Dell Pro Plus Wireless ANC Headset - WL5024 vs Sennheiser HDB 630: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the Sennheiser HDB 630 comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 86. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: Sennheiser HDB 630 - Outstanding overall at around $450.

Over-Ear

Dell Pro Plus Wireless ANC Headset - WL5024

62Good

$230

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Over-Ear

Sennheiser HDB 630

86Outstanding

$450

Full review data

Score breakdown

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

Sennheiser HDB 630 leads on 6 of 7 measures.

Dell Pro Plus Wireless ANC Headset - WL5024
Sennheiser HDB 630

HearWiki score

Sound

6.5

9.4

Noise cancelling

6.0

8.2

Battery

7.0

9.7

Calls

6.5

8.5

Value

6.0

8.4

Price (USD)

$230

$450

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?

Mixed generations

Neither is straightforwardly newer: the Dell Pro Plus Wireless ANC Headset - WL5024 brings Top codec LC3 against aptX Adaptive and LE Audio (LC3), while the Sennheiser HDB 630 answers with ANC type Adaptive against Hybrid.

Pro Plus Wireless ANC Headset - WL5024Year unknown
HDB 6302025

What differsPro Plus Wireless ANC Headset - WL5024HDB 630

Top codec: LC3; aptX Adaptive
LE Audio (LC3): Yes; No
ANC type: Hybrid; Adaptive

Level on: USB-C.

Specifications

Pro Plus Wireless ANC Headset - WL5024HDB 630

Type: Over-Ear; Over-Ear
Price (USD): $230; $450
HearWiki score: 62; 86
Released: -; 2025
Availability: Availability unknown; Sold new
Driver: 40 mm driver; 42 mm dynamic
Driver type: -; dynamic
Driver size: 40 mm; 42 mm
Drivers per side: -; 1
Frequency response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz; 6 Hz - 40 kHz
Sound signature: -; neutral
Impedance: -; 480 Ω
Sensitivity: 120 dB/mW; 105 dB/mW
Bluetooth: -; 5.2
Codecs: SBC, AAC, LC3; SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive
Multipoint pairing: -; Yes
Battery life: 78 h; 60 h
Battery life (ANC on): 20 h; 60 h
Full charge time: 150 min; 120 min
Quick charge: 15 min → 10 h; 10 min → 7 h
Wireless charging: -; No
Active noise cancelling: Yes; Yes
ANC type: hybrid; adaptive
Transparency mode: -; Yes
Companion app: -; Yes
Custom EQ: -; Yes
Wear detection: -; Yes
Controls: -; touch
Voice assistant: -; Yes
Weight: 217.7 g; 311 g
Water resistance: -; none
Detachable cable: -; Yes
USB-C: Yes; Yes
Pad material: leatherette; -
Connector: -; 3.5 mm
Model code: 520-BBGR; -
Microphones: 5; 4
Microphone type: beamforming; -
Mic sensitivity: -45 dBV; -
Call noise reduction: Yes; -

Specification comparison of Dell Pro Plus Wireless ANC Headset - WL5024 vs Sennheiser HDB 630
Spec	Dell Pro Plus Wireless ANC Headset - WL5024	Sennheiser HDB 630
Type	Over-Ear	Over-Ear
Price (USD)	$230	$450
HearWiki score	62 / 100 Good	86 / 100 Outstanding
Released	-	2025
Audio
Driver	40 mm driver	42 mm dynamic
Driver type	-	dynamic
Driver size	40 mm	42 mm
Drivers per side	-	1
Frequency response	20 Hz - 20 kHz	6 Hz - 40 kHz
Sound signature	-	neutral
Impedance	-	480 Ω
Sensitivity	120 dB/mW	105 dB/mW
Wireless
Bluetooth	-	5.2
Codecs	SBC, AAC, LC3	SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive
Multipoint pairing	-	Yes
Battery
Battery life	78 h	60 h
Battery life (ANC on)	20 h	60 h
Full charge time	150 min	120 min
Quick charge	15 min → 10 h	10 min → 7 h
Wireless charging	-	No
Features
Active noise cancelling	Yes	Yes
ANC type	hybrid	adaptive
Transparency mode	-	Yes
Companion app	-	Yes
Custom EQ	-	Yes
Wear detection	-	Yes
Controls	-	touch
Voice assistant	-	Yes
Design
Weight	217.7 g	311 g
Water resistance	-	none
Detachable cable	-	Yes
USB-C	Yes	Yes
Pad material	leatherette	-
Connector	-	3.5 mm
Model code	520-BBGR	-
Calls
Microphones	5	4
Microphone type	beamforming	-
Mic sensitivity	-45 dBV	-
Call noise reduction	Yes	-

What reviewers said

Dell Pro Plus Wireless ANC Headset - WL5024

The Dell Pro Plus Wireless ANC Headset WL5024 is a wireless over-ear headset designed for professional use, featuring hybrid active noise cancellation and a beamforming microphone setup for clear calls. With an impressive battery life of up to 78 hours without ANC and a quick-charge feature that provides 10 hours from a 15-minute charge, it's built for long workdays. The headset supports modern Bluetooth codecs like LC3, making it a solid choice for productivity-focused users.

Pro:Exceptional battery life of up to 78 hours without ANC
Pro:Fast charging delivers 10 hours of playback in just 15 minutes
Pro:Hybrid ANC effectively reduces ambient noise

Con:ANC reduces battery life significantly to about 20 hours
Con:Only supports SBC, AAC, and LC3 codecs, lacking aptX or LDAC
Con:Leatherette pads may cause heat buildup during long sessions

Sennheiser HDB 630

The Sennheiser HDB 630 is a premium wireless over-ear headphone that prioritizes audio fidelity above all else, pairing a detailed, balanced sound with strong adaptive noise cancellation. It offers an extensive feature set, including multi-device pairing, a transparent mode, and support for high-resolution aptX codecs via its included USB dongle. While its sound quality is a clear standout, its high impedance and specific tuning may not suit every listener, and its premium price reflects its niche focus on audiophiles who want wireless convenience without sacrificing performance.

Pro:Excellent, balanced sound with a musical midrange
Pro:Strong adaptive noise cancellation with transparency mode
Pro:Long 60-hour battery life and quick charge support

Con:High 480-ohm impedance may require more power than typical phones
Con:Noticeable sonic quirks in certain frequency ranges
Con:Premium price tag for a niche audience

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