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JLab Go Lux ANC Wireless Headphones 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.

JLab Go Lux ANC Wireless Headphones
Sound7.0
Noise cancelling6.5
Battery9.0
Calls7.0
Value8.5
Sennheiser HD 400
Sound8.5
Value8.0

Specifications

Specification comparison of JLab Go Lux ANC Wireless Headphones vs Sennheiser HD 400
SpecJLab Go Lux ANC Wireless HeadphonesSennheiser HD 400
TypeOver-EarOver-Ear
Price (USD)$50$77
HearWiki score76 / 100 · Great82 / 100 · Great
Released2024-
Audio
DriverdynamicSennheiser dynamic drivers
Driver size40 mm40 mm
Driver size40mm-
Drivers per side11
Frequency response20-20,000 Hz18Hz-20kHz
Impedance16 Ω120 Ω
Sensitivity104 dB/mW-
Sensitivity-32 dB ±1 dB-
Wireless
Bluetooth5.4-
Bluetooth version5.4-
CodecsSBC, AAC-
Multipoint pairingYesNo
Latency200 ms-
Wireless range9.1 m-
Battery
Battery life70 h-
Battery life (ANC on)40 h-
Quick charge10 minutes = 7 hours-
Wireless charging-No
Features
Active noise cancelling3-mic ENCNo
ANC typehybrid-
Transparency modeYes-
Companion appYes-
Custom EQYes-
Wear detectionNo-
Controlsbuttonsbuttons
Voice assistantSiri / Google-
Design
Weight235 g240 g
Water resistanceIPX4none
USB-CYesYes
Calls
Microphones51
Call noise reduction3-mic ENC-
Microphone5 x MEMS-

What reviewers said

JLab Go Lux ANC Wireless Headphones

The JLab Go Lux ANC Wireless Headphones deliver impressive value at a budget price, combining long battery life, solid active noise cancellation, and a comfortable fit for extended listening sessions. They support multipoint Bluetooth and offer customizable EQ, making them a versatile pick for everyday use despite some compromises in bass response and transparency mode quality.

  • Pro:Comfortable for all-day wear
  • Pro:Excellent battery life (up to 70 hours without ANC)
  • Pro:Strong ANC performance for the price
  • Con:Bass performance is underwhelming
  • Con:Transparency mode is weak
  • Con:Latency may be noticeable for gaming or video

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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