Over-Ear
Mpow H19 IPO
62Average
$47
Full review dataMpow H19 IPO 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.
Mpow H19 IPO
Sound6.0
Noise cancelling5.0
Battery7.0
Calls5.0
Value7.0
Sennheiser HD 400
Sound8.5
Value8.0
Specifications
| Spec | Mpow H19 IPO | Sennheiser HD 400 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Over-Ear | Over-Ear |
| Price (USD) | $47 | $77 |
| HearWiki score | 62 / 100 · Average | 82 / 100 · Great |
| Released | 2024 | - |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | dynamic | Sennheiser dynamic drivers |
| Driver size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Drivers per side | 2 | 1 |
| Frequency response | 20Hz-20kHz | 18Hz-20kHz |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 120 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 118 dB/mW | - |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | - |
| Bluetooth version | 5.0 | - |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | - |
| Multipoint pairing | No | No |
| Wireless range | 10 m | - |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 35 h | - |
| Battery life (ANC on) | 30 h | - |
| Full charge time | 150 min | - |
| Quick charge | 10 min = 2 h | - |
| Wireless charging | No | No |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | Yes | No |
| ANC type | active | - |
| Transparency mode | No | - |
| Companion app | No | - |
| Custom EQ | No | - |
| Wear detection | No | - |
| Controls | - | buttons |
| Voice assistant | Siri/Google Assistant | - |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 360 g | 240 g |
| Water resistance | none | none |
| USB-C | No | Yes |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | 1 | 1 |
What reviewers said
Mpow H19 IPO
The Mpow H19 IPO is a budget-friendly over-ear wireless headphone that aims to deliver a broad set of features for a low price. It offers decent audio quality and a long battery life, though its active noise cancellation is only average and the overall performance is solid rather than exceptional. This is a practical choice for those prioritizing value and essential functionality over premium sound or top-tier ANC.
- Pro:Very affordable price point
- Pro:Strong battery life of 35 hours
- Pro:Decent sound quality for the cost
- Con:Active noise cancellation is only average
- Con:Limited to basic SBC Bluetooth codec
- Con:No app support or custom EQ options
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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