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Aukey EP-B44 vs Sennheiser HD 400: which should you buy?

Specs, scores and condensed review verdicts for the Aukey EP-B44 vs Sennheiser HD 400, 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.

Aukey EP-B44

No sub-scores yet - not enough rated reviews.

Sennheiser HD 400
Sound8.5
Value8.0

Specifications

Specification comparison of Aukey EP-B44 vs Sennheiser HD 400
SpecAukey EP-B44Sennheiser HD 400
TypeOver-EarOver-Ear
Price (USD)$50$77
HearWiki scoreNot scored82 / 100 · Great
Released2017-
Audio
Driver-Sennheiser dynamic drivers
Driver size-40 mm
Drivers per side-1
Frequency response20Hz-20kHz18Hz-20kHz
Impedance-120 Ω
Wireless
CodecsaptX-
Multipoint pairing-No
Wireless range10 m-
Battery
Battery life8 h-
Full charge time120 min-
Wireless charging-No
Features
Active noise cancelling-No
Controls-buttons
Design
Weight17 g240 g
Water resistance-none
USB-C-Yes
Calls
Microphones21
Call noise reduction6th generation dual-mic cVc-

What reviewers said

Aukey EP-B44

The Aukey EP-B44 is a budget-friendly wireless over-ear headphone from 2017, designed for everyday listening with aptX support for better wireless audio quality. It offers a modest 8-hour battery life, dual microphones with cVc noise reduction for clearer calls, and a lightweight build at just 17 grams. While it covers the basics for casual use, its short battery life and dated features may not suit heavy users.

  • Pro:Supports aptX for improved wireless sound
  • Pro:Very lightweight design for comfort
  • Pro:Dual-mic setup with cVc noise reduction for calls
  • Con:Short 8-hour battery life
  • Con:Two-hour charge time is relatively slow
  • Con:Limited frequency response range (20Hz-20kHz)

Sennheiser HD 400

These over-ear Sennheiser headphones are built around a neutral, open-back design aimed at studio work, delivering a wide soundstage and detailed, transparent audio for critical listening. They are lightweight and comfortable for long sessions, with a high-impedance driver setup that helps maintain low distortion, though they lack isolation and come without a carry case. Wired connectivity via USB-C and detachable cables adds versatility, but the open-back nature means sound leaks both ways.

  • Pro:Accurate, transparent sound with wide soundstage
  • Pro:Lightweight and comfortable for extended wear
  • Pro:Detachable cables and USB-C connectivity
  • Con:No included carry case or spare ear pads
  • Con:Open-back design leaks sound and offers no isolation
  • Con:High impedance may require a dedicated amplifier for best results

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