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Baseus Bass 35 Max Bluetooth Headphone vs Sennheiser HD 400: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the Sennheiser HD 400 comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 82. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: Sennheiser HD 400 - Great overall at around $77.

Score breakdown

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

Baseus Bass 35 Max Bluetooth Headphone
Sound6.5
Battery8.5
Value8.0
Sennheiser HD 400
Sound8.5
Value8.0

Specifications

Specification comparison of Baseus Bass 35 Max Bluetooth Headphone vs Sennheiser HD 400
SpecBaseus Bass 35 Max Bluetooth HeadphoneSennheiser HD 400
TypeOver-EarOver-Ear
Price (USD)$40$77
HearWiki score68 / 100 · Good82 / 100 · Great
Released--
Audio
DriverdynamicSennheiser dynamic drivers
Driver size40 mm40 mm
Drivers per side21
Frequency response20Hz-20kHz18Hz-20kHz
Impedance-120 Ω
Wireless
Bluetooth5.3-
Bluetooth version5.3-
Multipoint pairingNoNo
Battery
Battery life50 h-
Full charge time120 min-
Wireless chargingNoNo
Features
Active noise cancellingNoNo
Controls-buttons
Design
Weight234.5 g240 g
Water resistancenonenone
FoldableYes-
Detachable cableYes-
USB-CYesYes
Calls
Microphones-1

What reviewers said

Baseus Bass 35 Max Bluetooth Headphone

The Baseus Bass 35 Max is a budget-friendly over-ear headphone that prioritizes deep, punchy bass and marathon battery life over audiophile precision. It offers practical versatility with both wired and wireless connections, plus a comfortable, foldable build that suits long listening sessions. While it skips premium features like active noise cancellation and advanced codecs, its affordable price and reliable Bluetooth 5.3 make it a solid pick for casual everyday use.

  • Pro:Exceptional battery life with up to 50 hours of playback
  • Pro:Flexible wired and wireless connectivity options
  • Pro:Comfortable and lightweight foldable design for travel
  • Con:No active noise cancellation, only passive isolation
  • Con:Lacks support for advanced audio codecs like aptX or LDAC
  • Con:Sound quality is bass-forward, not balanced or detailed

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

Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.

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