Over-Ear
Apple Beats Studio Pro
82Great
$270
Full review dataApple Beats Studio Pro vs Sennheiser HD 650: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Sennheiser HD 650 comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 85. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: Sennheiser HD 650 - Outstanding overall at around $380.
Over-Ear
Sennheiser HD 650
85Outstanding
$380
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Apple Beats Studio Pro
Sound8.0
Noise cancelling7.5
Battery8.5
Calls7.5
Value7.5
Sennheiser HD 650
Sound9.0
Value7.5
Specifications
| Spec | Apple Beats Studio Pro | Sennheiser HD 650 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Over-Ear | Over-Ear |
| Price (USD) | $270 | $380 |
| HearWiki score | 82 / 100 · Great | 85 / 100 · Outstanding |
| Released | 2023 | - |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | 40mm | dynamic |
| Driver size | 40 mm | 42 mm |
| Drivers per side | 2 | 2 |
| Frequency response | 20Hz-20kHz | 10Hz-41kHz |
| Impedance | - | 300 Ω |
| Sensitivity | - | 99.8 dB/mW |
| Sensitivity (dB/Vrms) | - | 103 |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3 | - |
| Bluetooth version | 5.3 | - |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | - |
| Multipoint pairing | Yes | No |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 40 h | - |
| Battery life (ANC on) | 24 h | - |
| Quick charge | 10 min = 4 h | - |
| Wireless charging | No | - |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | Yes | No |
| ANC type | adaptive | - |
| Transparency mode | Yes | - |
| Companion app | Yes | - |
| Custom EQ | Yes | - |
| Wear detection | No | - |
| Controls | buttons | buttons |
| Voice assistant | Siri | - |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 260 g | 260 g |
| Water resistance | none | - |
| Foldable | Yes | No |
| Detachable cable | - | Yes |
| USB-C | Yes | No |
| Balanced connection | - | Yes |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | 6 | - |
What reviewers said
Apple Beats Studio Pro
The Beats Studio Pro are a feature-packed over-ear wireless headphone that significantly improve on earlier Beats models, offering strong sound, adaptive noise cancellation, and a handy USB-C wired mode with a built-in DAC. They provide long battery life, broad compatibility with both Apple and Android devices, and a familiar, comfortable design, making them a versatile premium choice. While they excel in many areas, they face stiff competition at this price point and lack some modern conveniences like wear detection.
- Pro:Excellent battery life, especially with ANC off
- Pro:USB-C audio with built-in DAC for high-quality wired listening
- Pro:Effective adaptive noise cancellation and transparency mode
- Con:No wear detection sensor for auto-pause
- Con:Limited codec support (no aptX or LDAC)
- Con:Not the best value compared to some rivals
Sennheiser HD 650
The Sennheiser HD 650 is a wired, open-back dynamic headphone built for serious home listening. It delivers a natural, detailed sound with a comfortable fit, though its sub-bass rolloff and bulky design limit it to stationary use rather than portable or active scenarios. Its replaceable cable and balanced connection option add to its appeal for audiophiles.
- Pro:Excellent clarity and natural tonal balance
- Pro:Very comfortable for long listening sessions
- Pro:Detachable cable and balanced output support
- Con:Noticeable sub-bass rolloff
- Con:Not portable or suitable for active use
- Con:High impedance requires a dedicated amplifier
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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