Dre Wireless
12% have it
20. number of microphones
More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the device to filter out background noise.
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21. has a 3.5mm male connector
A standard 3.5mm male connector is suitable for use with all MP3 players and computer sound cards.
Sennheiser PXC 550
Beats by Dre urBeats SE
Beats by Dre Wireless
83% have it
22. has a rechargeable battery
The battery can be recharged and used over again.
Sennheiser PXC 550
Beats by Dre urBeats SE
Beats by Dre Wireless
14% have it
23. supports Bluetooth pairing using NFC
Device supports fast Bluetooth pairing using NFC so it can communicate with other devices over Bluetooth. You can fastly pair devices without entering a code by simply holding one device next to the device with which it is to be paired.
Sennheiser PXC 550
Beats by Dre urBeats SE
Beats by Dre Wireless
4% have it
24. has an earbud form
The earbud form is ultracompact and lightweight, with little or no interference with earrings, spectacles, hats, or hairstyles. For some people it is more comfortable than in-ear form.