Sony WH1000XM3 vs Sennheiser Momentum 2

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Are you going to buy a pair of over-ear headphones? Then the comparison Sony WH1000XM3 vs Sennheiser Momentum 2 might be really interesting for you. They are closed back and mostly used as wireless. However, there is an audio cable which you get buying any of them.

Features

First, let's take a look at their frequency response. In the case with Sony WH1000XM3 this range starts from 4 Hz and riches 40 kHz. The frequency response of Sennheiser Momentum 2 is 16 Hz - 22 kHz. Using this model of headphones, you can hear quite powerful sound as its sensitivity is 120 dB and Sony WH1000XM3 has a bit lower rate which is 104 dB. Speaking of impedance, Sennheiser Momentum 2 vs Sony WH1000XM3 has 28 Ohm and this is almost twice more, as the other appliance has — 16 Ohm.

The headphones made by Sony work for a very long time — 38 hours after 3 hours of charging. The owners of Sennheiser Momentum 2 are not so lucky, as they can use the device for 28 hours after 2 hours of charging. Both models of headphones have a battery-free listening mode and aptX support. AptX HD is available only for Sony WH1000XM3.

Sound

The headphones Sony WH1000XM3 have great separation with the high, mids and lows. The bass is tight and heavy, and the treble sounds crystal clear.

Sennheiser Momentum 2 has an detailed, expansive, and energetic sound. It lets you have a great performance with an intense bass response and sculpted high-mids and highs.

Comfort and design

Well, it makes sense to start with weight as there is a significant difference between these appliances. Sony WH1000XM3 is pretty heavily since it weighs 380 g, while Sennheiser Momentum 2 has 140 g. Both of them have a built-in microphone. Also, they are equipped with a battery level indicator.

An adjustable headband and a carry case that comes with them provide comfortable usage.

Sony WH1000XM3 pros and cons

Sennheiser Momentum 2 pros and cons