Over-Ear
Nothing Headphone 1
78Great
$324
Full review dataNothing Headphone 1 vs Sennheiser HD 650: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Sennheiser HD 650 comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 85. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: Sennheiser HD 650 - Outstanding overall at around $380.
Over-Ear
Sennheiser HD 650
85Outstanding
$380
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Nothing Headphone 1
Sound8.0
Noise cancelling8.0
Battery9.0
Calls7.0
Value8.0
Sennheiser HD 650
Sound9.0
Value7.5
Specifications
| Spec | Nothing Headphone 1 | Sennheiser HD 650 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Over-Ear | Over-Ear |
| Price (USD) | $324 | $380 |
| HearWiki score | 78 / 100 · Great | 85 / 100 · Outstanding |
| Released | 2025 | - |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver size | 40 mm | 42 mm |
| Drivers per side | 2 | 2 |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz - 40,000 Hz | 10Hz-41kHz |
| Impedance | 16 Ω | 300 Ω |
| Sensitivity | - | 99.8 dB/mW |
| Sensitivity (dB/Vrms) | - | 103 |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | - |
| Bluetooth version | 5.3 | - |
| Codecs | AAC, SBC, LDAC | - |
| Multipoint pairing | Yes | No |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 80 h | - |
| Battery life (ANC on) | 35 h | - |
| Quick charge | 5 min = 2.4 h playback | - |
| Wireless charging | No | - |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | Yes | No |
| ANC type | hybrid | - |
| Transparency mode | Yes | - |
| Companion app | Yes | - |
| Custom EQ | Yes | - |
| Wear detection | Yes | - |
| Controls | both | buttons |
| Voice assistant | Google Fast Pair, Microsoft Swift Pair | - |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 329 g | 260 g |
| Case weight | 264 g | - |
| Water resistance | IP52 | - |
| Foldable | - | No |
| Detachable cable | - | Yes |
| USB-C | Yes | No |
| Balanced connection | - | Yes |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | 6 | - |
What reviewers said
Nothing Headphone 1
The Nothing Headphone 1 is a stylish over-ear wireless headphone that pairs a distinctive design with a robust feature set, including adaptive ANC, LDAC support, and up to 80 hours of battery life. It delivers solid performance and convenience through multipoint connectivity and quick charging, though its sound quality may not fully justify the premium price for audiophiles. Overall, it's a competitive option that stands out more for its aesthetics and features than for class-leading audio.
- Pro:Distinctive, eye-catching design
- Pro:Excellent battery life without ANC
- Pro:Good codec support including LDAC
- Con:Sound quality doesn't match top-tier rivals
- Con:ANC battery life is notably shorter
- Con:Build feels less premium than expected
Sennheiser HD 650
The Sennheiser HD 650 is a wired, open-back dynamic headphone built for serious home listening. It delivers a natural, detailed sound with a comfortable fit, though its sub-bass rolloff and bulky design limit it to stationary use rather than portable or active scenarios. Its replaceable cable and balanced connection option add to its appeal for audiophiles.
- Pro:Excellent clarity and natural tonal balance
- Pro:Very comfortable for long listening sessions
- Pro:Detachable cable and balanced output support
- Con:Noticeable sub-bass rolloff
- Con:Not portable or suitable for active use
- Con:High impedance requires a dedicated amplifier
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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