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Powerbeats3 Wireless vs Sennheiser MOMENTUM In-Ear Wireless Black: which should you buy?

Specs, scores and condensed review verdicts for the Powerbeats3 Wireless vs Sennheiser MOMENTUM In-Ear Wireless Black, side by side. Where a product has no HearWiki score yet, not enough reviews have been aggregated to rate it.

Score breakdown

Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.

Sennheiser MOMENTUM In-Ear Wireless Black leads on 5 of 5 measures.

  • Powerbeats3 Wireless
  • Sennheiser MOMENTUM In-Ear Wireless Black
HearWiki score
-
61
Sound
-
7.7
Battery
-
5.3
Calls
-
6.0
Price (USD)
$200
$180

Generation & platform

The scores rank quality. This is the other question: is the newer one actually newer technology, or the same platform in a new shell?

Half a step newer

Powerbeats3 Wireless (2016) against Sennheiser MOMENTUM In-Ear Wireless Black (2015). The Sennheiser MOMENTUM In-Ear Wireless Black edges ahead on platform, but only just: Top codec aptX against AAC. The Powerbeats3 Wireless answers on convenience features: it adds Multipoint pairing.

  • Powerbeats3 Wireless20161 yr newer
  • MOMENTUM In-Ear Wireless Black2015
What differsPowerbeats3 WirelessMOMENTUM In-Ear Wireless Black

Platform

Top codec
AAC
aptX

Everyday features

Multipoint pairing
Yes
No

Level on: Bluetooth.

Specifications

Powerbeats3 WirelessMOMENTUM In-Ear Wireless Black
Type
Neckband
Neckband
Price (USD)
$200
$180
HearWiki score
Not scored
61
Released
2016
2015
Availability
Discontinued
Still sold new
Driver
10 mm dynamic
dynamic
Driver type
dynamic
dynamic
Driver size
10 mm
-
Drivers per side
-
1
Frequency response
20 Hz - 20 kHz
-
Impedance
50 Ω
18 Ω
Sensitivity
96 dB/mW
-
Bluetooth
4.1
4.1
Codecs
AAC
SBC, AAC, aptX
Multipoint pairing
Yes
No
Battery life
10.5 h
10 h
Full charge time
-
90 min
Quick charge
5 min → 1 h
-
Wireless charging
-
No
Active noise cancelling
-
No
Water resistance
-
none
Detachable cable
-
No
USB-C
No
No
Model code
MNLX2LL/A
-
Microphones
1
1

What reviewers said

Powerbeats3 Wireless

The Powerbeats3 Wireless are sport-focused earphones with a neckband design and ear hooks for a stable fit. They pair easily with Apple gear thanks to the W1 chip, offer around 10.5 hours of playback per charge, and include a quick-charge feature for a quick boost. These are a solid option for workouts, though they lack modern USB-C and advanced codecs.

  • Pro:Secure ear-hook fit for exercise
  • Pro:Fast pairing with Apple devices
  • Pro:Quick charge gives 1 hour from 5 minutes
  • Con:Only AAC codec support
  • Con:Older Bluetooth 4.1 standard
  • Con:No USB-C charging

Sennheiser MOMENTUM In-Ear Wireless Black

The Sennheiser MOMENTUM In-Ear Wireless is a 2017 neckband-style earphone that delivers a lively, bass-forward sound with energetic dynamics, making it engaging for many listeners. It offers a portable, wireless design with around 10 hours of battery life, though its fit and bulky neckband may not suit everyone. While not a neutral monitor, it provides a generally enjoyable listening experience for its price.

  • Pro:Engaging, bass-heavy sound with strong dynamics
  • Pro:Solid wireless battery life around 10 hours
  • Pro:Portable neckband design with basic controls
  • Con:Bass can overpower and unbalance the sound for some
  • Con:Neckband may feel plain or bulky
  • Con:Fit can become uncomfortable over long sessions

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