Over-Ear
Edifier W820NB
72Good
$80
Full review dataEdifier W820NB 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.
Over-Ear
Sennheiser HD 400
82Great
$77
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Edifier W820NB
Sound6.5
Noise cancelling7.0
Battery8.5
Calls6.0
Value8.0
Sennheiser HD 400
Sound8.5
Value8.0
Specifications
| Spec | Edifier W820NB | Sennheiser HD 400 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Over-Ear | Over-Ear |
| Price (USD) | $80 | $77 |
| HearWiki score | 72 / 100 · Good | 82 / 100 · Great |
| Released | 2021 | - |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | 40mm Dynamic Driver | Sennheiser dynamic drivers |
| Driver size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Drivers per side | 2 | 1 |
| Frequency response | 20Hz-40kHz | 18Hz-20kHz |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 120 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 91 dB/mW | - |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | V5.0 | - |
| Bluetooth version | 5.0 | - |
| Codecs | SBC | - |
| Multipoint pairing | No | No |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 49 h | - |
| Battery life (ANC on) | 29 h | - |
| Full charge time | 90 min | - |
| Wireless charging | No | No |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | Yes | No |
| ANC type | hybrid | - |
| Transparency mode | No | - |
| Companion app | No | - |
| Custom EQ | No | - |
| Wear detection | No | - |
| Controls | buttons | buttons |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 220 g | 240 g |
| Water resistance | none | none |
| Foldable | No | - |
| Detachable cable | Yes | - |
| USB-C | Yes | Yes |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | - | 1 |
What reviewers said
Edifier W820NB
The Edifier W820NB is a budget-friendly over-ear wireless headphone that delivers strong value through effective hybrid noise cancellation, a lightweight comfortable fit, and an impressively long battery life. While its audio performance is solid and well-balanced for the price, it relies on a basic SBC codec and lacks premium features like app support or multipoint connectivity, making it a straightforward choice for everyday listening rather than an audiophile upgrade. Overall, it earns consistent praise as a dependable entry-level ANC option that punches above its cost in core areas.
- Pro:Excellent battery life—up to 49 hours without ANC, 29 with it
- Pro:Effective hybrid active noise cancellation for the price
- Pro:Lightweight (220g) and comfortable for extended use
- Con:Only supports SBC codec, limiting wireless audio quality
- Con:No app support or custom EQ for sound tuning
- Con:Lacks multipoint pairing and transparency mode
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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